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No pics, but an Expert just popped on on a relatively local CL. If it were my size I would have been there by now (saw it when it had been listed for 15 minutes and would have called right away). SOunds like a 54cm by the standover measurement.
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/bik...890578345.html
https://charlotte.craigslist.org/bik...890578345.html
Centurion Bike Dave Scott - $75 (Spartanburg SC 29307)
"Expert Iron Man Dave Scott" Centurion bicycle. 1980's. Red. Ready to ride. Needs tires. Gears work well, so do brakes. Shimano 105 brakes, crank, derailleurs. Drop handle bars. Road bike, 1980's. $75. I don't know bikes; took this on a trade. Need to sell. Stand over height is 31.5 inches. Camera not working today. Call Dennis xxxxxxxxxxx. Spartanburg off Drayton Road.
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Originally Posted by Vintage_CyclistAnother one of the Summertime Blues IM's has surfaced in Texas. 61cm
Heads up on this bike, I actually purchased it on eBay a few weeks ago. The seller is definitely aware that it can be shipped cheaper because he fit it in a pretty small box that was only $42 via bike flights (I know because I sent it back)
The top tube dent occured in shipping to me because the seller packed it with the stem hanging around the TT in that spot.
The bike was shipped bike flights via UPS and the box was crushed badly on the non drive side. The seat stay was bent but not enough to show well in photos. The seat post and seat were packed next to the seatstay which likely contributed to the damage. The rear wheel was also pretty badly out of true. The bike had obviously taken a big hit or heavy weight to left rear during shipping. Being unsure of the extent of the damage to the rear and with the top tube dent I decided to send it back.
I was also disappointed in the condition considering it was described as pristine in the original listing. It wasn't bad but definitely not pristine, for example cable rub and rust under the brake cable on the top tube.
Heads up on this bike, I actually purchased it on eBay a few weeks ago. The seller is definitely aware that it can be shipped cheaper because he fit it in a pretty small box that was only $42 via bike flights (I know because I sent it back)
The top tube dent occured in shipping to me because the seller packed it with the stem hanging around the TT in that spot.
The bike was shipped bike flights via UPS and the box was crushed badly on the non drive side. The seat stay was bent but not enough to show well in photos. The seat post and seat were packed next to the seatstay which likely contributed to the damage. The rear wheel was also pretty badly out of true. The bike had obviously taken a big hit or heavy weight to left rear during shipping. Being unsure of the extent of the damage to the rear and with the top tube dent I decided to send it back.
I was also disappointed in the condition considering it was described as pristine in the original listing. It wasn't bad but definitely not pristine, for example cable rub and rust under the brake cable on the top tube.
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#6503
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@fleslider , how is the Zunow coming along ?
Still looking for a DuraAce Stem that wont break the bank. Any ways here is some pics of the frame disassembled and alot of the rust taken care of. still have a bunch to go.
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#6504
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Well its been slow going working on as i can getting the rust spots cleaned then @cinco and I will start working on touching it up. but work and other commitments have extended it.
Still looking for a DuraAce Stem that wont break the bank. Any ways here is some pics of the frame disassembled and alot of the rust taken care of. still have a bunch to go.
Still looking for a DuraAce Stem that wont break the bank. Any ways here is some pics of the frame disassembled and alot of the rust taken care of. still have a bunch to go.
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I know i really do want to ride it, but want to make sure it is done right. I think it deserves it. but yes the thought has crossed my mind to just build it up and ride it!
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Yeah, foot retention is a mixed bag of good and bad. Clipless systems can strain the knee with an unnatural twisting motion. Toe clips usually lack any float so unless it's set up perfectly the position can aggravate other problems.
Personally, whenever my knee twinges and doesn't clear up quickly I switch to platform pedals and comfortable shoes for a few rides until the problem clears up. I don't see any significant difference in my average speed. The only downside to platforms for me is sometimes I get foot arch cramps from pedaling hard with shoes that have too-soft soles. I should get some Five-Tens or proper MTB shoes.
Personally, whenever my knee twinges and doesn't clear up quickly I switch to platform pedals and comfortable shoes for a few rides until the problem clears up. I don't see any significant difference in my average speed. The only downside to platforms for me is sometimes I get foot arch cramps from pedaling hard with shoes that have too-soft soles. I should get some Five-Tens or proper MTB shoes.
MKS "sneaker" pedals (RMX)
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No. I decided to pass. I have a red one in storage and enough projects awaiting. Great deal, though.
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Congrats. Looks like a nice score.
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Thanks folks! A few things: it took most of the day to make the deal happen (calls, emails in spam folders, missed calls, other interested long distance buyers, etc), and it almost didn't until I told the seller that I could be there in an hour with cash in hand. I got the 'ok to come down' email while I was cutting the grass, so I stopped that and quickly got changed and headed out the door. It was just over an hour door to door. I gave it a quick once over, it looked acceptable, he also had a set of Shimano shoes 'with the little clips that fit in the pedals', so I got those too. They are falling apart, so I'll take the cleats off and scrap the shoes.
So in the ad, he gave the standover height as 31.5 inches, so I was initially looking at this as a parts and or flip/trade bike (since I thought it would be too small for me). I really have no idea where he was measuring that, or if the tires were flat when he did, but it's a 58 and darn, that's my size! Standover is 32 3/8".
There is considerable rust along the top of the top tube, so that will need to be addressed sooner than later. It is super filthy. Anyway, it's late, I'm tired, and tomorrow is one of the busiest days of the year for me, so I gotta get a shower and get to bed. More pics and details later. Oh, serial number is N7Axxxx.
So in the ad, he gave the standover height as 31.5 inches, so I was initially looking at this as a parts and or flip/trade bike (since I thought it would be too small for me). I really have no idea where he was measuring that, or if the tires were flat when he did, but it's a 58 and darn, that's my size! Standover is 32 3/8".
There is considerable rust along the top of the top tube, so that will need to be addressed sooner than later. It is super filthy. Anyway, it's late, I'm tired, and tomorrow is one of the busiest days of the year for me, so I gotta get a shower and get to bed. More pics and details later. Oh, serial number is N7Axxxx.
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Nice Score, now you have both models for 1987!
#6513
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Glad you fixed those beer bike flipped drops before the new pix. Every time I see flipped up drops I think of that guy down the street riding no-hands, 32 oz of beer in one hand, cigarette in the other. Gives me the shakes.
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Glad I passed. 58 is too big for me. I had a pristine Expert that size some years ago. Tried to make it fit, but felt like I was riding a giant. Enjoy!!!
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Which one would that be, my friend?
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Maybe a 52 ? What is it tex ? Friendly price .
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-D...cAAOSw-RJbOKLA
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-D...cAAOSw-RJbOKLA
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Maybe a 52 ? What is it tex ? Friendly price .
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-D...cAAOSw-RJbOKLA
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-D...cAAOSw-RJbOKLA
BTW my original gripshift for my Dura Ace 6 speed finally came in. Pics soon.
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Maybe a 52 ? What is it tex ? Friendly price .
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-D...cAAOSw-RJbOKLA
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-D...cAAOSw-RJbOKLA
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