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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-10, 10:52 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,226
Posted By Ablaut

From what I can gather, this was a lower end bike...

From what I can gather, this was a lower end bike made of gaspipe, but looks like it could be made into a fun tourer or rando... triple crank, plenty of eyelets, rando bars, etc. Price feels high,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-10, 12:24 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,226
Posted By Ablaut

Wondering whether this is a hoax. If not -...

Wondering whether this is a hoax. If not - SOMEONE JUMP ON IT.
http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/1778159049.html

Benotto road frame, super rare paintjob! Turbo saddle + extras - $280...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-10, 12:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,799
Posted By Ablaut

Kalloy Laprade...

Kalloy Laprade (http://www.lickbike.com/productpage.aspx?PART_NUM_SUB=%270862-31%27)? Aluminum, 35cm long, comes in 25.4, and cheap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-10, 12:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,852
Posted By Ablaut

BEAUTIFUL frame. Thanks, I now need to have one...

BEAUTIFUL frame. Thanks, I now need to have one immediately. Looks great built up, I'm liking the deep rims, let us know how it rides!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-10, 10:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,664
Posted By Ablaut

Whenever I've used hockey tape it's been...

Whenever I've used hockey tape it's been incredibly hard to take off and it leaves lots of gunk on the bars to clean up, especially after riding in wet weather.

+1 on the Lickton's link for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-10, 10:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,254
Posted By Ablaut

+1, I love my set. The grip feels good even in...

+1, I love my set. The grip feels good even in pouring rain. Lot of grit and glass where I ride in Chicago - they look a bit cut up pretty quickly but they hold up without flats really well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-10, 10:05 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,226
Posted By Ablaut

I've dreamed about having this bike AND this one...

I've dreamed about having this bike AND this one is local to me AND it's in my size... but definitely can't justify buying this right now :(. So somebody jump on it quickly!


CENTURION IRONMAN...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-10, 10:02 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,226
Posted By Ablaut

vintage bianchi 62cm road bike rebuilt - $160...

vintage bianchi 62cm road bike rebuilt - $160 (chicago northside)

Date: 2010-05-28, 10:00AM CDT
Reply to: sale-bcqws-1763770896@craigslist.org...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-10, 07:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,292
Posted By Ablaut

Just from those pictures alone, it doesn't appear...

Just from those pictures alone, it doesn't appear to be in terrifying condition... what rust is there is probably treatable. Considering the extras that are thrown in it's a steal, especially if the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-10, 07:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,391
Posted By Ablaut

Incidentally Don, could you quickly measure the...

Incidentally Don, could you quickly measure the seatpost size? I need one for my S10S and I think it's a 26.4, but I'm not 100% sure.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-10, 02:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,215
Posted By Ablaut

Oh I was just wondering whether it was the...

Oh I was just wondering whether it was the original paint sans decals or whether everything has been painted over. A Super Olympic could fit the bill, but

-what about the chrome?
-fork bend is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-10, 01:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,215
Posted By Ablaut

Honeycomb dropouts! I've only seen those on...

Honeycomb dropouts! I've only seen those on Gitanes.

EDIT:

Yup, Huret dropouts. Has the frame been powdercoated? Could be a Gitane Interclub?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-10, 04:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,610
Posted By Ablaut

Yup, been doing this since I first bought some...

Yup, been doing this since I first bought some Mothers, on absolutely everything from pedal spindles to stems and crank sets, even on Dia Compe caliper arms. Not always the nicest finish but looks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-10, 09:20 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,226
Posted By Ablaut

Chicago - 54cm Centurion Accordo...

Chicago - 54cm Centurion Accordo (http://chicago.craigslist.org/wcl/bik/1715887111.html) - $150

Not a steal, needs a little work, but better than most things appearing on Chicago cs...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-10, 12:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,240
Posted By Ablaut

Oh that one's yours! Yesterday I was...

Oh that one's yours! Yesterday I was brainstorming ways to scramble some resources together for it.



Where is your market, just out of curiosity? Not to prolong the parting pains, but that's a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-10, 06:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,050
Posted By Ablaut

Oh man. I dream about scores like this! No thrift...

Oh man. I dream about scores like this! No thrift store around here has any quality steel that cheap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-10, 06:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,698
Posted By Ablaut

I route mine the same way top and RFC have it...

I route mine the same way top and RFC have it pictured. Some will argue that there is too much friction with this setup, but I honestly haven't noticed a difference.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-10, 06:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,087
Posted By Ablaut

I don't understand how some of you can even...

I don't understand how some of you can even attack these projects! I really stay away from bikes that have that much rust.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-10, 11:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 622
Posted By Ablaut

I saw your pics in the red bikes go faster thread...

I saw your pics in the red bikes go faster thread ages ago! Don't know anything about the brand, but this one's beautiful. Can't wait to see what you've finished cooking up!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-10, 11:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,635
Posted By Ablaut

This is probably gonna be a case where the seller...

This is probably gonna be a case where the seller gets 28937 offers and he relists at a higher price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-10, 04:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,213
Posted By Ablaut

Possibly a very small bear cub? I was...

Possibly a very small bear cub?

I was cleaning up a headtube once when I found a fishhook... sharp end snagged deep into my finger and the other got stuck on the cup edge. Not sure what it was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-10, 11:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,540
Posted By Ablaut

Oberon is usually my Beer of Gifts! I need this...

Oberon is usually my Beer of Gifts! I need this up and running by the weekend, so I'm gonna have to pass, but you'll be my go to guy. I'm not sure I could brave a pot of boiling oil just for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-10, 11:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,540
Posted By Ablaut

Maybe I'll make it a six pack if I ever actually...

Maybe I'll make it a six pack if I ever actually get those brakes apart. Or attempt overhauling a set of campy ergoshifters.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-10, 11:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,540
Posted By Ablaut

GOT IT, using more muscle than I thought was...

GOT IT, using more muscle than I thought was needed. I just wasn't using enough torque at first, afraid I was accidentally doing something wrong. Your confirmation of a left hand thread convinced me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-10, 10:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,540
Posted By Ablaut

Campy freehub removal help!

I know I'm not dumb, but this freehub sure is making me feel like it. Following Park's directions, the first step is to remove the set screw from drive side locknut. Well, I don't see either of those...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-10, 10:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,381
Posted By Ablaut

Can I hijack the thread here and ask what the...

Can I hijack the thread here and ask what the general consensus is about these brakes? I have a few I'm planning on using for builds.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-10, 12:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,898
Posted By Ablaut

I've had problems with loctite on other...

I've had problems with loctite on other components in this group... if that's the case here, I've heard that acetone will help remove it? I'll try something with that & a combo of all the above...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-10, 05:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,898
Posted By Ablaut

Tried the vise trick, no luck. Using the hex slot...

Tried the vise trick, no luck. Using the hex slot up front is out of the question because I'm afraid they're starting to round off. I think loctite is the culprit here.



Thanks! I didn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-10, 04:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,898
Posted By Ablaut

Funny? They're like these Record dualpivots but...

Funny? They're like these Record dualpivots but without the markings - http://www.velobase.com/CompImages/Brakes/283EA56F-A6C1-4EC9-9A85-72A5FEC03466.jpeg

Yeah I tried twisting the other way but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-10, 03:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,898
Posted By Ablaut

Campy brake disassemble help!

I'm overhauling a set of Chorus calipers. The left arm won't separate from the center bolt on either brake - the rear nut isn't turning. I've definitely removed the tiny set screw on the nut, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-10, 01:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 974
Posted By Ablaut

+1 I was just about to suggest this... even...

+1 I was just about to suggest this... even overnight in a small tupperware of distilled white vinegar has worked very well for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-10, 11:03 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 11,558
Posted By Ablaut

Not sure whether someone answered the first part,...

Not sure whether someone answered the first part, and since I like their customer service so much... http://www.benscycle.net/

+1 on Lickton's. I haven't ordered from them, but I live nearby and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-10, 12:41 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,770
Posted By Ablaut

Agreed, beautiful color! I think you'll...

Agreed, beautiful color! I think you'll definitely have fun bringing this one back into shape.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-10, 02:54 PM
Replies: 351
Views: 29,395
Posted By Ablaut

I had one of those on a bike I bought,...

I had one of those on a bike I bought, unfortunately someone put a sheet metal screw in to hold the bars 'cos of the odd clamp size. I don't have any bars that fit properly so the stem is outta...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-10, 02:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,305
Posted By Ablaut

I saw that! I knew I wouldn't make it out there...

I saw that! I knew I wouldn't make it out there so I didn't bother contacting the seller. But for the price, I'm still jealous! The cl pics didn't do it any kind of justice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-10, 10:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 868
Posted By Ablaut

Don't get me wrong, I don't DISlike them. I...

Don't get me wrong, I don't DISlike them. I always ride with fingers on the brakes, so I just can't see myself getting used to that one hand position.

I believe ordering those rims are the next...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 868
Posted By Ablaut

I'm not a huge fan of that bar setup, but...

I'm not a huge fan of that bar setup, but otherwise I like it! What do you say about the quality of those rims? Probably worth it for a $20 set.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-10, 12:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,141
Posted By Ablaut

Thanks for the extra diagrams, VERY helpful! I...

Thanks for the extra diagrams, VERY helpful! I hope a spring comes your way soon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-10, 01:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,141
Posted By Ablaut

What I thought earlier to be a VGT-Luxe changed...

What I thought earlier to be a VGT-Luxe changed to a GT before my eyes. Oops! Still not sure how to separate the cage assembly from the main body, but I won't hijack the thread.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-10, 11:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,141
Posted By Ablaut

Oldroadman, how did you get the cage off from the...

Oldroadman, how did you get the cage off from the tension axle for this model? I feel like I'm missing something 'cos mine won't budge.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-10, 11:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,096
Posted By Ablaut

Nope, sorry. You might actually have more luck...

Nope, sorry. You might actually have more luck cross posting in SS/FG, I think that's where I originally stumbled upon it with everyone fawning over the content.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-10, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,096
Posted By Ablaut

This? 137654

This?

137654
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-10, 07:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,115
Posted By Ablaut

I was really lusting after this one, it's...

I was really lusting after this one, it's beautiful. Good score!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-10, 05:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,522
Posted By Ablaut

This Ambrosio tape is what I've settled on for...

This Ambrosio tape is what I've settled on for every bike, it's my favorite. I used to buy it from PBK as well, but finally used my last fresh box. I've had good success with reusing it several...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-10, 12:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,074
Posted By Ablaut

With lots of pics documenting the process and...

With lots of pics documenting the process and result.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-10, 11:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,081
Posted By Ablaut

Hardcover copies are available on Amazon starting...

Hardcover copies are available on Amazon starting with .75 cents, plus shipping. Just ordered myself a copy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-10, 11:12 PM
Replies: 236
Views: 18,520
Posted By Ablaut

Most every pair of long-fingered gloves. Lobster,...

Most every pair of long-fingered gloves. Lobster, singles, you name it - no matter what the size, my fingers are too long and jam in there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-10, 11:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,076
Posted By Ablaut

Toilet paper holder.

Toilet paper holder.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-10, 11:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,917
Posted By Ablaut

Love that blue color. Both should clean up...

Love that blue color. Both should clean up nicely!

If you DO decide to part out the SLT, lemme know - I could sorely use the crankset for another '77 SLT12.2!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-10, 12:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,175
Posted By Ablaut

Definitely can't wait to see this one built up!

Definitely can't wait to see this one built up!
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