[CR]Late 70's KHS Tri-Coaster ?

(Example: Framebuilders:Alex Singer)

From: "veterinary technician" <thebiggoogster@hotmail.com>
To: Classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Date: Wed, 05 Jul 2006 18:25:51 +0000
Subject: [CR]Late 70's KHS Tri-Coaster ?

So for awhile now my girlfriend has been eyeing my Raleigh Sprite 5 spd and I'd like to surprise her w/ a fun old 3spd or 5 spd. I just found a KHS Tri-Coaster w/ the Shimano internal/big, beefy 3CC hub in back. The original Viscount saddle and original paint are in great condition. Can anybody please tell me where KHS (California-based??) made their bikes during the 70's and give me some quality info?? Was this a quality Sears bike?? Much appreciated,
Mark Steinke
Denver,CO USA