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In 1977 the Squareback was replaced with a traditional rear end
to lighten the frame yet keep it strong. Geometry was
modified to make it longer with slower steering and keeping the
'76 gusset for great looks and strength.
Redline began to expand their product offerings with the famous
V bars and redefined Redline Proline double clamp stem
thoroughly tested by Byron Friday. The stem features a 45
degree angle brace allowing for more surface area to be welded
for strength. The clamps in '77 were the same as the '75
prototype stem but Redline modified to increase the size for
more gripping power, strength, and stamped for Redline quality.
Redline never produced the prototype Redline seat post clamp
pictured and Byron didn't know why either?
The bike features era correct parts and the Femco rims are NOS
with all of the spokes/nipples revived (hand polished) laced up
with a Bendix coaster brake and Bicycle Motocross tires.
Hope you all enjoy another historical Redline ride.
VEHICLE
Frame - Redline MX-II original nickel
finish and stickers
Fork - Redline original nickel and stickers
Stem - Redline Proline double clamp
Bars - Redline V Bars
Grips - Oury, NOS
Headset - Schwinn
Rims - Femco, NOS
Spokes - .105 gauge polished
Front hub - ACS
Rear hub - Bendix coaster brake
Front Tire - Motocross 20 x 2.125, NOS
Rear Tire - Motocross 20 x 2.125, NOS
Chain - Schwinn
Chain ring - Addicks 46 teeth, NOS
Cranks - Ashtabula 7 1/2", NOS
Bottom Bracket - Schwinn
Pedals - Union rat traps from Cash Matthews, NOS
Seat - Mesinger padded, NOS
Seat post - Redline
Seat post clamp - Prototype Redline never mass produced
Caliper - Weinmann
Brake lever - Weinmann
Brake cable - Schwinn
DIALED IN
Jeff "JT" Tollefson
www.JTFreestyle.com
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1977 Redline MX-II for Expert riders |
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Squareback design removed for traditional rear end |
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Prototype Redline seatpost clamp never mass produced |
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The new Redline MX-II and Proline frames |
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Redline expands the product lineup |
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JT and Carolyn's Redline collection '74/'75 thru '81 |
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1977 Redline Ad featuring Byron Friday and the new Proline stem and V bars |
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