Eric Cartman Posted March 16, 2015 Author Posted March 16, 2015 This thread just popped up again, so here it is: Got the lightie a sweet Mongoose Subject for Christmas.... FullSizeRender (4).jpgThat's great! I am sure he is enjoying it. I hope the hobby does not fade over time. I am so sad I never kept on with it after the year 2000. But hey I am back on the saddle once again and enjoying it fully.
Eric Cartman Posted March 16, 2015 Author Posted March 16, 2015 I bought a Pro Class in 1985 with my newspaper delivery money. Wish I could remember how much I payed for it then You do have a stunning collection and real passion for these beauties Those were some lekker timesI was only 3 years old then but I lived what you are speaking of in the 90s. I totally enjoyed it. But when studies came along and I put on my big boy pants I dropped the hobby. Silly me. But living happily now and enjoying the rides. Thanks for the compliment.
Eric Cartman Posted March 16, 2015 Author Posted March 16, 2015 This is my full 1983 Mongoose 20" collection. http://s26.postimg.org/va4l34xop/20150314_100437.jpg http://s26.postimg.org/ng3zhqpvt/20150314_103228.jpg http://s26.postimg.org/jh26l6bux/2015_03_14_12_52_42.jpg This is the entire lot of my collection of Mongoose bikes. The front three are as follows: 1985 Minigoose (Left)1981 Mongoose (motomag series) (Middle)1982 Minigoose (Right) http://s26.postimg.org/i3f53m1zd/20150314_121357.jpg
Eric Cartman Posted September 28, 2015 Author Posted September 28, 2015 Some recent pictures and updated parts list.Parts list:Frame: 1983 Supergoose IIIFork: SupergooseStem: Pro classBars: Pro Class (Pro size stamped)Grips: MongooseBrake lever: Dia compe tech 3Brake cable: Clear (OG)Brake caliper: Dia compe MX 1000Brake pads: Dia compeCranks: 175 MongooseBottom Bracket: MongoosePedals: SRSpider: Mongoose TakagiChainring: Takagi 44TChainring bolts: SuginoSeat clamp: Dia compe Copy (OG)Seat post: GT laybackSeat: Viscount BMX aeroRims: Pro classHubs: Shimano VIAFreewheel: Shimano 333 chrome 16TPad set: Mongoose 1983 spec (Not in pictures)Tyres: Cheng Shin reproduction 20x2.125http://s26.postimg.org/461slqjr9/20150924_181300.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/9sy5j7m9x/20150924_181316.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/5h9ju7fd1/20150924_181325.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/ukqme7czp/20150924_181358.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/4nwy1l9c5/20150924_181425.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/xp1aazts5/20150924_181443.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/b45wrohvp/20150924_181535.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/5ijhnmh6t/20150924_181608.jpghttp://s26.postimg.org/w8l6f41hh/20150924_181615.jpg
Eric Cartman Posted April 20, 2016 Author Posted April 20, 2016 My current Mongoose line up: 1983 Mongoose Pro Class 1983 Mongoose Supergoose 1981 Mongoose "Motomag" And then inside this box is something special
Spoke101 Posted May 17, 2016 Posted May 17, 2016 First time I saw a white tailed mongoose was a few days ago. They are extraordinary - kind of half fox.BTW - who knows the collective name for Mongoose? - You know Pride of lions ..... a what of Mongoose? A Pack of Mongooses. A bit off topic but the collective for Meerkat is way more interesting.
Sparki 1 Posted May 17, 2016 Posted May 17, 2016 this makes me want to find an old goose and fix it uphey Stretch, did u manage to find an old goose already to fix up??? if not, you can have my mother-in-law.
Stretch Posted May 17, 2016 Posted May 17, 2016 hey Stretch, did u manage to find an old goose already to fix up??? if not, you can have my mother-in-law. Lol Sent from my LG-D855 using Tapatalk
Eric Cartman Posted May 31, 2016 Author Posted May 31, 2016 LOL at the replies. Here are some pics of my current built bikes.
Eric Cartman Posted July 26, 2016 Author Posted July 26, 2016 Just thought I would show another line up pic
ChUkKy Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 Did some work on the 83 Expert as well yesterday. I needed to make it "roadworthy" so I added some brakes (although not ideal to be front) as well as a temporary chain ring until I get the right one to use. http://s26.postimg.org/6n8y9b289/20141102_094638.jpg http://s26.postimg.org/a5ky5p349/20141102_094650.jpg Even in the "survivor' look this bike rides really well. Very smooth, etc. I do not plan to recondition this one at all at far as the frame and fork goes. I used to have a Supergoose as a kid... Man this brings back memories, I want another one.That bike was where it all started for me. Miss my Supergoose
EmptyB Posted July 26, 2016 Posted July 26, 2016 Kuwahara is were it all started for me....wish I still had that bike!!!!!!
Eric Cartman Posted July 29, 2016 Author Posted July 29, 2016 Its never too late to start searching and building guys.
Grondpad Posted July 29, 2016 Posted July 29, 2016 What an awesome thread Eric. Well done. This is true passion and massive respect!
Eric Cartman Posted July 29, 2016 Author Posted July 29, 2016 What an awesome thread Eric. Well done. This is true passion and massive respect!Thank you!
TNOSE_E Posted July 29, 2016 Posted July 29, 2016 Left Nut....given! Much respect...! Also much jealousy....!
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