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Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,484
Posted By Steelman54

Agree, you probably need to get used to it,...

Agree, you probably need to get used to it, adjust it or find one that works for you. Changing saddles for me is a big pain as once it is dialed in I don't want to move it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-22, 07:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,461
Posted By Steelman54

At times hard to tell but from this photo the...

At times hard to tell but from this photo the fork looks bent to me. Seems to be pushed back a bit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-22, 02:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By Steelman54

Yup, its at the weld of rolled and welded type...

Yup, its at the weld of rolled and welded type tube. Has it always been there? Almost looks like perhaps poor finish at the tube level or at Motobecane, just a guess. Either way not great.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-03-22, 01:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 607
Posted By Steelman54

Stronglight 107 Crankset

I'm cleaning up my workshop area and have more bike stuff that I'll never use, so hopefully will go to someone who can and will use.

I ship within 3 days, I'm not Amazon.
Continental US only...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 741
Posted By Steelman54

Honestly, to me it sounds like time for a new rim...

Honestly, to me it sounds like time for a new rim a 1/2" (0.500") lateral movement is pretty far out. If Aluminum check for cracking if you think you want to play with it, but I'd get a new rim.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-22, 09:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 890
Posted By Steelman54

Sure looks like the threads on the Helicomatic...

Sure looks like the threads on the Helicomatic hub are stripped/worn away. Can't imagine the lock ring in much better, looks like time for a new hub set up to me.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,172
Posted By Steelman54

I usually put the freewheel tool in a vise, set...

I usually put the freewheel tool in a vise, set the wheel with freewheel down and unscrew. As Mr. 66 mentioned they can be on there pretty darn tight. Take your time and I noted that you "made" a 2...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-12-22, 12:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 397
Posted By Steelman54

Nitto Seat Post

I've got some more items just taking up space, hoping someone can use these.

I usually ship in 1 to 3 days, I'm not Amazon
Paypal, check (ship after it clears), local pickup welcome

Nitto 65...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,822
Posted By Steelman54

Most times freewheels can be soaked in some type...

Most times freewheels can be soaked in some type of cleaning agent, I use kerosene as it is what I usually have around the garage for my kerosene heater. If it sticks, give it a good soak as oil...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 788
Posted By Steelman54

Spécialités TA makes all kinds of chainrings,...

Spécialités TA makes all kinds of chainrings, look here to see what may be available. Looks like the SRAM is a 130 BCD chainring. Check here: https://www.peterwhitecycles.com/tach.php#alize
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-22, 08:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 982
Posted By Steelman54

Wheels will make your wallet lighter which could...

Wheels will make your wallet lighter which could make you faster, but otherwise all things being relatively equal, new wheels will not make you faster. Of course if your hubs are shot and you are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 351
Posted By Steelman54

Just happened to catch this and looked at Bike...

Just happened to catch this and looked at Bike Hand as I never heard of them. I have the Park truing stand but without the tilting head but the Bike Hand looks like a direct knockoff, but I don't...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-04-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 836
Posted By Steelman54

Cudak888, I added another photo up top, last...

Cudak888, I added another photo up top, last photo, its not great. Also, sent PM.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-04-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 836
Posted By Steelman54

Cudak888, will look at it later today and advise....

Cudak888, will look at it later today and advise. I'll see if I can get a better photo of it for you. Mike
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-22, 04:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,417
Posted By Steelman54

Wow, I didn't know this, I just buy new shoes,...

Wow, I didn't know this, I just buy new shoes, could be saving some money here.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,125
Posted By Steelman54

Memory tells me that Franklin Frame repairs this...

Memory tells me that Franklin Frame repairs this kind of stuff in addition to painting frames, building frames, etc. Might be worth a call/email depending on where you are. Otherwise, I'd move to a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-21, 10:01 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 16,210
Posted By Steelman54

Kool stop tire bead jack, but you know this. ...

Kool stop tire bead jack, but you know this.

I just can't get them on with just my hands and thumb pressure, maybe I'm not doing it correctly, but no matter how I press/compress/squeeze tire, I...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-21-21, 01:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,447
Posted By Steelman54

No surprise, input all over the place. I say...

No surprise, input all over the place. I say keep riding, don't kill yourself trying to go fast, but get a good ride and decent workout. No cardiologist will recommend you over do it, if you died...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-21, 01:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 565
Posted By Steelman54

What do you actually need in terms of parts?

What do you actually need in terms of parts?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-21, 11:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,639
Posted By Steelman54

Might try Franklin Frame, he does this kind of...

Might try Franklin Frame, he does this kind of stuff, also knows a chrome plater. You will have to pay appropriately, but he does really good work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-21, 08:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,034
Posted By Steelman54

Cool bike, I love my Allegro.

Cool bike, I love my Allegro.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-20, 09:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,432
Posted By Steelman54

Very nice, would love to see this built up.

Very nice, would love to see this built up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-10-20, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 879
Posted By Steelman54

Agree with others, inner tube seam hole is...

Agree with others, inner tube seam hole is usually spoke related. I always use the Velox tape, note it comes in different widths.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-20, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,397
Posted By Steelman54

Either way, really sweet bikes.

Either way, really sweet bikes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-20, 08:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,777
Posted By Steelman54

Interesting the Ciocc sold you a frame direct...

Interesting the Ciocc sold you a frame direct from Italy, would have expected they would send you to a distributor in US. But, there is a pandemic on and they need to make Euro's, so all bets off.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-20, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,198
Posted By Steelman54

Don't drill out the eyelets, get the correct...

Don't drill out the eyelets, get the correct spokes/nipples.

From the SunRingle website:Eyelets are pressed into rim spoke holes for reinforcement as a way to obtain even spoke tensions during...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-20, 04:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 679
Posted By Steelman54

Just did the same thing on my bike, I had a 36 -...

Just did the same thing on my bike, I had a 36 - 48, and went to a 34 - 48, so therefore a new inner ring. My set up is a 10 speed and I found I had to tweak both the front and rear derailleurs. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-20, 10:21 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,414
Posted By Steelman54

For a great intro on all things bicycle I'd...

For a great intro on all things bicycle I'd suggest you look at Lennard Zinn's bicycle maintenace book, any edition will be fine for a 40 year old Motobecane. This will show you just about all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-20, 10:05 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,409
Posted By Steelman54

Just my opinion, but I cannot see that you will...

Just my opinion, but I cannot see that you will notice any difference. Why pay for ceramic bearings, unless you are maybe earning your living pedaling.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-20, 10:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,765
Posted By Steelman54

Well, I'll offer an opinion for what it is worth....

Well, I'll offer an opinion for what it is worth. The piece in your hand looks like a bearing cage, not a race. What does the race look like? And, no way an auto shop has a bicycle bearing cage or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-19, 01:30 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 14,674
Posted By Steelman54

Further thought on this one, the joint is likely...

Further thought on this one, the joint is likely a potential crack starter in a fatigue environment (pulling on handlebars while climbing for example). Seems risky to ride for any length of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-19, 11:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,776
Posted By Steelman54

i had an old set of Nashbar rollers from years...

i had an old set of Nashbar rollers from years ago, they were made by Tacx. I got a Tacx belt when i needed a replacement, not sure if Tacx still makes 'em for Nashbar, but might be worth a look...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,864
Posted By Steelman54

Great score here, these are pretty darn nice.

Great score here, these are pretty darn nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-19, 06:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,467
Posted By Steelman54

Nice looking ride, enjoy. I really like these,...

Nice looking ride, enjoy. I really like these, maybe someday one will land at my home.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-07-19, 02:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,946
Posted By Steelman54

yeah, this is weird. I'm convinced its the wheel...

yeah, this is weird. I'm convinced its the wheel after basically disassembling most of this bike and switching wheels around. I thought it was the skewer for a bit but can make it go away with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-19, 08:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 855
Posted By Steelman54

It seems that you already have a triple crank set...

It seems that you already have a triple crank set up with a 30 tooth, combined with the 26 tooth in the back that's pretty low. Why not get to the new location and see how it works? No comment on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-19, 06:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,285
Posted By Steelman54

Waterford Finally On The Road

To all that answered questions with my Waterford build, thanks for the help. The Waterford is finally on the road. It is a used frameset that was in nice condition that I built up. I've got a few...
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