Keep the blue one as is - lots of great components on that one. Switch the yellow one to a coaster brake single or a 3-speed IGH (if you have one lying around). I have a 3-speed coaster setup on a Schwinn HD and it's one of my absolute favorite bikes to run around town on. That's my vote. (And keep the videos coming!)
Man, that is a bit of a dilemma. Personally, I like the yellow bike, but you're getting ready to build up another yellow one, and you seem to like all the parts on the blue one more. I think you have your answer already (keep the blue). IF they were mine, I'd put this drivetrain and shifter, onto the yellow one and put the Brooks on the yellow one and maybe the fork. I really like the red tires with the yellow frame. Ultimately, I'm glad it's your decision to make, because it's a tough one for sure. Take care you two!
I'm leaning towards the blue bike. Swapping out the components on the blue one that you want to upgrade. I think the blue one looks better, too. What to build and what to keep. It's a constant struggle. Oh, and I really liked this video, as I struggle with questions like this all the time.
Combine them. Take the best parts from each bike, to make the most comfortable and efficient cruiser. Keep the leftovers, for future builds, and gift the frame to a young builder, in your community.
I like the blue bike, but they are both cool builds. The blue one looks more classic and I like that bmx stem and Brooks saddle. The 7 speed with the broader range is nice too. That's my 2cents 🙂
I like the yellow also I would swap components from the blue to the yellow. I like the fork better on the blue great job on both love them. I’m partial to Schwinn.
Combine the two with the best parts. Personally I would keep the yellow frame on this one, classic heavyweight. That would give you room to play with the blue frame and come up with something new.
I’d pick what frame you want break both bikes down to just frames & prep & paint one of the frames & your choice of fork & then re assemble it & lube & clean everything with whatever parts you want on one bike. Then any left over parts save just in case something breaks you’ll have back up parts. It looks like the components on the yellow bike are better at least the crankset.
I'm going to say keep the blue. You mentioned some of the better features like the saddle, shifter,and pedals. Plus you said you dont have any blue bikes.
Same as you I don't like blue. Tires, seat, pedals gears and shifter to the yellow as it's so much better looking especially the straight fork. The blue would still be a good bike to donate to charity.
You said there was an old sign bracket on the yellow frame. I think it would be cool to make a sign for it that says "Loco Joe's Bike Shop" or something like that.
Yes from what I've witnessed these bikes used in the factories would have a plate or tabs and a plate welded in with a department number painted on it. In the past I have built up a few cruiser style bikes with what I call "tank plates". Here is one with an aluminum plate strapped in... locojoe.com/blog/2004/09/26/army-bike/ Here is one I welded a steel plate all the way in... locojoe.com/blog/2006/05/17/number-14/ Thanks.
The yellow one has inspired me to do something similar. It was the first of your videos I saw. I have variety of other bikes of different types. If one has an issue it’s convenient to just hop on another and fix the problem on a non ride day. Which bike do you tend to ride more often? Which components do you wish were on when you do? Nothing wrong with having a couple bikes basically the same color. I don’t know of a rule that requires contrasting colors except for HOA nonsense. Maybe don’t get rid of one until after the next build. Then decide. A few bikes don’t take a lot of room. 19…… Well that’s a different story 🤦🏻
I’ve been wanting to build a modern clunker with disc brakes and modern components, including a front suspension fork. I need to find a frame. I have most of the parts I need already.
I think a disc brake conversion would be interesting. I may try that some day. I do have a set of 26" disc wheels. I have done a suspension fork on an old frame in the past. Good luck with your search for a frame. Thanks for watching!
I think I would keep the blue as is. I just sold my only blue bike, just because the frame seemed small to me. I would like another blue bike, after I get rid of 3 or 4 bikes.
I like blue bikes, but the yellow+red accents is more eye-catching (when the tires aren't covered with mud😀). Color aside, I think I prefer the lines of the blue bike, and you seemed to like those components better. Just hit it with some brighter paint and grips (or go the opposite direction and switch to brown grips to match the saddle).
@Locojoe first and foremost, thanks for such great content! Never a dull posting from you, keep it up! Also, maybe you've talked/posted about one and I missed it or not, are you familiar with the Schwinn Hammersley? I just found one locally on line and I think it could make an awesome base for a new Klunker build. Anywho, thanks in advance and jeep that breeze at your face, safe riding.
@@josephpacheco7508 Thanks for the kind words! No I hadn't heard of that bike and just looked it up, Yeah I think that would make a good base for a klunker. Several years ago I bought a new Schwinn Low Glide which was 29 inch wheels. I had intended to make somewhat of a klunker out of it but the bike was just too big for me so I sold it. The Hammersley top tube appears to slope more than the Low Glides does so it probably fits more sizes of people.
@Locojoe awesome! Thanks for the feedback! Yeah, I'm still awaiting the response so hopefully I can still make the deal ($20 complete just bad tires/dry rot) to see what I put together. Being 5' 11", I think I would be comfortable on it. Thanks again, stay bless and positive vibes. ✌🏼
Uhhhhhhhh 2 klunkers aren't eating much hay ya know let them stable together Randy! Hahahaha I'd leave em man. But if I had to choose it would be both! Hahahahaha
Yes and I probably should announce it somehow. I ended up just tearing down the yellow one and keeping blue as is. I think that was what most everyone who commented leaned towards also. Thanks for asking.
@@LocojoeYes, that was my choice. It's so much more developed with all the good parts. Looks sharp too. I'm looking forward to your next rebuild now that you've made room for it.
Combine the two bikes....The yellow does look nice.
Agreed
Blue one looks more classic. I dig that one.
Thanks.
The blue one is a keeper.
Thanks for your input.
I prefer the blue bike. Like the brooks saddle and the color.
Thanks.
I would put the forks and seat from the blue one, on the yellow one, and keep that one. Love the yellow with red accents.
Strongly agree
Thanks.
I know I am late, but if I could only have one, it would be the blue one. Front brakes, indexed shifter, seven speeds, better tires, Brooks saddle.
That's what I ended up doing... just keeping the blue one as is and disassembling the yellow one. Thanks Bill.
Keep the blue one as is - lots of great components on that one. Switch the yellow one to a coaster brake single or a 3-speed IGH (if you have one lying around). I have a 3-speed coaster setup on a Schwinn HD and it's one of my absolute favorite bikes to run around town on. That's my vote. (And keep the videos coming!)
Yeah I'm leaning towards keeping the blue as is and maybe build up the yellow some other time again but differently. Appreciate the input. Thanks!
Man, that is a bit of a dilemma. Personally, I like the yellow bike, but you're getting ready to build up another yellow one, and you seem to like all the parts on the blue one more. I think you have your answer already (keep the blue). IF they were mine, I'd put this drivetrain and shifter, onto the yellow one and put the Brooks on the yellow one and maybe the fork. I really like the red tires with the yellow frame. Ultimately, I'm glad it's your decision to make, because it's a tough one for sure. Take care you two!
Thanks for your ideas.
I like the blue best.
Thanks. I think I do too despite the color.
I personally think the curved fork matches the curves of the frame better. If you don't like blue, time to repaint.
Trur. Thanks.
I'm leaning towards the blue bike. Swapping out the components on the blue one that you want to upgrade.
I think the blue one looks better, too.
What to build and what to keep. It's a constant struggle. Oh, and I really liked this video, as I struggle with questions like this all the time.
Thanks for your input. Yeah always hard to thin them out.
The blue one for me👌
Thanks Mark. I'm leaning that way.
Combine them. Take the best parts from each bike, to make the most comfortable and efficient cruiser. Keep the leftovers, for future builds, and gift the frame to a young builder, in your community.
Thanks.
I like the blue bike, but they are both cool builds. The blue one looks more classic and I like that bmx stem and Brooks saddle. The 7 speed with the broader range is nice too. That's my 2cents 🙂
Thanks!
I like the components on the blue or swap the components t the yellow. easier said then done when klunkin...
Thanks for your input.
I like the yellow also I would swap components from the blue to the yellow. I like the fork better on the blue great job on both love them. I’m partial to Schwinn.
Thanks. Yeah I like the curved fork.
I would keep the blue, but use the newer crankset from the yellow bike and maybe the straight fork.
Thanks for the input.
Hey Randy! I say keep the blue one and build up the yellow into something else
Thanks Willie.
Combine the two with the best parts. Personally I would keep the yellow frame on this one, classic heavyweight. That would give you room to play with the blue frame and come up with something new.
Thanks.
Put the Brooks on the yellow bike, get $250 - $275 for the blue one. Or just put another hook in the ceiling, keep em both.
If I was smart I'd do that lol. Thanks.
I’d pick what frame you want break both bikes down to just frames & prep & paint one of the frames & your choice of fork & then re assemble it & lube & clean everything with whatever parts you want on one bike. Then any left over parts save just in case something breaks you’ll have back up parts. It looks like the components on the yellow bike are better at least the crankset.
Thanks for your input.
Switch the avid brake levers to the blue bike and get rid of the yellow 😊
Thanks.
The blue one seems better in every way but the crankset.
Ahh thanks for your input.
Think blue bike best l like blue the tires look good l like the mega ring with just single sprocket nice bike
Thanks.
I'm going to say keep the blue. You mentioned some of the better features like the saddle, shifter,and pedals. Plus you said you dont have any blue bikes.
Leaning that way. Thanks Timothy.
Blue ❤
Thanks.
I'd combine the two into one bike with the best components and do a nice paint job on whatever frame is kept.
I'd go with the blue, maybe swap forks but nothing else.
Thanks.
Same as you I don't like blue. Tires, seat, pedals gears and shifter to the yellow as it's so much better looking especially the straight fork. The blue would still be a good bike to donate to charity.
Thanks for your input.
You said there was an old sign bracket on the yellow frame. I think it would be cool to make a sign for it that says "Loco Joe's Bike Shop" or something like that.
Yes from what I've witnessed these bikes used in the factories would have a plate or tabs and a plate welded in with a department number painted on it. In the past I have built up a few cruiser style bikes with what I call "tank plates". Here is one with an aluminum plate strapped in... locojoe.com/blog/2004/09/26/army-bike/
Here is one I welded a steel plate all the way in... locojoe.com/blog/2006/05/17/number-14/
Thanks.
I concur. I like the blue bike better but I’m not big on the paint scheme.
I guess that’s no help at all.
Thanks Josh.
Liking the blue one better
Thanks.
Repaint the blue one yellow and the yellow one blue. ;)
Ha!
The yellow one has inspired me to do something similar. It was the first of your videos I saw.
I have variety of other bikes of different types.
If one has an issue it’s convenient to just hop on another and fix the problem on a non ride day.
Which bike do you tend to ride more often?
Which components do you wish were on when you do?
Nothing wrong with having a couple bikes basically the same color. I don’t know of a rule that requires contrasting colors except for HOA nonsense.
Maybe don’t get rid of one until after the next build.
Then decide.
A few bikes don’t take a lot of room.
19……
Well that’s a different story 🤦🏻
Of course you could always put a couple stamps on one and mail it to me.
Round numbers are good 🤪
@@helidude3502 lol.
Thanks for the input.
Blue is best, or frankenbike, you answered your own question when starting to describe the blue.
Thanks Steve.
The blue bike just as it is is my choice.
Good. Thanks.
I do like the blue bike better! As far as what you should do, your guess is as any. 🤗
Thanks.
I’ve been wanting to build a modern clunker with disc brakes and modern components, including a front suspension fork. I need to find a frame. I have most of the parts I need already.
I think a disc brake conversion would be interesting. I may try that some day. I do have a set of 26" disc wheels. I have done a suspension fork on an old frame in the past. Good luck with your search for a frame. Thanks for watching!
@@Locojoe as long as you have a disc brake wheel and fork, you are good for the front. In the back, the have adapters for disc brake calipers.
@@LebronPhoto1 THe suspension fork is currently on another bike now so I'd have to get another fork . Yeah I'm curious how well the adapters work.
Decisions like this is why I've got too many rat bikes. I think the yellow frame is rougher looking , therefore I'd pick the yellow, If it was mine.
lol yeah seems to be relatable dilemma. Thanks.
I think I would keep the blue as is. I just sold my only blue bike, just because the frame seemed small to me. I would like another blue bike, after I get rid of 3 or 4 bikes.
Thanks for your input. Good luck with your bike situation.
Put the yellow fork on the blue bike and keep the blue bike. just my humble opinion.
Thanks for your humble opinion!
I like blue bikes, but the yellow+red accents is more eye-catching (when the tires aren't covered with mud😀). Color aside, I think I prefer the lines of the blue bike, and you seemed to like those components better. Just hit it with some brighter paint and grips (or go the opposite direction and switch to brown grips to match the saddle).
Thanks for your input.
blue
Thanks.
I've gotta say blue
Keep the blue bike maybe the yellow frame alone
@@josephpacheco7508 Thanks.
@Locojoe first and foremost, thanks for such great content! Never a dull posting from you, keep it up!
Also, maybe you've talked/posted about one and I missed it or not, are you familiar with the Schwinn Hammersley? I just found one locally on line and I think it could make an awesome base for a new Klunker build. Anywho, thanks in advance and jeep that breeze at your face, safe riding.
@@josephpacheco7508 Thanks for the kind words! No I hadn't heard of that bike and just looked it up, Yeah I think that would make a good base for a klunker. Several years ago I bought a new Schwinn Low Glide which was 29 inch wheels. I had intended to make somewhat of a klunker out of it but the bike was just too big for me so I sold it. The Hammersley top tube appears to slope more than the Low Glides does so it probably fits more sizes of people.
@Locojoe awesome! Thanks for the feedback! Yeah, I'm still awaiting the response so hopefully I can still make the deal ($20 complete just bad tires/dry rot) to see what I put together. Being 5' 11", I think I would be comfortable on it. Thanks again, stay bless and positive vibes. ✌🏼
Uhhhhhhhh 2 klunkers aren't eating much hay ya know let them stable together Randy! Hahahaha I'd leave em man. But if I had to choose it would be both! Hahahahaha
lol Thanks.
Decided yet?
Yes and I probably should announce it somehow. I ended up just tearing down the yellow one and keeping blue as is. I think that was what most everyone who commented leaned towards also. Thanks for asking.
@@LocojoeYes, that was my choice. It's so much more developed with all the good parts. Looks sharp too. I'm looking forward to your next rebuild now that you've made room for it.