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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 02:40 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,059
Posted By merziac

PDX has been a Trek enclave for a long time, The...

PDX has been a Trek enclave for a long time, The Bike Gallery started here and had several stores at one time, I think there may still be 4 and yes Trek bought them out awhile back.

The family...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 02:18 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,059
Posted By merziac

Its really a shame that these shops are in such a...

Its really a shame that these shops are in such a state, if you can't sell $5k bikes regular to try and compete with the Trek and Big S stores, you are peeing up a rope now days and probably won't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 8,429
Posted By merziac

Magnets?, pawls and bearings, yikes! :eek: ...

Magnets?, pawls and bearings, yikes! :eek:

;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:47 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 8,429
Posted By merziac

K-D, oldschool automotive specialty tools. These...

K-D, oldschool automotive specialty tools. These are originally for 1157-56 turn signal and brake light bulbs.

They are very similar to spark plug wire boot pullers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:07 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,059
Posted By merziac

Even more so with this guy, he full well knows...

Even more so with this guy, he full well knows better but has been at it too long to still care. :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:02 AM
Replies: 8,014
Views: 990,782
Posted By merziac

:thumb: Light bulbs and aha's should always...

:thumb:

Light bulbs and aha's should always be sought out and considered, especially when logic has been exhausted and failed.

I've seen and done more seat of the pants "engineering" that win...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,366
Posted By merziac

Volde, +1 :thumb:

Volde, +1 :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 253
Posted By merziac

I will add that the big silver Merz is I believe...

I will add that the big silver Merz is I believe 24t up front and 36 Shimano in the back, works just fine with Campy brifters or SunTour bar cons under all conditions as far as I can tell.

And...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6,566
Views: 822,289
Posted By merziac

https://chasertech.com/derailleurs.html

https://chasertech.com/derailleurs.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,059
Posted By merziac

I would make a point to go back and have him try...

I would make a point to go back and have him try to justify his BS, he was there through all the modern advancement of steel tubing, anybody in the bike industry that long knows better regardless of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 253
Posted By merziac

Fantastic, brifters or bar cons, amazing works so...

Fantastic, brifters or bar cons, amazing works so well under any circumstance. ;)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 57,671
Posted By merziac

Wow, $100, :wtf:

Wow, $100, :wtf:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 343
Posted By merziac

And last but not least, regular WD-40 should not...

And last but not least, regular WD-40 should not be used on bikes except for a cleaner that is going to be thoroughly washed away with acetone, thinner, brake or carb clean, etc.

Many here...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,064
Posted By merziac

Yeah, rarely, more about the vibe, aesthetic but...

Yeah, rarely, more about the vibe, aesthetic but it is a backstop and sometimes the first line.

Dexterity can be key, I always cradle the pumphead/wheel/stem firmly with one hand with the wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 343
Posted By merziac

T9 Boeshield should be cheaper, maybe and far...

T9 Boeshield should be cheaper, maybe and far more available.

Stripped frame is best so you can spin it around to distribute the saver.

There should be a hole for the TT inside the ST and/or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,267
Posted By merziac

Except on the downhill. :D

Except on the downhill. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,064
Posted By merziac

$200 at Black Magic to start with. :twitchy:

$200 at Black Magic to start with. :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

You might not be holding your mouth right. ;)

You might not be holding your mouth right. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 882
Posted By merziac

Me too but cycling wasn't part of the equation,...

Me too but cycling wasn't part of the equation, she rides but not as much as she needs to or I would like.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 882
Posted By merziac

Wow, fantastic! :thumb: You a very lucky...

Wow, fantastic! :thumb:

You a very lucky man. ;)

I had similar delusions but time has marched on and it was probably never likely anyway. :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 882
Posted By merziac

So, still got the tandem and/or the buddy? :D

So, still got the tandem and/or the buddy? :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 57,671
Posted By merziac

^^^^^^^ :(

^^^^^^^ :(
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 332
Posted By merziac

Looks like it could also be turned around to get...

Looks like it could also be turned around to get more setback as well. :twitchy:

Also looks like its about at its limit for downward tilt at the front of the saddle, bolt may not take a tool where...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9,136
Views: 3,191,984
Posted By merziac

Yep, that's it and I get and understand the fork...

Yep, that's it and I get and understand the fork deal.

Pretty sure they are stronger, way faster, easier and cheaper to make but still way too fugly IMO. :twitchy:


I have a last year 94 MB-1...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 882
Posted By merziac

Many of mine are heavy for being tall and my...

Many of mine are heavy for being tall and my penchant for bringing the kitchen sink. :roflmao2:

Merz TW189 comes in at about 35lbs as shown, plenty more with bags and the sink.

Rides like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 9,136
Views: 3,191,984
Posted By merziac

Certainly no expert but that is a very big...

Certainly no expert but that is a very big spacer, can't imagine the factory would do that, especially big S and the fact that these like to bend axles when ridden as intended. :twitchy:

And I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 44,257
Posted By merziac

Usual suspects but the Ritchey won a small show...

Usual suspects but the Ritchey won a small show recently and the Merz was changed to analog in the last year so...... :twitchy:

And the Paramount is for good measure. ;)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 57,671
Posted By merziac

Probably true but likely only for lack of funding.

Probably true but likely only for lack of funding.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 350
Posted By merziac

Huge + many on PCB. :thumb: 2 of my very...

Huge + many on PCB. :thumb:

2 of my very best acquisitions came from him, great guy, resource and much else.

RIP Paul.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,064
Posted By merziac

Reach over the bike and grab the back tire in...

Reach over the bike and grab the back tire in front of the brake, more leverage and you can "steer" the lift better. ;)

And yes, am a fan of the TT location to allow for max real estate elsewhere....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

That would also be a great idea, you could...

That would also be a great idea, you could probably fit a rather complete tool hit in one as well. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By merziac

"When in Rome" If you're in the land of...

"When in Rome"

If you're in the land of Merckx, the choice could be rather simple. ;)

And yes, welcome aboard, glad you found us, you should be in the right place. :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 57,671
Posted By merziac

Very cool. That saddle could be worth a...

Very cool.

That saddle could be worth a sizeable portion of the ask, especially in what appears to be good condition. :twitchy:

They are very scarce on the ground. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

I also have a couple of bikes with oldschool...

I also have a couple of bikes with oldschool brazed on and painted pump pegs with paint to match Silca's both of them would get you home and I always carry CO2 and mini pumps so the Silca can be a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

The ST matching pump has always been a little...

The ST matching pump has always been a little over the top for me also , I would however probably go for one of Mr. Bayless were it to come along AND be within my meager means somehow. :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

Fabrication might be a strong word, I hacked the...

Fabrication might be a strong word, I hacked the bung/fitting end off an old Silca, sanded and filed it down to fit the end of a new style Silca including using a thread file to get it to fit the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 01:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

I have at least 2 dozen old Silcas, every one...

I have at least 2 dozen old Silcas, every one still works and will get you home.

Just resurrected 2 more in the last couple of weeks.

Nothing says C+V like an old Silca, they are the aesthetic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 10:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 829
Posted By merziac

They do not unless you fabricate an adapter. ;) ...

They do not unless you fabricate an adapter. ;)


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 356
Posted By merziac

Are you sure about that, I've seen those whack...

Are you sure about that, I've seen those whack out both the seat and chainstay as well as the wheel when they get jacked up. :troll:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 356
Posted By merziac

An unfortunate one that has been defiled by a...

An unfortunate one that has been defiled by a kickstand? :twitchy:

No idea but looks ok if a good deal. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 22,854
Posted By merziac

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,485
Posted By merziac

Pre completion I think, the other pic from a few...

Pre completion I think, the other pic from a few feet away shows it done.

It was a build up from frame only awhile back, great work and save that turned out very well.

I almost pulled the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 6,566
Views: 822,289
Posted By merziac

Yep, covered that, too. ;)

Yep, covered that, too. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 3,031
Views: 886,825
Posted By merziac

Looks like a "springboard" setup that will hold a...

Looks like a "springboard" setup that will hold a wide range of frame sizes firmly under tension from here.

Brilliant! :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 259
Posted By merziac

Yep, I get it, good on ya. And on a loaded...

Yep, I get it, good on ya.

And on a loaded rig longer would be better as well I think for the extra forces at play. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 259
Posted By merziac

The extra length can be a plus as it will provide...

The extra length can be a plus as it will provide more strength below the seat lug for the further insertion.

You may need to clean the seat tube to get the post in, add some ATF, penetrant, etc...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 02:51 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,659
Posted By merziac

The rivnuts are a bit of a hack/gack but better...

The rivnuts are a bit of a hack/gack but better than the current predicament I would backstop them with JB Weld to make sure they stay secure.

Most here wouldn't mount any lock there for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 6,566
Views: 822,289
Posted By merziac

That binder bolt is too short and the threads on...

That binder bolt is too short and the threads on the end look to be compromised, if the "nut" side of that was an insert it wouldn't be that hard to file or grind one down to fit the receiver hole in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,989
Posted By merziac

Never seen this here in PDX, not saying its not...

Never seen this here in PDX, not saying its not but no roses in any makers mark that I know of. :foo:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:33 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,204
Posted By merziac

Have a Dr. friend, orthopedic oncology surgeon...

Have a Dr. friend, orthopedic oncology surgeon that had a Columbine built, long gone, sold in a moment of weakness. :twitchy:
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