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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-17, 11:03 AM
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Posted By ratfink76

I think it is because of the angle of the photo,...

I think it is because of the angle of the photo, but mostly because of the headset being trashed and the fork tube not being straight in the headtube...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-17, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

So the original purchase was inexpensive because...

So the original purchase was inexpensive because the rear axle nuts had come so loose the bearings had fallen out so the rear wheel was just a wobbly mess... and as mentioned the headset was not in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-17, 04:24 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Where's the "LIKE" button? This is one sweet...

Where's the "LIKE" button? This is one sweet build...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-17, 08:17 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I'm using a 1" threadless carbon fork on what I...

I'm using a 1" threadless carbon fork on what I think is a 1980 PFN10E with Vitus 172 tubing. My research showed that in the early 80's Peugeot was moving from French threading to English to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-17, 09:18 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Looking forward to seeing this one!!

Looking forward to seeing this one!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-17, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I second that motion!!

I second that motion!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-17, 08:23 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

My stem is from Velo Orange...

My stem is from Velo Orange (http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/components/stems/threadless-stems/vo-tall-stack-threadless-stem-31-8-rise.html) - it is a 1 1/8 but I used a shim to fit it the 1"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-17, 08:21 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Sirius1 - mine is a 1981 as well but I bought it...

Sirius1 - mine is a 1981 as well but I bought it recently from an older gent who no longer rides. I found that the orange from Jagwire cables was a good match as well as the orange from a vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-17, 09:51 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Your post is awesome because as I looked at the...

Your post is awesome because as I looked at the first pic the FIRST thing I thought of was all that pretty black in the grouppo, the stem, seatpost... and that GLEAMING chrome fork... while pretty by...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-16, 09:08 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Lascauxcaveman, personally I think that the...

Lascauxcaveman, personally I think that the crank, stem and seatpost should all be one color - but in your case the crank is both black/silver so the mix of the stem (black stem & silver bars) and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-16, 11:27 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

greg3rd48 That is an awesome compliment - thank...

greg3rd48 That is an awesome compliment - thank you!

Your Fuji looks bada$$ also!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-16, 12:11 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

It is powder coat, called electric rose.. done by...

It is powder coat, called electric rose.. done by the prior owner of the frame/fork.

I just texted him pics of the finished build and he wants to buy it back now! LOL
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-16, 11:03 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

1987 Bertoni Corsa Mondiale with: -Current...

1987 Bertoni Corsa Mondiale with:

-Current generation Shimano 105 (Levers, brakes, FD and RD - and hubs!)
-Jagwire cables in black
-KMC chain in gold
-Miche Supertype 27.2 seatpost
-1986 Selle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-16, 08:00 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I like your style! Both of these look like they...

I like your style! Both of these look like they could have left the factory just now if those frames were still in production. Well played!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-16, 02:02 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I was JUST going to say the same thing! I helped...

I was JUST going to say the same thing! I helped a buddy move and he gave me a gold Miche Supertype in 27.0 and I never came across a bike frame I wanted to keep in that size so I let it go on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 02:18 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I like your style!!

I like your style!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-16, 08:19 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I think when the bike has white panels or white...

I think when the bike has white panels or white lettering - the white cables look classy... I like it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-16, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Thanks! A few of my bike buddies say it is my...

Thanks! A few of my bike buddies say it is my best build yet. Rides great also!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-16, 07:51 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Finally complete... bought the frame nearly a...

Finally complete... bought the frame nearly a year ago and have been collecting parts...

1986 Bertoni Specialissima in original paint. First gen Shimano 105 Brifter grouppo (crank set was toast...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-16, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I would usually want to match saddle with bar...

I would usually want to match saddle with bar tape - but in this case the saddle seems to match well with the brake hoods and the bar tape with the sidewalls of the tires - so it looks very nice.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-16, 09:14 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Funny you ask because when riding it I was...

Funny you ask because when riding it I was thinking about commenting on it!! The Sora definitely is not 'crisp' shifting, there is a slight delay. BUT - it is nearly plug and play - meaning I had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-16, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Now back to back Peugeots! Love the wheelset on...

Now back to back Peugeots! Love the wheelset on yours..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-16, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

1980 Peugeot Course (PFN10E) with Vitus 172...

1980 Peugeot Course (PFN10E) with Vitus 172 tubing. Updated with Shimano wheels, Sora brifters, 105 RD, Sora triple FD, triple crankset, new Jagwire cables (in orange trying to match the paint...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-16, 12:23 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Loving the Light blue with Dark blue panels. ...

Loving the Light blue with Dark blue panels. Very nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-15, 03:21 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

The first build of this bike is on Page 176 of...

The first build of this bike is on Page 176 of this same thread.. the Ultegra triple Group sold - but I loved the ride of the frame I could not wait so I built it with what I had...

1985 Zeus...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-15, 02:16 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

NICE BUILD. Bikes like this make me wish this...

NICE BUILD. Bikes like this make me wish this site had a "like" button on each post like FaceBook.... but I would probably be pressing it ALL THE TIME on the C&V stuff..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-15, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

This is a classy looking build - I would not have...

This is a classy looking build - I would not have gone with the centerpulls but you "pulled" it off nicely!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-15, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

reshp1 - first this is a great build! The small...

reshp1 - first this is a great build! The small black accents on the saddle pick up the black tape holding the bar tape, and the black hoods on the levers. Also the white panels on the frame with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-15, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Great choice of bar tape/saddle - keeps the...

Great choice of bar tape/saddle - keeps the vintage appeal of the bike! Great build...!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-15, 08:07 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

This is a great looking build...!

This is a great looking build...!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-15, 08:28 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I like that splash of green that the tires add in...

I like that splash of green that the tires add in - maybe those are just the only tires you had on hand, or you bought them specific for this bike - either way it works and looks nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-15, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I like both versions... The Campy version with...

I like both versions... The Campy version with the wide tires looks like an urban curb jumper. Great build and rebuild!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-15, 09:23 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

1985 Zeus Victoria just built up with Utlegra -...

1985 Zeus Victoria just built up with Utlegra - the group is a triple but I don't have a thin wall 15mm to get the Zeus crank arms off yet so I am running a Dura-Ace FD until I can get the triple...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-14, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I second and third the agreement. I think it is...

I second and third the agreement. I think it is partially the decal-less state of it... but it is very understated and sophisticated looking.. great build!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-14, 04:53 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I like how you matched white cables with the...

I like how you matched white cables with the white lettering on the frame - looks really great!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-14, 10:27 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Yes! That is the same process I used and 20-30...

Yes! That is the same process I used and 20-30 mins later with one side of one rim done I was frustrated! Now that I am not using those Vuelta rims on the Bottecchia I have time to get the rest of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-14, 09:07 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Super nice... as much as I like the "Behind the...

Super nice... as much as I like the "Behind the front fork hipster brake look" - I really like the red brakes which match the little bits of red throughout the bike...

Looks fast just sitting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-14, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

I like that you took the color scheme and ran...

I like that you took the color scheme and ran with it! It really looks nicely done... good job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-14, 09:39 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Do you have pics of these bikes on the forum...

Do you have pics of these bikes on the forum anywhere? I see the google search images and they look kool as heck!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-14, 04:18 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Bres dad: Read your post and walked out to my...

Bres dad: Read your post and walked out to my garage and yeah, its confirmed - looks really good in my garage!

While I would really enjoy to outfit the Bottecchia with full Campy... right now it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-14, 07:57 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

In the 90's I rode a Panasonic DX-4000 and had to...

In the 90's I rode a Panasonic DX-4000 and had to part with it when I got married due to bills and lack of time to ride. Then in 2007 I worked from my bosses house and the new guy showed up on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-14, 03:36 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Your Denti turned out sweet! This thread is...

Your Denti turned out sweet! This thread is unreal - the only thing I struggle with about putting modern components on vintage bikes is so many modern wheels are plastered with stickers which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-14, 04:33 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Dizono, thanks for the comments on the Bottecchia...

Dizono, thanks for the comments on the Bottecchia - wish I could do it justice with photos like yours! Beautiful bikes also...!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-14, 09:01 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Finished it late last night and rode 22 miles...

Finished it late last night and rode 22 miles this morning around the house to test it out - fantastic riding bike... so enjoyable!

I still need to de-sticker the rims and then install the new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-14, 02:48 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Can't wait to see these pics! I am doing a...

Can't wait to see these pics!

I am doing a Tiagra brifter build as well, but this frame uses a braze on FD and I have an Ultegra one in the parts bin. 105 RD, Tri-Color crankset, Tetra brakes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-14, 08:02 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Got your PM but I am not to 50 posts yet so I...

Got your PM but I am not to 50 posts yet so I can't respond!! LOL

I can't believe you remember that prior build! It was a 55cm Team Fuji and this QA is a 57cm which is more my size... the Fuji...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-14, 07:38 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Thank you sir! Stage two might entail a carbon...

Thank you sir! Stage two might entail a carbon threadless fork and headset... so more mods might be in store..



Thank you! It is a killer ride!



Believe it or not it is just an Apex...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-14, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

This is a 1991/2 Quattro Assi. From the research...

This is a 1991/2 Quattro Assi. From the research I have done this frame was made in Italy by Tommasini for William Lewis Imports out of Texas.

I have a few C&V's so this one I wanted to do as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-14, 02:26 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Just finished - posted it in the Before and After...

Just finished - posted it in the Before and After section as well... sorry, but really enjoying this build. This is my frist time cold setting a rear triangle to accommodate 130mm spacing.

1984...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-14, 05:01 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,100,302
Posted By ratfink76

Here are pics of the one that 'got away' - a 1989...

Here are pics of the one that 'got away' - a 1989 Serotta Nova Special X with Campy Chorus except the levers were Record.

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I ran a newer front rim because...
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