1939-1941 Ward Hawthorne Bike Project

Picked up this Pre-War era Ward Hawthorne from a customer today.

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The tires on this bike were completely rotted out, but the tubes were still holding pressure. It only required a little air, and some chain lube to get this Ward Hawthorne ridable. However, within about 2 miles the rear hub blew. The bike is currently a work in progress.

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