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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,881
Posted By Murray Missile

Enablers to the left of me, enablers to the right...

Enablers to the left of me, enablers to the right LOL. PM sent.

Looks like "Dave" gets a reprieve from the Governor. :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-23, 06:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,304
Posted By unterhausen

The first words that come to mind are "oh ... my...

The first words that come to mind are "oh ... my ... god." At least I see why they drilled all the way through the tube.

Assuming the tube isn't cracked, I would probably braze a patch over all 4...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-23, 01:32 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,880
Posted By sweeks

Water is denser than diesel fuel, so it sinks to...

Water is denser than diesel fuel, so it sinks to the bottom. The two liquids are immiscible. I'd guess there was some water in the chain when it went into the container.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-23, 03:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 611
Posted By Fairlane63

What our grandparents called summer. Now its...

What our grandparents called summer. Now its called global warming..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 732
Posted By mpetry912

So you'd take a collector grade new in package...

So you'd take a collector grade new in package Regina chain and run it on a shaggy dog worn FW like that ?

as you've discovered it won't shift worth a darn and you'll just wear out your chain
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 598
Posted By repechage

I would be confirming wheel dish and fork...

I would be confirming wheel dish and fork alignment.
I would not attempt a bigger tire.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-03-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,388
Posted By SurferRosa

Seriously. If that bike can't sell in Anywhere,...

Seriously. If that bike can't sell in Anywhere, CA at $600, I'm in trouble with my next flip.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,671
Posted By Clang

It's been on the market for a day and they...

It's been on the market for a day and they dropped the price $50 to $450. Let it sit on the market for a while. If it sells to someone else, fine- it wasn't meant to be. If it lingers and drops...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-23, 05:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 589
Posted By Bianchigirll

https://tse2.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.-9KK8eb73djA911...

https://tse2.mm.bing.net/th?id=OIP.-9KK8eb73djA911vg8twxAHaGW&pid=Api&P=0
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-23, 12:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 454
Posted By SurferRosa

Will Sapim 18mm nipples correct your erd error?

Will Sapim 18mm nipples correct your erd error?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,527
Posted By 10 Wheels

Start your own group of 70 riders

Start your own group of 70 riders
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-23, 07:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 475
Posted By Kontact

Overinflate it for a few days. It might stretch...

Overinflate it for a few days. It might stretch into a more usable shape.

Consider a thinner rim strip.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,585
Posted By alcjphil

That bar does not fit that stem. I can see...

That bar does not fit that stem. I can see daylight between the bar and stem. That is a dangerous failure possibility
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-22, 08:23 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,162,830
Posted By merziac

I'm thinking you should just get on with it,...

I'm thinking you should just get on with it, Merry Christmas. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-22, 12:39 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,162,830
Posted By Roger M

Could be camera angle, but that fork looks...

Could be camera angle, but that fork looks questionable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-22, 09:43 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,069
Posted By smd4

DON'T FILE YOUR BIKE! Sheesh! Just use the tires...

DON'T FILE YOUR BIKE! Sheesh! Just use the tires that God meant this bike to have. Buy a different bike if this one is too uncomfortable for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 07:49 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,162,830
Posted By smontanaro

What about condescending wankers with cash?

What about condescending wankers with cash?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-22, 10:08 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,162,830
Posted By WGB

Posted 8hr ago - in Denver so probably gone but...

Posted 8hr ago - in Denver so probably gone but good deal if there.

​​​​​​https://denver.craigslist.org/bik/d/golden-bridgestone-road-bike-60-cm/7548414424.html
​​​​​​Bridgestone Road Bike 60 cm...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-15-22, 03:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,664
Posted By TimmyT

I have a Clive Stuart. It doesn't have chrome,...

I have a Clive Stuart. It doesn't have chrome, but it has bad paint. It is from the late 1950s/early 1960s. No forged dropouts. Reasonably light.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-04-22, 09:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 778
Posted By Drillium Dude

This will get you where you want to be for now....

This will get you where you want to be for now. Just keep an active watch for the correct one (which should be fully-chromed, too). Over time, one will pop up - they always do. Then you can either...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-22, 02:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,309
Posted By GamblerGORD53

+1 Leave the BB alone.

+1 Leave the BB alone.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-22, 02:59 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,762
Posted By Lbxpdx

The 23” hurt. It pressed on my taint. Plus I...

The 23” hurt. It pressed on my taint. Plus I bought this while on vacation, so I’m nowhere near the bike. The 23” was only a few dollars less and nowhere in as good of condition.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-22, 11:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,255
Posted By smd4

Six foot two?? With long legs?? Sorry. In my...

Six foot two?? With long legs??

Sorry. In my opinion...that frame is WAY TOO SMALL for you!

And the seatpost is on my side.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-22, 10:25 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,550
Posted By smd4

Happily, I didn't have to look far. And no need...

Happily, I didn't have to look far. And no need to scream.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-22, 12:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,836
Posted By shoota

You don't need to change the fork, that's crazy...

You don't need to change the fork, that's crazy talk.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-22, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 775
Posted By soyabean

When I fix a bikes that have seized adjusters, I...

When I fix a bikes that have seized adjusters, I simply re-do the cable at the derailler, and I am always spot on with perfect shifting, without need to touch an adjuster, working or seized.

In...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-22, 10:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,278
Posted By Koyote

I'd be willing to bet that your weight and power...

I'd be willing to bet that your weight and power output have absolutely nothing to do with your problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-22, 04:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,245
Posted By spelger

Really, I don't know what your problem is...you...

Really, I don't know what your problem is...you have iron hands, just grab that thing and crank away. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-22, 11:39 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,802
Posted By smd4

You should expect prompt communication from...

You should expect prompt communication from sellers. If you don't get that--move on.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,926
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

To the bolded- Many carbon fork brands want the...

To the bolded- Many carbon fork brands want the top of the steerer to slightly extend above the top of the stem, to insure that the stem is clamping completely on the steerer far enough from the end...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-22, 10:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,113
Posted By bboy314

I would add that the quality and construction of...

I would add that the quality and construction of the components is also a huge shortcoming of these bikes, and that’s why many are suggesting that trying to alter them for better performance is a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-22, 12:35 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,162,830
Posted By philpeugeot

Mafac Racer Brakes NOS/NIB - $150 (palo...

Mafac Racer Brakes NOS/NIB - $150 (palo alto)https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bop/d/palo-alto-mafac-racer-brakes-nos-nib/7474324753.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-22, 05:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 633
Posted By Aerzon

Based on one reply here and the look of the...

Based on one reply here and the look of the pedal, is it safe to assume I would be okay to forgo the cleats and just use them as standard clip & strap pedals?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-22, 11:05 AM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,111,140
Posted By smontanaro

An order from Framebuilder's Supply (the Nikko...

An order from Framebuilder's Supply (the Nikko lugs are from Doug Fattic). Dropouts are still en route. It's a start...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51976015145_043000938a_c.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,561
Posted By Koyote

Sure, okay. But your arms shouldn't be bearing so...

Sure, okay. But your arms shouldn't be bearing so much weight that you need to lift weights to make it work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-22, 11:15 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 10,741
Posted By Classtime

Go buy this:...

Go buy this: https://tampa.craigslist.org/pnl/bik/d/saint-petersburg-panasonic-pro-touring/7453769870.html
I bet the top tube is relatively short for a 63 and that 63 might be Center to Top. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-22, 03:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,503
Posted By CliffordK

Hmmm... You'll have to be careful that you...

Hmmm...
You'll have to be careful that you don't mess up the folding. Some of the larger internal gear hubs are even 135mm spacing.

Whatever you do, also make sure you realign the dropouts after...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-22, 11:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,390
Posted By The Golden Boy

I think the group that's populated this forum...

I think the group that's populated this forum since I've been here has mostly been "pro (sort of) level top tube, non-OS tubed, respectful of old bikes in general. Pretty much." Additionally, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-22, 08:54 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,431
Posted By cxwrench

Wrong.

Wrong.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-22, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 933,941
Posted By Topless68

Another non-bike related wrenching...

Another non-bike related wrenching session....driving sim rig for my son (and me :thumb:) junkyard seat, and only about $25 worth of lumber. made it in 2 pieces so it'd fit through the door...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-21, 05:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,892
Posted By GordonP

Thanks for the links for the Kool-Stop brake...

Thanks for the links for the Kool-Stop brake pads, unfortunately they have no stock. I did find a shop in Halifax, Nova Scotia that have the Jagwire Basics in black rubber for $5.99 plus 15% off and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-21, 09:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 988
Posted By JohnDThompson

Epoxy a sacrificial Allen key to the bolt and use...

Epoxy a sacrificial Allen key to the bolt and use it to remove the bolt.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-21, 12:25 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,162,830
Posted By hose

Can we ban Facebook links?

Can we ban Facebook links?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-21, 07:29 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,151
Posted By Andy Somnifac

You may not want a rep as a sketchy ride partner,...

You may not want a rep as a sketchy ride partner, but if your chain has fallen off multiple times lately, I hate to tell you: You're a sketchy ride partner.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-21, 09:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,285
Posted By xiaoman1

Good Idea...if you have enough wall to hang stuff...

Good Idea...if you have enough wall to hang stuff on. :innocent:
Best, Ben
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-21, 08:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,310
Posted By John E

Both of my BB creaks were due to frame cracks --...

Both of my BB creaks were due to frame cracks -- Nishiki Competition on the BB shell's seat tube lug, UO-8 on the right chainstay between the chainring and tire clearance dimples.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-21, 05:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,052
Posted By SurferRosa

Too many nice bikes lose their original paint...

Too many nice bikes lose their original paint because of a few scratches.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-21, 06:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,683
Posted By Doug Fattic

As a frame builder, I would want to check the...

As a frame builder, I would want to check the alignment accuracy of the front triangle as a reference to whether the rear triangle is off any before doing any alterations on the dropouts. If the rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-21, 05:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,802
Posted By Davet

Italian threaded bottom bracket? The drive side...

Italian threaded bottom bracket? The drive side threads seem to be righty-tighty
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 498
Posted By andrewclaus

I've heard the older closed cam skewers have...

I've heard the older closed cam skewers have better leverage than the open-cam type. Switching to an older skewer helped me with the exact same problem. And I used real shop tools for my dropout...
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