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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-21, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 484
Posted By dougdunn

tire fit problems

My new tire seems to be too big for the wheel. I have Fulcrum Racing 6 700C wheel and Michelin Dynamic Classic 700 x 28C tire. I can't get the bead to line up all around the wheel no matter what I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-20, 07:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,891
Posted By dougdunn

Fulcrum axle size and dropout width

OK, so far so good, I think? Confused about the rear hub/dropout width. Just give it to me straight, please. Do Fulcrum hubs fit a frame with 135mm rear dropout measurement? Sorry to be so dense!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-03-20, 08:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,891
Posted By dougdunn

Fulcrum AFS brake disc mounting system

Does anyone have Fulcrum disc brake wheels? I am doing a frame-up build and am considering a Fulcrum wheelset. But I don't understand the proprietary "AFS" rotor mounting system that Fulcrum has. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 05:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By dougdunn

Yes, it is a Museeuw frame. Thought I would try...

Yes, it is a Museeuw frame. Thought I would try it out for the price, then went all in and ordered a Sensah/ZRace 11-speed group from China. Just waiting on the EC90 carbon bars to finish the build...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 867
Posted By dougdunn

New carbon fiber frame - what are these mounting points for?

I bought this new frame and have had some questions about it. This one I can't find an answer to. See the photo - I know the set of 2 ferrules at the top of the photo are for a bottle cage. What are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-20, 01:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 847
Posted By dougdunn

Internal cabling on new carbon frame

Sorry for starting a new thread, but too many results for "Internal cabling". Just got my new carbon frame delivered by Fed Ex. It has internal cabling with stops with the holes not big enough to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-20, 06:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,309
Posted By dougdunn

I like the roller-pull. Where can I get them? ...

I like the roller-pull. Where can I get them? Really nice bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-20, 06:27 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,309
Posted By dougdunn

Centering direct mount brakes

Can you tell me a supplier? Tektro?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-20, 06:25 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,309
Posted By dougdunn

Salamandrine, Thanks for the comprehensive...

Salamandrine, Thanks for the comprehensive tutorial!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,309
Posted By dougdunn

Centering direct mount center pull brakes

I bought a very sweet, all original Centurion Pro Tour and I am finally getting some time to spiff it up. It has Dia-Compe direct mount center pull brakes and they are not centered on the rims. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-20, 05:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,069
Posted By dougdunn

Thank you everyone for the help

I finally got tired of messing around with WD40, Liquid Wrench, 50/50 mix of acetone/ATF, and a solution of hot Alum (potassium aluminum sulfate). None worked at all. I drilled out the set screw,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-20, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,069
Posted By dougdunn

Dis-assembling Shimano 600 brifters

I bought a used sent of 600 shifters (ST-6400) and they need to be de-gunked because they're not shifiting. I tried the WD40 route and that didn't fix. So I thought I would take apart and really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-20, 04:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,445
Posted By dougdunn

My Home-built Dishing Tool

Finally had a need for the dishing tool and here it is. Built mostly from stuff in my shop except for the 36" x 3/4" square piece of aluminum tubing. About 9 bucks, I think. The 4 bolts on the ends...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 05:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,537
Posted By dougdunn

Oh, just damned stupid I guess. New hub eh?

Oh, just damned stupid I guess. New hub eh?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-20, 07:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,537
Posted By dougdunn

What did I just buy?

Just bought a set of brand new looking "Zerolite Comp by Vuelta" wheels. Didn't really look hard at them as I was in a hurry. First thing - no skewers. 2nd thing - no cassette or freewheel - and -...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-20, 07:57 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,529
Posted By dougdunn

This hack works! I did hit it a bit harder than...

This hack works! I did hit it a bit harder than a "tap" and I used a 14" pipe wrench, but it worked. Thanks for the tip. DD
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,529
Posted By dougdunn

Percussive Maintenance!

Percussive Maintenance works on some things, but don't try it on your laptop!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-20, 02:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,445
Posted By dougdunn

Measurements of all of you DIY Dishing Tools

All, I like all of the ingenuity that went into these tools. You inspired me. I am going to build by own using 1" square aluminum tube, 3 lag bolts and a few washers and nuts. I like working with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-20, 12:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,445
Posted By dougdunn

I lived in the same neighborhood in the Detroit...

I lived in the same neighborhood in the Detroit suburbs as Gordie Howe. Played Little League ball against both Marty and Mark. Mark was a very good catcher. Never had the guts to play hockey in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-20, 06:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 572
Posted By dougdunn

Building my first wheel

I bought a used wheelset - Mavic MA40 rims and Dura Ace hubs. Front wheel was perfect, rear very warped. Bought a good set of the same rim. Took apart the old rear wheel, measured the spokes,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-27-20, 06:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

My "new" Pro Tour

So, I did pull the trigger on the Robin's egg blue '76 Pro Tour. Spent a bit more than a Super LeMans plus 50%, but I think it was worth it. After new tires and tubes, a complete tune-up, stripping...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 782
Posted By dougdunn

Where can I get more information? I have...

Where can I get more information? I have searched "Centurion" and "German" in all kinds of combinations and not found anything. Can you give me an idea as to Year and then I can look for a catalog.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-20, 08:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 782
Posted By dougdunn

Where is this Centurion from?

I have been corresponding with someone offering this bike. I am interested because I have had Centurions since 1978 and did my only double century on one. I know there is a Japanese Centurion from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-20, 04:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,718
Posted By dougdunn

tips for old barcons

Once you get the barcon off the bars, use a vise and vise-grips to pull the bolt. Should come out easily with that leverage. If not, it is seized metal to metal - throw it away! But, once you get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 05:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,593
Posted By dougdunn

The finished product!

I said I would post a photo when I was finally allowed to post them. Well, I can and here are two pics of the finished product....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 05:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,593
Posted By dougdunn

Send me some?

Those look great. The gold might look better than my stainless steel color. Looks like you might have extras. Could I buy 10 from you?

BTW, great pictures. You're a good photographer and you...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-14-20, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

Head Tube Badge

Yep, I got the last piece or my build, the head badge installed this weekend. It went well, but damn those tiny screw nails are slippery little devils. They littered my garage floor by the end. so...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-08-20, 04:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

Hey, Great! Looks like I can post photos now. OK,...

Hey, Great! Looks like I can post photos now. OK, for the first part of the story look in the "The Bike You Gave Away" thread in Vintage and Classic. So, I gave the bike away - stupid, but.... In...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-08-20, 04:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

'78 Centurion Super LeMans project - finished!!

I think I can post photos now, so here goes! If it posts, I'll finish this post....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-20, 03:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,593
Posted By dougdunn

Thanks Moe for the reference to McMasters. Great...

Thanks Moe for the reference to McMasters. Great resource. I now have a bunch of extra screw nails in sizes #0 x 3/16, #2 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=2) x 1/8,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-06-20, 07:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

Size always matters, eh? :)

Size always matters, eh? :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-20, 06:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,703
Posted By dougdunn

Missed it so bad that I built another one!

I bought a '78 Centurion Super Le Mans from the only distributor in Detroit who handled Centurion. Wasn't even in a store - had to go to a warehouse in a really sketchy part of town. I had read...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-01-20, 06:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

Thanks and about a photo

All,
Thanks for the input. I would post a pic, but seems I can't attach a photo until I have done 10 posts. So here is one more! The idea of a Pro-Tour being worth 50% more than a Super LeMans...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-30-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,503
Posted By dougdunn

Centurion Vintage General

Hey all, Sorry if this is in the wrong place but didn't find any threads that might match. I had a beautiful Centurion Super Le Mans in Robins Egg Blue in the 70s and 80s that I did a double century...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-18-17, 11:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,368
Posted By dougdunn

Pedal suggestions

I tried SPD's on our new tandem and disliked them immediately - poor in and out, poor surface contact. After one day on a 6 day tour, I drove home, took the Looks off my road bike, installed them on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-18-17, 11:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,923
Posted By dougdunn

new to tandeming

Seems to me that a tandem would be perfect for you two. You are both physically fit if she rides as much as you say, and the tandem will level out your biking skills. From my experience in much the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-17, 10:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 54,896
Posted By dougdunn

Goo-Gone

Goo-Gone is made for removing adhesive and is a non-caustic, citrus-based cleaner. Get it at local big-box hardware/lumber yard and maybe your grocery.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-17, 12:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,104
Posted By dougdunn

Can I use 700c rims on a vintage Centurion build-up

I am building a vintage (c. 1982) Centurion Super LeMans frame into a new bike. I have 700c rims and a 105 brakeset. Are things going to fit together or will I have to make modifications, or get a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-17, 01:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,353
Posted By dougdunn

This is my post from 2011. I am finally on the...

This is my post from 2011. I am finally on the track of my baby-blue beauty. I have a frame (black) that I am going to have blasted and powdercoated, a Sora triple group for components (may have to...
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