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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 437
Views: 83,045
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Not a Co op but I saw this in the back lot at a...

Not a Co op but I saw this in the back lot at a local thrift store, 24” Bicentennial Varsity.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,201
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I once gave a homeless man a frame and fork, at...

I once gave a homeless man a frame and fork, at the time I didn’t have many extra things . He insisted he knew people with parts and tools and would be able to build and ride it. He looked healthy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 747
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

$35 Klein

I am in the market for a small 26” Mountain Bike for my nephew and responded to a local ad showing a late nineties Specialized HardRock and a price of $35. The seller messaged me back and said no the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,381
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

One of my biggest regrets from the two years I...

One of my biggest regrets from the two years I spent living in Japan was that I didn’t purchase a custom spec made per order Bridgestone (would have been branded as “Anchor”) or Panasonic lugged...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 522
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

This is your bicycle? ...

This is your bicycle?

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 474
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

As this is intended to be ridden daily it needs...

As this is intended to be ridden daily it needs pedals with reflectors, I have a nice pair of Lyotard 136r’s but need to rebuild them as they have French threads. I also need to track down a 45 or 46...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 474
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

A work in progress.

Bars, brake levers, stem and shift levers courtesy of my Panworld donor bike that I gave it’s own surprisingly popular thread. Huret Derailleurs as I promised I’d try and keep it as French as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 463
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Most shameful C & V purchase: Pan World Olympian

Panworld Olympian 10 speed drop frame made in West Germany. It’s all about supply and demand, I needed an upright bar that wasn’t a flat or riser MTB type despite having a fairly extensive parts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 474
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Thank you all, firstly off the new owner of this...

Thank you all, firstly off the new owner of this Frenchie is on the smaller side and I have strong reservations about forcing a 25.4 bar into a French stem even if it’s a common practice and has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 474
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Charity UO-18

I build and maintain a small bicycle fleet for a local charity that provides housing and other assistance to young adults who have aged out of foster care. I build bicycles both for individuals and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,661
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

From my ride earlier today. ...

From my ride earlier today.


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72ish Durifort tubed Follis

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 615
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Some missing information here, yes the the crank...

Some missing information here, yes the the crank should be nearly a drop in replacement but would likely need a longer BB to dial in the chain line. Both cranksets appear to be 104 - 4 BCD out and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-07-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 281
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Free Pay Shipping ‘91 Trek 2100 Pro 58cm Frame and Fork

This item has been claimed.

Free. All I ask is reimbursement for shipping costs.

58cm trek 2100 frame and fork with Tange headset, cable guide and seat post binder bolt. Some minor scratches...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,608
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I’ve always loved this fake Vitus “Super...

I’ve always loved this fake Vitus “Super Carbonite” label.

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-27-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 478
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Free pay shipping Bertin and Diamondback frames

Before I go to the local Co op I figured I’d offer these here first. Perhaps a long shot…

Diamondback Mountain Bike no longer available.

62 cm Bertin Tourer. While a Bertin it’s ugly and likely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,590
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

A few more Super Corsa photos. Again these are...

A few more Super Corsa photos. Again these are all of the same frame. Schreck83 I built this largely from the parts that came from your Grand Jubilee.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-30-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 237
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

23” 1985 Schwinn High Sierra frame and fork.

1985 Schwinn High Sierra ATB frame and fork. Cantilever brake model, 130mm rear spacing, 68mm ISO bb, 1” JIS head tube and race, for 22.2mm stem and 25.8mm post. More of a touring or ATB bike for 26”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,296
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Hit it with an upside can of spray duster...

Hit it with an upside can of spray duster followed by a drop of oil. The cone should come apart with a drift and hammer to the pin holes followed by the RJ pipe wrench method.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 868
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

You could try Naval Jelly, I’ve had some success...

You could try Naval Jelly, I’ve had some success mixing Naval Jelly and Evaporust. A method I’ve used on dropouts and fork tips that would likely work here would be to remove the seatpost and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 495
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Not a flipper BUT…

I am present living in a temporary situation with all of my bikes and most of my tools having been moved. Not liking the idea of living without a bicycle I found a Trek 410T in my size with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-11-23, 08:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 979
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

If you can build wheels Sun Rims CR18 in 26 1...

If you can build wheels Sun Rims CR18 in 26 1 3/8” (ISO 590) size are a great value and only 6 mm larger in Diameter than 650b’s. Same sized used by most English 3 speeds. While selection is more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 434
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I would vote Switzerland a new national...

I would vote Switzerland a new national abbreviation.

Literally the first google search image for “Cilo Bicycle” shown here, however it’s been repainted and the “Pacer” model shown at the bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-23, 08:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 434
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Mystery French Frame Identification No 2.

The second frame set I acquired today also appears to be French. At the moment I do not have many tools or parts but I can ascertain it has right hand BB threads both left and right, 68mm BB shell,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-23, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 561
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Juvela thanks once again, Kroozer there is a...

Juvela thanks once again, Kroozer there is a remarkable resemblance.


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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-30-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 307
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

53cm Nishiki Comp II Frame and Fork.

No Longer Available.

Small Nishiki Comp II frame and fork. Very nice condition appears to have been stored indoors and seldom ridden. Very nice paint, not even a scratch on the drive side chain...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-25-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Weinmann 27” rims with Normandy Sport high flange...

Weinmann 27” rims with Normandy Sport high flange hubs. The rear wheel with the Eyelets is French Threaded, all non hooked. I think I finally quit taking these apart when I realized that building...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 433
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Two rides around the block now, so far so good… ...

Two rides around the block now, so far so good…


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New part installed. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 856
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

There is one detail that would make me suspect...

There is one detail that would make me suspect some of the braze ons to be latter additions: the inclusion of a clamp stop just behind the shifter boss braze ons.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,283
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Twine

I find Twine works pretty well, I ‘sealed’ this one with beeswax lip balm, I have another I shellacked ....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,173,491
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

E G Bates 531 tubing $150 N San Diego

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,452
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I find the man’s work impressive, his front wheel...

I find the man’s work impressive, his front wheel looks like a Normandy hub but I can’t exactly put my finger on the lacing pattern here. I suppose that is why it’s art, it’s boldly familiar yet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-23, 09:21 AM
Replies: 736
Views: 49,367
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Glad it found a home, if I recall correctly it...

Glad it found a home, if I recall correctly it came from a very tall maroon to silver fade M400. I’m still holding on to the uncut late model Judy I took from the same bike as I’m sure someday I’ll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-23, 12:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,193
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

eBay sellers: 26mm clamp: Removed from...

eBay sellers:

26mm clamp: Removed from bicycle with drop bars

French Threads I: Removed from Peugeot

French Threads II: Part is clearly labeled “Made in France”

French Stem: French Brand
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,173,491
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I’m 41 going on 60 and just about never carry...

I’m 41 going on 60 and just about never carry around my cell phone so wasn’t able to take a photo. The local Co op had a 21” 1987 Schwinn Prelude in Ice Pink. I didn’t ask what they wanted but I’d...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-23, 01:42 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,173,491
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Any fans of bicycles from the Communist block?...

Any fans of bicycles from the Communist block? $385 San Diego

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,224
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I Grew up in Goat head country and fixing a flat...

I Grew up in Goat head country and fixing a flat tire was an essential skill if you wanted to ride a bicycle. My advice is that there isn’t one solution. Kevlar belted tires are the best idea and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-23, 09:58 PM
Replies: 364
Views: 47,868
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Obligatory white PX10

Everybody’s got one, here is mine:


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-22, 10:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 808
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

50.4 Chainring Modification

I have access to a machine shop at work and the machinist is often happy to take on side projects when things get slow.

Here are a few pictures of a tool holder he made in order to remove the worn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 744
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

You can remove one cog and spacer from the...

You can remove one cog and spacer from the cassette giving you 8 speeds with 9 speed spacing, this will fit a 7 speed freehub body. If you remove a cog from the center range there may be a down...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-22, 10:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,199
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I ran into the exact problem with 27” wheels on...

I ran into the exact problem with 27” wheels on my PX10. The solution is a Mafac brake that use a bridge labeled “451.” These place the posts closer the center mount....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-22, 01:59 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,173,491
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Small Trek 620 $50

A great deal for someone on the shorter side:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-22, 01:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 910
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

While not French in appearance tall stems made in...

While not French in appearance tall stems made in French dimensions; 22.0mm quill shaft and 25.0mm Bar clamp do exist....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,060
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Addressing only the reuse of old spokes I find it...

Addressing only the reuse of old spokes I find it best to keep them in the same position as before. Not having seen your spokes I’d be hesitant to reuse them if it looks like material is missing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 347
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Where is the leak coming from? If it’s from the...

Where is the leak coming from? If it’s from the adjustment knobs or caps on the crown it may be normal and compounded by years of being stored upside down. There may be other variations but yours...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-22, 11:49 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,279
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

7 speed freehub to 5 speed freewheel

Looks like I’m doing it backwards, built my 89 Trek using older components. The combination of the proprietary dropouts, 126mm spacing, hub shell width and Freewheel stack height enabled a dish-less...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-22, 08:54 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,173,491
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

86 Gitane Victoire $75 San Diego

Mid range Gitane, Appears to be a larger size

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-22, 09:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 711
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

I keep it in an old Tupperware container with or...

I keep it in an old Tupperware container with or without a lid and seal it with a heavy duty reusable shopping bag and an industrial rubber band. I also keep it sealed when parts are soaking in it. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 443
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Soak in Evaporust for a few hours followed by a...

Soak in Evaporust for a few hours followed by a little Quick-glo on the steel parts, evaporust will not harm the aluminum. I also paint the back side of the post swedge with Testors paint once the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-22, 05:52 PM
Replies: 736
Views: 49,367
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Three bolt inner Stronglight, six bolt outer TA,...

Three bolt inner Stronglight, six bolt outer TA, 116 bcd both.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-22, 06:57 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,761
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

San Diego Bay (again)

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