Ryanpmb Posted March 14, 2015 Posted March 14, 2015 Phase 2 Started cleaning off the grey spray and exposed, then removed some of the orange underneath. ...... I actually think the origional coat below this could be Blue. Finish is currently distressed and recon I am going to keep it like this for a while. Some snap shots of the bike slapped together to get a feel for the overall look. Lot's to still do 20150314_161628.jpg 20150314_161640.jpg#hipster #youneedabeardandskinnyjeans Hairy 1
Hairy Posted March 14, 2015 Posted March 14, 2015 #hipster #youneedabeardandskinnyjeansHipster, never. I am However covering them back to humanity one hipster at a time. Beard, check. ....recent addition to make the hipsters feel more comfortable when I approach them for conversion. Skinny jeans, can't do that, but std jeans fit me tight on the legs of the waist fit's and if the legs are comfy the waist is huge. .....bring back gangster baggy pants I say Ryanpmb and Fat Boab 2
Warthog Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 Phase 2 Started cleaning off the grey spray and exposed, then removed some of the orange underneath. ...... I actually think the origional coat below this could be Blue. Finish is currently distressed and recon I am going to keep it like this for a while. Some snap shots of the bike slapped together to get a feel for the overall look. Lot's to still do20150314_161628.jpg20150314_161640.jpgEish but that's niiiice..... Hairy 1
Warthog Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 Don't know if mine belong here... If not, sorry, kick me off... These are my 2, did the Argus on the red one, got the black one from Nils same weekend.... "Stevens", Hairy and Prince Albert Cycles 3
Warthog Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 Also, please help out a dumb ass.. Are these fixies or ss?
Loose cog Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 From my vantage point on the couch it's neither. Looks like a dick wheel!
Ryanpmb Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 From my vantage point on the couch it's neither. Looks like a dick wheel!Dik...
Warthog Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 (edited) Dik... Shiiite.... tks. Got worried there for a moment... Edited March 15, 2015 by Warthog Loose cog and Ryanpmb 2
FlyingScot Posted March 15, 2015 Posted March 15, 2015 This thread has got me itching...n+1, and I need a SS. Questions: Why the flat bars? Is it an old-school thing or is there a practical reason for it?Where would I even begin on a project like this? Sourcing a frame would be my guess. What frames are preferable? I like the look of a 'skinny' frame. Not too fussed on names as I would look for a custom paint job anyways.Who is the go-to guy in Johannesburg to help with a custom SS build?
Loose cog Posted March 16, 2015 Posted March 16, 2015 The best frames for building a SS or fixie are old track bikes. The horizontal dropouts allow you to tension the chain without resorting to any chain tensioners or pulleys. With road bikes it can be a hit or miss whether the chain tensions correctly. FlyingScot 1
Hairy Posted March 26, 2015 Posted March 26, 2015 First ride in with some fine tuning to be done, but a rather nice and quick ride. gummibear, Gandalf, Loose cog and 4 others 7
Hairy Posted March 31, 2015 Posted March 31, 2015 First ride in with some fine tuning to be done, but a rather nice and quick ride.this frame is proving to be a little small for me, might have to sell and buy another or hopefully swap with someone
Tuxstir Posted April 4, 2015 Posted April 4, 2015 This thread has got me itching...n+1, and I need a SS. Questions: Why the flat bars? Is it an old-school thing or is there a practical reason for it?. Flat bars can be cut down in length, made very narrow which helps in traffic,Where would I even begin on a project like this? Sourcing a frame would be my guess. start with frame, add bits as you go, What frames are preferable? I like the look of a 'skinny' frame. Not too fussed on names as I would look for a custom paint job anyways. best frame is one that will be ridden, that said best would be one with horizontal drop outs, ie old school road or track frames,Who is the go-to guy in Johannesburg to help with a custom SS build?
Wazza_pe Posted April 4, 2015 Posted April 4, 2015 This thread has got me itching...n+1, and I need a SS. Questions: Why the flat bars? Is it an old-school thing or is there a practical reason for it?Where would I even begin on a project like this? Sourcing a frame would be my guess. What frames are preferable? I like the look of a 'skinny' frame. Not too fussed on names as I would look for a custom paint job anyways.Who is the go-to guy in Johannesburg to help with a custom SS build? Flat bars are generally to put in you in a more upright position, helpful when cruising through town by improving your ability to see what is happening around you. Best option by far is any old steel bike that has the 'old school' horizontal dropouts. Chain tensioners suck, and are 9 times out of ten a necessity on modern frames with vertical dropouts. You'll find plenty affordable South African built frames from the '80s that are perfect. Build it yourself, super simple and fun. Loose cog 1
"Stevens" Posted April 30, 2015 Author Posted April 30, 2015 my lastest SS project...albeit mostly for track use.Still needs bars and other small detail items... Hairy, Cargyrl and Loose cog 3
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