Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: systemBuilder
Showing results 1 to 9 of 9
Search took 0.00 seconds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 40,088
Posted By systemBuilder

1974 Schwinn Paramount P15-9, size 24". Just...

1974 Schwinn Paramount P15-9, size 24". Just finished the restoration. It was quite non-stock to begin with. I got rid of the suicide levers and downtube shifters, all cables are new including barcon...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-24, 12:04 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,559
Posted By systemBuilder

They probably changed paint suppliers and the old...

They probably changed paint suppliers and the old supplier probably owned the paint formula or it was based the old supplier's pigments (which may differ from the new supplier's pigments). Anyway,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-24, 02:45 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,199
Posted By systemBuilder

I worked with Brian Baylis to repaint a 1974...

I worked with Brian Baylis to repaint a 1974 Raleigh International in Copper color. Brian liked to use House of Kolor candy paints. The solution we both decided was the closest was the Orange/Copper...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 05:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,932
Posted By systemBuilder

Steve, I brought Brian a few beater-ebay frames...

Steve, I brought Brian a few beater-ebay frames in 2004 and asked him to restore my 1974 copper frame as a 1972 chartreuse yellow-green. He said, "No need for a paint code I know exactly what color...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-23, 02:20 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,559
Posted By systemBuilder

RALEIGH PRO STEEL BLUE 1977-1980 Here is a...

RALEIGH PRO STEEL BLUE 1977-1980

Here is a paint code. I have a NOS Raleigh Pro MARK V fork (the fork blades are 28x19 imperial oval so they are flatter than just about any other part of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-22, 06:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,051
Posted By systemBuilder

The chrome transition decals are 3.5-3.7mm wide,...

The chrome transition decals are 3.5-3.7mm wide, total, consisting of a white, black, and white band within the 3.5mm. So the total width of the decal is about 1/7th of an inch. I enclose 2 photos in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-22, 08:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,893
Posted By systemBuilder

I have a theory that the frame is damaged, I am...

I have a theory that the frame is damaged, I am sorry to report. The wrap-over stays on these models is just a single piece cast steel, a time saving device on lower-end models. It tapers to a thin...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-21, 07:45 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,932
Posted By systemBuilder

I am probably the only guy ever to restore one of...

I am probably the only guy ever to restore one of these bikes. The red one has a Gnnnn serial number indicating a 1972 frame. That's very interesting because I thought these models were gone by the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-04-20, 02:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,341
Posted By systemBuilder

That special GB stem with the elevated perch for...

That special GB stem with the elevated perch for the bolt head - I have also seen that on an all-original 1971 professional (or international) and its a very early part. You could always check the...
Showing results 1 to 9 of 9


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.