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03-18-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 138
Posted By tkamd73

It is one of these, a drilled 1” headset spacer,...

It is one of these, a drilled 1” headset spacer, apparently I bought the last one a couple of weeks ago.
Tim
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03-05-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 337
Posted By tkamd73

Great article, I’ve got a 91 Waterford OS...

Great article, I’ve got a 91 Waterford OS Paramount, didn’t know they made a 26 version.
Tim
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Replies: 10
Views: 526
Posted By tkamd73

You did quite well I think, aside from the frame...

You did quite well I think, aside from the frame discrepancies, there was not a single component on that bike that matched the cataloged Champione del Mondo bikes from the early 80s.
Tim...
Replies: 10
Views: 526
Posted By tkamd73

More not so good, I don’t think that is a...

More not so good, I don’t think that is a Champione del Mondo from the early 80s. Just going by the lugs, bottom bracket and dropouts, they don’t seem match what’s in the 81 or 83 catalog, certainly...
Forum: For Sale
01-30-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 427
Posted By tkamd73

[ SOLD] Dura Ace SL 7700 dt Shift Levers

Set of slightly used SL 7700 dt 9 speed friction/ SIS shift levers. I bought these new last year, original box and instructions included. $100.00 USD plus shipping....
01-29-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,158
Posted By tkamd73

I was able to get Marc Muller to sign my 91, OS...

I was able to get Marc Muller to sign my 91, OS 66cm frame, after the Waterford last ride this past June. He is on the right, his son is in the middle, and I’m the goof on the left.
Tim
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01-13-24, 12:28 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,551
Posted By tkamd73

I would prefer the Cyclone GT too, but only for...

I would prefer the Cyclone GT too, but only for the looks, the others work well too. It is quite a bit lighter, weight wise, if that matters to you.
Tim
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12-09-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,574
Posted By tkamd73

Ride and wrench on the bikes I have, no new...

Ride and wrench on the bikes I have, no new projects! We’ll see how long that lasts.
Tim
11-28-23, 11:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,291
Posted By tkamd73

Zippo for 2023, but for the first time, in many...

Zippo for 2023, but for the first time, in many years, I didn’t add any bikes either. Not sure if I should rejoice, or just be sad yet.
Tim
11-21-23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 33,230
Posted By tkamd73

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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77 TX900 on Bugline overpass, Sussex WI ( sorry for non-drive side photo)
11-21-23, 08:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,277
Posted By tkamd73

I dunno, I kind of favor the look of the Velocity...

I dunno, I kind of favor the look of the Velocity A23s on a vintage bike, I’ve been using them on all my builds, since my source of nos Campy 36h rims dried out. Not running tubeless though, and all...
11-20-23, 11:15 PM
Replies: 489
Views: 33,230
Posted By tkamd73

Great shot, have kayaked under that bridge many...

Great shot, have kayaked under that bridge many times on layovers. Nice bike too.
Tim

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Replies: 31
Views: 1,116
Posted By tkamd73

Another 88 400 posted, looks like another bad day...

Another 88 400 posted, looks like another bad day at the factory, or that’s just the way Trek did it.
Tim
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11-14-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,992
Posted By tkamd73

Actually no, even though it was a nos replacement...

Actually no, even though it was a nos replacement frame, that was never built up, the paint and decals were in bad shape, both flaking off in many places, possibly storage issues. The photo was taken...
11-14-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,976,992
Posted By tkamd73

Wow, that’s a good deal, my size, and only a few...

Wow, that’s a good deal, my size, and only a few miles from me. Unfortunately I paid 100 dollars for just this part 2 years ago, so I already have one.
Tim

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11-13-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,146
Posted By tkamd73

This thread is a good reality check. Yup, I’m...

This thread is a good reality check. Yup, I’m still living in the land of the perpetually offended.
Tim
11-06-23, 10:51 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,146
Posted By tkamd73

Love Pearls before Swine, best strip since Bill...

Love Pearls before Swine, best strip since Bill Watterson retired.
Tim
10-25-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,762
Posted By tkamd73

This 77 Trek TX900, was the most $$$ I’ve spent...

This 77 Trek TX900, was the most $$$ I’ve spent on a vintage bike, probably cause it’s one of the few bikes purchased whole, and ready to ride. Found it on eBay, it was nearby, so contacted the...
10-24-23, 10:33 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 53,900
Posted By tkamd73

Guess I never added mine after looking through...

Guess I never added mine after looking through this thread.
Tim

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10-23-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,207
Posted By tkamd73

My wife has one of those, it’s her fast bike! ...

My wife has one of those, it’s her fast bike!
Tim


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10-23-23, 09:56 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,280
Posted By tkamd73

Well let’s see: ...

Well let’s see:

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This one...
10-23-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,107
Posted By tkamd73

Very Nice, those Suntour shift levers, in my...

Very Nice, those Suntour shift levers, in my opinion are the best downtube shifters, ever!
Tim
10-19-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,037
Posted By tkamd73

I’ll 3rd isopropyl alcohol, pour some into the...

I’ll 3rd isopropyl alcohol, pour some into the grip, shake it around, dump it out, and slide it on. You got plenty of time to get it where you want it, but after it sits overnight, it’s on.
Tim
10-17-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,118
Posted By tkamd73

Thanks for posting this, I found one of those...

Thanks for posting this, I found one of those frames sitting in El Paso on eBay a few years ago, built it up, and it’s as the article states.
Anyway, took it to the Waterford last ride this past...
10-17-23, 09:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,568
Posted By tkamd73

Thanks for the info, would never consider a boat...

Thanks for the info, would never consider a boat over 16ft without a rudder or skeg, as I do live on big water, and rough and windy is quite common. I’ve paddled boats with neither device, and can...
10-15-23, 07:29 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,995
Posted By tkamd73

I bought my original Blackburn stand shortly...

I bought my original Blackburn stand shortly after buying my Supersport in late 85, saw it at my local bike shop, displayed with a Paramount clamped by the top tube. Bought a second bench mounted one...
10-10-23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 22,281
Views: 4,613,072
Posted By tkamd73

Is that fork bent, and backwards! Tim

Is that fork bent, and backwards!
Tim
10-10-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,054
Posted By tkamd73

I’m sure the OPs cobbled together stand works...

I’m sure the OPs cobbled together stand works great, I’d just make sure my tetanus booster was up to date.
Tim
10-06-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 913
Posted By tkamd73

So rather than wait for tomorrow, you decided to...

So rather than wait for tomorrow, you decided to also pass the pins and needles to us, Thanks! Can’t wait for some pics, to include one of the inside of the tree house, before you start grabbing!😀...
10-05-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,064
Posted By tkamd73

Great thread, and nothing to really add except a...

Great thread, and nothing to really add except a pic of my 85 670 with the Reynolds 531CS frame, that I redid. Pretty sure all the 85 600 series bikes were the same frames, just different components....
10-05-23, 07:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 784
Posted By tkamd73

Nice looking frame, plus it came with the drop...

Nice looking frame, plus it came with the drop bar option. If me, I’d probably get some new wheels built up with Velocity A23 rims, a more hill friendly freewheel, and put the drop bars back on. Have...
09-28-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,586
Posted By tkamd73

I now have 4, three have been posted in previous...

I now have 4, three have been posted in previous threads, this one is from a neighbor, who was given 3 bikes when he purchased a BMW, from an estate sale. He let me pick one, so I took this late...
09-27-23, 07:40 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,337
Posted By tkamd73

Looking at the bikes I’ve restored, and made...

Looking at the bikes I’ve restored, and made comfortable and suitable for me, at 1000 bucks, you got off cheap. Enjoy the hobby and your ride. Nice bike by the way!
Tim
09-21-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,568
Posted By tkamd73

I like doing both, bikes are more lower body,...

I like doing both, bikes are more lower body, kayaks more upper, and they kind of meet in the middle. I have almost as many kayaks as bikes, way less maintenance with kayaks though.
Tim

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08-30-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,620
Posted By tkamd73

A battery powered angle grinder from a big box...

A battery powered angle grinder from a big box store, you could always return it after you’re done. It’s LA no one would even notice. Nice bike, you could also leave a note for the owner, telling...
08-20-23, 05:53 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,681
Posted By tkamd73

Regardless, very nice bike! Tim

Regardless, very nice bike!
Tim
08-16-23, 06:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 563
Posted By tkamd73

Impressive knowledge of geography and history...

Impressive knowledge of geography and history SurerRosa.
Tim
08-15-23, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 511
Posted By tkamd73

60 years, 13 bikes, 4.6 years per bike. Tim

60 years, 13 bikes, 4.6 years per bike.
Tim
08-09-23, 09:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 726
Posted By tkamd73

, The Shriners have clowns that ride oddball...

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The Shriners have clowns that ride oddball bikes in our local Memorial and 4th of July parades. I’m sure they do it in other places too, but obviously not yours! You really think I was calling...
08-05-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,679
Posted By tkamd73

I have bought numerous item from art-bikes, no...

I have bought numerous item from art-bikes, no issues what-so-ever, great seller, with a lot of great items. Beautiful frame, you will be pleased with your purchase.
Tim
07-12-23, 12:00 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,486
Posted By tkamd73

Milwaukee Bike Co frames were made by Waterford,...

Milwaukee Bike Co frames were made by Waterford, which is closed. Not available on Ben’s website for now. Hopefully they find another frame builder, although the draw for me, was the Waterford built...
07-06-23, 09:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By tkamd73

Pretty happy with the professional on mine. Tim...

Pretty happy with the professional on mine.
Tim


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07-05-23, 06:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,532
Posted By tkamd73

Only have one bike with no water bottle mounts,...

Only have one bike with no water bottle mounts, didn’t like the bar or seat mounts, and didn’t want to mar the new paint with a metal band, so found this. The cage is from Velo Orange, or...
07-03-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 5,177
Posted By tkamd73

Yes, SA 2 speed kick back hub, 71 Sports tourer,...

Yes, SA 2 speed kick back hub, 71 Sports tourer, there is a thread somewhere, but its tied in with someone else’s build.
Tim...
07-01-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 5,177
Posted By tkamd73

One of these saddles would look great on that...

One of these saddles would look great on that Varsity, and triple the value at same time!😁
Tim

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06-30-23, 05:57 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 5,177
Posted By tkamd73

I get what you’re sayin, I’ve yet to buy anything...

I get what you’re sayin, I’ve yet to buy anything used that I didn’t at least have to replace the tires, and saddle, which for me would be at least 200 bucks right there.
However, its obvious you’re...
06-30-23, 08:28 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 5,177
Posted By tkamd73

If the bike fits, and is in somewhat decent...

If the bike fits, and is in somewhat decent condition, for 40 bucks, I don’t see how you can lose on this.
I had a Continental that I road for years, had a lot fun riding that bike, it’s heavy, but...
06-29-23, 07:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,305
Posted By tkamd73

I too like plastic tape on a vintage bike. I put...

I too like plastic tape on a vintage bike. I put 3 layers of Benotto tape on my Trek TX900. Started with dark blue, covered it with silver, then covered that with light blue tape.
Tim

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06-14-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,276
Posted By tkamd73

Awesome, Thanks for posting that! My Waterford...

Awesome, Thanks for posting that! My Waterford Paramount gets to go home for a day!
Tim

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06-13-23, 02:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 853
Posted By tkamd73

BF only lets you post 10 images, so here is the...

BF only lets you post 10 images, so here is the catalog cover.
Tim
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