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Archived: Musclebikes (Sting-Rays, Krates, Choppers, etc.)





FOR SALE:   F/S/T - '70 Lemon Krate Frame posted by: Jeff on 4/8/2001 at 6:42:49 PM
Extra nice condition,some touchup done by Dave Erickson,$200 Shipped-sorry,no pics yet-please email for more info.





WANTED:   ELIMINATOR posted by: GREG KRUSE on 4/8/2001 at 4:38:51 PM
May be interested in a "reasonably" priced Murray Eliminator like I had as a kid. It was the 5 speed with drag brake, had a snake on the chainguard, Orange, gold, black fade paint and crazy handlebars. ( not like the screamer but similar). 20 redline slick/16 front with spring sissy bar. Thanks for any info





FOR SALE:   Krate look alike posted by: chris.d on 4/7/2001 at 6:51:16 PM
i Got a front drum brake great for a custom or a Krate bike..50$+s&h





MISC:   mattel bicycle posted by: david scott on 4/7/2001 at 8:13:50 AM
i have recently aquired a mattel bicycle, chopper style, with a cantilever frame and rear shocks, 20" wheels. looking for any info for the restoration process


   RE:MISC:   mattel bicycle posted by robert on 5/9/2001 at 7:49:30 AM
is your bicycle a mattel stallion or bronco?is it a chrome frame w/shocks at the back that are adjustable for height? i have a 64 mattel stallion and its in good condition cept for missing fenders but stilla beaut. e mail me a picture if u can. we'll talk mattel.thanx




AGE / VALUE:   rapido super de luxe posted by: kenny Palmer on 4/6/2001 at 8:42:27 PM
Hi there, I bought a MIB "Rapido Super de Luxe" sting ray type bike
a few years ago from a man who found it in the attic of an old
Husquvarna motorcycle shop. The bike is in new condition and is just sitting
around in my den. I want to sell it but but don't know what its worth.
Has anyone here ever heard of the bike. It's very similar to a sting-ray
ape hangers, banana seat, chrome fenders,rims and chain gaurd.





AGE / VALUE:   Swap Meet April 8, Swansea, MA posted by: Joe on 4/6/2001 at 7:47:03 PM
Sunday is going to be a nice day in the 50's plus. Check out our Spring swap meet. It is Free to vendors and the public, indoor and outdoor. Push, pull or drag it to the show. We want to kick the spring off with a great start. Email me for information. Email everyone you know... Don't miss it....





AGE / VALUE:   GREEN MANTA RAY SEAT WITH STRIPE posted by: Eric on 4/6/2001 at 5:15:34 AM
How much is a manta ray campus green seat with the racing stripe worth with a bad tag. The last inch of the stripe is worn off on the tip.The right side on the tip has a quarter size chunk missing out of it.The seat pan is almost mint has the reflector tap and the large reflector.The worst part is the rip on the left and is pretty much in the shape of a U.

Thanks,Eric


   RE:AGE / VALUE:   GREEN MANTA RAY SEAT WITH STRIPE posted by Eric on 4/7/2001 at 8:43:01 AM
I also have a picture of the seat any help would be a appreciated
Thanks, Eric

   RE:RE:AGE / VALUE:   GREEN MANTA RAY SEAT WITH STRIPE posted by degallina on 4/8/2001 at 8:45:22 PM
Ok Eric, i'm game. Please email me a picture.




AGE / VALUE:   GREEN MANTA RAY SEAT WITH STRIPE posted by: Eric on 4/6/2001 at 5:15:34 AM
How much is a manta ray campus green seat with the racing stripe worth with a bad tag. The last inch of the stripe is worn off on the tip.The right side on the tip has a quarter size chunk missing out of it.The seat pan is almost mint has the reflector tap and the large reflector.The worst part is the rip on the left and is pretty much in the shape of a U.

Thanks,Eric





FOR SALE:   STINGRAY MIRROR posted by: chris.d on 4/5/2001 at 4:09:30 PM
I have a one mirror its bran new chrome,square type with 2 blue reflectors on the back ..i can send u a pic ..20$+2$ s&h..thanks





FOR SALE:   Repop Glitter Vinyl Krate Toolbags posted by: Matt on 4/4/2001 at 7:34:11 PM
I finally got around to getting these glitter vinyl krate toolbags made. They are cut out and being sewn together over the next 2 weeks, just in time to take a batch out to the Memory Lane and Ann Arbor shows. I'm going to have available the following:

Red Glitter with White Trim
Orange Glitter (Original Color) with White Trim
Yellow Glitter (Original Color) with White Trim
Blue Glitter with White Trim
Purple Glitter with White Trim
Silver Glitter with Black Trim
Silver Glitter with Green Trim
Plain White with Black Trim
Plain Black with White Trim

They will have nickel plated buckles and twist fasteners, but no other markings of any kind. If a person was enterprising....they might take a seat tag off of an old Schwinn 10 Speed seat and rivet it to their new bag.....not that I would advocate that in any way....They are the exact same dimensions as the original krate toolbags.
I'm asking $45.00 plus shipping for all colors except orange glitter and yellow glitter, they will be $50.00 plus shipping. Let me know if you're interested.
Thanks,
Matt





MISC:   A SO CALLED BIKE posted by: Michael on 4/4/2001 at 6:20:36 PM
I recently got a GUARANTY bike frame and fork.On the front head plate it say's GUARANTY , QUALITY SUPREME would this frame sell for a couple of dollars or not.If so I might want to sell it.
Thanks;
Michael





FOR SALE:   Stingray rear indicators posted by: Rob. on 4/4/2001 at 2:56:23 PM
Just got some rear direction indicators, they bolt onto the sissy bar above or under the seat. They have wires running to buttons for the apehangers ( l & r ).You put batterys in, push the relevant button...And they flash !!! Cool or wot ? Thyre carded, with a stingray picture, but made by Cats Eye . Period, covered in dust , Real cool accessory for the Stingray with everything.
Did I remember to say theyre for sale ???





FOR SALE:   Misc. Schwinn parts posted by: Tim P. on 4/3/2001 at 10:17:44 PM
Violet banana seat from "Pete"
three stingray cranks from '65 to '70
three front chainrings for 'rays
repop seat strut/shock assembly, chrome, not textured
Persons dark metalic blue banana seat-used but nice
couple of S-7 rims, one laced, one just rim
pair of very used 'ray pedals





FOR SALE:    Schwinn Lil Chik 40$ +s&h posted by: chris.d on 4/3/2001 at 5:05:21 PM
ill send you some pic just email..


   RE:FOR SALE:    Schwinn Lil Chik 40$ +s&h posted by Stingrayman on 4/3/2001 at 6:00:57 PM
They aren't that valuable. I'd sell it for around $25.

   RE:RE:FOR SALE:    Schwinn Lil Chik 40$ +s&h posted by BillG on 4/4/2001 at 9:41:05 AM
$25??
You are kidding, right?
Even if it is a rusted pile of spray painted junk it is probably worth more the $25 in parts alone!




WANTED:   TRIKE CONVERSION KIT posted by: CHRISTIAN GAGGIA on 4/3/2001 at 1:41:28 PM
WANTED: TRIKE CONVERSION KIT (TO TURN BIKE INTO TRIKE)
OR
INFO ON WHERE TO FIND ONE... PREFERABLY USED.

MANY THANKS, CHRISTIAN GAGGIA-- GOATBASKET@YAHOO.COM