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Forum: Recumbent
06-18-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,729
Posted By w98seeng

Well, I am 61. I don't know how much time I have...

Well, I am 61. I don't know how much time I have left. I might just continue to ride my grandsons trike.

Thanks to all for the input. I will pass on it.

Ian
Forum: Recumbent
06-14-23, 10:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,729
Posted By w98seeng

What Recumbent is this?

The guy wants $400 (CDN) for this trike. I am 270m pounds and need a sturdy trike without suspension. This looks good, but I do not k now the brand so I can get some info on it.
It has a Shimano 3...
09-04-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 181
Posted By w98seeng

Swapping Headshot Ultra with Lefty

I have a Cannondale Bad Boy with a Headshok Ultra. I also have a Cannondale Jekyll 600 with a lefty fork. Can I swap the two, if the headtube is the same length? Both bikes are around 2006 models,...
07-08-22, 02:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By w98seeng

Because of all the cheaper p[arts on the bike I...

Because of all the cheaper p[arts on the bike I thought that might be the case
07-08-22, 08:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 761
Posted By w98seeng

Can you identify this Colnago?

This Colnago is for sale near me for $360. I want to find the model so I can get more info on it. I messaged the seller, but no response yet.
I don't even know if it was a mountain bike or if the...
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

I'm in Montreal, so the frame is being tossed. ...

I'm in Montreal, so the frame is being tossed.

Thanks,
Ian
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

I never thought of that. Thanks As the bike...

I never thought of that. Thanks

As the bike was only worth around $500-$600 when new (maybe?) I will scrap the frame and sell the 105 group separately.

Ian
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

That was what I was thinking as the Campione...

That was what I was thinking as the Campione D'Italia is the only Bianchi in this time period with the same colors.
The exact colors to be exact, but of course that bike is a mix of Campy, Ofmega...
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

Anyway, a little more info now that I have...

Anyway, a little more info now that I have started to take the bike apart. The BB is a BB53 sealed unit, so I presume
it has been replaced, 70mm and both sides are right hand threads, so the frame...
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

Thanks for the response billytwosheds. I saw a...

Thanks for the response billytwosheds. I saw a picture of a 1989 Brava frame and it's not quite the same.
The top of the seat stays have Bianchi embedded in them and the rear dropouts do not have...
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

The date code on the crank is NA, that is January...

The date code on the crank is NA, that is January 1989.

I started cleaning the bike and I haven't seen a greasier bike in a long time.
I guess the grease helps prevent rust as there isn't a speck...
Replies: 11
Views: 857
Posted By w98seeng

Bianchi Identification Help Needed

I bought a Bianchi today at an auction and I can not find any info on the bike with these parts.

I know the 1051 105 components were only out in 1987 and 1988, so unless the parts are not...
04-16-14, 03:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,833
Posted By w98seeng

This is only a temporary solution, you do not...

This is only a temporary solution, you do not want to put a lot of miles on the wheel before getting proper rim tape. Though I have used it on a mountain bike with dual wall rims and rode it for...
04-16-14, 07:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,833
Posted By w98seeng

In a pinch I have used electrical tape. 2...

In a pinch I have used electrical tape. 2 revolutions around the wheel and cut out the valve hole, works perfect.

Ian
04-11-14, 09:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,501
Posted By w98seeng

The best thing to use is an adhesion promoter,...

The best thing to use is an adhesion promoter, like the one Dupli-Color makes.
https://www.duplicolor.com/products/adhesionPromoter/

It makes paint stick to plastic parts without affecting the...
03-28-14, 06:04 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 444,485
Posted By w98seeng

In a pinch, a chainring bolt can be used as a...

In a pinch, a chainring bolt can be used as a derailleur hanger bolt. I needed a derailleur hanger bolt this week and didn't have one, so I took
the bolt off an old crankset I had and after grinding...
03-28-14, 05:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 535
Posted By w98seeng

Sorry

Didn't see the sticky on top. Any way to delete a post?

Ian
Forum: Recumbent
03-26-14, 06:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,050
Posted By w98seeng

Wouldn't 2 wheel drive be more efficient? I...

Wouldn't 2 wheel drive be more efficient?

I have another one I am building that will be FWD.

As for a leaner, I want to build one like this.
371180

It seems to be an easy build and for my...
Forum: Recumbent
03-26-14, 03:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,050
Posted By w98seeng

Delta Trike Rear Drive Suggestions Needed.

I want to build my own delta trike that has two wheel rear drive. Money is tight, so I have to come up with an idea that I can build with old bike parts.

Take a look at the pictures. I do not...
03-17-14, 10:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 936
Posted By w98seeng

Wow, great eye. I found that out when I was...

Wow, great eye. I found that out when I was re-adjusting the cable. Everything works fine now, there were two problems,
Too narrow of a bottom bracket, had a 110mm, switched to a 113mm and the cable...
03-17-14, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 936
Posted By w98seeng

This was the problem. Actually, it's part of a...

This was the problem. Actually, it's part of a two part problem.

I didn't notice, but because of a BB that is not the right size, (110mm), the derailleur was shifting to all 3 chainrings, but only...
03-17-14, 08:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 936
Posted By w98seeng

Problem Adjusting The Front Derailleur

I have 8 speed XT front and rear derailleurs with Alivio 8 X 3 Shifters on a bike I am putting together from spare parts I had lying around.
I have the rear derailleur working well, but I can't get...
03-17-14, 07:47 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 6,593
Posted By w98seeng

Is it worth it to spend $50-$100 on it? You can...

Is it worth it to spend $50-$100 on it? You can always bring it to a welding shop and have them TIG weld a new piece on top of the seat tube. TIG welding will not ruin the frame if it is done...
03-17-14, 07:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,259
Posted By w98seeng

Klein did use a press-in BB so this is nothing...

Klein did use a press-in BB so this is nothing out of the ordinary. Here is a tutorial (with pics) on how to remove the BB.
It does require special tools, so depending on how much they would charge,...
Forum: Recumbent
06-28-13, 02:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By w98seeng

Thanks for the help. I found the problem, it's...

Thanks for the help. I found the problem, it's not the crank length or the distance between the seat and the crank, it's the seat angle.
I did a little surgery and mounted the seat at more of an...
Forum: Recumbent
06-24-13, 09:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By w98seeng

It's not too small. I'm just an idiot. This is my...

It's not too small. I'm just an idiot. This is my first recumbent and I am fat (the reason I bought it, to ride and lose weight) and my knees aren't the bee's knees.

I got on the bike and thought...
Forum: Recumbent
06-23-13, 07:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By w98seeng

This is the first thing I did. It was a bit...

This is the first thing I did. It was a bit better but still too short. I did manage to get the BB about 2 inches farther forward by doing a little modification
and it seems almost perfect now.

...
Forum: Recumbent
06-21-13, 10:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By w98seeng

The crank arms are 170s, shorter arms would help,...

The crank arms are 170s, shorter arms would help, but not the 5mm 165 arms (do they make 165 arms?) would give me.



I have an inseam of 28 inches, my X-seam I haven't measured yet.

The...
Forum: Recumbent
06-21-13, 01:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By w98seeng

The pedals are not far enough forward. I am...

The pedals are not far enough forward. I am thinking that because I did get it so inexpensive and another is going to cost me at
least another $250 (from the prices I have seen), I might have this...
Forum: Recumbent
06-21-13, 10:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,680
Posted By w98seeng

Just Bought My First Recumbent

I bought a used Mikado (Quetzal) LWB recumbent. I saw it for sale on Kijiji and the guy wanted $125, so I went to get it.

I looked at it and since I had never been on a recumbent, I didn't get on...
06-14-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 796
Posted By w98seeng

Almost Finished My New Build

I started another build when I got a nice Scott CX Team frame and fork. I decided to build it as a hybrid as brifters are so expensive
I went with a flat bar set-up.

Nothing has been set-up yet,...
Replies: 3
Views: 1,095
Posted By w98seeng

Good buy @ $350?

I have an opportunity to buy a Viner Deda V3 Pro Team road bike for $350, (maybe a bit less).
This will be for resale, possibly as separate parts as I think the bike is a hodgepodge of different era...
04-07-13, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 867
Posted By w98seeng

From what I have read, I thought straight gauge...

From what I have read, I thought straight gauge spokes were heavier, but stronger.


Nope, 32. I got a great deal on a set of hubs that are 32h, so I am going with that.


270, but I don't look...
04-07-13, 08:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 867
Posted By w98seeng

My New Build

I saw a frame for sale and thought it was beautiful. For $98 (including shipping) I thought it would be the start of a really nice build.
The frame is a cyclocross frame, but I can't afford road...
05-28-12, 06:23 AM
Replies: 757
Views: 444,485
Posted By w98seeng

Why is it the hard way? you have to use a hammer...

Why is it the hard way? you have to use a hammer to put in a nail, I use an impact driver to put in two small screws. It takes less time than to tie the string.

Your way, when you want one tire,...
05-21-12, 12:28 PM
Replies: 757
Views: 444,485
Posted By w98seeng

Ever wonder if there is an inexpensive safe way...

Ever wonder if there is an inexpensive safe way to store wheels? I just thought of this today, I used broom holders screwed to the ceiling.

This works great as it won't scratch the rim, the...
04-29-12, 07:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,757
Posted By w98seeng

Right again. Plus a bit more

Right again. Plus a bit more
04-29-12, 04:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,757
Posted By w98seeng

Wow, that much? I wouldn't have guessed. I guess...

Wow, that much? I wouldn't have guessed. I guess I really goofed on this one.

Here's the story...

I was at a car auction that also has stolen bikes from the police dept in Ottawa, Canada. I...
04-29-12, 01:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,757
Posted By w98seeng

Totally agree, except for in England, possibly....

Totally agree, except for in England, possibly. I'm going to put it on eBay and give it a try.

PS, any idea what a late 80's Max frame goes for? Give or take?

Ian
04-28-12, 04:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,757
Posted By w98seeng

I have a frame that was built by Swinnerton in...

I have a frame that was built by Swinnerton in England. I contacted them and by the serial number, they told me that it was built for John Herety, former UK road race rider, Tour de France rider and...
Replies: 0
Views: 805
Posted By w98seeng

80's Swinnerton Appraisal Needed.

I have a road frame from English builder Roy Swinnerton. The frame is made from Columbus Max tubing and has a chromed Power Fork that is also made from Columbus Max tubing.

I got a hold of...
04-17-12, 10:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,154
Posted By w98seeng

I'm a bit late to the conversation, but no...

I'm a bit late to the conversation, but no problem in resurrecting it.

There is a Casati Challenge for sale for $400 and since I have never heard of Casati,
I did some research on the web. I only...
04-17-12, 06:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 896
Posted By w98seeng

If anyone is interested, here is a pic with the...

If anyone is interested, here is a pic with the frame measurements.

Any ideas as to how much I should ask for it? I looked around the net and only found two bikes for sale that had Max tubing, one...
04-16-12, 05:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 896
Posted By w98seeng

This is the Dura-Ace group I bought today ($200),...

This is the Dura-Ace group I bought today ($200), that I was thinking of putting on the Swinnerton.

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04-16-12, 05:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 896
Posted By w98seeng

I saw the Campy Delta brakes and new they were...

I saw the Campy Delta brakes and new they were worth good money. I saw the other Campy components and since I am a bit of a noob when it comes to road bikes, I bought it with the intention of...
04-16-12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 896
Posted By w98seeng

Mixing Old and New

I have a road frame from English builder Swinnerton. The frame is made from Columbus Max tubing and has a Power Fork that is also made from Columbus Max tubing. I bought the bike at an auction and...
Replies: 14
Views: 6,130
Posted By w98seeng

Yup, Canadian as charged. I always likes the ...

Yup, Canadian as charged. I always likes the green, but this is a very nice blue.



Yeah, the rack is a gonner if I get the bike.
Replies: 14
Views: 6,130
Posted By w98seeng

Bianchi Quattro info needed

I saw this Bianchi Quattro for sale ($175) and this is the only info given...



I would guess it to be around 1988 (or so) and it looks like it's in very nice shape.

Is $175 a decent price...
Replies: 16
Views: 6,102
Posted By w98seeng

The way I look at it is you have a nice frame...

The way I look at it is you have a nice frame already. Yes, there have been advancements in carbon frames, but will you really see a difference between the old and new frames? Also, is it worth the...
02-28-12, 06:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,902
Posted By w98seeng

Waterslide Decal Paper

For those who want to repaint a bike frame, there is a product that works with any color ink jet printer to make decals for your bike (Or anything else). It's called Waterslide Decal Paper and it can...
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