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07-08-12, 10:38 AM
#8251
Still learning
Bill,
I agree, but I do have this thing for tarnished metallic objects! While not exactly a garage sale find, (craigslist what else?), similar bike reconditioning techniques like knowing how to clean metallic bits, where to get parts cost effectively, and prior wrenching experience allowed me to acquire this Viking Range, all in including new parts, for about 10 cents on the dollar for a new one. This range looked like the homeowners never cleaned it. Putting the drip pans in a self cleaning oven took care of the baked on grease. Already put in new igniters, a spark module, and just need to change the propane orifices to NG.
Of course, if cruising in my Mini Cooper S, it's hard to bring stuff like this home!
I agree, but I do have this thing for tarnished metallic objects! While not exactly a garage sale find, (craigslist what else?), similar bike reconditioning techniques like knowing how to clean metallic bits, where to get parts cost effectively, and prior wrenching experience allowed me to acquire this Viking Range, all in including new parts, for about 10 cents on the dollar for a new one. This range looked like the homeowners never cleaned it. Putting the drip pans in a self cleaning oven took care of the baked on grease. Already put in new igniters, a spark module, and just need to change the propane orifices to NG.
Of course, if cruising in my Mini Cooper S, it's hard to bring stuff like this home!
07-08-12, 07:57 PM
#8252
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Terrific score on that Viking stove, WOW!
Yes, once you start looking for deals, its amazing what you will find, most often, it will not be bike related. Found a bag of oak outlet cover plates, with brass screws, at the pound store today (overflow from the Goodwill, everything sells for $1.10 a pound). Needed three of them for outlets in my hardwood floor, instant improvement. Cost me less than 20 cents. Also found 3 cashmere sweaters (they will go to ebay), and a lot of other stuff. Also picked up a commercial grade clothing rack for my wife's clothing business. No bikes of course.
Recycling is cool!
Yes, once you start looking for deals, its amazing what you will find, most often, it will not be bike related. Found a bag of oak outlet cover plates, with brass screws, at the pound store today (overflow from the Goodwill, everything sells for $1.10 a pound). Needed three of them for outlets in my hardwood floor, instant improvement. Cost me less than 20 cents. Also found 3 cashmere sweaters (they will go to ebay), and a lot of other stuff. Also picked up a commercial grade clothing rack for my wife's clothing business. No bikes of course.
Recycling is cool!
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Please don't confuse ebay "asking" prices with "selling" prices. Many sellers never get their ask price. some are far from it. Value is determined once an item actually SELLS. Its easy enough to check SOLD prices.
07-08-12, 09:11 PM
#8253
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Bill,
I agree, but I do have this thing for tarnished metallic objects! While not exactly a garage sale find, (craigslist what else?), similar bike reconditioning techniques like knowing how to clean metallic bits, where to get parts cost effectively, and prior wrenching experience allowed me to acquire this Viking Range, all in including new parts, for about 10 cents on the dollar for a new one. This range looked like the homeowners never cleaned it. Putting the drip pans in a self cleaning oven took care of the baked on grease. Already put in new igniters, a spark module, and just need to change the propane orifices to NG.
Of course, if cruising in my Mini Cooper S, it's hard to bring stuff like this home!
I agree, but I do have this thing for tarnished metallic objects! While not exactly a garage sale find, (craigslist what else?), similar bike reconditioning techniques like knowing how to clean metallic bits, where to get parts cost effectively, and prior wrenching experience allowed me to acquire this Viking Range, all in including new parts, for about 10 cents on the dollar for a new one. This range looked like the homeowners never cleaned it. Putting the drip pans in a self cleaning oven took care of the baked on grease. Already put in new igniters, a spark module, and just need to change the propane orifices to NG.
Of course, if cruising in my Mini Cooper S, it's hard to bring stuff like this home!
Awesome score. I keep my eyes peeled for one even though it will be a few years before I buy a house. I prioritize a nice kitchen over bike storage/workshop hands down. And I like that you refer to your car as a "Mini Cooper S"... A good friend of mine's father has one and she told us that when he bought it, he told her "...and when you tell your friends what I bought, make sure to tell them it's the "S" so they don't think I'm a Patsy".
07-09-12, 06:16 PM
#8254
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There is a 6 burner on the cape for $1200, very clean, but the add is 2+ weeks old.
https://capecod.craigslist.org/app/3100961608.html
https://capecod.craigslist.org/app/3100961608.html
07-09-12, 09:47 PM
#8255
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Picked up this beauty from the original owner, who at 70 decided he wasn't going to ride it anymore. As usual, he was a very interesting fellow and we spent about an hour chatting. It's always great fun to hang out with other bike nuts!
07-09-12, 11:50 PM
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07-10-12, 09:26 AM
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07-10-12, 06:43 PM
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I like the Alpina Pro. Almost bought one back in '91 but purchased a Trek 970 instead.
Well, I picked up three bikes this afternoon. Two may end up as keepers, and I might be parting out the Raleigh. I have to see what the panto parts can bring.
1992 Paramount Series 5, 1988 Univega Alpina Pro, and who knows what year Raleigh Super Grand Prix.
Gotta love the Paramount came with two Paramount logo bottle holders.
1992 Paramount Series 5, 1988 Univega Alpina Pro, and who knows what year Raleigh Super Grand Prix.
Gotta love the Paramount came with two Paramount logo bottle holders.
07-15-12, 10:15 AM
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Stopped by the LBS on Friday the 13th looking for an upgrade for my 13-year-old Nephew. He is really digging riding now and the 1980 24" Schwinn youth Varsity (Sprint) is now a little small.
So I quiz the manager and he shows me this 1983 Nishiki Olympic 12 that he traded for that morning. WOW! It is brand new! There is not one single scratch on the paint. I just can't believe how perfect it is. Must have hung in a garage all these years?
He asked me if I wanted it as-is for $100.00 and I jumped on it.
The original tires were thread-bare but I had an almost new set of 27" Bonetragers. (Yes, I know I didn't get the label aligned with the valve stem on the front wheel)
I switched the stem out for a shorter one and moved the DT shifters up to the stem as this is what he is used to and likes. I changed-out the pedals as he is not ready yet for toe clips and straps. He still prefers pedals that are the same on both sides. Added a kick-stand as well.
Did the complete service and re-wrapped the bars as the cloth tape was also in tatters.
So I quiz the manager and he shows me this 1983 Nishiki Olympic 12 that he traded for that morning. WOW! It is brand new! There is not one single scratch on the paint. I just can't believe how perfect it is. Must have hung in a garage all these years?
He asked me if I wanted it as-is for $100.00 and I jumped on it.
The original tires were thread-bare but I had an almost new set of 27" Bonetragers. (Yes, I know I didn't get the label aligned with the valve stem on the front wheel)
I switched the stem out for a shorter one and moved the DT shifters up to the stem as this is what he is used to and likes. I changed-out the pedals as he is not ready yet for toe clips and straps. He still prefers pedals that are the same on both sides. Added a kick-stand as well.
Did the complete service and re-wrapped the bars as the cloth tape was also in tatters.
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07-15-12, 01:31 PM
#8261
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I switched the stem out for a shorter one and moved the DT shifters up the the stem as this is what he is used to and likes. I changed-out the pedals as he is not ready yet for toe clips and straps. He still prefers pedals that are the same on both sides. Added a kick-stand as well.
07-15-12, 04:25 PM
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a little newish and different for here (98-01) but it is cool
Floval flyer with phil hubs and Magura rim crushers
(please excuse the iPhone pics)
Floval flyer with phil hubs and Magura rim crushers
(please excuse the iPhone pics)
07-15-12, 04:55 PM
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Nice little bike! I have had to study up on these bikes! Usually I'll find groups of old bikes in basements, garages and such. If the racing bikes are mid to upper level you have to assume that maybe the BMX type bike might also be of a little higher quality! With the large "flipper" market here on the Cape there is also the possibilty that someone unknowingly picked up a decent older BMX,MTB bike, maybe at a yard sale or such! Bike gets a flat tire and is thrown in the corner for years! I do pest control, so, I may be the only person going into that cluttered basement or garage in a long time! Every day or so is Christmas!
07-15-12, 06:10 PM
#8264
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I got the ZebraKenko yesterday. The steel wheels are surpisingly light. I dig the headtube badge. Unfortunately, these are the before cleanup pics - she looks 100% better already.
I picked up a Raleigh Sprite today for trade that my wife took a liking to. I'm happy if she decides to ride. I'll post soon - the Sprite is a beautiful red color w/fenders.
I picked up a Raleigh Sprite today for trade that my wife took a liking to. I'm happy if she decides to ride. I'll post soon - the Sprite is a beautiful red color w/fenders.
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See my Hyperlite 411 it's the photo model on OutRiderUSA web page
See my Hyperlite 411 it's the photo model on OutRiderUSA web page
07-18-12, 12:00 PM
#8265
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Flea Market find, this morning. 1983 GT BMX with ACS mag wheels, chrome, appears all original. and other than some roached front fork stickers, in very nice shape. $80.00 destined to be flipped to finance my bontrager BMX fetish, and classic road bike fetish
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07-18-12, 01:25 PM
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Well that flipped nicely and quickly, sold within 45 minutes of being on craigslist.
07-18-12, 04:32 PM
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Must be BMX week, picked up an older Freeagent on Sunday. Lightest 20" bike I've had dealings with.
07-19-12, 08:31 AM
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Neighbor down the street had this on his front porch for more than twenty years. Haven't done the research yet, so no idea of the year, but it is a Raleigh Technium HEAT with composite (glued?) lug construction. The image of the saddle is an indication of the exposure to the elements. The tires were gum-wall and the side walls were just threads in tatters.
He came over last week and offered it to me for free. The seat post was not seized all the parts rotate, the chain is a little tight. Shifter cables are pretty tight but do move the derailleurs. Going to take it completely apart this week and see how it goes. He told me that he did not ride it very much and that it was very expensive when new.
The seat post in the photo is after I glass-beaded it. It was pretty corroded but did come out without much effort.
He came over last week and offered it to me for free. The seat post was not seized all the parts rotate, the chain is a little tight. Shifter cables are pretty tight but do move the derailleurs. Going to take it completely apart this week and see how it goes. He told me that he did not ride it very much and that it was very expensive when new.
The seat post in the photo is after I glass-beaded it. It was pretty corroded but did come out without much effort.
07-19-12, 04:38 PM
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I love the seat, kind of funky looking.
07-19-12, 05:35 PM
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07-21-12, 05:37 PM
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The Raliegh ws found by my father on trash day. Has every accessory the bike shop carried, including an early computer. The magnetic switch is missing, so no function. The generator light appears to work. Doubt the bike has 20 miles on it. It's made in Japan and it's not just a steel frame, but a Hi-tensile steel frame. None of that cheap cro-moly fer me.
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07-21-12, 05:49 PM
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07-21-12, 06:04 PM
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The Raliegh ws found by my father on trash day. Has every accessory the bike shop carried, including an early computer. The magnetic switch is missing, so no function. The generator light appears to work. Doubt the bike has 20 miles on it. It's made in Japan and it's not just a steel frame, but a Hi-tensile steel frame. None of that cheap cro-moly fer me.
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