The wheel with the green tire matches your great shirt. You would look well coordinated riding about green shirt, green tires, multi-patina (grin) Nice program!
I love the something-out-of-nothing concept here. But I think that you may be overthinking the patina question. Just go with it. Manufacturing a patina - in my mind, anyway - misses the point. But it’s your project. You do you.
Yeah you’re right about manufacturing the patina. Some builds I do just leave the finish as it is. I.e. blue bike, red fork. Other times I just don’t want that mismatch and would paint the fork blue so it doesn’t stand out. I suppose I do the same with patina. I might fake a patina just so the part doesn’t stand out and matches better. Not necessarily to make it look old. In this case I should have just left the fork as it was because it really didn’t stand differ that much from the frame. Thanks for watching and your input.
That frame is interesting. As you point out it has the rear brake bridge that is intended for a brake as would be used on a derailleur bike, but it looks like a '50's frame from the patina. It may have started life as a Cruiser 5 from the '80's and acquired the B.F. Goodrich badge later. The center to center distance for the headbadge screws have remained the same through the decades. Also missing the kickstand but no chainstay bridge is unusual makes me believe that the kickstand has either broken off or was removed. I have a Schwinn Heavy Duti with the kickstand bracket broken off as well. Nice build. These cantilever frames ride real nice with unicrown forks.
Yeah I’m really not that well versed in these old bikes (or any bike for that matter). I couldn’t find a serial number in any of the 3 places I know to look. Maybe it had an internally geared 2 or 3 speed non coaster brake? Idk. Glad I didn’t have to widen the rear triangle though. I once had a Heavy Duti that was missing entire kickstand unit also. Thanks for watching and the comment.
@Locojoe thanks Randy...i just picked up a gold triumph roadbike I'm going to work knowing I didn't need anymore bikes. 😆 my holiday was good. Take vare
That came out great! I've seen you use the hairdryer trick a zillion times now... I'm going to look for an opportunity to try that. I can't help but notice you're wearing shorts. I'm up to my ears in snow. All the best from the Great White North my friend.
It was Adam Savage I first seen using a hair dryer to dry paint. One of those things that now seems so obvious and can’t believe I hadn’t thought to do it sooner. Wearing pants now and for past few days. Cold is here… although it’s supposed to be back up in the upper 50s tomorrow. I can’t imagine dealing with all that snow you have. Thanks Josh!
Kinda gives me some thoughts about my Schwinn Canti framed w/Sturmey 3 spd with no serial numbers anywhere. Ripe with patina too. Nice build, don't stress over paint. You can come back later and change it.
Very sweet build but I did cringe with those bear claw pedals. I'm down for fun flatties. I pitched all those bear claws. I prefer to keep the flesh on my shins.
2 builds in 2 weeks! Looks great! You've got a good eye for making every part flow together. Hope it rides well. Thanks for sharing it with us and I hope you two have a great week!
I remember you pointing that frame out to me at the swap meet. As you mentioned it was a little rough, but you have it looking good! Is there a swap meet scheduled for 2025? As always thanks for the awesome weekly content.
❤Its hideous, just the way I like it. I've got a 62 wasp that's almost that bad. Rust is a must. 😂
lol yeah rust and patina are my favorite colors.
So it would be nice to see this build rolling,
If all goes to plan I'll have a ride video on it a week from tomorrow.
The wheel with the green tire matches your great shirt. You would look well coordinated riding about green shirt, green tires, multi-patina (grin) Nice program!
lol yes. Thanks.
Painting the frame and fork super dupper nice people look and smile.
The patina looks cool! Also, the gum wall tires definitely make a great fit. Well done Randy 👏
Thanks Mario. Yeah I thought the gum walls went well with the patina of the frame. Have a great week.
All the prep work to paint will keep a guy busy .
True.
I love the something-out-of-nothing concept here. But I think that you may be overthinking the patina question. Just go with it. Manufacturing a patina - in my mind, anyway - misses the point.
But it’s your project. You do you.
Yeah you’re right about manufacturing the patina. Some builds I do just leave the finish as it is. I.e. blue bike, red fork. Other times I just don’t want that mismatch and would paint the fork blue so it doesn’t stand out. I suppose I do the same with patina. I might fake a patina just so the part doesn’t stand out and matches better. Not necessarily to make it look old. In this case I should have just left the fork as it was because it really didn’t stand differ that much from the frame. Thanks for watching and your input.
Wow! Another classic garage machine. "I LIKE IT."
Thanks!
Awesome build Randy. I use hand sanitizer gel to put my grips on. They slide on easy and the gel evaporates quickly. Can't wait until you ride it.
I’ll have to try the sanitizer. I typically just use whatever cleaner I have on hand. Thanks Roger. Have a great week.
That frame is interesting. As you point out it has the rear brake bridge that is intended for a brake as would be used on a derailleur bike, but it looks like a '50's frame from the patina. It may have started life as a Cruiser 5 from the '80's and acquired the B.F. Goodrich badge later. The center to center distance for the headbadge screws have remained the same through the decades. Also missing the kickstand but no chainstay bridge is unusual makes me believe that the kickstand has either broken off or was removed. I have a Schwinn Heavy Duti with the kickstand bracket broken off as well. Nice build. These cantilever frames ride real nice with unicrown forks.
Yeah I’m really not that well versed in these old bikes (or any bike for that matter). I couldn’t find a serial number in any of the 3 places I know to look. Maybe it had an internally geared 2 or 3 speed non coaster brake? Idk. Glad I didn’t have to widen the rear triangle though. I once had a Heavy Duti that was missing entire kickstand unit also. Thanks for watching and the comment.
Should have got a torch and sandpaper painted the poor thing.Paint them up really nice they pedal easier.
Hello randy! The bike looks great. I'm glad you went with the gum walls! Hope you had a good holiday. Take care
Thanks Willie. Yeah I really like the gum walls with that patina. We had a nice holiday, hope you did as well. Enjoy the rest of your week.
@Locojoe thanks Randy...i just picked up a gold triumph roadbike I'm going to work knowing I didn't need anymore bikes. 😆 my holiday was good. Take vare
@@pokey764ids Interesting. I don't recall ever coming across a Triumph bike.
That came out great! I've seen you use the hairdryer trick a zillion times now... I'm going to look for an opportunity to try that. I can't help but notice you're wearing shorts. I'm up to my ears in snow. All the best from the Great White North my friend.
It was Adam Savage I first seen using a hair dryer to dry paint. One of those things that now seems so obvious and can’t believe I hadn’t thought to do it sooner.
Wearing pants now and for past few days. Cold is here… although it’s supposed to be back up in the upper 50s tomorrow. I can’t imagine dealing with all that snow you have. Thanks Josh!
Kinda gives me some thoughts about my Schwinn Canti framed w/Sturmey 3 spd with no serial numbers anywhere. Ripe with patina too. Nice build, don't stress over paint. You can come back later and change it.
Yes that’s true about the paint and patina. Have fun with your build. Thanks!
Very sweet build but I did cringe with those bear claw pedals. I'm down for fun flatties. I pitched all those bear claws. I prefer to keep the flesh on my shins.
Yeah I chose those solely on aesthetics. Thanks.
Awesome bike. Got that same rear derailleur on a bianchi I got in the trash. Works surprisingly well although I wish I could take it apart. Cheers🥂
A Bianchi in the trash. What a score! Thanks!
@Locojoe it was actually two matching red timber wolves. I gave one away and am fixing up the more busted one. Planning on using it as a winter bike
2 builds in 2 weeks! Looks great! You've got a good eye for making every part flow together. Hope it rides well. Thanks for sharing it with us and I hope you two have a great week!
Thanks! Have only briefly ridden it. Anxious to give it a proper ride. Have a great week as well.
Awesome build 🇺🇸 💪
Thank you!
What seat did you end up going with?
It's a Selle Royal - Lata that I get thru Walmart.
I remember you pointing that frame out to me at the swap meet. As you mentioned it was a little rough, but you have it looking good! Is there a swap meet scheduled for 2025? As always thanks for the awesome weekly content.
Yes that’s right. I remember now. As far as I know it’s a go for 2025. No date yet though. Thanks Mark.
Just announced, the swap is Sunday, April 13th… facebook.com/share/18USNUmeAS/?mibextid=wwXIfr
@@LocojoeMaybe another build in my future. Thanks for the heads up!
salut ou a tu trouver ces pedalier ? les pneus aussi ? merci
The tires are from Ali Express. Sorry but I don’t recall where I got the pedals. I’ve had them for a long time. Thanks for watching.
The fork bend angle is too flat! It makes it look like the fork is bent towards the frame?
Hmm idk. Rides great though. Thanks for watching.