Scored a '88 Cannondale ST400 touring bike!
07-17-13, 07:27 PM
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Scored a '88 Cannondale ST400 touring bike!
A few weeks ago I scored a nice old Cannondale at an estate sale. Knowing little about older Cannondales I didn't know what it was when I walked up on it but it looked to be my size.. I'd been on the lookout for a decent road or touring bike so I gave it a once over. First I noticed the DT shifters and the dual fender eyelets on the front & rear. Then the mid fork bosses. My excitement was quickly building. These are the exact features I've been searching for. Then the 27" wheels threw me off (Bummer). The wheels along with the threaded fork made me realize it was older than my initial impression. I started checking out the components next. Suntour Accushift front, rear, and shifters plus Diacomp brake calipers and non aero levers (Not too impressive.) I checked every inch of the frame for damage or signs of neglect/abuse. Tires were newer. Overall everything looked great. The seller said the owner bought it new and she didn't ride it much. I looked it over 3 or 4 times all the while my mind racing back and fourth about how I'd want to set it up and what that would entail. Meanwhile others are starting to notice it, and stand by hoping I look away so they could scoop it up from under me. All this time I hadn't noticed the price tag as it'd been flipped around so I couldn't see the price on the other side. I flipped it around and... "bicycle $125". I couldn't get to the checkout line fast enough.
About 3 days and $40 later I found a Diamondback Expert with 700c Ultegra/Open Pro Wheels, Ultegra 8spd bar end shifters, and dual pivot brakes. The seat post was seized REAL bad so it became the perfect donor. I only had one 700c tire so the front still has the original 27" wheel and tire for now.
About 3 days and $40 later I found a Diamondback Expert with 700c Ultegra/Open Pro Wheels, Ultegra 8spd bar end shifters, and dual pivot brakes. The seat post was seized REAL bad so it became the perfect donor. I only had one 700c tire so the front still has the original 27" wheel and tire for now.
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07-17-13, 07:31 PM
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You lucky dog! Enjoy the ride. Old C'dale frames are insanely durable.
07-17-13, 07:36 PM
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Mr. Embry, The caliper braked STs are becoming pretty popular, primarily in the larger sizes and generally command a small premium over the SRs. Good find.
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07-17-13, 07:37 PM
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Thanks. As soon as Flickr starts working again I'll post the other photos.
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For gods sake be careful with those plastic top tube cable guides. They're next to impossible to find. Mine were solid when I installed new housing, I was super careful and didn't break any. One month later and two are broken just from the stiff housing putting pressure on them.
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Originally Posted by cehowardGS
Great Score.. 
BTW, aren't those brake levers hood supposed to be aero? That is a late 80s Cannondale, isn't it?
BTW, aren't those brake levers hood supposed to be aero? That is a late 80s Cannondale, isn't it?
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Originally Posted by shoota
For gods sake be careful with those plastic top tube cable guides. They're next to impossible to find. Mine were solid when I installed new housing, I was super careful and didn't break any. One month later and two are broken just from the stiff housing putting pressure on them.
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Originally Posted by bradtx
Mr. Embry, The caliper braked STs are becoming pretty popular, primarily in the larger sizes and generally command a small premium over the SRs. Good find.
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07-18-13, 03:36 AM
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Originally Posted by bradtx
Mr. Embry, The caliper braked STs are becoming pretty popular, primarily in the larger sizes and generally command a small premium over the SRs. Good find.
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07-18-13, 04:00 AM
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Originally Posted by RobbieTunes
Yep, older Cannondales are the new "it" bikes around here.
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07-18-13, 08:54 AM
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Mr. Embry, If you want info specifically about the early STs, ask rccardr, he's restored several.
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What's wrong with 27" wheels?
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Originally Posted by The Golden Boy
What's wrong with 27" wheels?
I have two identical bikes here, sport-touring framesets, and the 27" is just as nice as the 700c conversion, and less trouble to build.
BTW, a local rider here is selling his ST400 frame/fork/headset w/triple Sugino crankset, DC calipers....$140 I think.
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Originally Posted by The Golden Boy
What's wrong with 27" wheels?
07-18-13, 04:37 PM
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Originally Posted by RobbieTunes
+1 especially for touring.
I have two identical bikes here, sport-touring framesets, and the 27" is just as nice as the 700c conversion, and less trouble to build.
I have two identical bikes here, sport-touring framesets, and the 27" is just as nice as the 700c conversion, and less trouble to build.
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i have to stop reading these posts. i want...need....another Cdale........
great buy!
great buy!
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pibber, You have the SRd to finish. 
That written, it was fun to have the R1000T project while the SR500 was in limbo, was is the keyword in this sentence.
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That written, it was fun to have the R1000T project while the SR500 was in limbo, was is the keyword in this sentence. Brad
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Brad, i know...but, i keep looking at bikes....well, i mean components. i will buy a bike for components if i have to. I'm trying to drag it out so I don't keep buying bikes this year. Your R1000 came out really nice, i must say. I hope i don't build an ugly bike 
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I Gorilla glued a cable guide back on. Still holding.
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Shoo Goo works, too. You just have to let it set up overnight before you run the cable through it again.
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Originally Posted by Pibber
Brad, i know...but, i keep looking at bikes....well, i mean components. i will buy a bike for components if i have to. I'm trying to drag it out so I don't keep buying bikes this year. Your R1000 came out really nice, i must say. I hope i don't build an ugly bike
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Originally Posted by Homebrew01
I Gorilla glued a cable guide back on. Still holding.
Originally Posted by rccardr
Shoo Goo works, too. You just have to let it set up overnight before you run the cable through it again.
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