Quote Originally Posted by gnat23 View Post
I had the entire thing balaced on my lap just right, but I made one false move and the darn chain pressed across my right thigh, scarring it forever. Ooops!
That bike is very cool! I love history and therefore keeping bikes in original condition as much as possible...BUT, I think bikes are happier when they are being ridden. If you don't see yourself riding this as is, then a fixie is a nice way to get this bike back out on the road where it belongs!

About the jeans - get yourself some pure greek olive oil soap. Wet the grease mark, rub in the soap, vigorously. Wash the jeans as normal, and I'll bet that they come out clean! This stuff is AMAZING for removing oily stains...even old ones.

http://www.oliveoilsoap.com/varieties/greece.cfm