Author Topic: Free Agent info? (Read 5170 times)

Rooonga · « **on:** May 13, 2007, 10:53 PM »

Hi everyone,

I wondered if anyone knew the Free Agent timeline, ie what models for what years.

I'm getting one pretty sure, but don't know what year it is. (Been told mid 80's)

Any info would be great!

Cheers!

Paul

kdw712 · « **Reply #1 on:** May 14, 2007, 08:09 AM »

best bet is to get onto VBMX mid school
and get Galen Starlin talking

he's ex factory FA in the mid 80's to early 90's

it should have a serial on rear right drop

MM YY XXXX (if its on BB shell then its a later mid 90's i think)

from 87ish on the limo replaced the pro long
it has a extra bar across chain stays near BB
plus the machined head and BB

get some pics up paul

PS still got your cranks here mate

lazychubs · « **Reply #2 on:** May 14, 2007, 09:18 AM »

you selling the torker then paul
would love it if ya are lol

Rooonga · « **Reply #3 on:** May 14, 2007, 11:35 AM »

Cheers Kev, (Once I get it I'll have a good look at the serial number, and post some pics.)

Here's the only pic I have so far. (Got some quality kit on it eh?)

And no Chubs, the Torker will not be sold! (But you keep trying

)

kdw712 · « **Reply #4 on:** May 14, 2007, 11:44 AM »

looks like a limo matey

lurvely 21" top tube

one of the other VBMX regulars sean riggs did some early script font decals
he may have some left

if its a later model and needs the squarer font check out bmx musemum
they did have them - think repeat think it was 89 the decal stlye changed

check the follwoing link for some good info

http://www.os-bmx.com/forums/index.php'showtopic=8818&hl=free+agent

nic968 · « **Reply #5 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:38 PM »

That looks very sweet Rooonga...I've just picked up an '88 cruiser,but would love a 20" limo...Nice score.

kdw712 · « **Reply #6 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:40 PM »

nic any pics ?

got a 91 pro cruiser myself

kdw712 · « **Reply #7 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:43 PM »

heres me 1987 20" pro long (same as limo but rear x brace on stays)

kdw712 · « **Reply #8 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:44 PM »

heres me 24" pro crusier 1991

first build (roonga you may recognise these wheels

)

now looks like - but still not right yet

kdw712 · « **Reply #9 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:47 PM »

some old pics i'ev found along the way

first off is galen

kdw712 · « **Reply #10 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:49 PM »

kdw712 · « **Reply #11 on:** May 14, 2007, 01:59 PM »

lol
one more thing

ABA hall of fame 2005
check the 3rd entry

http://www.ababmx.com/index.php?page=default/halloffame&year=2005

Rooonga · « **Reply #12 on:** May 14, 2007, 02:00 PM »

That is all so cool!

Thx for that peeps, keep em coming.

Hope to have it in my sweaty mitts in a couple of days, I'll post some pics then.

Kev, where can I get the decals? (Any links to save my poor smashed wrist? - Speaking of which - gotta have 1 more operation to put a titanium plate put in meaning it'll never be able to move any more, but will be set in a rider friendly position, and will be pain free! Yeehaw! However it also means I'll miss out on the British Champs this year

)

kdw712 · « **Reply #13 on:** May 14, 2007, 02:06 PM »

jeez mate

still pain free is a bonus for ya

later square font - sure these are 89 onwards but need to get confirmation

http://www.bmxmuseum.com/shop/stickers/free_agent_stickers/

kdw712 · « **Reply #14 on:** May 14, 2007, 02:13 PM »

paul heres the orig link to script decals

http://www.vintagebmx.com/cgi-bin/ultimatebb.cgi?ubb=get_topic;f=16;t=000348#000000

very old now
i have shot him a PM to see if he has any left

moose may have a spare set - could be worth an ask

Rooonga · « **Reply #15 on:** May 14, 2007, 06:38 PM »

Cheers, I'll send a PM.

TA!!

nic968 · « **Reply #16 on:** May 15, 2007, 01:34 PM »

Great scans/info above...

Here's the Cruiser,as it is at the moment...

Kev,it's got the square stickers,yet it's an 88.Do you reckon they were added.I haven't seen any other pre-89/90 frames with the later font..They're shot anyway,so I'll either go for the team decals on BMXM,or try and get some script repros....
If I get time I'll build it up for the next hersden..

kdw712 · « **Reply #17 on:** May 15, 2007, 01:45 PM »

ooh thats nice
is it the pro rather than the limo ?

i asked shawn (kastanman on VBMX) who did the script decals
& he said he had seen early 89 with script decals and also late 88 with block
so it seems it would be prob orig on yours there

also meaning then you could use either no worries

may have to get mine sorted now then
esp as ratty's thinking of 24" OS race at hersden in june

nice to see the brand getting some daylight at last

i have some where the bmx bi weekly test of the pro
i'll scan it up

kdw712 · « **Reply #18 on:** May 15, 2007, 01:50 PM »

scroll about half way down this page

http://www.bmxonline.com/bmx/features/article/0,15737,1030012,00.html

galen is back racing vet pro this season

nic968 · « **Reply #19 on:** May 16, 2007, 01:24 PM »

Quote from: kdw712 on May 15, 2007, 01:45 PM

ooh thats nice
is it the pro rather than the limo ?

I'm thinking it's a pro...TT is 20.75....Shortest cruiser I've had,although should make hopping between 20" & 24" a bit easier...

Rooonga · « **Reply #20 on:** May 16, 2007, 08:03 PM »

Woohoo!!

Got the bike today, it has Redline 400's with sealed BB, Chrome Arayas with Sealed Chrome suzue hubs, Shimano DX pedals, plus spare bear traps, full padset, suede saddle and a plate etc. etc.

What a fantastic find - AND ONLY 150 QUID!!!

I'm so happy!

kdw712 · « **Reply #21 on:** May 16, 2007, 10:29 PM »

you lucky bleeder

so whats the serial number

Rooonga · « **Reply #22 on:** May 16, 2007, 11:59 PM »

Errr,

I think it started 0789 making it a 1989??

Thinking about powdering it Yellow now, as that was the factory team colour.

lazychubs · « **Reply #23 on:** May 17, 2007, 12:10 AM »

lucky git now
sell me ya torker lol

kcmobmx · « **Reply #24 on:** May 17, 2007, 03:40 AM »

lets see some more pics of the score!
here is my 89 limo:

89 Team Pro crusier:

and my other 89 limo that I took apart for my crusier (gone now):

I remember before S&M got big alot of the dirt jumpers were riding FAs. very heavy duty frames for sure. the one in the first pic is my main rider and has been for a long time. I don't just cruise either

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