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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 06:42 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,262
Posted By nlerner

You seem to be missing the lock ring on the...

You seem to be missing the lock ring on the non-drive side. I’m sure there’s a particular tool that fits in those slots on the cups, but a Park pin tool should probably work on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,262
Posted By RustyJames

This could be very helpful; ...

This could be very helpful;

https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-help/bottom-bracket-service-adjustable-cup-and-cone
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 10:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 838
Posted By Mountain Mitch

I didn’t know that when I started this thread....

I didn’t know that when I started this thread. However, I realized that when I searched the link provided by Chinghis. I agree with the comment in that post that this must have been a precursor to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 09:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,414
Posted By Sedgemop

Try the Paselas. They may not be great at any one...

Try the Paselas. They may not be great at any one thing, but are at least pretty good for all your qualifiers. I've tried almost all the tires mentioned above and will buy Paselas again. I'd buy the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 02:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,414
Posted By abdon

Good luck getting a satisfactory answer,...

Good luck getting a satisfactory answer, everybody has their favorite that they would swear over in lieu of a bible.

I'm currently running Panaracer Pasela but I'm a big fan of Continental tires....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-23, 06:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By Hummer

The model looks like Katakura Silk Speedmaster. ...

The model looks like Katakura Silk Speedmaster.

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/808759-any-info-70s-silk-sport-speed-master-katakura-road-bike.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By AdventureManCO

You are in good company:D Keep us updated...

You are in good company:D


Keep us updated on how the cleanup and resto goes. And welcome!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By John Nolan

Yes, stem shifters were quite common for a while....

Yes, stem shifters were quite common for a while. They're likely to be original.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By Catnap

Amitch I can confirm you have a Katakura Silk...

Amitch I can confirm you have a Katakura Silk bicycle. Matches this one: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1209107-katakura-silk-sport.html

As others have noted, it's a low-end model...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 09:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By John Nolan

The cottered cranks, stem shifters and side pull...

The cottered cranks, stem shifters and side pull brakes suggest that the bike doesn't have too much in common the "Touring and Camping" bike in the catalogue.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 05:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 634
Posted By randyjawa

The picture is not really detailed enough for me...

The picture is not really detailed enough for me to properly consider quality level. The stem shifters and 27" wheels suggest an entry level steed, The fact that the 27" rims suggests, to me. not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-23, 11:46 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,468
Posted By Andy_K

Very nice! I've been doing this with a...

Very nice!

I've been doing this with a repair stand. I use a snug-fitting seatpost (so far, I haven't had trouble finding one) to hold the frame and a sacrificial bottom bracket to protect the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,468
Posted By Aardwolf

DIY Painting Stand

Hiya Folks,
I'm looking to try frame painting but I live in a London flat so I'm going to have to do any spraying in the garden.
So it seemed to me that a painting stand would be needed, here's my...
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