Originally Posted by
Wildwood
Very classic.
How does it ride?
it rides so darn beautifully. Stopping power isn't what I'm used to from a modern bike but I'm adjusting and taking it nice and easy.
Originally Posted by
dedhed
Looking at the paint, decals,components, etc I'd agree the 71 date seems likely original.
Thanks! Yeah it basically had to be, I've done image searches for 1971 Humber sports and seen two other bikes with same color scheme and components. Just still mystified by the multiple serial number stamps, one of which seems to indicate an earlier vintage.
Originally Posted by
clubman
When you say lug, it sounds like the headset nut. Don't do that...just follow the above instructions to loosen the stem top nut, spray some lube, screw it out a half inch and then smack it back down with a mallet.
So...I have to confess here that when I responded on this I was talking about my seatpost, which I did pull out a decent amount without checking how much was left in the tube so my mind just went there. I realized my mistake right after I responded but was then locked out of posting again, or even editing my post, because of the 5 posts in 24 hours limit. So embarrassing.
I haven't touched the stem at all, but now that it's been suggested I certainly will to make sure it's safe.