What are you working on? Fall 2015 In-progress Build Thread
09-28-15, 10:04 AM
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Here is an update on my Paganini Team CX build...
I spent quite a bit of time using various metal wools (steel, copper, and brass) and a Scotch-Brite pad to remove the surface rust on the frame. I used a chemical stripper to remove the paint and primer from the fork. I was very pleased to find the entire fork was chrome plated. Also, there were some nice little surprises on the frame that I wasn't expecting, bonuses like Campagnolo stamped cable guides and triangle cutaways in the bottom bracket lugs that I hadn't seen because they were filled in with putty material. All in all the frame and fork came out better than expected, I can't wait to get it finished and built up!
I spent quite a bit of time using various metal wools (steel, copper, and brass) and a Scotch-Brite pad to remove the surface rust on the frame. I used a chemical stripper to remove the paint and primer from the fork. I was very pleased to find the entire fork was chrome plated. Also, there were some nice little surprises on the frame that I wasn't expecting, bonuses like Campagnolo stamped cable guides and triangle cutaways in the bottom bracket lugs that I hadn't seen because they were filled in with putty material. All in all the frame and fork came out better than expected, I can't wait to get it finished and built up!
09-28-15, 04:33 PM
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Picked this up last year, '83 Schwinn Tempo.........
It keeps getting bumped to the back burner and so far it's only progressed to this point........
Hope to finish it up in the next 2 or 3 weeks as soon as the work stand opens up. It's getting black and chrome Micro Shift brifters instead of the RSX and I'd like to get a sleeker looking black seatpost. Bar tape will be as close to the saddle as I can get.
It keeps getting bumped to the back burner and so far it's only progressed to this point........
Hope to finish it up in the next 2 or 3 weeks as soon as the work stand opens up. It's getting black and chrome Micro Shift brifters instead of the RSX and I'd like to get a sleeker looking black seatpost. Bar tape will be as close to the saddle as I can get.
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10-01-15, 10:05 AM
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Picked this up last year, '83 Schwinn Tempo.........
It keeps getting bumped to the back burner and so far it's only progressed to this point........
Hope to finish it up in the next 2 or 3 weeks as soon as the work stand opens up. It's getting black and chrome Micro Shift brifters instead of the RSX and I'd like to get a sleeker looking black seatpost. Bar tape will be as close to the saddle as I can get.
It keeps getting bumped to the back burner and so far it's only progressed to this point........
Hope to finish it up in the next 2 or 3 weeks as soon as the work stand opens up. It's getting black and chrome Micro Shift brifters instead of the RSX and I'd like to get a sleeker looking black seatpost. Bar tape will be as close to the saddle as I can get.
Thanks for sharing and update with photos as you finish up!
Cheers,
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10-01-15, 11:26 AM
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Here is an update on my Paganini Team CX build...
I spent quite a bit of time using various metal wools (steel, copper, and brass) and a Scotch-Brite pad to remove the surface rust on the frame. I used a chemical stripper to remove the paint and primer from the fork. I was very pleased to find the entire fork was chrome plated. Also, there were some nice little surprises on the frame that I wasn't expecting, bonuses like Campagnolo stamped cable guides and triangle cutaways in the bottom bracket lugs that I hadn't seen because they were filled in with putty material. All in all the frame and fork came out better than expected, I can't wait to get it finished and built up!
I spent quite a bit of time using various metal wools (steel, copper, and brass) and a Scotch-Brite pad to remove the surface rust on the frame. I used a chemical stripper to remove the paint and primer from the fork. I was very pleased to find the entire fork was chrome plated. Also, there were some nice little surprises on the frame that I wasn't expecting, bonuses like Campagnolo stamped cable guides and triangle cutaways in the bottom bracket lugs that I hadn't seen because they were filled in with putty material. All in all the frame and fork came out better than expected, I can't wait to get it finished and built up!
Beautiful frame! I hope you will document the finishing and build.
10-01-15, 11:30 AM
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10-01-15, 12:22 PM
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I really don't know yet, as I've only had a chance to take microscopic test rides. It feels quick and nimble. It weighs 20 lbs (9 kg). I finished the bike on Saturday and had a ton of house work to do on Sunday. I don't want to ride it to work with the threat of rain, and my regular cleats don't fit the pedals for some reason.
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Yes, if weather permits. I also have to figure out how to carry stuff.
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10-01-15, 12:51 PM
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My project is on hold. It was so close to being done. Just waiting on a new saddle which is due to arrive on Saturday. It was shifting fine in the stand. Took it for a quick spin down the street to test out the handlebar position, heard a quick clatter of derailleur against the spokes, not more than 10mph, tried to stop immediately but it was too late. I just feel sick. Trying not to hate myself, but it's hard. I don't even want to look at a bike right now. Heartbroken.
A repair is possible but it's going to be costly and I'll first need to source a new matching dropout. Look USA doesn't have any spare dropouts. Hoping Look office in France is able to bail me out. Anyone have a busted KG86/76/66 frame with a good rear dropout?
A repair is possible but it's going to be costly and I'll first need to source a new matching dropout. Look USA doesn't have any spare dropouts. Hoping Look office in France is able to bail me out. Anyone have a busted KG86/76/66 frame with a good rear dropout?
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OUCH! Condolences! Best of luck finding a DO!
Trying to be encouraging - I found a 1985 Trek 760 fork with the right length steerer for my 1984 760. Thought it would be like looking for a needle in the haystack! I was in the right place at the right time. Good luck. My fork was bent but it was corrected to spec.
Chemically removing this
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P1030271 by superissimo_83, on Flickr[/IMG]
From this:
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P1030274 by superissimo_83, on Flickr[/IMG]
Trying to be encouraging - I found a 1985 Trek 760 fork with the right length steerer for my 1984 760. Thought it would be like looking for a needle in the haystack! I was in the right place at the right time. Good luck. My fork was bent but it was corrected to spec.
Chemically removing this
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P1030271 by superissimo_83, on Flickr[/IMG]From this:
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P1030274 by superissimo_83, on Flickr[/IMG]
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HOLY SH*T! I once sent an RD into the spokes, but I guess I got off easy. (Asploded RD and two broken spokes). Honest, the saddle you bought from me was not in anyway involved in that particular cock-up.
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@Lascauxcaveman: No, of course it wasn't the saddle. Clearly I'm being punished for starting the Anti-Brifter Club and then trying to build a brifter-equipped bike.
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Have you ever been to... A Bicycle Odyssey | Services . I know they are a LOOK dealer and their shop was packed with frames a few years back.
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Thanks for the suggestions & sympathies. I gave A Bicycle Odyssey a call, but no dice. I just bit the bullet and bought a used KG66 frame/fork with matching dropout (14 day return in case I can source another dropout in the meantime). I'd prefer not to cut up another frame for the dropout but I'm determined to get this project done. Plan to sell the fork & headset to mitigate costs. Either Frank the Welder or Calfee will do the repair. All's not lost but it's going to be an expensive mistake.
10-01-15, 05:32 PM
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Thanks, I had all silver wheels on it first and bought these for something else. I made the mistake of leaning them up against it........ the silver wheels are now on the "something else".
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10-01-15, 06:26 PM
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I finished the Bottecchia over the last few days. Couple of things did not work out so well as I thought:
1. I bought the Prologo bar tape because I thought the white with black lettering would match the white saddle with black accents, but I think it is a little overpowering...
2. The donor bike I bought for the Campy - like an idiot I checked EVERYTHING except the rear cassette. I saw the Rolf wheels I was getting with the bike and that everything else was matching Campy and I bought it. I pulled the "Campy" cassette off to put on the Mavic rims and it was a Shimano cassette. Whoever changed out the wheelset was too lazy to move the freehub over and just put on a Shimano cassette. Now have to source a Campy freehub and cassette...
3. The bike had a 100mm Nitto stem in the prior build-up but since came across a 110mm Cinelli that fit the Italian theme of the bike better (already had Cinelli bars) so I replaced it and the extra 10mm makes me have to move the saddle further forward than I like - not tragic..
Here it is so far:
1. I bought the Prologo bar tape because I thought the white with black lettering would match the white saddle with black accents, but I think it is a little overpowering...
2. The donor bike I bought for the Campy - like an idiot I checked EVERYTHING except the rear cassette. I saw the Rolf wheels I was getting with the bike and that everything else was matching Campy and I bought it. I pulled the "Campy" cassette off to put on the Mavic rims and it was a Shimano cassette. Whoever changed out the wheelset was too lazy to move the freehub over and just put on a Shimano cassette. Now have to source a Campy freehub and cassette...
3. The bike had a 100mm Nitto stem in the prior build-up but since came across a 110mm Cinelli that fit the Italian theme of the bike better (already had Cinelli bars) so I replaced it and the extra 10mm makes me have to move the saddle further forward than I like - not tragic..
Here it is so far:
10-02-15, 10:33 AM
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Working on the 'brifting' project on SWIMPAL's bike:
Clamps are handy
Hard to have too many (and this is my main objection to most bike stands, no holding device for front wheel)
Size selection is handy, too.
Ready for a trial run, and then bar tape.
Clamps are handy
Hard to have too many (and this is my main objection to most bike stands, no holding device for front wheel)
Size selection is handy, too.
Ready for a trial run, and then bar tape.
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10-02-15, 10:45 AM
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@Ed. Front wheel flopping is an issue. I found a bag of bungee cords nearly the right size. I use them all the time, not only for the work stand but when I haul my bikes on the car. The tandem is a bit big so I use a bungee to hold the Barcon against the TT.
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They fit nicely in a jersey pocket or bike bag too.
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BungyFlickStand by superissimo_83, on Flickr[/IMG]They fit nicely in a jersey pocket or bike bag too.
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10-02-15, 11:25 AM
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10-02-15, 06:31 PM
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flat bar road bike with parts bin bits for my sixth grader. Seat post will grow with him.... Trek 600. It was going to be a touring bike for a friend but the frame didn't fit.
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10-02-15, 06:36 PM
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Thanks for the suggestions & sympathies. I gave A Bicycle Odyssey a call, but no dice. I just bit the bullet and bought a used KG66 frame/fork with matching dropout (14 day return in case I can source another dropout in the meantime). I'd prefer not to cut up another frame for the dropout but I'm determined to get this project done. Plan to sell the fork & headset to mitigate costs. Either Frank the Welder or Calfee will do the repair. All's not lost but it's going to be an expensive mistake.
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