Project Cindy, single speed cruiser build

A swerve of plan with this one. Now going with single speed, single brake and BMX bars and stem.

The Token headset i wanted to use stacks too high :-(

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...so I restored this ratty impact headset ... not brilliant but it'll do for now ...

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project two forks were rough ...

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rust worms ...

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time for old faithful...

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With the paint removed..yuck ...

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After rust removal by hand ...

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forks treated with Bilt Hamber Deox Gel... allowed to work its voodoo overnight.


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The bag stops the Deox Gel from drying out.

morning after...

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doesn't look pretty but will wash away ...

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clean and dry ...

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panel wipe solution applied and ready for etch primer...

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Not used this brand before...

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went on, covered ok... quicker drying time too time

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primer ...
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and base coat ...

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first dusting...

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meh...
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few coats of clear, happy with that ...

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flake pops nicely in the sun ...
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The rear hub came up well ...

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Clearly, work is needed here ...

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A swerve of plan with this one. Now going with single speed, single brake and BMX bars and stem
Very interested in how this works out. The sloping top tube makes for a great "big kid BMX" conversion. Will you be removing the brake posts from the fork?
 
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