CCM 1959 Imperial delivery : new project (Light delivery)

Bonjour et bienvenu Pierre Yves .. Je suis aussi du Québec. en Mauricie.

Deux de tes questions sont assez faciles a repondre

1" C'est normal pour l'usure des 2 petite plaquettes de metal qui sont a l'intérieur du moyeu ( Hub ) Tu comprendras que un vélo pour la livraison sert ou a servi beaucoup d'où y a pas grand chose à faire sinon soit de trouver exactement les meme pieces, mais neuves ou de changer la roue pour une pareille ou semblable et sont tu sais que le systeme de freinage est bon. ( J'en ai moi meme des vélos a rétro-pedalage mais faut que je fasse attention due au frein trop usés )

2.-Il est possible de redresser ou de faire redresser l'axe dans un " bike shop " ou le changer carrément si tu en trouve un ( facile a trouver un usager en tres bon etat.. neuf, je en sais pas trop )

3.- J'ai toujours vu ce genre de vélo qu'en noir seulement et ce dans differentes villes au Québec....

Merci !

Here's a picture of the hub. 

A serial number ending in an "E" would mean this was manufactured in 1953. While I don't have a 1953 catalogue, I do have the 1954 literature. The speccifications themselves are sparse. 

Per the illustration these bicycles did not come with a chainguard. The centre kickstand is incorrect. This bicycle was equipped with a rear axle axle mounted strand. It's also missing the steel sign that fits within the upper, main triangle of the frame. 

The hand grips are unspecified but earlier 1950's literature mentions  the black 876 handgrip which had horizontal ribs and a bulb end. Similalry the saddle is not listed but earlier versions used the 1803 Dunlop Gent's saddle. I'll post the catalogue illustrations for the bicycle, grips and saddle later. 

As promised I'm attaching the cataloue illustrations. The bicycle illustration is from the 1954 catalogue and I've scanned 'la version Francaise' for the benefit of Pierre. As you will see, there is no lighting system, which I forgot to mention in my original post. The same illustration appears to have been used thoughout the 1950s.

The handlebar grips and and saddle illustrations are taken from slightly earlier 1950's literature, as these models were not catalogued in 1954. Consequently, they may or may not have been used on the 1953 Light Delivery bicycle. If you cannot find similar handlebar grips, I'd suggest obtaining a pair of Ron's reproduction beehive grips (available though this site) as they are at least era appropriate CCM product, even if they were not used on this particular model of bicycle.

Thanks a lot T-Mar ! 

As for the year, the "E" was a typo... I meant "S". 

Your pictures and explanations are very helpful. That's great. 

Do you know if I could find somewhere (online, most likely) a rear stand that fits the original style ? 

As for the saddle and the handgrips, I still have to decide if I try to find some that mimics the original, or go for other parts. 

I just checked the 53 catalogue, unfortunately my scanner is acting up..  The picture submitted by TMar is the same as is the model # M626.  Other specs are:

Frame        Size 20 - 22"

Finish          Black with gold stripe and matching head

Front carrier  CCM 530, tubular, enamelled black  (same as yours)

Fenders       Dropsides, enamelled black with gold stripe

Hanger          CCM with single piece crank, 48T X1/2" X 3/16" sprocket, chromium plated

Hubs            Front:  CCM delivery # 1039

                       Rear:  CCM Hercules coasted brake (Delivery model)

Pedals          Gibsons

Rims              New Westwood type 26" X 13/4"

Saddle           Dunlop 1803 or Dunlop 1807

Tires               Dunlop carrier 26" X 1 3/4"

Rear stand     # 1974, enamelled black

Sign plate       # 1906, enamelled black

What are the markings on the rear hub shell?  It is quite possible that it may be a 1937 model hub, as they were still using them in 1953. CCM was not a company to throw away old stock, choosing rather to use them up, even though obsolete in company inventory.  BTW the 1937 hub is virtually bullet proof and is much easier to obtain than the delivery model Hercules coaster brake.

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Yeah, '37 model. I guess it isn't as strong as the delivery model, am I right ? However, apart from the bent axle, it seems in great shape. Here's a picture once cleaned and almost completely dismounted. 

Thanks again ! You guys are great !

Pierre YvesC

  Try Don Farmer in Montreal he has a delivery bike and loves CCM he might be able to help you with a stand. He does not have internet  phone is 514 457 6537 He is in Ste Anne De Bellevue I was just there a couple of weeks ago delivering a bike he bought from me. He has lots of CCM  Tell him I gave you his number.

While I don't have a 1959 catalogue, I do have 1958. The illustration is the same as used in 1954, except it is black and white.

The description is devoid of component specs, except for mentioning a Hercules "56" coaster brake hub. It's interesting in that the parts section of the catalogue does not mention this hub. I'm also not aware of patents form this period that would be associated with a major hub redesign. Wayne, do you know what's the story is with the "56" hub?

The Dunlop 1807 saddle mentioned by Wayne was still catalogued in 1958, so I assume that it was probably used in 1958 & 1959. I'm including a scan of it. 

Also, by 1958 the bicycle's model name had changed to the Imperial Delivery. Model number was still M626. Pending somebody having the actual 1959 literature, I'm assuming it didn't change for that year.. 

I guess I'll then install another saddle on it, most likely a leather one. I like the idea of rebuilding it as close as the original, but I'm not sure I want to go for a plastic seat !

Do you guys know how the steel sign was attached ? There is no trace of that... and I can't find any picture online. 

Thanks Dave for Don's contact. I'll give it a shot. 

IIRC, the fasteners were simple band clamps similar to what are used for fastening carriers, racks, etc. except that they were larger in diameter to accommodate the frame tubes. The holes in the tabs/ears aligned with those in the sign plate and accepted a simple nut and bolt. 

to improve braking take a three corner file and run it in the groves o f the brake sleeve cleaning out the groves and bringing the edges back to square. or replace brake sleeve    william rudolph

I unbent the axle a bit, simply by hammering (with a soft hammer) on it. Can't tell the unbending was really efficient, but when I mounted it back, well-greased, it rolled much more easily.

Didn't try the brake while riding yet though, but it seems to works as before, if not better. If not, I'll try what you told me William. 

Thanks again !