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03-17-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 325
Posted By Mad Honk

A bit more progress this morning with the headset...

A bit more progress this morning with the headset install. so I need to shout out to jdawginsc , because I keep showing him some junkyard tools and how inexpensive and effective they are. My HS press...
03-16-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 325
Posted By Mad Honk

Zookster, I have and use Var tools for the...

Zookster,
I have and use Var tools for the specialty tools here. I used them at the Bicycle Garage when I worked there (1978-1986) and they have been a staple for me. They are available...
03-16-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 325
Posted By Mad Honk

Lamont, If you have questions or want more...

Lamont,
If you have questions or want more pictures lemme know. I can post things like thread sizes for drop out screws, and other frame items. The tap size today for the DO adjustors is 3X.5...
03-16-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 756,632
Posted By Mad Honk

I'm not sure about these but they seem to have...

I'm not sure about these but they seem to have the 35 size designation. French or Swiss I'm not sure about. But they are here if you want them. Smiles, MH...
03-16-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 325
Posted By Mad Honk

1981 Trek 950 build

I think it is time for a thread dedicated to my latest acquisition instead of just mentioning it in others. I had not been looking for another bike, but AdventureManCO sent this frame to me after he...
03-15-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 5,341
Posted By Mad Honk

AMCO, Now that the lavender "Old Nago" las left...

AMCO,
Now that the lavender "Old Nago" las left the shop, I got a chance to work on your N-1 and my N+1. So a bit cleaning on the Trek 959. It had a bit of grime build up around the bottom bracket...
03-11-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,576
Posted By Mad Honk

No bike work today. About three weeks ago I got a...

No bike work today. About three weeks ago I got a hissing noise every time I applied the brake on my old 1995 truck. So I sent it to the guy who normally works on my auto stuff, asking him to find...
03-10-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Mad Honk

Rob, Buy the fork, put it on the tandem, and...

Rob,
Buy the fork, put it on the tandem, and install dual halogen head lamps in the mid braze ons. Smiles, MH
03-09-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,576
Posted By Mad Honk

The golfers are coming out of the woodwork now...

The golfers are coming out of the woodwork now that it is getting a bit warmer, so a morning full of golf related work. But I got a few minutes to make a few additions to Ciooc. So for SwimmerMike...
03-09-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 555
Posted By Mad Honk

Rob, I would lean toward a factory item that...

Rob,
I would lean toward a factory item that was a special request. or a special order for a rider that wanted fenders. The 1973 that just left here had all of the hallmarks of a production...
03-08-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 5,341
Posted By Mad Honk

Mr. Spads, Same thing here in my shop...

Mr. Spads,
Same thing here in my shop today! One left and soon will grace your front porch, so you got to n=the same. Smiles, MH
03-06-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 218
Posted By Mad Honk

Sloar, Be sure to count the bearings in the...

Sloar,
Be sure to count the bearings in the hub, and make sure one didn't slide down into the space between the race and the hub shell. That kind of stuff drives me crazy when building and...
03-05-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,421
Posted By Mad Honk

John, Keep this up and you are going to...

John,
Keep this up and you are going to have a Campy stash larger than the one I have. Great looking set of bikes and they should compliment your existing collection. Do you have plans to...
03-05-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 5,341
Posted By Mad Honk

Wow! I got up today to a full inbox of...

Wow!
I got up today to a full inbox of PM's. It seems funny that when I offered a bike for sale at my cost it got Crickets, And when I said the magic FREE word all sorts of folks showed up. ...
03-04-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 5,341
Posted By Mad Honk

OK Dave, Perhaps this is the best place for me...

OK Dave,
Perhaps this is the best place for me to offer up this one for disposal. As you were excited about this one when it came in, as was DD, I am less enthusiastic about it. As per your thinking...
03-03-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 5,341
Posted By Mad Honk

For those of you who want to talk me into more;...

For those of you who want to talk me into more; Please don't! I have owned some really nice specimens such as factory issued Trek team bikes, and a couple of nice Schwinns. I now have a handful of...
03-02-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 294
Posted By Mad Honk

SurferRosa , I do participate in the local...

SurferRosa ,
I do participate in the local PBS stations as a continuing donor. They have sent me a few notes about the making of the documentary which I posted earlier. I am not sure whether...
02-24-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,193
Posted By Mad Honk

I just received a notice from WFIU (the PBS radio...

I just received a notice from WFIU (the PBS radio station here) about a podcast from the director of the documentary. Looks like it is about ten minutes in length. Google: WFIU Major Taylor Podcast...
02-23-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 224
Posted By Mad Honk

John, Great video! Nice to see the vintage...

John,
Great video! Nice to see the vintage bikes and the owners. (However, I didn't see the spotlight on Ugly Betty) Maybe next show? Smiles, MH
02-22-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 249
Posted By Mad Honk

I do have just a few bits left over from the...

I do have just a few bits left over from the Ciooc build but they are really just the signature decals. Maybe a few brake company and bike shop stickers lemme know. Smiles, MH
02-22-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6,479
Views: 756,632
Posted By Mad Honk

Kurt, I am about to dismantle two front...

Kurt,
I am about to dismantle two front wheels with Maillard 700 hubs in them. The rims are dark grey Matrix Titans in 36h 27X1". Lemme know if you want them. Smiles, MH
02-21-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 8,727
Views: 1,083,444
Posted By Mad Honk

If not re-chroming at least paint it with a clear...

If not re-chroming at least paint it with a clear coat to prevent further damage. Too bad, but I hope the price was right. Smiles, MH
02-21-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 641
Posted By Mad Honk

You gonna tell me that the Shimano dust cap...

You gonna tell me that the Shimano dust cap didn't fit into the Maillard hub shell! What were those guys thinking by not standardizing parts for interchangeable option. Har! MH
02-19-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 766
Posted By Mad Honk

jdawginsc , I have your Sprint front hub...

jdawginsc ,
I have your Sprint front hub on the Ochsner right now, lemme know when you want it. Smiles, MH
02-18-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,554
Posted By Mad Honk

Bianchigirll , and AMCO, Thanks for the...

Bianchigirll , and AMCO,
Thanks for the threadjack, and trying to bring this discussion back to the original point. Seeing and enjoying each other's bikes is always a good thing. I am sorry...
02-17-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 641
Posted By Mad Honk

I'm going to climb out on a limb with a chain...

I'm going to climb out on a limb with a chain saw, and say I doubt that the manufacturer was changed for the cones, axles and nuts throughout the product line were different from year to year. And...
02-16-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 8,727
Views: 1,083,444
Posted By Mad Honk

Looks like I wore the postal worker out today!...

Looks like I wore the postal worker out today! Parts from Alan, Rob, and Wes all came in at once. Rings for a half step gearing, some shift levers, and a much needed fixing bolt for a Simplex RD....
02-14-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,401
Posted By Mad Honk

I have been putting in time on my Ochsner made of...

I have been putting in time on my Ochsner made of lowly steel from Columbus, but it is a nice ride and handles well. I have it junked up from the Horror Build, but it still is riding like I want it...
02-14-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 1,609
Views: 242,307
Posted By Mad Honk

This one is now gone,2-17-24 So yet another F&F...

This one is now gone,2-17-24
So yet another F&F showed up here in the shop. And as a guy suffering from SHS (Shrinking Human Syndrome) that now fits a 54cm this one is never gonna fit me. So here it...
02-14-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,234
Posted By Mad Honk

Bogey, It is possible that the enablers here...

Bogey,
It is possible that the enablers here will help you out. I just got this F&F in but it is starting from scratch for you. I think it is newer like a 2013 model but should be in the right size...
02-14-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,576
Posted By Mad Honk

Classtime , The co-op is about 2000 SF...

Classtime ,
The co-op is about 2000 SF that is packed with bikes and parts. About once a month I pick up the broken and damaged things that are in need of recycling and off to the metal...
02-13-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 1,609
Views: 242,307
Posted By Mad Honk

Claimed! 2-13-24 While cleaning up around here...

Claimed! 2-13-24 While cleaning up around here I found this new set of a pair of Burley rain pants that have fairly long leg room, and a pair of rain foot protectors. If interested PM me. Smiles,...
02-10-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,193
Posted By Mad Honk

Jim, and All, The Velodrome in...

Jim, and All,
The Velodrome in Indianapolis was named after Major Taylor, and during my stint at Bicycle Garage Indy we could ride from the shop in Castleton Square to the velodrome at the end...
02-08-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,234
Posted By Mad Honk

John, Unfortunately I have had to return...

John,
Unfortunately I have had to return to college golf coaching as of today, so I will be busy herding cats for the next 90 days. Wish I could be there to hang with you guys. Smiles, MH
02-07-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,071
Posted By Mad Honk

I may have given a bit of mislabeling of parts...

I may have given a bit of mislabeling of parts that lead to confusion. When I think of the derailleur body the cage plate closest to the body is on the inside of the finished derailleur cage. And...
02-07-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,576
Posted By Mad Honk

I took my Ochsner and horrified it for the Horror...

I took my Ochsner and horrified it for the Horror bike contest. But I have it on the trainer now, and the seat has been bothering me a bit, so today it got a proper saddle installed and my butt is...
02-05-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,071
Posted By Mad Honk

Andy, and Tiger, The spacers are like a...

Andy, and Tiger,
The spacers are like a Delrin plastic and pretty hard to just file down, or even cut off. I put a dowel or bolt through the center and use a sanding belt to sand down to just the...
02-04-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 7,594
Views: 896,576
Posted By Mad Honk

My Gran Compe calipers need new pads. Kool Stop...

My Gran Compe calipers need new pads. Kool Stop does not have a replacement model, but the Modolo inserts are the right size for the pad holders. So off to the modification bench to see if I can make...
02-02-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8,727
Views: 1,083,444
Posted By Mad Honk

Today was a good day for MH. Some hub love from...

Today was a good day for MH. Some hub love from Sammie at OSH, and more Chaser Tech pulleys for derailleur re-builds. Smiles, MH...
01-31-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 461
Posted By Mad Honk

I am so glad this has worked out well for you...

I am so glad this has worked out well for you Alan! Smiles, MH
01-29-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 8,727
Views: 1,083,444
Posted By Mad Honk

I got a cool copper-tone shipping bag in the mail...

I got a cool copper-tone shipping bag in the mail today:
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Kinda cool for a...
01-29-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 196
Posted By Mad Honk

Rob, The cage assembly will exchange to a...

Rob,
The cage assembly will exchange to a clamp on band very easily. If the OP can save his original band the cage assembly will be all he needs. Smiles, MH
01-28-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 82,868
Views: 13,976,132
Posted By Mad Honk

I'm still going to try and lighten it for a front...

I'm still going to try and lighten it for a front hub. Current rates are $40 shipped. LMK Smiles, MH
01-27-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,071
Posted By Mad Honk

Here is a picture of the body by itself. ...

Here is a picture of the body by itself.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/dsc03073_aaebf93d002533d0022a3959832b9741794b13bf.jpg
This is the part of the body where...
01-26-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,071
Posted By Mad Honk

Tiger, I install the spring with the main...

Tiger,
I install the spring with the main portion outside the body and use slight pressure on the spring to start the grub bolt. Pretty easy with a pair of slip joint pliers. Then a pair of thin...
01-26-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 522
Posted By Mad Honk

This is a Basso that came in with a similar break...

This is a Basso that came in with a similar break on the drive side. It was sometime back around September and I posted pictures of the process. A cut to make the weld go all the way through the...
01-25-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,071
Posted By Mad Honk

Today's derailleur is finished with it's bath and...

Today's derailleur is finished with it's bath and has been lubricated and now just await the pulleys to be installed. I will do some aesthetic work and put them on first thing tomorrow. I was...
01-25-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,071
Posted By Mad Honk

Tiger, Starting a NR today. Parts are...

Tiger,
Starting a NR today. Parts are disassembled and ready for a bath. And then new lube and re-assembly. Th threads for the adjuster bolts and grub screw will be chased and straightened out...
01-23-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,521
Posted By Mad Honk

Dave, I have been known to do crazier things...

Dave,
I have been known to do crazier things like buying an Old Nago and sending the usable parts to NY, and letting PKI, do their thing with the frame. And it still sits here waiting to leave...
01-23-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 520
Posted By Mad Honk

What a nice find! With just a few upgrades...

What a nice find! With just a few upgrades this touring bike will be a wonderful ride. The Shimano brakes are tandem quality for stopping, and there are plenty of bosses for racks and fenders. ...
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