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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 187
Posted By Aubergine

Good lord get the Motobecane! For all the...

Good lord get the Motobecane!

For all the handwringing over the differences of French bikes, one thing is inescapable: they knew how to make bikes that worked well* and had a lovely ride, even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,200
Posted By Aubergine

Truly excellent work.

Truly excellent work.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 146
Posted By Aubergine

Another thing about fit for short people. The...

Another thing about fit for short people. The *length* of the bike might be too long even if the height is ok. The problem is that 27" (and 700c) wheels limit what can be done with a frame and still...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 146
Posted By Aubergine

Link help: ...

Link help:

https://imgur.com/a/100-centurion-le-mans-12-7q9EUnb

Bike looks clean but I suspect it will be a bit too tall for you. It has pretty tall gearing from what I can see. Price is ok for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 958
Posted By Aubergine

Lovely build! I wound up adding 650b wheels to my...

Lovely build! I wound up adding 650b wheels to my old Pug as well, and the ride is exceptional.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 581
Posted By Aubergine

Peugeot Sante: ...

Peugeot Sante:
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0635_a4a10a3f3f9a63c6456944e8f10fa7f853b6574f.jpeg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 131
Posted By Aubergine

Here's another thread on that model:...

Here's another thread on that model: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-whats-worth-appraisals/1042542-can-anyone-tell-me-about-my-vintage-raleigh-super-record-10-speed.html

In...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 144
Posted By Aubergine

Ah, I missed the attached photo. You're right,...

Ah, I missed the attached photo. You're right, def not a Holdsworth.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 144
Posted By Aubergine

Holdsworth had a model called Mistral, if that is...

Holdsworth had a model called Mistral, if that is any help.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 40,710
Posted By Aubergine

Well damn.

Well damn.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

You can use both a 700c and 27 inch wheel,...

You can use both a 700c and 27 inch wheel, although that is not ideal. Doesn't matter which is front or back.

as for a replacement 700c wheel to match the Campagnolo rear, you could watch eBay for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

Here's Rusty's thread:...

Here's Rusty's thread: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1293157-vintage-peugeot.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 844
Posted By Aubergine

Living in Seattle fenders are a must for a bike...

Living in Seattle fenders are a must for a bike that is used all year round.

Edited to add: Mike, 180 bucks seems very high for fenders. You can find good ones for $50 or so, and superb ones for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 08:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 177
Posted By Aubergine

Intriguing old beast. The brake calipers look...

Intriguing old beast. The brake calipers look like Weinmann Vainqueur copies, and similar to the Dia-Compe copies of said Weinmanns. So I'd look for Weinmann or Dia Compe levers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,661
Posted By Aubergine

They are certainly my favorite levers. They work...

They are certainly my favorite levers. They work very well with Mafacs as well, which I have on several bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

one mystery solved! You have 27" wheels, with the...

one mystery solved! You have 27" wheels, with the 630 mm diameter. The Campa wheel will be 700c, 622 mm in diameter. So not the same size. If you choose to use the Campa wheel you will be best off...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 309
Posted By Aubergine

the tubing and components changed over the years....

the tubing and components changed over the years. The 1973 (mine) is three tubes 531 and Huret components as original. The 1978 has three tubes Vitus 172 (also a good tubing) and Suntour components.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 309
Posted By Aubergine

The saddle on my bike is actually an Idéale model...

The saddle on my bike is actually an Idéale model 80. But there is no reason you can't try a Brooks on the bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-22-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 309
Posted By Aubergine

It's an excellent bike. The dyno is not a "hub"...

It's an excellent bike. The dyno is not a "hub" type and can easily be removed if you do not want to use it. As for the racks, they are not that heavy and will be useful for your errands. I have an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 224
Posted By Aubergine

What markings are on the existing wheel? For...

What markings are on the existing wheel? For example it was common in that era to have wheels labeled 27x1-1/4. If it does, then the wheel is a 27" size, with a diameter of 630mm. It could also be a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

my suggestion is to get the existing bike set up...

my suggestion is to get the existing bike set up well first. Then you can decide what you may want to do with that Campagnolo wheel. For one thing, wheels for old Peugeots commonly came in the size...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

Thanks for the pics. It's still a bit hard to see...

Thanks for the pics. It's still a bit hard to see what all is there, but let's make a start.

First off, a bike in that condition needs to be stripped so that the bearings (wheel hubs, bottom...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 497
Posted By Aubergine

I love tubulars also but again, not for your use.

I love tubulars also but again, not for your use.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,515
Posted By Aubergine

That's brilliant!

That's brilliant!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,515
Posted By Aubergine

One roll generally is enough for one side of the...

One roll generally is enough for one side of the bar. Skip the shellac for now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,515
Posted By Aubergine

the best cloth tape IMO is Newbaum's. It comes in...

the best cloth tape IMO is Newbaum's. It comes in a great variety of color and is easy to use. The word you are looking for is shellac. I am not a fan of leather bar tape. It does not like being bent...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,661
Posted By Aubergine

Thanks. I'm not overly strong, I don't think....

Thanks. I'm not overly strong, I don't think. Most of the improvement from the Campa levers was due to the easier leverage, but I also noticed that they were much smoother acting than the Universal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

This always irritates me (not poking at you,...

This always irritates me (not poking at you, Smaug, but at the overall assumption about French standards). Every bike has things that a newbie would not know, such as the reverse threading on one cup...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

[/size]Yep. Vintage bikes are, at base,...

[/size]Yep.

Vintage bikes are, at base, pretty simple machines. To be sure, there are things one needs to know about them, and there are tricks and tips that make restoring a bike easier. But...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

Soap (people seem to like Dawn dish soap) and...

Soap (people seem to like Dawn dish soap) and water work well for most bits. For the chain, I suggest you get a chain tool so you can remove it and then toss it. You'll want to replace it with a new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 919
Posted By Aubergine

Liquidfusion, the UO-8 Peugeots (like yours) are...

Liquidfusion, the UO-8 Peugeots (like yours) are very popular here and are easy to set up for riding in all sorts of conditions. You've made a good start by getting the Suntour derailleurs; those...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-21-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 372
Posted By Aubergine

at the time stem shifters were frequently paired...

at the time stem shifters were frequently paired with turkey levers on the brakes, and the combination led people to hold the bars next to the stem. That led to insufficient leverage to control the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,344
Posted By Aubergine

I owned a Special for several years, and it is...

I owned a Special for several years, and it is still in the family. My older son is riding it now. I agree with Non-Fixie about this bike. It can be fitted with fenders but is not really suitable for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,344
Posted By Aubergine

Good old Mafac Racer centerpulls work very well...

Good old Mafac Racer centerpulls work very well and accept wider tires. I'm running 42 mm wide tires on one of my French bikes. (Pro tips for Mafacs: use Kool Stop pads and Nuovo Record levers in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 242
Posted By Aubergine

I've never done this. Always started at the...

I've never done this. Always started at the valve. But I must admit with the new tubeless-ready setups it's getting damn hard to do. I'll give this "new" way a try next time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,013
Posted By Aubergine

He needs to find a bike that will fit his...

He needs to find a bike that will fit his seatpost.
Forum: Commuting
05-19-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 346
Posted By Aubergine

Red Rebane, a German company, makes some bags...

Red Rebane, a German company, makes some bags that can be used both as a backpack and saddlebag. I got one in Munich some years ago. Not cheap alas. https://red-rebane.de
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 387
Posted By Aubergine

Oh yep, it has plenty of throw for a triple.

Oh yep, it has plenty of throw for a triple.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 295
Posted By Aubergine

I use those Schrader to Presta adapters on...

I use those Schrader to Presta adapters on several wheels and have never had an issue with the tubes as a result. However, I *have* had valves fail at the hole, possibly because they had been pulled...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 387
Posted By Aubergine

My favorite derailleur for friction shifted...

My favorite derailleur for friction shifted triples is a plain old Nuovo Record. Most modern triple front derailleurs are designed to work with a specific combination of ramped and pinned chainrings,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,661
Posted By Aubergine

Finally had time and inclination to swap out the...

Finally had time and inclination to swap out the brake levers on the Mercian. I replaced the Universal levers with Nuovo Records. I have not road tested them (it's pouring here) but just testing the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,718
Posted By Aubergine

Why not? You can collect the parts you need and...

Why not? You can collect the parts you need and have them ready when you spot a must-have frame. Makes sense to me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,904
Posted By Aubergine

Oh gosh, I did not even see those marks. Old eyes...

Oh gosh, I did not even see those marks. Old eyes . . . Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,904
Posted By Aubergine

The side of the caliper that should mark 0 is out...

The side of the caliper that should mark 0 is out of place.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,904
Posted By Aubergine

From your pictures, your caliper is damaged such...

From your pictures, your caliper is damaged such that you need to measure the opening with a separate ruler. I would not call that at all trustworthy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,486
Posted By Aubergine

Well nuts. Rusty, you should look for a different...

Well nuts. Rusty, you should look for a different axle rather than different cups. I think you'll have better luck with that option.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-17-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,067
Posted By Aubergine

This is exactly the use case for a Brompton. Not...

This is exactly the use case for a Brompton. Not cheap, but it would be much more practical for your stated use than a Gios or anything similar.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,486
Posted By Aubergine

Tell me about it. Besides all the vintage stuff I...

Tell me about it. Besides all the vintage stuff I love, my more modern bikes all use Campagnolo ten speed drivetrains.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 343
Posted By Aubergine

That is a lock washer to hold the headset in its...

That is a lock washer to hold the headset in its proper adjustment when the top nut is tightened down.



A magnet will tell you! And don't fret over being a noob. We all were at one point.


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 343
Posted By Aubergine

What are you seeing? I can't tell from the pics.

What are you seeing? I can't tell from the pics.
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