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02-23-14, 09:57 AM
#601
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I have Jim Blackburn front racks.
From what I know of, there's 2 basic styles that mount to the fork dropouts. There's the single, center strut that mounts straight on to the fork crown- it' would mount behind caliper brakes.
Then there's what I refer to as the 'wrap around' rack. That goes around either side and mounts to the back of the fork crown. The hole in my fork crown is actually threaded, so I have my rack mounted with a screw threaded into the fork- otherwise a regular bolt would go through and thread on.
From what I know of, there's 2 basic styles that mount to the fork dropouts. There's the single, center strut that mounts straight on to the fork crown- it' would mount behind caliper brakes.
Then there's what I refer to as the 'wrap around' rack. That goes around either side and mounts to the back of the fork crown. The hole in my fork crown is actually threaded, so I have my rack mounted with a screw threaded into the fork- otherwise a regular bolt would go through and thread on.
02-23-14, 10:00 AM
#602
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Bikes: 1978 Trek TX700; 1978/79 Trek 736; 1984 Specialized Stumpjumper Sport; 1984 Schwinn Voyageur SP; 1985 Trek 620; 1985 Trek 720; 1986 Trek 400 Elance; 1987 Schwinn High Sierra; 1990 Miyata 1000LT
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Mine came with an aluminum spacer, but it wasn't big enough to clear the headset- I just got the nylon spacer at the hardware store.
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02-23-14, 10:03 AM
#603
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Thanks for the help. I'm out of town for a couple of weeks, but I'll be sure to post a picture when I get the rack mounted.
02-26-14, 07:31 PM
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Found this 1978 TX300 at an apartment complex and gave the original owner $50 for it. Add a Suntour 3X7 parts group from a freebie Specialized sirrus I picked up. Was building this up a my beater rain bike (yes it is really beat) but my son is moving out of the house so I am going to give it to him and keep looking for another Vintage Trek for the rain
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03-10-14, 09:48 AM
#606
Have bike, will travel
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I purchased the bike in December after my son sold his car and told me that he will use a bike and public transportation as his primary way of getting around Chicago. I have a feeling he will be using my car on date night, but that's a good plan as far as I'm concerned.
I found this Trek 400 in Milwaukee. It's very clean with only a few nicks in the paint. The wheels were shot, so I added a new pair from Velo Mine. I installed new cables, platform pedals and new Vittoria Rando Pro tires. It will get fenders and a rack soon. It has a smooth ride and is a good bike for the intended use.
Fitting a 700x32 tire to the rear of the bike was easy, however fitting the tire under the fork crown turned into minor project. The Vittoria tires are a nominal 700x32 size, but the tires are smaller, about 28.5mm wide on a Sun CR18 rim. Even so, I needed to file a little more than 1mm from the protruding steerer tube from the bottom of the fork crown, see: https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...nce?highlight=
I found this Trek 400 in Milwaukee. It's very clean with only a few nicks in the paint. The wheels were shot, so I added a new pair from Velo Mine. I installed new cables, platform pedals and new Vittoria Rando Pro tires. It will get fenders and a rack soon. It has a smooth ride and is a good bike for the intended use.
Fitting a 700x32 tire to the rear of the bike was easy, however fitting the tire under the fork crown turned into minor project. The Vittoria tires are a nominal 700x32 size, but the tires are smaller, about 28.5mm wide on a Sun CR18 rim. Even so, I needed to file a little more than 1mm from the protruding steerer tube from the bottom of the fork crown, see: https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...nce?highlight=
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
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03-10-14, 11:22 AM
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I found this Trek 400 in Milwaukee. It's very clean with only a few nicks in the paint. The wheels were shot, so I added a new pair from Velo Mine. I installed new cables, platform pedals and new Vittoria Rando Pro tires. It will get fenders and a rack soon. It has a smooth ride and is a good bike for the intended use.
I used to have one of those- it's a really great bike- and I actually REALLY liked the SR Ovaltech rings.
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03-10-14, 11:53 AM
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The Brakes are short-reach Shimano SL. I assume these are the same as Shimano 105, but the brakes just have the SL logo at the quick release.
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When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
When I ride my bike I feel free and happy and strong. I'm liberated from the usual nonsense of day to day life. Solid, dependable, silent, my bike is my horse, my fighter jet, my island, my friend. Together we will conquer that hill and thereafter the world.
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03-23-14, 11:06 PM
#610
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picked this up yesterday, 1983 Trek 730. Only 50
made in '83 in this size 22.5. Pretty good shape.
made in '83 in this size 22.5. Pretty good shape.
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03-24-14, 03:40 AM
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Here is a shot of my '85 460 sporting the front wheel of the new Vuelta set and getting ready for a "spring" ride.
03-24-14, 04:55 AM
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03-24-14, 05:34 PM
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Threw me off for a minute with the color and the 1983 brochure didn't list a 730. It appears Trek made 50 22.5" bikes and 25 24" bikes and that was it. Guy I bought it from said it was from the 90's, I knew it was early 80's. I agree Sedgemop, I've been wanting one for a while.
03-24-14, 06:19 PM
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03-24-14, 07:54 PM
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A recent eBay purchase. (in fact, these are the eBay photos, as I haven't taken any yet.) Not very old, and a mountain bike, so not as svelte as its road going cousins. This is an as new 1992 Trek 970 SingleTrack. The last year with lugged frames, the first year with the Ahead set thread less headset, and near the end of the US made frame. The bike still has its Trek tires, Trek saddle, and Trek tool bag. There's not even any scuffing where the cable guides rub on the head tube. I doubt this bike has more than a handful of miles on it.
Currently all apart getting cleaned, greased, and polished. I'm putting slicks on it, a shorter stem, and a VO Milan handlebar so I can reach it.
I also have a Craigslist 1995 Trek 830 Mountain Track beater with the purple fade paint.
Currently all apart getting cleaned, greased, and polished. I'm putting slicks on it, a shorter stem, and a VO Milan handlebar so I can reach it.
I also have a Craigslist 1995 Trek 830 Mountain Track beater with the purple fade paint.
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1992 Bridgestone RB-T
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1992 Bridgestone RB-T
1993 Trek 970 SingleTrack
Xtracycle conversion on 1997 KHS Summit X
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03-24-14, 08:35 PM
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I suppose I should take the opportunity to show off the newly re-set up 1985 Trek 620.
I did a Nitto Dirt Drop stem and 44cm Noodle bars. I used the Jagwire "titanium" housing for the shifters, but there wasn't enough brake housing, so that was done with the Jagwire grey. Still with the 6sp Command Shifters. I love those things.
Replaced the XC Pro RD with an XC Comp (Shimano 6sp FW) and the stock Sachs/Huret FD.
This is just an unruly cool bicycle that I'm really happy about.
I did a Nitto Dirt Drop stem and 44cm Noodle bars. I used the Jagwire "titanium" housing for the shifters, but there wasn't enough brake housing, so that was done with the Jagwire grey. Still with the 6sp Command Shifters. I love those things.
Replaced the XC Pro RD with an XC Comp (Shimano 6sp FW) and the stock Sachs/Huret FD.
This is just an unruly cool bicycle that I'm really happy about.
even though I am jealous..... :-) Cheers.
03-24-14, 10:37 PM
#620
Likes Steel and Lugs
03-25-14, 06:33 AM
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It's a fantastic bike- I've got a new set of tires on the way and I'm looking forward to a lot more riding this year.
What did you end up getting?
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03-25-14, 09:47 AM
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I have the same (non-canti) bike in the same size I believe.
But mine was not sprayed with the fine color of yours, but rather the drab army green.
What kind of hubs came with the wheel set?
Yes, post a better drive side photo when you can.
Congrats.
03-26-14, 07:54 AM
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Thank you, will post better pics soon.
03-26-14, 10:23 AM
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Just an updated pic since I took the one above. And please disregard the dirt, I haven't been able to wash it because the hose is still frozen. Hopefully this weekend I will! And soon it will be getting a new BB since this one I knew had a cracked race when I pulled it apart last year and is now clicking.
Since originally posting this I have about 400ish miles on it. Took it this past weekend out for a ride and road some abandoned railway areas and took it through some mud. The Conti Double Fighter IIs held well but slipped. I am probably going to get a second set of rims for when I know I will be going off road. Since the original picture it has the brifters installed, Deda 250 compact drop bar, the blinding Magicshine 808E, a rear fender and a homemade front one (that I recently took off due to it soaking my feet with all the water it was blocking from my face).
03-26-14, 10:29 AM
#625
Still learning
My two scores this week have been from the big auction site, rather than CL. Here is one of them, 1994 Trek 2200 Carbon, Campagnolo Veloce. Also, as a regional service tech for Mich. Cat, he was headed out my way, which saved me at least 60-70 miles of driving. 
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