markwesti

can't help you with the comput stuff , but I got a pair of these and i really like them they are spring loaded .
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Sunlite-Aer...0AAOxyTMdTOwI1

rccardr 

Those hoods look pretty far gone, and do not believe that there are replacements out there that will fit. Shimano R400 and R600 levers can be found on eBay and they are fairly contemporary, black, and will work with your calipers. Same with several models of Tektro lever.

markwesti

I wouldn't be to bummed out if it was not there 3speedslow . i have the same 600 cup on my 86' IM , my wrap around got a big tail on it , it made noise in the wind , it mocked me . I pulled it off and properly disposed of it , but now i wish i would have glued it back on .

fleslider 

I agree with the good Dr, some newer levers would be the thing, I have a bike with the Tektro levers I do like running them as they are wider than the GPX levers so if your riding on the hoods they are a bit more comfy! And they are easier to use on the hoods to brake.

RobbieTunes

Finding replacement hoods is very difficult, and I know of none that fit worth a darn.

Cleaning-wise, the "magic eraser" cleaner, with simple dish detergent, works fairly well. As others have said, they can clean up with harsher chemicals, but will remain sticky. I've treated clean but sticky hoods with Armor-all, with limited success, but it's just chemical on top of chemical.

Easier to find replacement levers/hoods, sometimes available on eBay, but stay clear of the "NOS" high-priced vendors. Some of the "NOS" levers have the grey hoods, which seem to be easier to clean.

Again, per others, much easier to go with something like Soma or Tektro or TRP or even some nice Shimano BL400's if you can find them. Budget-wise, even easier to find a set of 105 levers/hoods, DiaCompe's, or Modolos.

If the hoods are not torn, I'm always game for a set of levers/hoods. "Saving" them is a nice little project that gets my mind off of other things.

3speedslow

Thanks Mark! I really don't think it is there. It will match the hubs then. Both have the black band missing. I might get some black tape and just wrap it all back down the road. Too much picky detail right now. Really just want to do a temp build and ride it alittle before striping. Have to decide between paint, powder oat and colour.

I have the same problem with the 600 EX group on my 87 Super Sport.

RobbieTunes

When mine came off, I simply masked off the edges of the cup, painted the groove black all around.

RobbieTunes

Many Garmin models will bluetooth with your smart phone, especially the newer compact models with 2-digit model numbers.

The Varia lighting system will also bluetooth with your smart phone, adjust the headlight automatically for speed, time of day, and light conditions. I believe the newer taillight systems will incorporate the rear-facing radar that Garmin offers, as well.

Probably a little much for an Ironman, but my experience with Garmin is good, for what it's worth.

markwesti

3speedslow , when you get to the point of final finish how a bout' documenting it here ? Not many IM's get a full on re paint .

3speedslow

You want naked frame pics don't ya!

3speedslow

The 700c wheel set got fresh grease. Everything was good in there but was on the verge of heat burn. Hubs HB 6207 JJ

Freewheel 6 speed 12-24 6208

Rim strips are velox 16mm which look too big. Any one see smaller strips in theirs?

texaspandj

Not a "Summertime blues" but a just as Cool "smoke on the water". Is that 7 speed 105? What are your plans?

texaspandj

Does anyone ever say no to that?

Vintage_Cyclist

If you're going to repaint and strip the frame naked, you might think about spreading those stays and putting a longer axle in there!

3speedslow

I'm not tracking too well. Who repainted a frame then strips it? Why would I spread the stays and put a longer axle on it?

canklecat

I think I put 12mm Velox in my '89 Ironman's Araya CTL-370 rims. Been a few months so I may be disremembering. The original rim tape was thinner but wider and interfered with seating the bead on the 700x23 Schwalbe One V-Guard folders I switched to. The original no-name plastic strip was so thin it wasn't protecting the tubes from extruding through the tape under pressure and threatening to split at the end of every dimpled spot.

No problems with the narrower but thicker cloth tape, just wide enough to cover the nipple holes. The one time I've had the tire off for a patch or tube swap the tube looked fine, so the cloth tape appears to support the tube well enough. Just enough adhesive to keep it from shifting.

IIRC, the theory behind Schwalbe's thin but wide rim strip is to be sure the strip can't shift and expose the nipple holes.

3speedslow

Thanks, I see what my LBS has or get some ordered.

3speedslow

Going to tackle the painted crankset next.

3speedslow

Since a lot of the Ironman came equipped with Shimano 600 parts, do any of you have a brake used for parts? I need a cable adjuster for the rear brake.

We could trade a bit for a bob. LMK!

rccardr 

I've moved completely away from Velox tape- in fact, any cloth tape. Seen too many rims with rusted inner eyelets from tape that got wet and never really dried. Now I use two wraps of Captan tape- inexpensive, ages well, easy to remove, very pliable, and makes it much easier to mount tires.

3speedslow

I'm not familiar or heard of captan tape. In stores or internet ordered?

rccardr 

Captan tape is mostly used in electrical device manufacturing. I get mine from eBay in 17mm width for about $5-7 per roll; one roll is good for about 8-10 wheels.

I always sleep better at night knowing the dielectric value of my rim tape...

texaspandj

Google kapton tape.

RobbieTunes

Does your granddaughter know about this geek issue?

3speedslow

It was way easier for the LBS to order a 2 pk of 10mm Velox tape. Done.