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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3,567
Views: 442,547
Posted By Hondo6

Your Lotus has received a cat-scan.

Your Lotus has received a cat-scan.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3,567
Views: 442,547
Posted By Muffins

Neighborhood porch cat Joaquin examines the Lotus...

Neighborhood porch cat Joaquin examines the Lotus


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 551
Posted By Robvolz

As goldilocks said…… The 28s are too small....

As goldilocks said……

The 28s are too small. They look puny on such a large frame

The 35s are too big. They look out of place.

The 32s are prolly just right.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 309
Posted By Dan Burkhart

I have worked on hoses and cables routed through...

I have worked on hoses and cables routed through the headset, and believe me, that’s not where you want to start learning about steer tube shortening. I would leave this to the shop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 3,567
Views: 442,547
Posted By Pompiere

When we brought the kitten home in October, she...

When we brought the kitten home in October, she was scared of the big dog and would hiss and spit whenever he came near. Once she figured out that he wasn't a threat, she would bop him on the nose...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 525
Posted By Fredo76

For my Huret dropouts I just made a b-screw...

For my Huret dropouts I just made a b-screw extender.

Went down to the hardware store and got a longer M4 screw, with a wider head, and two nuts. I snugged one nut up against the screw head, put...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 481
Posted By smd4

That’s gotta be the BF record for the longest...

That’s gotta be the BF record for the longest unnecessary re-posting ever.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 346
Posted By repechage

Hopefully writing about bikes, the 1956 Chevrolet...

Hopefully writing about bikes, the 1956 Chevrolet Corvette had a 3 speed manual as standard.

the trick on a Sturmey archer equipped bicycle is to readjust the shift indicator chain after assembly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,564
Posted By bike-vintage.eu

I have good news, bl-6209 hoods, sante hoods...

I have good news, bl-6209 hoods, sante hoods (mold from used hoods :/), Dura Ace st-7700 and 105 golden arrow are now availbale for sale, I need few days to make a good photo and list it on my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,614
Posted By MNBikeCommuter

Coiled housing worked just fine for friction...

Coiled housing worked just fine for friction derailleurs. One moved the shift lever until the shift was completed and the chatter died down.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,062
Posted By Duragrouch

I think all of the above is true with radial...

I think all of the above is true with radial tires for most of their existence. But the very low profile tires that are common now, definitely have less sidewall flex, especially so if run-flats....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 662
Posted By Repack Rider

I covered that race for Bicycling.

I covered that race for Bicycling.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 289
Posted By KCT1986

Here's how the DA freehub looks. Smaller...

Here's how the DA freehub looks. Smaller threaded portion, splined portion the same as all other UG, (and later HG, except for the wide/narrow splines that HG used for 'shift point' alignment(.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,564
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

As a data point: the AX hoods I ordered from...

As a data point: the AX hoods I ordered from Poland arrived in today's mail. I am so pleased. I plan to order more.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,564
Posted By madpogue

Repo? You don't wanna look in there.... ...

Repo? You don't wanna look in there....

https://y.yarn.co/f861a60c-221a-4312-91e0-9d76dce2801a_screenshot.jpg

Oh, wait......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 387
Posted By Dave Mayer

Dura-Ace 7400, including the later 8-speed STI...

Dura-Ace 7400, including the later 8-speed STI shifters have a cable pull of about 10% less than Shimano 600 (per gear). And the 740X rear derailleurs have an actuation ratio of about 10% higher...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 538
Posted By The Golden Boy

Gran Turdismo. heh heh heh...

Gran Turdismo.

heh heh heh...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 896
Posted By juvela

----- NERVAR Star from the firm...

-----

NERVAR Star from the firm Etablissements Peyrard, of St. Etienne, France

this is the first generation

it received a cosmetic revision for the 1976 model year but all parts interchange...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,234
Posted By Andy_K

:deadhorse2:

:deadhorse2:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By 52telecaster

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 11:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,028
Posted By 356geoff

I’m from 1955 and wish I was in the shape this...

I’m from 1955 and wish I was in the shape this bike is in. It’s a beauty.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 421
Posted By WGB

The story of the train wreck. I recently...

The story of the train wreck.

I recently had bought a set of used VAR taps that were British threaded.

Turns out they weren't British, turns out they were Swiss! Unfortunately, I didn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 707
Posted By Duragrouch

Please see post #14; My memory was mistaken and...

Please see post #14; My memory was mistaken and corrected by the person who originally posted about that; It was a Shimano Alfine 11 where he found ATF, and a swelled plastic part. I just revised my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,234
Posted By gugie

One of our discoveries on a previous Spring...

One of our discoveries on a previous Spring Training get together is that a humongous pickup truck that can seat 6 will carry your crew and 6 bikes. Alternating the handlebars, you can just fit 6...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,234
Posted By nlerner

Today we drove down to San Diego with a truck...

Today we drove down to San Diego with a truck full of bikes and then did the Bayshore Trail ride, a warmup for Sunday’s monthly Bayless ride. From our lunch spot, looking back at San Diego across the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 12:40 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,234
Posted By gugie

The last couple of days have taken me through...

The last couple of days have taken me through memory lane. In 1977, I was 19 years old, taking the last week of summer before matriculating at Occidental College to ride my bike down the coast from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,675
Posted By mech986

Great photos Manny and wonderful description of...

Great photos Manny and wonderful description of the ride. All of you were just great to be around enjoying the day and camaraderie. Was happy to provide some pizza at our rest stop.

Here’s a few...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 129
Posted By jjhabbs

Video: Shimano Sante Build

Hey guys,
Finally found a home for a Sante kit I had laying around. Check out this build.

John
https://youtu.be/XGtcSKqwxNY
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,234
Posted By gugie

The Ritchey Breakaway is packed up. I found that...

The Ritchey Breakaway is packed up. I found that it's easier to pack the handlebars separately, and use the extra space for helmet, shoes, and various other items that are needed on this trip. I even...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,976
Posted By RCMoeur

For a few years in the early 1990s, I was running...

For a few years in the early 1990s, I was running a 20 tooth granny small front with a 14-38 custom 6-speed Suntour freewheel, first on my recumbent (can't stand up and stomp), then on my touring...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,976
Posted By RCMoeur

It should* fit. * This is not a guarantee or...

It should* fit.

* This is not a guarantee or warranty of compatibility. Manuafacturers' recommendations and spline patterns may vary. Please do not use in bathtub or in flammable atmospheres....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,254
Posted By repechage

Smile and wave as it passes by. disturbed paint...

Smile and wave as it passes by.
disturbed paint points the wrong direction
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,675
Posted By gugie

Like Doc said, 3 from Portlandia, 2 from...

Like Doc said, 3 from Portlandia, 2 from Virginia, 1 from Boston will be there. I'm taking my Ritchey Breakaway, which isn't quite as vintage as you usually get on this ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,234
Posted By nlerner

You need to re-read your Hunter S. Thompson.

You need to re-read your Hunter S. Thompson.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 397
Posted By Robvolz

They made and repaired ships there. It wasn't...

They made and repaired ships there. It wasn't designed for conventions.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,240
Posted By botty kayer

And as the weather here was again as grey as the...

And as the weather here was again as grey as the bike, I rode around London today looking for some grey back drops....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 314
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Turn it slowly with caution. If it's an "odd"...

Turn it slowly with caution.
If it's an "odd" threading, it should tighten up quickly. Don't force.
A malformed thread will tend to resist the same for a turn or 2 and then might even seem to ease...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 754
Posted By cyccommute

The key there is that “some” mountain bikers were...

The key there is that “some” mountain bikers were resizing rims. The vast majority weren’t and the vast majority of rims were much wider than 13mm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,549
Posted By Kontact

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 484
Posted By Robvolz

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,455
Posted By albrt

I received an email from Mr. Schwinn recently -...

I received an email from Mr. Schwinn recently - he is back to doing provenance reports for the date ranges that have archival records. You can inquire through the Waterford website.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-24, 12:04 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,812
Posted By t2p

looks like a nice crank - but Octalink ...

looks like a nice crank - but Octalink

Ritchey WCS NOS Crankset 170 44/32/22

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 714
Posted By Bianchigirll

Hello I am the "Dork...

Hello I am the "Dork Queen"https://tse4.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.nJsde1AZ4ohDdbtCn8m7BwAAAA&pid=Api&P=0&h=220

now let’s see…. I just knew there was enough junk laying around here to cobble this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,034
Posted By tcs

In Mr. Heine's recent book he speaks fondly of,...

In Mr. Heine's recent book he speaks fondly of, oh, maybe a dozen bike designers/builders. There's only one bike designer he criticizes: the late Dr. Moulton. He has castigated Dr. Moulton and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 539
Posted By grumpus

Well spotted, I forgot about that important...

Well spotted, I forgot about that important detail. To be fair, I've not seen one of these since the 1980s.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,039
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

The tool ​​​​threads onto the same place as where...

The tool ​​​​threads onto the same place as where a second position Regina Corse/Oro, etc., sprocket fits. The primary use in my case is to remove the two largest sprockets on Regina and Atom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 514
Posted By kanawa

I had the frame repainted and there was excess...

I had the frame repainted and there was excess paint where the race goes so I took that off. Installed the race. On to the rest of the headset…...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 02:22 AM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,675
Posted By Manny66

Team U.S.A. ...

Team U.S.A.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-24, 05:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
Posted By merziac

Very cool! Pic assist from and the other...

Very cool!

Pic assist from and the other thread. ;)

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1142405-vva-topanga.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-24, 02:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
Posted By Rob L

Total eye candy! Great scoots!

Total eye candy! Great scoots!
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