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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 02:11 PM
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Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Just the tread?

Just the tread?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 06:56 AM
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Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

^The Horror!

^The Horror!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-24, 11:35 AM
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Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I keep two tubular wheel sets ready to go: a free...

I keep two tubular wheel sets ready to go: a free hub 130mm set and a FW 126mm set. This morning I moved the 25mm Sprinter Gatorskins from one wheel set to the other after I took off its 22mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

106 miles yesterday on my glued 22mm Sprinters...

106 miles yesterday on my glued 22mm Sprinters and Ambrosio Nemesis.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

seagrade I don’t understand the issue. Did the...

seagrade I don’t understand the issue. Did the isopropyl alcohol dissolve the base tape glue? If the tire was centered, would there be room for it under the brakes? I think your Bianchi wants 23s or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-23, 07:26 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

If there is no glue on the other rim, I’d put two...

If there is no glue on the other rim, I’d put two thin layers of glue on it and move the tire over. I just did something similar. There was glue already on the other rim so I put one thin fresh...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I think TL repair kits use a plug. To use on a...

I think TL repair kits use a plug. To use on a tubular, you would have to get the plug into the puncture of the tube in a tubular tire and it would have to stay there while you are riding? Not likely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-23, 07:32 AM
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Posted By Classtime

Take it easy on that one!

Take it easy on that one!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I’ll never use tape but some folks like it. Leave...

I’ll never use tape but some folks like it. Leave ‘em be.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I weigh 155 and I run 110psi in my 22mm...

I weigh 155 and I run 110psi in my 22mm Continental Sprinters. If the roads are rough like EroicaCA or The BWR, I run 90 in my Sprinter Gatorskins.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Holy Cow! How do you get the tube back in?

Holy Cow! How do you get the tube back in?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-23, 09:10 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

You guys like the Vittorias. I didn’t like the...

You guys like the Vittorias. I didn’t like the ribs catching and holding little sharp things. They sure are much easier to mount than Sprinters or Competitions.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-23, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Get that Sprinter Gatorskin stretching as soon as...

Get that Sprinter Gatorskin stretching as soon as you can. They are a bear to mount -- not easy peasy like your Corsas. But once you get it on your rim It will stay put to get you home. (Cool Bike.)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-23, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I believe Tufo tires are designed with sealant in...

I believe Tufo tires are designed with sealant in mind.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

The Margin of Safety

I wouldn’t attempt 5,000ft of climbing over 50 miles on clinchers that looks like these:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 07:15 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Sure you can. Go wider if you’d like. The only...

Sure you can. Go wider if you’d like. The only compatibility issues I’ve encountered is trying to use 25s on newer wider rims like Major Toms.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Tape and Di2 go together well. ...

Tape and Di2 go together well.

Continental’s glueing instructions are effective. After a brutal roadside tire change at mile 100 of a 130 mile event, I use less and less and continue to struggle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-23, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I understand that Hexane would work the best. I...

I understand that Hexane would work the best. I also read that it is not likely that thinning will return the Mastik to original effectiveness. I always store my can upside down but I am down to 1/3...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

For newbies: Just be aware -- If you put...

For newbies:
Just be aware -- If you put sealant in tires that are used seasonally or only rarely for special occasions, the sealant will dry into a clump in the tube. It happened with my CX race...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-23, 07:42 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

$23.44 shipped from CC today for a can of...

$23.44 shipped from CC today for a can of Mastic. I don't know how many tubulars I have installed with the can that is sitting on my shelf which is a little less than half full--maybe 7-8?

A...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-23, 10:03 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

We don’t need to go that far. How bout first-time...

We don’t need to go that far. How bout first-time users should consider glue because tape makes it much more expensive than clinchers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-23, 06:10 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I performed the Continental video regimen in the...

I performed the Continental video regimen in the beginning of my tubified riding. If you try that, don’t expect your friends to wait for you while you mount a spare — it an 11 for sure.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-23, 09:13 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

FWIW, I have mounted a spare on the road that had...

FWIW, I have mounted a spare on the road that had dry glue, and had a difficult time removing it after I repaired my good tire.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Like DD pointed out, punctures are more likely...

Like DD pointed out, punctures are more likely when the roads are wet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

What tires are they? If they have latex tubes,...

What tires are they? If they have latex tubes, that will happen..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Question: When you have two nice wheel sets --...

Question:
When you have two nice wheel sets -- one clincher and one tubular that go with your weekend 50 mile local ride nice bike, which wheel set to you choose under the following conditions?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I don't like to fold the tire with the tape...

I don't like to fold the tire with the tape against tape on pre-glued tires because it puts too much stress on the base tape when I separate it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 11:30 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I don't normally use sealant. I prefer to use the...

I don't normally use sealant. I prefer to use the spare and patch the punctured tire when I get home. Sealant can dry into a clump inside the tube if you don't ride that tire regularly and you need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

No more glue! Get your tire on straight. Pump...

No more glue!
Get your tire on straight. Pump it up to 100psi and try to roll it off. If you can’t then leave it til Summer.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

That team mechanic is mounting Continental Comps...

That team mechanic is mounting Continental Comps which in my experience are as tight as Sprinters and maybe more delicate in the base tape dept. Notice the guy off to the left pre-stretching😧
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

https://youtu.be/mabw5iVxpyQ ...

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The Continental guy is a monster and he needs to put his weight into it. You can’t see they all are really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 12:54 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Don’t give up so easily. I’ve only used...

Don’t give up so easily. I’ve only used Continental and Vittoria glues. What are you using? And I don’t think tire irons can be used to good effect. You want to stretch as you go and if you run out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Yep. Go round and round, spin to check, make some...

Yep. Go round and round, spin to check, make some adjustments, repeat til your satisfied.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

:lol: You can’t be serious. 😇 Do over. You can do...

:lol: You can’t be serious. 😇 Do over. You can do much much better. You have 4 months.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I think have a test tube also. 10 years ago, it...

I think have a test tube also. 10 years ago, it was all I could find at several LBS. I have been afraid to use it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Once in a while we strip off the old glue anyway...

Once in a while we strip off the old glue anyway and I didn’t notice a difference. Another though…at 70 bucks a can, that glue could be pretty old.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Yep. I used to use Continental also. I’m about...

Yep. I used to use Continental also. I’m about 1/2 way through my can of Mastic One at the moment. I’ve been using it on my Continental tires without problems😉
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-23, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Maybe try this? ...

Maybe try this?
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I remove the valve core then put the small bottle...

I remove the valve core then put the small bottle tight against the valve with very little mess.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I don't think Tubulars will be more likely to...

I don't think Tubulars will be more likely to flat than tubeless which is the go to tire system for gravel events. 33 is pretty wide and with sealant, go for it. If you don't make the podium because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-22, 10:23 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I use acetone to lean those cheap flux brushes...

I use acetone to lean those cheap flux brushes well enough to reuse.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-22, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

When I take them off the rims, they go back to...

When I take them off the rims, they go back to pre-stretched condition. Especially Sprinters. Luv that Sprinter-330 combo..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-22, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Sorin 20 bucks per is less than I paid for my...

Sorin 20 bucks per is less than I paid for my Rallys when I tried them (and rejected -- never to buy again). But if you can get 3 tires for 60 bucks, go for it. OR tubular tire sewup tire Servizio...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-22, 04:45 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Nice to seal a 1.5mm slice. What pressure is...

Nice to seal a 1.5mm slice. What pressure is holding while you ride? I might have to switch from Stan’s. Although my Stan’s is pretty old.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-22, 02:55 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

There was a thread not to far back discussing...

There was a thread not to far back discussing current production Tubular Rims and I came to the conclusion that the specifications compared favorably to vintage tubular rims and were even more robust...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

I thought the tent sealer was to make the...

I thought the tent sealer was to make the sidewalls easier clean after muddy CX races.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-22, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

And I followed up with a link. I tried to steer...

And I followed up with a link. I tried to steer EV to a nice tubular wheel set but ended up posting the link a second time. I ordered a pair but they took forever to commence shipping while...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-22, 07:19 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

No such thing as 27 inch tubulars. Your rims are...

No such thing as 27 inch tubulars. Your rims are clinchers or 700c tubulars.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-22, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005UGBUNK/ref=p...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-22, 09:04 PM
Replies: 3,246
Views: 416,878
Posted By Classtime

Continental Sprinters can be had for that at...

Continental Sprinters can be had for that at times on sale and they ride much better than Gatorskin Sprinters. I might ride Rally’s again if they were free. I don’t know about the Panaracers.

25s...
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