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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-20, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 683
Posted By gsa103

The only way that can happen is if the cable is...

The only way that can happen is if the cable is slipping. Put a Sharpie mark on the cable where you cinch it down, and see if it's slipping. Taking a little bit of sandpaper can help remove the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Barry2

Matching that metallic green will be fun. Hide...

Matching that metallic green will be fun.
Hide it in plain sight.

I'd bondo the dent and then go with a narrow white band around the tube.

Barry
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-20, 09:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By sovende

I'd fill the "dent" with multiple layers of...

I'd fill the "dent" with multiple layers of acrylic nail polish (clear vs reasonable color match) then finish up with a decal or sticker of some sort. Move the bottle cage to the seat tube and you'll...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-20, 06:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Touch-up paint for now. When (if) you ever get...

Touch-up paint for now. When (if) you ever get around to a repaint, you can address it then. Bondo would work, but I've always preferred metal, either brazing rod or body lead.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

From a repair view this would be harder then many...

From a repair view this would be harder then many dents in a seat tube. First is that the dent in below the upper bottle boss. So any internal device needs to get past this boss. next is that the ST...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 03:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Olefeller77

I think the seat tube will be fine but I would...

I think the seat tube will be fine but I would replace the measuring tape. Looks rough.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 03:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By guy153

Absolutely nothing to worry about except the...

Absolutely nothing to worry about except the cosmetic annoyance.

​​​​​​No harm in using a bit of car body filler if you are able to get hold of some paint the right colour.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Crankycrank

What you can do is insert a long rod or ?? inside...

What you can do is insert a long rod or ?? inside the seat tube to smooth out the dents. Of course you have to get the rod beyond the water bottle braze-on with a little modification but try this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Koyote

This. Once you touch it up with some...

This.

Once you touch it up with some Testor's model paint or nail polish and put on your water bottle cage, it will be almost unnoticeable.

I wouldn't bother with Bondo. More trouble than it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Iride01

Yeah, they got a point, if this was damaged in...

Yeah, they got a point, if this was damaged in shipping you ought to get something for that. Even if the shipper didn't ensure it, there is still a minimum insurance on most all stuff I've shipped. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By SurferRosa

"What’s the probability that it will be fine?" ...

"What’s the probability that it will be fine?"

99.9 percent with a good paint match.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By ClydeClydeson

If it was sold as a 'new old stock' or 'mint...

If it was sold as a 'new old stock' or 'mint condition' collectors item then try to get reimbursed for the damage from the seller or the shipper. Only you can decide what difference this damage makes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 08:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,780
Posted By Iride01

Ride the bike. Just like many other things on...

Ride the bike. Just like many other things on your bike, this should just become one of the things you look at every so often. When you remember to look at it make certain a crack isn't developing....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-20, 04:40 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,303
Posted By noglider

I finally finished my 1971 Raleigh Super Course....

I finally finished my 1971 Raleigh Super Course. I installed a new Claris 2x8 drivetrain, dynamo lights, and Brooks Cambium handlebar tape.

...
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