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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-07, 03:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 766
Posted By Gonzo

from a little googleing I am finding that there...

from a little googleing I am finding that there where a few regina freewheel options with the extra as the entry level is this correct?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-07, 02:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 766
Posted By Gonzo

There are loads to choose from. Is there a site...

There are loads to choose from. Is there a site that will enable me to tell what the packaging should look like for a mid 70s regina freewheel
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-07, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 766
Posted By Gonzo

Doi Yes freewheel sorry (if a mod sees my...

Doi

Yes freewheel sorry (if a mod sees my title please fix it). You can tell that I was not concentrating when typing. The bikes a Ron Kitching and I will be decking it out in period SR Campy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 766
Posted By Gonzo

Which flywheel whould I be after?

if I am after a 5speed freewheel for my 1974 racer what should I be looking for to be authentic, what would have been the best flywheel for the time? (it will be running off a campy hub)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-07, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 469
Posted By Gonzo

size of your stem

Whats a comfy size stem? how would I know if I have not ever riden a racing bike before? its a cinelli 1a that I will be looking for but as they can come in a variety of sizes I am looking for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-07, 10:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,745
Posted By Gonzo

I see. I will hold out for a bit longer then.

I see. I will hold out for a bit longer then.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-07, 02:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,745
Posted By Gonzo

JR the decals guy

Don't seem to be able to get an answer from JR. Has his email changed? I really wanna get some decals from him.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-07, 03:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By Gonzo

Loads and loads of measuring confirmed that the...

Loads and loads of measuring confirmed that the long reach campys would fit so thats ok.

If I was after a Rat Rod would I not be aiming for maintaining the old paint work while still letting it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-07, 12:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By Gonzo

I think the picture is not being totally honest...

I think the picture is not being totally honest regarding the condition of the paint . There are many chipped sections of paint across the bike, each one is now causing rust and all the decals are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-07, 04:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 687
Posted By Gonzo

My Road to a Nuts and Bolts Resto

Evening all. I thought it would be fun to create a bit of a running log about my restoration project. Being new to all this I thought it might make fun reading or at the very least it will give me a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-07, 03:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,036
Posted By Gonzo

The bike is a real odd mix of stuff: campy front...

The bike is a real odd mix of stuff: campy front mech, Shimano rear, sergino (spl?) cranks, Weinmann brakes and levers and on and on. But I think thats because the frame may have been purchased and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-07, 03:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,036
Posted By Gonzo

Cool thanks for the info I may well be giving you...

Cool thanks for the info I may well be giving you a shout about those parts. what is the condition of them like as I am trying to get near NOS or NOS parts for this build up.

Currently the bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-07, 02:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,036
Posted By Gonzo

I don't know much about these to makes as I am...

I don't know much about these to makes as I am still very new to all this. Does anybody have vintage catalogue pages identifying the parts as it seems the names didn't change year on year and I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-07, 03:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,036
Posted By Gonzo

advice on period Stems and Bars

So I am getting through aquiring parts to build up my 74 Ron Kitching frame to the very best it could have been in 1974 and I was looking for some advice on what would be a great stem and set of bars...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-07, 02:23 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,322
Posted By Gonzo

So I found the thread made by DD and decided to...

So I found the thread made by DD and decided to send out my requirement to JR. At the very worst I will get an extra set if Mike does come through for me. As a point of interest I have attached an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,322
Posted By Gonzo

So what is up with Mike? Should I be holding out...

So what is up with Mike? Should I be holding out for my decals? He told me about a month and a half ago that he had problems with his printer but he also said my decals would be with him tomorrow and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-07, 03:24 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 9,322
Posted By Gonzo

Cool to know there is somebody else out there. I...

Cool to know there is somebody else out there. I am still holding out faith that Mike wil get my decals out to me ( its only been since march so not major panicked yet) but if Mike is having problems...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-07, 12:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,452
Posted By Gonzo

My wife would not have been happy if that had...

My wife would not have been happy if that had happened to me. She is alwasy shocked how I seem to be able to build up stuff even when trying to throw things away.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-07, 03:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

Right. I have worked out that the bike is...

Right. I have worked out that the bike is curretly on 700c wheels as I have just been given a pair of Ambrosio Montreal olympic sew up (28hole) rims (this will also mean that I need to get the long...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-07, 03:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

I know that tubulars would be right for the time...

I know that tubulars would be right for the time but so would some of the clinchers. I am commited to finding correct date parts and it is not my concern that tubulars are inferior but they do offer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-07, 04:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

I have been discussing wheel size in another...

I have been discussing wheel size in another thread I started but after looking for a number of these rims I am finding that rim sizes for that era are 700c. I thought that 27" was the size to look...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-07, 12:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

I am strugling to find any rims from the 70s...

I am strugling to find any rims from the 70s currently ebay seems to having nothing. Are there any stores that specialize in vintage parts and vintage wheel building. Although I am in the UK I know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-07, 12:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

I guess my issue is that I want to use the bike...

I guess my issue is that I want to use the bike at least once a week and although I want very original I don't want the added fuss of sew ups, as I wont have a spares truck travelling with me on my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-07, 11:17 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

So what where the very best 27" clincher rims...

So what where the very best 27" clincher rims that money could buy in 1974?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Am I right in thinking vpiuva that you know that...

Am I right in thinking vpiuva that you know that these rims are 700c's?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-07, 01:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Based on my either one nore the other measurement...

Based on my either one nore the other measurement and sew up tire size of 19" do you reckon that the wheels I have are 700c? because depending on how I place the tape measure I am reading both 630mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-07, 11:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

On removing the front wheel I can confirm the...

On removing the front wheel I can confirm the tire is a "tubular" type its all covered in what looks and feels like tar. the tire is branded Vitoria Special Pro 19" and on measuring across the wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-07, 03:08 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Will that still work if the wheels are not the...

Will that still work if the wheels are not the types that run tubes and tires? The rim make is Super Competition Champion.

Cheers Rich
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 06:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

If it was only as simple as looking for the label...

If it was only as simple as looking for the label but I have a feeling its a job for a tape measure.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 05:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Cool, that all makes sence. I will however be...

Cool, that all makes sence. I will however be fitting on some 27"ers as I am trying for as original as possible. I have a feeling that it is a good idea to have a cheack as to what wheels the bike is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 05:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

The only info I got from the seller was that it...

The only info I got from the seller was that it was his uncles and that his uncle had ordered a custom sized frame for his entry into the 1974 milk race. The drop outs are Campagnolo if that gives...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 04:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Should I be checking wheel size when considering...

Should I be checking wheel size when considering this also?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 04:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

As requested. Here is the only pic I have...

As requested. Here is the only pic I have currently. I used it to get some new decals made from, for the Ron Kit bits and the Vitus badges.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 03:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

Good to know about the Ti failures. I do want to...

Good to know about the Ti failures. I do want to use the bike when complete. I have also been looking to get one of those catalogues maybe now is teh time to invest.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 03:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

So with the Hubs picked out as: 4011 Super...

So with the Hubs picked out as:

4011 Super Record large f lange quick release road hubs with
Titanium spindle (front width 100 rnm. - rear width 120 mm., flanges with 36 holes, thread 0 35 x...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 02:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

Yep you are right. The shifters are the same for...

Yep you are right. The shifters are the same for both SR and R however the hubs are different so it must be the titanium parts
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 02:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

Would "super" be mentioned on these titanium hubs...

Would "super" be mentioned on these titanium hubs or will I need to start looking for a boxed NOS set from a trustorthy seller. Also while I am on this same parts issue. Can you guys confirm any...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 02:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

The number 17 Campagnolo catalogue shows hubs...

The number 17 Campagnolo catalogue shows hubs under the super record section and under the record section are all both the same? Sorry for what may be a dumb question.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 02:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Currently the bike features Weinmann 500...

Currently the bike features Weinmann 500 calipers. I am measures the distance at about 50mm maybe 55mm. I want to get a set of short reach Campy super records from that period but I think they are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-07, 02:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,839
Posted By Gonzo

Best wheels for a 1974 racer

I am currently putting back together my 1974 Ron Kicthing racer and and aquiring all the nice Campy super record parts from around that time however wheels from this period are still a bit of a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-07, 04:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

cheers mate. that has cleared this one up for me....

cheers mate. that has cleared this one up for me. Curiously, is short or long reach better? or does that vary based on application and requirment?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-07, 02:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,241
Posted By Gonzo

Short or long reach brakes? Newbie help

Hello all. Its my first post here and as you might guess from the question I am still pretty new to bike restoration and also the world of racing bikes

Basically I am looking to buy some vintage...
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