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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-15, 10:48 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 48,033
Posted By HeyPip

They only came in short cage, I think. They had a...

They only came in short cage, I think. They had a ton more capacity than they claimed.
If you pedal backwards a lot, you should get a 3 speed:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-14, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,798
Posted By HeyPip

SPD pedals with french thread

Has anyone ever heard of Shimano SPD pedals with French threaded axles?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-14, 10:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,555
Posted By HeyPip

The old GB bars were made from 2024 T4 material...

The old GB bars were made from 2024 T4 material and cold drawn. They were bent in a ball mandrel bender.

2024 alloy, especially in the T4 condition, is extremely difficult to weld, even in an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-14, 10:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,145
Posted By HeyPip

That's very cool! I have a brand new pair of...

That's very cool! I have a brand new pair of Weyless pedals that are so far ahead of their time. They still have a price tag on them for $150 which was a lot in the late 70's. We didn't get much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-14, 09:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,145
Posted By HeyPip

Can You Identify this Classic Seatpost?

I saw this on a Teledyne on E Bay. Does anyone know what it is and any history?393028

Thanks Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-13, 09:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,126
Posted By HeyPip

Hi Mike. Yes, Sugino was part of the Maeda group...

Hi Mike. Yes, Sugino was part of the Maeda group of companies. The group was formed to provide high end components for OEM to the huge Japanese bike manufacturing of the time. The different companies...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-13, 09:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,368
Posted By HeyPip

Eyelets in a rim are so much nicer when building...

Eyelets in a rim are so much nicer when building or truing a wheel because they reduce the friction between the rim and the spoke nipple and you can closer feel the "real" tension in the spoke and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-13, 10:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,492
Posted By HeyPip

Yeah, switching front and rear, after...

Yeah, switching front and rear, after straightening is a really smart idea.

The Weinmann and Mafac brake callipers were 6000 series aluminum and the Campy brake callipers were 2000 series so the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-13, 10:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,816
Posted By HeyPip

Everyone who mountain biked in the early 80's...

Everyone who mountain biked in the early 80's used toe clips and straps on bear paw type pedals.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-13, 11:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,137
Posted By HeyPip

I think that the 4.5mm lock ring was to be used...

I think that the 4.5mm lock ring was to be used with a 68mm spindle and a 65mm pista (track) bottom bracket shell (with a 110mm rear hub OLD). It was the early 70's and a transition period in BB...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-13, 09:40 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 53,537
Posted By HeyPip

Back in the early and mid 80's, when I was going...

Back in the early and mid 80's, when I was going to school, I worked at Rocky Mountain Bikes. We were doing a series of labs about grain refinement in alloy steel and I got some offcuts of various...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-13, 09:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 793
Posted By HeyPip

Thanks Rep, I'll have to keep digging and be...

Thanks Rep, I'll have to keep digging and be patient I guess.
I saw PB Bikes offering NOS with 22.2 quills for $600 on E Bay.
Yikes!

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-13, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 793
Posted By HeyPip

Dura-Ace Stem quill sizes question

Do any of you long memoried types remember if Dura-Ace stems were ever manufactured with a 22.0 (french size) quill diameter?

Thanks, Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-13, 11:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,905
Posted By HeyPip

3D scanning will be a lot cheaper than 3D CAD for...

3D scanning will be a lot cheaper than 3D CAD for a shape like this, with complex curves. It is really important to have a high resolution scan for the complex curves.

If you search Google maps...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-13, 10:58 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,905
Posted By HeyPip

There's a ton of 3D scan and 3D manufacturing...

There's a ton of 3D scan and 3D manufacturing places in the Seattle - Portland corridor. And, aerospace business is pretty lean so you might get a deal. Send a pic and what you want to a bunch of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-13, 09:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By HeyPip

So true Stan. I was thinking back to my Gios...

So true Stan. I was thinking back to my Gios Professional from the same era. What a beautiful line of bikes it was.

Around 2002, I was at a factory in Taiwan, negotiating a deal for a bunch of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-13, 10:50 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 16,474
Posted By HeyPip

I'm an old guy too but I do remember seeing these...

I'm an old guy too but I do remember seeing these cranks cracked. I did a bit of a search and found nothing.

Mom said these flashbacks would be way better. hahaha

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-13, 10:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,257
Posted By HeyPip

If you search for some new Columbus Continental...

If you search for some new Columbus Continental fork blades, a good frame builder could replace them but it would certainly be more expensive than a chrome replacement fork.
Do not ride these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-13, 10:23 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,192
Posted By HeyPip

This America's cup isn't about sailing. It's...

This America's cup isn't about sailing. It's about lawyers and technology and cheating.
The boats are wonders of technology can do and 45 knots off the wind, on the foils.
But, there is no racing!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-13, 10:01 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 16,474
Posted By HeyPip

IIRC, these Avocet/ Ofmega cranks were heavily...

IIRC, these Avocet/ Ofmega cranks were heavily prone to failure. Cracks propogated from the radius between the crank arm and the first torqued spider arm.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-13, 09:44 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,287
Posted By HeyPip

+1 you will love tubulars. Always have a spare...

+1 you will love tubulars. Always have a spare prepared as described by Bus Driver. They feel like nothing else.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-13, 08:46 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 22,478
Posted By HeyPip

The Superbe Pro was the best friction mountain...

The Superbe Pro was the best friction mountain bike derailleur I ever used. I used 24 X 34 X 48 chain wheels and 12, 13, 14, 15, 17, 21, 26 strong gears for the North Shore but it worked perfectly.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-13, 08:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,559
Posted By HeyPip

You can't repair it by welding (melting) because...

You can't repair it by welding (melting) because the heated area will have no strength and instantly crack again. You can't use adhesives to laminate or bond it because they will not stick to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-13, 09:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,439
Posted By HeyPip

The environment I work in now, Sailing, has damp...

The environment I work in now, Sailing, has damp and salty conditions that will rot steel in a matter of weeks. We use Corrosion block
http://learchem.com/products/corrosion-block.html
on all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 22,478
Posted By HeyPip

Thanks, that's a great story. I have only ever...

Thanks, that's a great story. I have only ever seen pics of those pedals but they look unique and really cool.
It sounds like you turned that bike into an incredible deal.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-13, 10:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,823
Posted By HeyPip

yesss! All of these techniques can be used....

yesss! All of these techniques can be used. Relieving the pressure from the lock nuts is what will free them. The steel alloy of the axle and lock is 4340 so it is not prone to galling. The cones...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-13, 09:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,823
Posted By HeyPip

Yessss soak it in ATF/ Acetone then cold and heat...

Yessss soak it in ATF/ Acetone then cold and heat and cold.

When breaking the locknut/ toothed washer and cone free, remember that if its stuck to tighten the cone 1/16 turn, to crack it (release...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-13, 08:43 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 22,478
Posted By HeyPip

Wow!!! Please tell us the story of these...

Wow!!!

Please tell us the story of these pedals.
They look almost NOS
Do you know approximately how much they are worth?

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 09:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,034
Posted By HeyPip

this website rocks:) Pip

this website rocks:)

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 09:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,018
Posted By HeyPip

When you anoint Tullio with the sacred oil. He...

When you anoint Tullio with the sacred oil. He will reward you.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 08:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 699
Posted By HeyPip

Beautiful build. I'd love to see closeups....

Beautiful build. I'd love to see closeups. Blush:)
What model/ year of Dura-Ace derailleur did you use?
In around 1981, I bought a closeout on what were old style Shimano Crane short cage and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 08:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,293
Posted By HeyPip

Indeed, there are hundreds of examples of fine...

Indeed, there are hundreds of examples of fine French and Italian frame building craftsmanship. In the 1070's bike boom, the French fully invested and huge factories replaced many artisan "workshops"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,316
Posted By HeyPip

That is a pretty frame and it may well be a...

That is a pretty frame and it may well be a Singer. There are many Alex Singer experts and aficionados out there on the intertubes of which I am not one. Is it french threaded? Will it work with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 07:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,650
Posted By HeyPip

I worked for the North American distributor of...

I worked for the North American distributor of Zunow in 1986 and 1987 so I have a soft spot for them. The Z1R was like the Z1 in the pic but the seat stays had a bend in them to absorb road shocks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 06:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,019
Posted By HeyPip

Portland is an amazing cycling city and a lot of...

Portland is an amazing cycling city and a lot of fun too. Until Sept 8th, the Portland Art Museum has an exhibition of bicycles called Cyclepedia iconic bicycle designs. They even have Moser's 51.151...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 06:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,650
Posted By HeyPip

That photo is of the classic Zunow Z1. it was the...

That photo is of the classic Zunow Z1. it was the flagship road model in the Zunow line in the mid to late 1980's. Of all the non carbon bikes I have ever ridden, this was the best riding metal bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-13, 06:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,029
Posted By HeyPip

Sorry Scooper, my mistake, I read your post...

Sorry Scooper, my mistake, I read your post incorrectly, and yes, your smallest sprocket is most likely worn. They are always the first to go.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-13, 10:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,029
Posted By HeyPip

You should never cross chain like that. It will...

You should never cross chain like that. It will wear things out so fast. If it doesn't skip in other gears, just stop doing that.

Pip
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-29-13, 12:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,121
Posted By HeyPip

That's a nice example of the fine level of...

That's a nice example of the fine level of Italian craftsmanship of the era. It is sad to think that thousands of craftsmen lost their jobs in the market transition from steel to aluminum to titanium...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-13, 01:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,556
Posted By HeyPip

331563331564Mounted my new Parigi Roubaix 700 X...

331563331564Mounted my new Parigi Roubaix 700 X 27 tires today. They have just the supple ride I was looking for. Thanks to all on the forum for your help and suggestions.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-13, 11:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 658
Posted By HeyPip

Rodrigues bikes are beautiful works of art. He is...

Rodrigues bikes are beautiful works of art. He is a master builder and a class act.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-13, 11:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 567
Posted By HeyPip

Back in the day, inexpensive (read cottered)...

Back in the day, inexpensive (read cottered) bottom brackets had a smaller thread pitch diameter than Campagnolo and a frame would have to be chased to fit the Campy cups. I am sure that your frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-13, 09:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,362
Posted By HeyPip

Although I`m not very informed about the USA...

Although I`m not very informed about the USA Ritcheys, I am pretty sure that this is a mid 80`s Ascente. The cable guides look like aftermarket experimentation, even the paint around them looks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-13, 11:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,653
Posted By HeyPip

All the Toyo Ritchey frames were TIG welded. The...

All the Toyo Ritchey frames were TIG welded. The Panasonic frames were lugged but they didn't have any reference to Ritchey. When he worked for Rocky Mountain, Chris Dekerf, now owner of of Dekerf...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-13, 08:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,556
Posted By HeyPip

I received my new tires today:) They are...

I received my new tires today:) They are beautiful handmade tires and I still can't believe that I bought 2 of them for under $100. They are not really skin walls but I will reserve judgement on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,653
Posted By HeyPip

This is a Ritchey Montare made in Tokyo Japan by...

This is a Ritchey Montare made in Tokyo Japan by the Toyo factory. They were imported exclusively to Canada; and no where else in the world AFAIR. They were a stop gap measure, at the time, to fill...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-13, 09:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 996
Posted By HeyPip

Awesome, thanks!! You rock dude! Pip

Awesome, thanks!! You rock dude!

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-13, 08:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 996
Posted By HeyPip

That's an awesome resource Randy, thanks. It...

That's an awesome resource Randy, thanks. It covers removing stickers really well. But , I need to remove some water transfer decals. Are there any resources for removing water transfer decals?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-13, 08:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 815
Posted By HeyPip

Gorgeous bike! You have a lot of history there....

Gorgeous bike! You have a lot of history there. I hope you post pics of it when its complete. BTW, your shifters are on backwards.

Pip
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-13, 08:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,574
Posted By HeyPip

I've bought them on E bay, with the step ferrule,...

I've bought them on E bay, with the step ferrule, for $15.

Pip
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