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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 502
Posted By top506

WAY BITD (early 60's), Scalextric was one of the...

WAY BITD (early 60's), Scalextric was one of the first slot car brands that made it over to the US. I'm sure there are a bunch of other slot geeks here.

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(humbled by the pros at Elmsford...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 623
Posted By top506

Well, it happened anyway. No Jim and Sharon, so...

Well, it happened anyway. No Jim and Sharon, so no pics.
Sorry you all had to bail, Gany and I had a GREAT ride.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 05:15 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 711
Posted By top506

Different bikes. The Alan will be stiffer and...

Different bikes.
The Alan will be stiffer and less susceptible to high speed wobble. The Vitus will have a plusher ride and be a little flexy in the larger sizes. Fast descents on the Vitus can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 05:03 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,012
Posted By top506

Just ordered the 7401 hoods in white. Top

Just ordered the 7401 hoods in white.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 05:36 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,194
Posted By top506

I think I rode my new gravel bike two or three...

I think I rode my new gravel bike two or three times before I replaced the 1x with a double crank.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 623
Posted By top506

As things stand right now I'm penciling in Sunday...

As things stand right now I'm penciling in Sunday 14 April. Weather looks better. nlerner, make sure you can carry that beer I owe you.....

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,012
Posted By top506

Blessed by the Rev. Top

Blessed by the Rev.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,012
Posted By top506

Just posted on his blog asking about 7401 hoods...

Just posted on his blog asking about 7401 hoods in white.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 537
Posted By top506

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/318x614/moto_3_24ec1425676c1e0038d675ae23ab19b5fcccf010.jpg

Works fine.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 623
Posted By top506

CCRT season opener ride, pretty sure it's #12

With the coming of mud season and the first robins, it's time to post the CCRT spring ride!
Patriot's Day weekend, either 4/13 or 4/14, depending on what works for the most people.
Dennis trailhead...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,524
Posted By top506

Contax IIIa, the PzKpfw V of 35mm rangefinders, a...

Contax IIIa, the PzKpfw V of 35mm rangefinders, a monument to German over engineering.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,273
Posted By top506

Only one C&V keeper; ...

Only one C&V keeper;


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1274/bj_23_85761603b65a2ec266ef0e97f7e7ff869fe90beb.jpg

I found myself working for a Trek dealer, and their EP...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,811
Posted By top506

The colorway of this bike is burgundy and black,...

The colorway of this bike is burgundy and black, hence the saddle, housing, hoods, and Benotto Cello tape to match the seat tube panels and head tube

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 734
Posted By top506

This turned up on Marketplace in Bangor a few...

This turned up on Marketplace in Bangor a few years back. I had it blasted and coated, graphics by the late, lamented Velocals:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,811
Posted By top506

Getting the drivetrain squared away: NR crank and...

Getting the drivetrain squared away: NR crank and DRs....


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,385
Posted By top506

This. Works like a charm: Top

This. Works like a charm:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 714
Posted By top506

On a double it trims nicely, on a triple not so...

On a double it trims nicely, on a triple not so much.
You might find this interesting:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 09:57 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,499
Posted By top506

Once you get the lens elements out try a little...

Once you get the lens elements out try a little lighter fluid.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,811
Posted By top506

Stripped, cleaned, touched up, and waxed: ...

Stripped, cleaned, touched up, and waxed:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1515/bj_8_5c4c4d0a6747d518a3cecb3675e53b78a93a0557.jpg

I had decided going in that the bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 06:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,793
Posted By top506

FWIW, I have what had been a basket case Ironman...

FWIW, I have what had been a basket case Ironman that I cold set to 130mm, powdercoated, had new graphics made, and installed a SRAM Apx group on:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 06:25 AM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 782,223
Posted By top506

If those are BL-1051 (which is what I think I...

If those are BL-1051 (which is what I think I read) these will work if still available.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-23, 05:54 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,793
Posted By top506

I had this very bike: ...

I had this very bike:


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/580x414/13_d10403e20612212b2d4b8d0ee8abb62ca7e7044b.jpg

If it had been a size smaller I'd still have it.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,904
Posted By top506

This Allez was a mint dump find: ...

This Allez was a mint dump find:


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20220114_123901_1__2b0aea41e68f857225f72e87c4f1db0a3db3af84.jpg

I had to do some driving and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-23, 06:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,850
Posted By top506

Klein Performance: ...

Klein Performance:


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1471/klein_3915af0516fe7bcffc5e6772e34034c466c7c183.jpg

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-26-23, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,894,751
Posted By top506

I liked my Domane SL so much that I got its...

I liked my Domane SL so much that I got its country cousin:


https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1290/checkpoint_1_842ab8ecf10f10c4bbb3f8fecf127b4b75d76eeb.jpg

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 06:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,811
Posted By top506

Fanny's yer aunt, Bob Jackson's yer uncle: bike rescue again.

This time I took before pictures:

As it was loaded into my truck:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1399/bj_1_a9c8dd5716dbd09b4ffb8e0dd12aedc2aa92f748.jpg

30 seconds...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 05:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 715
Posted By top506

Look just like the pedals I took of the Olmo,...

Look just like the pedals I took of the Olmo, except cleaner:
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1093/olmo_e_699b5dcf44fd06c371275c041abb17342d58ad37.jpg


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 615
Posted By top506

Very good. Top

Very good.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,315
Posted By top506

Yeah, that would be me. Top

Yeah, that would be me.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-23, 06:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,041
Posted By top506

Local metal fabrication shop that does this on...

Local metal fabrication shop that does this on the side/under the table. During COVID it was $50 frame and fork, now up to $70.
A few down sides, single color and they won't mask chrome socks and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,041
Posted By top506

Wasn't my first rodeo..... Top

Wasn't my first rodeo.....

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,041
Posted By top506

Ready to...

Ready to ride!https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1361/olmo_i_f2945f4627a9793d2f638982e238f9b1d62ac5ce.jpg


That saddle has been in the bin for over a decade waiting for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,041
Posted By top506

Thickest seatpost I've ever seen. I had to open...

Thickest seatpost I've ever seen. I had to open it up with a series of drill bits to get it wide enough for a Sawsall blade.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 01:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,041
Posted By top506

My nothing special, unexciting, mid-eighties Italian entry-level bike rescue build .

I really need to stay off CL/Marketplace.
This sad Olmo appeared. My size, an hour away, reasonable price. Off to Lewiston I went.
I almost never take before pictures as I'm too eager to pitch into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-23, 02:48 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 34,487
Posted By top506

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1471/klein_8283af7e509f1b6a18fdff958ecd1803e618ec77.jpg

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,643
Posted By top506

This: ...

This:

https://ride.lezyne.com/collections/inflation-parts-accessories-chucks/products/1-abs1p-chuck-v111

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 12:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,403
Posted By top506

When last I bought a set, the Paranacers didn't...

When last I bought a set, the Paranacers didn't have removable valve cores. An ounce of Stan's in your sew-ups is a lot of peace of mind.
For causal, occasional use or just to utilize a nice tubular...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 06:17 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,661
Posted By top506

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1250/sc_1_be38ee97ac97740552084713c9cf9cf339e915d4.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 06:09 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,499
Posted By top506

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1936x1330/camera_group_zpst9ua7nxk_f144f75cf9e11370f9ee84f08664d7b174d62fcf.jpg

Not the full closet load.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 05:59 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,707
Posted By top506

5. I just don't know which five. Top

5. I just don't know which five.

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-23-23, 05:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,034
Posted By top506

No worries. Top

No worries.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 382
Posted By top506

Is the badger named Bernard, per chance? Top

Is the badger named Bernard, per chance?

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-23, 06:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,339
Posted By top506

You know, there IS a 600 110 BCD triple, right? ...

You know, there IS a 600 110 BCD triple, right?

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-23, 07:07 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,339
Posted By top506

Very early on in my BF career I exchanged several...

Very early on in my BF career I exchanged several emails with Sheldon concerning the care and feeding of Biopace. Mostly he shared his experience with different index positions and tips on setting up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 794
Posted By top506

I have the same bike, 25.8 seatpost. Top

I have the same bike, 25.8 seatpost.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-23, 06:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,457
Posted By top506

I have a PX-10 and a Super Corsa. I need one of...

I have a PX-10 and a Super Corsa. I need one of these to complete the trifecta.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-23, 06:35 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,881
Posted By top506

Klein-patent 564 ...

Klein-patent 564


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1227/564_finish_a98eb76cea5c2a557066b0935995d429d0f6a23b.jpg

594 next in the queue for refinishing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-23, 07:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 525
Posted By top506

I have used the Compe V with a triple with no...

I have used the Compe V with a triple with no issues.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,178
Posted By top506

I've been down that particular rabbit hole: ...

I've been down that particular rabbit hole:


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Have fun, I did!
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-16-23, 02:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 774
Posted By top506

If you really need a 650c rather than a 24" I...

If you really need a 650c rather than a 24" I have one you can have for postage.

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