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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 352
Posted By RustyJames

Good one 🤣🤣

Good one 🤣🤣
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 555
Posted By RustyJames

Someone may correct me but 36/40H and light...

Someone may correct me but 36/40H and light weight aren’t a “thing” since that set up is touring use and light weight isn’t the primary objective.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,923
Posted By RustyJames

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1179x1767/img_6146_56adaff9c77f9db25670c199fa9fbab335eb3037.jpeg

https://offerup.co/l3saySquUIb

Umm…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,137
Posted By RustyJames

These seem like reasonable suggestions…

These seem like reasonable suggestions…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,001
Posted By RustyJames

I have a similar M.O. as a seller. My standard...

I have a similar M.O. as a seller. My standard line is that “I am open to in-person offers”. So far, all of the buyers I've interacted with don’t make offers before seeing the goods.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,001
Posted By RustyJames

What I do as a BUYER on Marketplace, OfferUp,...

What I do as a BUYER on Marketplace, OfferUp, etc.;
- I don’t use the formatted “is this available” or whatever template is offered. I ask specific questions about things not mentioned in the ad. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,917
Posted By RustyJames

Strawbunyan Nice grab and I fully agree that Dave...

Strawbunyan Nice grab and I fully agree that Dave is an aces guy. I look forward to seeing how things turn out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 507
Posted By RustyJames

If it were mine, (I have something in similar...

If it were mine, (I have something in similar condition) I would lightly clean it up, check for terminal rust, service it and call it good.

A good restoration would be $$$$ but if that has more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,917
Posted By RustyJames

Stumpjumper or RockHopper. Well made, bazillions...

Stumpjumper or RockHopper. Well made, bazillions around, no proprietary parts/odd sizes (that I can think of).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 620
Posted By RustyJames

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

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6106_9b38459b503ce8bb1da4883660d5fbbac584691d.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 620
Posted By RustyJames

$10 "Crummy Old Bike"

A few years ago I was flipping through FB Marketplace and saw an ad that stated, as you may have guessed, a "crummy old bike" for $10. The pics were terrible but showed a generic looking hybrid and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-16-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 815
Posted By RustyJames

Please do. Legnano was a VERY heavy hitter in...

Please do. Legnano was a VERY heavy hitter in Italian cycling in the first half of the 20th century.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 11:02 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,042
Posted By RustyJames

As the kids say…cool AF!!

As the kids say…cool AF!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,923
Posted By RustyJames

I shake my head every time I see an ad where the...

I shake my head every time I see an ad where the brand name/model is misspelled even though it is on the bike in the photo. C’mon people, get it together…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,327
Posted By RustyJames

Pretty much by the 70’s the binder was the more...

Pretty much by the 70’s the binder was the more conventional style.

This may be of some value Condorino Site (https://condorino.files.wordpress.com/2014/06/legnano_orange_01.jpg)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 13,888
Posted By RustyJames

The Allez rides sooo nice and kinda ticks the box...

The Allez rides sooo nice and kinda ticks the box for “spritely 80s steel” but I also have my Strawberry that was made the same year and is almost finished. The Circuit also rides very nice and the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 01:51 PM
Replies: 301
Views: 13,888
Posted By RustyJames

If I counted, which is only slightly daunting, I...

If I counted, which is only slightly daunting, I think I’m around 22. 4 are sitting by the front door and will be listed for sale when the weather improves here in Oregon. 3 or 4 more will need some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,435
Posted By RustyJames

Watching it right now. Gracias.

Watching it right now. Gracias.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2,390
Views: 565,673
Posted By RustyJames

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

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1179x1764/img_6055_4cbbabc45809a33f03b35f4a5bb33dfe9bd28ad0.jpeg

This one popped up on my FB feed. A young Paul Anka….on a Legnano!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,435
Posted By RustyJames

Thank you!! Downloaded.

Thank you!! Downloaded.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,162
Posted By RustyJames

WooHoo! Another member in the Merz tribe. If it’s...

WooHoo! Another member in the Merz tribe. If it’s anything like mine, Mafac cantis. Portlandjim was very helpful providing info about my bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,077
Posted By RustyJames

I’ll throw a fly into the ointment. 40...

I’ll throw a fly into the ointment.

40 years ago drop bars were part of the experience but knees, back, etc may not be as limber as they once were. As suggested, try bikes out but don’t disregard...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By RustyJames

They definitely can be. Our friend Portlandjim...

They definitely can be. Our friend Portlandjim was making repros a few years back. I was missing the female end on mine and fabbed one from an old bolt.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 789
Posted By RustyJames

I’m a car guy and agree with 👆. Since we’re...

I’m a car guy and agree with 👆.

Since we’re talking about 50+ y/o bikes I would add some sort of container, brushes and degreaser for cleaning stuff with caked on dirt and grease. I don’t know how...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 548
Posted By RustyJames

I have one of these bikes and mine is from the...

I have one of these bikes and mine is from the ‘50s. As has been noted, they made this machine into the ‘80s with only minor changes kind of like 26” ballon tire cruisers here in the states. iab is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,263
Posted By RustyJames

This years take homes were a not quite fancy but...

This years take homes were a not quite fancy but complete 1965 Schwinn Traveler in Copper, a baggy delta frame Cannondale, a Cilo that thankfully had a good BB and the crown jewel, a barn find Merz....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,319
Posted By RustyJames

Freshly painted and hanging up inside your home....

Freshly painted and hanging up inside your home. You and I are kindred spirits.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,646
Posted By RustyJames

^^^^ x 1000 See facilitators section...

^^^^ x 1000



See facilitators section of the forum.

If my “first-love” bike became available I probably couldn’t afford it. Early Mongoose BMX bikes are selling for $$$$!!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,380
Posted By RustyJames

DiaCompe Guidonnet levers are the answer. Classic...

DiaCompe Guidonnet levers are the answer. Classic vibe and, from what I’ve heard, they work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By RustyJames

Yep, KoolStop and pedal on. ✌🏼

Yep, KoolStop and pedal on. ✌🏼
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,579
Posted By RustyJames

I think I know the shop you are referring to and...

I think I know the shop you are referring to and it took a month to get a set of in-stock hubs. I’m not sure if it was the shipping company or the vendor but I have chosen to eliminate one of those...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 712
Posted By RustyJames

Gripshift ads are well timed with discussion of...

Gripshift ads are well timed with discussion of them in another thread.

As always, thank you SpeedofLite for putting these articles on the forum for us to peruse.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-05-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 606
Posted By RustyJames

I would be all over that generous offer from...

I would be all over that generous offer from AdventureManCO but if that doesn’t work mine would fit the requirements. They’re missing the backside mounting nuts and washers but okay otherwise.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-24, 01:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 682
Posted By RustyJames

SpeedofLite Fabulous articles! Thank you for...

SpeedofLite Fabulous articles! Thank you for posting this for us.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 537
Posted By RustyJames

I have an inexplicable fondness for Suntour dork...

I have an inexplicable fondness for Suntour dork discs so I’m happy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-24, 10:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 537
Posted By RustyJames

Removal of the FW body wasn’t too horrible. I...

Removal of the FW body wasn’t too horrible. I removed the pawls and put some channelocks on the flats and it came off fairly easy. Lucky me!

Note to future googlers - a 2 pin Suntour tool on a 4...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 11:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,497
Posted By RustyJames

Unusual scenario - I was with the GF at her...

Unusual scenario - I was with the GF at her parents house (second time I have been there) and her dad says he hears I like working on old bikes and asked if I would want some of his old stuff when he...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 11:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,497
Posted By RustyJames

I have one of those. Chunky and awesome!

I have one of those. Chunky and awesome!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 05:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 873
Posted By RustyJames

AdventureManCO my son just turned 13 and has...

AdventureManCO my son just turned 13 and has “sort of” ridden C&V.

His first real bike was an early 2000s Redline BMX (~4 years ago) and his current is an XS(39 cm) late 90s Trek. He transitioned...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-23, 09:18 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,923
Posted By RustyJames

The doll feet sticking out of the box is creepy...

The doll feet sticking out of the box is creepy to the nth degree.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,483
Posted By RustyJames

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/675x650/img_4675_fda3a3a20500cb6dbbc5fb46634abb5370cbfdb6.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,260
Posted By RustyJames

I’ll take one of those!!!

I’ll take one of those!!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 02:40 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,923
Posted By RustyJames

Described as a “Bincki” ...

Described as a “Bincki”

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1179x1557/img_5587_f212e5786a6ef149c05ae2325be43b2d2511759e.jpeg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,260
Posted By RustyJames

These came up on my facebook feed; ...

These came up on my facebook feed;

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/822x1119/img_5583_e7a9bbfc5e3b0f5c6cf27fee6d7de6c186d1bedb.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-23, 10:18 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,467
Posted By RustyJames

Ask bulgie if he will warranty it. 🙂

Ask bulgie if he will warranty it. 🙂
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,743
Posted By RustyJames

- Sell bikes gathering dust and will likely...

- Sell bikes gathering dust and will likely continue to do so
- Dive in building wheels. I have 2 sets of rims with hubs ready to go with aspirations for a few more sets.
- Start/finish my first...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,092
Posted By RustyJames

nlerner and pastorbobnlnh thank you for the...

nlerner and pastorbobnlnh thank you for the feedback. Adding it to the Christmas list.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,092
Posted By RustyJames

This stuff is EXACTLY what I want do with my old...

This stuff is EXACTLY what I want do with my old BSA-thing.

You folks using modern bar-ends, I see S-A is selling one that has the correct pull for old hubs. Anyone have any experience? I was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 11:51 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,325
Posted By RustyJames

Update - I started cleaning the front rack....

Update -

I started cleaning the front rack. Pics show 1/2 of rack that was mostly cleaned up. Fair amount of chrome plating flaking off.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,742
Posted By RustyJames

Leave the Pappy out. I’ll be over later…

Leave the Pappy out. I’ll be over later…
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