What are you doing today(C&V bicycle related)?
11-03-18 | 04:39 PM
#951
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From: Olympic Peninsula, WA
Bikes: '8? Ciocc Mockba 80, '82 Ron Cooper, '84 Allez, '86 Tommasini Racing, '86? Klein Quantum, '87 Ciocc Designer 84, '95 Trek 5500, '98 Litespeed Classic, '98 S-Works Mtb, 2017 Storck TIX
Raining/drizzling all day in my neck of the woods, so I polished up one of the Mafac Racer calipers I was given a few days ago. 'Pleased with how it turned out. The weather forecast for tomorrow suggests more of the same, so I'll probably get after the other one.
FWIW, I used a small pneumatic die grinder with 3" diameter sanding pads to remove the nicks/scrapes and forging lines, then coarse & fine buffing wheels mounted on an old bench grinder. 'Took about 2 hours to complete what you see.
Dean
IMG_3071
FWIW, I used a small pneumatic die grinder with 3" diameter sanding pads to remove the nicks/scrapes and forging lines, then coarse & fine buffing wheels mounted on an old bench grinder. 'Took about 2 hours to complete what you see.
Dean
IMG_3071
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11-03-18 | 06:06 PM
#952
What??? Only 2 wheels?
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From: Boston-ish, MA
Bikes: 72 Peugeot UO-8, 82 Peugeot TH8, 87 Bianchi Brava, 76? Masi Grand Criterium, 74 Motobecane Champion Team, 86 & 77 Gazelle champion mondial, 81? Grandis, 82? Tommasini, 83 Peugeot PF10
Raining/drizzling all day in my neck of the woods, so I polished up one of the Mafac Racer calipers I was given a few days ago. 'Pleased with how it turned out. The weather forecast for tomorrow suggests more of the same, so I'll probably get after the other one.
FWIW, I used a small pneumatic die grinder with 3" diameter sanding pads to remove the nicks/scrapes and forging lines, then coarse & fine buffing wheels mounted on an old bench grinder. 'Took about 2 hours to complete what you see.
Dean
IMG_3071
FWIW, I used a small pneumatic die grinder with 3" diameter sanding pads to remove the nicks/scrapes and forging lines, then coarse & fine buffing wheels mounted on an old bench grinder. 'Took about 2 hours to complete what you see.
Dean
IMG_3071
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Real cyclists use toe clips.
With great bikes comes great responsibility.
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11-03-18 | 06:31 PM
#953
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Joined: Feb 2016
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From: Olympic Peninsula, WA
Bikes: '8? Ciocc Mockba 80, '82 Ron Cooper, '84 Allez, '86 Tommasini Racing, '86? Klein Quantum, '87 Ciocc Designer 84, '95 Trek 5500, '98 Litespeed Classic, '98 S-Works Mtb, 2017 Storck TIX
[MENTION=190941]jimmuller[/MENTION].....no tricks here, the caliper on the right is likely to be tomorrow's project.....still raining here!
Dean
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11-03-18 | 09:28 PM
#955
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From: Eugene, OR
Fitted a set of co-op fenders today. They came without hardware so it took a bit of creative “fabrication” to hang them.
Also tore down a couple pairs of decrepit Racers, and bagged them up for future overhaul.
Also tore down a couple pairs of decrepit Racers, and bagged them up for future overhaul.
11-07-18 | 11:36 AM
#956
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Joined: Aug 2014
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From: Bronx, NYC
Bikes: '19 Fuji Gran Fondo 1.5, '72 Peugeot PX10, '71ish Gitane Super Corsa, '78 Fuji Newest, '89 Fuji Ace, '94 Cannondale R600, early '70s LeJeune Pro project
^^ Fenders are a fun project and nice Pug you have there.
I washed two incredibly filthy bikes with the assistance of my 1.5 year old and also sold my Super Course early this morning.
I washed two incredibly filthy bikes with the assistance of my 1.5 year old and also sold my Super Course early this morning.
11-10-18 | 03:40 PM
#958
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Joined: Jul 2015
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From: Madison, Ohio
Bikes: Gitane tdf,Schwinn 12.2,2 continentals,miyata310,univega supra soort,couple peugeots,ou8,ou10,a few mtb's and other bikes
Working on some basement work space. Have to come up with better lighting. Really like vetta trainer for working on bike. 
One of my all time favorite bikes. And the kat? Well he likes small parts.
One of my all time favorite bikes. And the kat? Well he likes small parts.
11-10-18 | 04:42 PM
#959
I AM AI
Joined: Aug 2013
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From: Tucson, AZ
Bikes: 2008 S-Works Roubaix SL, 1979 Raleigh Comp GS, 1978 Schwinn Volare
Overhauling a couple of Campy Gran Sport hubs so the wheelset might be returned to the Raleigh from whence they came. 
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
11-10-18 | 04:43 PM
#960
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From: Pico Rivera, CA
Bikes: 1983 Basso Gap...2013 Colnago CX-1...2015 Bianchi Intenso
May i recommend the 4ft flourescent light fixture from Lowes for $15 ( bulbs not included) I believe theres a pull string option also.
11-10-18 | 05:20 PM
#961
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From: Eugene, OR
Bought a Peugeot this morning...
Parked it next to its sibling...
Remived the crank from a Kokusai...
And after some soaking in penetrant, I’m hoping to pull the bottom bracket.
Parked it next to its sibling...
Remived the crank from a Kokusai...
And after some soaking in penetrant, I’m hoping to pull the bottom bracket.
Last edited by deux jambes; 11-11-18 at 02:54 AM.
11-10-18 | 10:05 PM
#962
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From: Point Reyes Station, California
Bikes: Indeed!
Sitting at home twiddling my vintage thumbs looking out the window at all the smoke from the Camp Fire 200 miles from here. Waiting for the air quality to improve enough so I can get back on the bike. Doing a rain dance. It's a strange new world in which I find myself hoping for rain so that I can ride my bike!
Brent
Brent
11-10-18 | 10:56 PM
#963
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From: PDX
Bikes: Merz x 5 + Specialized Merz Allez x 2, Strawberry/Newlands/DiNucci/Ti x3, Gordon, Fuso/Moulton x2, Bornstein, Paisley,1958-74 Paramounts x3, 3rensho, 74 Moto TC, 73-78 Raleigh Pro's x5, Marinoni x2, 1960 Cinelli SC, 1980 Bianchi SC, PX-10 X 2
@ deaxjambes
This is all it takes, no wishing or hoping, just well controlled brute force.
Never failed, never damaged any frames, cups, rings or tools.
This is all it takes, no wishing or hoping, just well controlled brute force.
Never failed, never damaged any frames, cups, rings or tools.
Last edited by merziac; 11-10-18 at 11:05 PM.
11-10-18 | 11:01 PM
#964
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From: PDX
Bikes: Merz x 5 + Specialized Merz Allez x 2, Strawberry/Newlands/DiNucci/Ti x3, Gordon, Fuso/Moulton x2, Bornstein, Paisley,1958-74 Paramounts x3, 3rensho, 74 Moto TC, 73-78 Raleigh Pro's x5, Marinoni x2, 1960 Cinelli SC, 1980 Bianchi SC, PX-10 X 2
11-11-18 | 03:09 AM
#965
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From: Eugene, OR
Ah! Ok! Yes that’d work. Simple, and smart. I haven’t run into many lock rings or fixed cups that wouldn’t budge, but this is one of them.
It’s a rare set of cups. Galli double adjustable. Left side came off easy but the drive side notches were beginning to look comprised from the attempts to loosen it.
This bar clamp system should keep the tool from slipping and allow some real force to be applied. Thanks again!
11-11-18 | 06:47 PM
#967
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Joined: Aug 2013
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From: Tucson, AZ
Bikes: 2008 S-Works Roubaix SL, 1979 Raleigh Comp GS, 1978 Schwinn Volare
Assembling this thing by trial and error with pieces from varied sources. It appears fully functional; I'm cautiously optimistic about its being paired with an old Campy NR.
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A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
A race bike in any era is a highly personal choice that at its "best" balances the requirements of fit, weight, handling, durability and cost tempered by the willingness to toss it and oneself down the pavement at considerable speed. ~Bandera
11-11-18 | 07:59 PM
#968
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From: Port Angeles, WA
Bikes: A green one, "Ragleigh," or something.
Finally finished building a set of wheels on my nicely polished Schwinn Approved LeTour hubs, which I have posessed since buying that old LeTour in the late 70's. About 5 or 6 years ago, I relieved the hubs of the dented and rusty steel rims they came with, but they've been sitting since then.
Shout out to [MENTION=200991]speedevil[/MENTION] for the nice deal on the PBP VO rims; I told you I'd get around to using them, eventually
Shout out to [MENTION=200991]speedevil[/MENTION] for the nice deal on the PBP VO rims; I told you I'd get around to using them, eventually
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● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
11-11-18 | 08:12 PM
#969
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From: PDX
Bikes: Merz x 5 + Specialized Merz Allez x 2, Strawberry/Newlands/DiNucci/Ti x3, Gordon, Fuso/Moulton x2, Bornstein, Paisley,1958-74 Paramounts x3, 3rensho, 74 Moto TC, 73-78 Raleigh Pro's x5, Marinoni x2, 1960 Cinelli SC, 1980 Bianchi SC, PX-10 X 2
Ah! Ok! Yes that’d work. Simple, and smart. I haven’t run into many lock rings or fixed cups that wouldn’t budge, but this is one of them.
It’s a rare set of cups. Galli double adjustable. Left side came off easy but the drive side notches were beginning to look comprised from the attempts to loosen it.
This bar clamp system should keep the tool from slipping and allow some real force to be applied. Thanks again!
11-11-18 | 08:27 PM
#970
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Joined: Jul 2010
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From: Western KY
Bikes: 2008 Merckx LXM, 2003 Giant XTC mtb, 2001 Lemond Alpe d'Huez, 1997 Lemond Zurich, 1989 Cannondale ST, 1988 Masi Nuovo Strada, 1983 Pinarello Turismo
Finally finished building a set of wheels on my nicely polished Schwinn Approved LeTour hubs, which I have posessed since buying that old LeTour in the late 70's. About 5 or 6 years ago, I relieved the hubs of the dented and rusty steel rims they came with, but they've been sitting since then.
Shout out to [MENTION=200991]speedevil[/MENTION] for the nice deal on the PBP VO rims; I told you I'd get around to using them, eventually
Shout out to [MENTION=200991]speedevil[/MENTION] for the nice deal on the PBP VO rims; I told you I'd get around to using them, eventually
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11-11-18 | 09:02 PM
#971
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From: Port Angeles, WA
Bikes: A green one, "Ragleigh," or something.
I know a decent and cheap hotel out this way if you do make it. And C&Vers always get a discount. 
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● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
● 1971 Grandis SL ● 1972 Lambert Grand Prix frankenbike ● 1972 Raleigh Super Course fixie ● 1973 Nishiki Semi-Pro ● 1979 Motobecane Grand Jubile ●1980 Apollo "Legnano" ● 1984 Peugeot Vagabond ● 1985 Shogun Prairie Breaker ● 1986 Merckx Super Corsa ● 1987 Schwinn Tempo ● 1988 Schwinn Voyageur ● 1989 Bottechia Team ADR replica ● 1990 Cannondale ST600 ● 1993 Technium RT600 ● 1996 Kona Lava Dome ●
11-11-18 | 09:08 PM
#972
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Joined: Oct 2014
Posts: 4,217
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From: Pico Rivera, CA
Bikes: 1983 Basso Gap...2013 Colnago CX-1...2015 Bianchi Intenso
its waiting to get to its new owner
11-12-18 | 09:32 AM
#973
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Joined: Sep 2017
Posts: 781
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From: Centennial, CO
Bikes: ‘85 Trek 760, ‘77/‘78 Trek 304, ‘74 Raleigh International
I’m going to start tearing down the recently acquired Trek 614. Winter overhaul, a few pint chip fill ins, a few component changes. Going to be a fun one.
11-13-18 | 12:25 AM
#974
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From: Berkeley, CA
Bikes: 72 Cilo Pacer, 72 Gitane GT, 72 Peugeot PX10, 73 Speedwell Ti,l, 75 Peugeot PR-10L, 80 Colnago Super, 81 Zinn, 85 ALAN Cross, 85 De Rosa Pro, 86 Look 753, 86 Look KG86, 89 Parkpre Team, 90 Parkpre Team MTB, 90 Merlin
Still waiting for the air quality to improve in smoky CA, so I did some straightening up and organizing in the basement.
