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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
Posted By kroozer

Kinlin ADHN, these are 700C with single eyelets...

Kinlin ADHN, these are 700C with single eyelets and a polished finish, 24 mm wide, and come in 32, 36, 40 and 48 hole drilling.

https://www.hubjub.co.uk/kinlin-adhn--mld-101-p.asp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,148
Posted By kroozer

What kind of riding would these be for? Also, I...

What kind of riding would these be for? Also, I would think the tires would make a big difference.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,578
Posted By kroozer

I just left the shortened frame alone cuz I...

I just left the shortened frame alone cuz I appreciated the sportier ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,578
Posted By kroozer

I rear-ended a parked car at cruising speed and...

I rear-ended a parked car at cruising speed and bent both the top and down tubes of my Schwinn Continental, so they're not that strong. But the fork and wheel were fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 784
Posted By kroozer

I have a '78 Super Carrera (that I need to post...

I have a '78 Super Carrera (that I need to post one of the days also). It's probably slightly later than the OP's, with brazed-on top tube guides and no dropout eyelets, but other than that looks the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By kroozer

Donīt know about the wheels, but the yellow-green...

Donīt know about the wheels, but the yellow-green is a perfect color for a Banani.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,334
Posted By kroozer

Congrats on a great score! Campy triple crank,...

Congrats on a great score! Campy triple crank, lots of swanky parts. It is a bit baffling that they didn't make clearances for larger tires, especially considering the long chainstays. But nobody...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,268
Posted By kroozer

I thought the pulleys were supposed to be cracked.

I thought the pulleys were supposed to be cracked.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 239
Posted By kroozer

Franco-Suisse to International

Doe anybody know the relation between the Carlton Franco-Suisse and the Raleigh International? The later CFS frames look almost identical to the RI. Did the CFS just become the RI, and if so, when? I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,717
Posted By kroozer

+1 on Rustoluem orange. Last summer I painted a...

+1 on Rustoluem orange. Last summer I painted a Windsor Super Carrera, my first rattle-can job. I don't remember what my first choice of paint was, but the orange just did not pop. I painted right...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 08:14 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,600
Posted By kroozer

My Motobecane Grand Jubile along with my...

My Motobecane Grand Jubile along with my brother's Grand Touring were stolen from the high school bike rack back in 1977. They were locked but they really stood out among the sea of low-end bikes. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-23, 12:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,697
Posted By kroozer

+1 on contacting Hilary Stone. Also, if you are...

+1 on contacting Hilary Stone. Also, if you are looking for something new to work on, build up the bike with period parts. It will take you longer to track down the parts, and they will be a bit more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,418
Posted By kroozer

My Schwinn Continental: I loved it when I first...

My Schwinn Continental: I loved it when I first got it (first ten-speed), grew to hate it when I realized how much better good bikes really were, and now appreciate it for having been the vehicle...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-29-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 466
Posted By kroozer

Can you get a bigger freewheel?

Can you get a bigger freewheel?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,380
Posted By kroozer

I have 2 sets of CR-18 650A rims and really like...

I have 2 sets of CR-18 650A rims and really like them. Too bad they are currently unavailable--how hard can it be to pop out a few more when they already have all the tooling set up? The same goes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,751
Posted By kroozer

Like everyone else I send congratulations on...

Like everyone else I send congratulations on fatherhood and also regrets that you feel forced to scale back so much on bike riding and playing with vintage bikes. Many of us here, maybe most, are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,491
Posted By kroozer

I'm sure the Suntour derailleur shifts nicely,...

I'm sure the Suntour derailleur shifts nicely, but IMO a Paramount should have Campagnolo. One option is a Nuovo Record with a Soma cage. This is visually identical to an early-model Rally, it shifts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,093
Posted By kroozer

The actual mechanics of French bikes from that...

The actual mechanics of French bikes from that time are no different from anything else, but the sizes were often distinct. This is only an issue when you need to replace certain parts, and with just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-23, 04:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 780
Posted By kroozer

I was also surprised by just how laid-back the...

I was also surprised by just how laid-back the angles on the review bike appear. Shortly afterwards they got much more upright. The same is true with the Grand Record's and Le Champion's, with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 676
Posted By kroozer

PSA: NOS Silca Impero's $11.99

Only one size (51 cm) and color (silver), but if this works for you it's a great deal. I'm gonna paint mine.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-23, 09:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 571
Posted By kroozer

Yeah, it seems like they were having a bit of fun...

Yeah, it seems like they were having a bit of fun with this. What are the plans? It look complete and sound enough to just clean it up, replace some consumables, and ride. A full-on rest would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 08:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,194
Posted By kroozer

I don't think the Ultra-6 was a model itself, but...

I don't think the Ultra-6 was a model itself, but as nlerner said it refers to the tighter spacing. I usually associate it with New Winner but I suppose they could use that spacing on any model.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-23, 01:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 833
Posted By kroozer

Tell yourself it probably had irreparable damage...

Tell yourself it probably had irreparable damage from a front-end collision, or terminal rust inside.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 05:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 959
Posted By kroozer

As mentioned above, these rack are horrible....

As mentioned above, these rack are horrible. There is the problem of them scraping the paint off your seat stays. Also, the foldable legs are weak and wobbly, and this gets worse as the pivots age...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 05:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 676
Posted By kroozer

PSA: Stronglight 3-pin 116 bcd chainrings

Somebody is offering NOS Stronglight 3-pin 116mm bcd 38-tooth chainrings on Ebay for $20 shipped. These will fit many vintage cranks, I bought mine for a TA Professional. These are great cranks but...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-03-23, 12:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 599
Posted By kroozer

The cranks are Model 93, basically the direct...

The cranks are Model 93, basically the direct predecessor of the 105. The only difference I know of is that the 93 has straight-edged arms, versus slightly more curvy on the 105.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-23, 07:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 791
Posted By kroozer

Technically, that solves the problem very nicely,...

Technically, that solves the problem very nicely, but then I'd end up with an MTB stem. The whole French handlebar bag thing is expensive and impractical compared to almost any other option, although...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,555
Posted By kroozer

Likewise, I have run 28 tooth FWs with NR RDs on...

Likewise, I have run 28 tooth FWs with NR RDs on Campagnolo dropouts on several bikes. It has always worked fine when I move the wheel as far back in the dropout slots as possible.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 669
Posted By kroozer

I have these on one of my bikes, they are fairly...

I have these on one of my bikes, they are fairly square/ non-flared.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 587
Posted By kroozer

I have a couple pairs of these, It's a...

I have a couple pairs of these, It's a cool-looking, original design that was in production for decades, and is a good fit for many vintage bikes. I rotate my riding among several bikes so I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,529
Posted By kroozer

I was around in the 70's. Yeah, nobody cared at...

I was around in the 70's. Yeah, nobody cared at all what components you used, as long as it was Campagnolo Record.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
11-15-22, 02:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,688
Posted By kroozer

You sure have a nice parts bin.

You sure have a nice parts bin.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 12:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,109
Posted By kroozer

I could not get a Simplex Criterium to work on a...

I could not get a Simplex Criterium to work on a Campagnolo dropout. I think those did not come out until the late 60's, and they don't have the range anyway.
I am using a Huret Svelto on my '62...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-22, 08:35 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,950
Posted By kroozer

I would still dump the cage: it looks like it was...

I would still dump the cage: it looks like it was made by a 4 year-old, it's held on with a hose clamp, and it apparently needs a piece of foam-something to protect the frame.The Italians were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-22, 10:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,302
Posted By kroozer

When I was 15 I was looking to replace my Schwinn...

When I was 15 I was looking to replace my Schwinn Continental with a better quality lugged bike, and a friend offered to sell me his green Fuji S-10-S, which was quite well-used but very pretty. He...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-22, 11:39 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,863
Posted By kroozer

For 700C, Sun is my go-to choice: they look...

For 700C, Sun is my go-to choice: they look great, seem to be good quality, and are reasonably priced at about $30 or so per rim. The M13-II is for narrower tires, while the CR-18 is for wider tires.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-22, 09:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 725
Posted By kroozer

I don't know what differentiates an 'amateur'...

I don't know what differentiates an 'amateur' racer from other racers, but there are loads of good racing bikes from that era to choose from. Don't automatically discount the fancier, higher-end...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-22, 09:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 561
Posted By kroozer

Platform pedals do have platforms but they aren't...

Platform pedals do have platforms but they aren't actually all that wide. My first choice are Lyotard 240 or 460, they are the boxy rat-trap style but wider than most. I use them for commuting with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-22, 10:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 825
Posted By kroozer

Try the easiest thing first, remove the hanger...

Try the easiest thing first, remove the hanger and see if you can mount the derailleur straight onto the dropout. It looks like both are Simplex, so hopefully this will work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-22, 10:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 583
Posted By kroozer

1972-73 Le Champion

1972-73 Le Champion
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-22, 08:02 AM
Replies: 105
Views: 6,280
Posted By kroozer

In the Everyman category I would also nominate...

In the Everyman category I would also nominate the Peugeot UO-8 and the Fuji S-10-S, a couple of bike boom staples. The black Raleigh roadster with twin top tubes and rod brakes must also qualify on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,941
Posted By kroozer

You also might want to consider an older...

You also might want to consider an older (80's-90's) mountain bike. They are not as fast as road tourers, but they are very serviceable for many types of touring. They are cheap, strong, have low...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 04:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 854
Posted By kroozer

I think Durax just made the crank arms, and you...

I think Durax just made the crank arms, and you could put on whatever chainrings you wanted, such as the Stronglight and Simplex shown. I have some Durax 5-pin fluted cranks with an Automoto...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,401
Posted By kroozer

It depends how picky you are. Maybe try the...

It depends how picky you are. Maybe try the cheapest and easiest option first and see how you like it. If not you can always do a full refinish later.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,714
Posted By kroozer

Another option for a smaller diameter wheel is...

Another option for a smaller diameter wheel is the 650A, also called 26x1-1/4. The rim diameter is 590 mm, which is just a bit larger than the 584 mm diameter of 650B. It will give you extra space...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-22, 10:24 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,586
Posted By kroozer

What frame size do you need? I have a 58 cm 1978...

What frame size do you need? I have a 58 cm 1978 Windsor Super Carrera frame, which will be available in late May (when I get to Minnesota). It was modeled on the Cinelli Super Corsa with racing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-21, 03:44 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,848
Posted By kroozer

Looks great, as long as it's the right size for...

Looks great, as long as it's the right size for you. Nice way to get back into cycling! What sort of help are you looking for? The bike looks like it's been taken care of, a few parts replaced but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,986
Posted By kroozer

I think the rear dropouts are Stallard. They were...

I think the rear dropouts are Stallard. They were used on many high-end English bikes from the 40's to the 60's, not so common by the late 70's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-21, 06:11 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,724
Posted By kroozer

I divide bike components into 3 categories. ...

I divide bike components into 3 categories.

Groups 1: These items need periodic replacing, so new parts will probably be available for a long time in some form. They also have a generic look, so a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-21, 08:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,538
Posted By kroozer

26"/559mm wheels do seem to have become...

26"/559mm wheels do seem to have become "obsolete" In the US and other wealthy countries, where MTB's are mostly ridden by people who can afford to spend money on bicycles for recreation, and...
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