Tidewater
Finally riding a big boys bike
Acquired from my father in-law. He wanted to make some room in his shed, he also gave me a heavyweight which I'll start another thread about.
This one appears to be original, not too sure about the People's Products spring saddle or the chainguard. Hoping one of you can confirm that they are right for the bike.
Lots of excess "patina" and found a crack in one of the welds today. Taking the frame to the fabricators tomorrow for bulletproofing. Most of the chrome on the wheels and handlebars is flaking away. If I can find suitable/affordable replacements will go that route.
These are the first of the vintage/classic bikes that I have owned since the heavyweight I delivered papers on in the 70's
I've enjoyed the project so far and am looking forward to sharing the progress with you.
Dating the bike took some time but after reading several posts on this forum I was able to locate the bike in the 1958 Sears Christmas Catalog.
Thanks for the site, I look forward to participating here.
Tidewater
Edison, Ohio