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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 468
Views: 88,811
Posted By Mr. 66

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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From the Bike Works yellow house, local bike thrift shop. This was $80, I think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 88,811
Posted By Mr. 66

Those lowered are high priced compared to what I...

Those lowered are high priced compared to what I see at the local coop, bike thrifts, even more than local brick & morter new/used shop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 362
Posted By Mr. 66

What’s the frame?

What’s the frame?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 231
Posted By Mr. 66

That does look like it needs replacing

That does look like it needs replacing
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 362
Posted By Mr. 66

Interesting parts, I see the pedal eye dustcap....

Interesting parts, I see the pedal eye dustcap. Probably clean up pretty good.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 297
Posted By Mr. 66

It does ,non drive dropout, look wonky and the...

It does ,non drive dropout, look wonky and the rear wheel is off to the non drive. This is an indication of misalignment. Could be frame, maybe only the adjusters.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 297
Posted By Mr. 66

Nice lower level trek, this is like someone’s...

Nice lower level trek, this is like someone’s problem giveaway, as-is about $40 from a coop.

Oddly the local goodwill would probably have it at about $125 as a starting price.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 138
Posted By Mr. 66

The redo of cockpit does not help, nice red. Ok...

The redo of cockpit does not help, nice red. Ok parts, as a sell $150, $200 with those parts is a stretch
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,392
Posted By Mr. 66

I believe the international is a Chromoly and the...

I believe the international is a Chromoly and the tourist is hi-tension steel frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 8,034
Views: 999,834
Posted By Mr. 66

A few updates to agent Cooper. Coop was running...

A few updates to agent Cooper. Coop was running Mavic Module 3 on groupless Shimano hubs, and looking very sporting, tried stealthy black DA hubs on black akai rim. Just did not give the look or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 485
Posted By Mr. 66

All right you guys, pair up in threes…

All right you guys, pair up in threes…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 313
Posted By Mr. 66

It does look like you are fitting things up. Your...

It does look like you are fitting things up. Your stem may be high is one. Check on that, if it is it could cause some damage on the steer tube. You may want to play with positioning the brake lever...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 15,515
Views: 4,179,637
Posted By Mr. 66

It looks like a wheel lock, poorly installed

It looks like a wheel lock, poorly installed
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-09-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 374
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh it’s very worthy, not much value though. I...

Oh it’s very worthy, not much value though. I would keep looking. Carbolite tubing does not carry a value like the Reynolds or Vitus on the French frames. Those are tubing are thinker lighter and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8,034
Views: 999,834
Posted By Mr. 66

The broken bianchi is stripped down for tricolor....

The broken bianchi is stripped down for tricolor.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0075_fe9fe0ceb7339129b23ce15ba649950d1d095263.jpegThe bianchi had major frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 543
Posted By Mr. 66

Interesting cable routing

Interesting cable routing
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-08-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 406
Posted By Mr. 66

English expert you are!? Anyway if you pick...

English expert you are!?

Anyway if you pick up the Course it will be Swiss threaded bottom bracket.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 8,034
Views: 999,834
Posted By Mr. 66

The Icicle gets a closer look. The rear triangle...

The Icicle gets a closer look. The rear triangle was out, not mightily, but the effort to correct sure was lol....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 406
Posted By Mr. 66

Course! Gosh I think that one has a few usable...

Course! Gosh I think that one has a few usable parts, if one wants to spend an extended amount of time to clean and polish. The frame itself is probably ok structural. Maybe the headset is ok but all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 279
Posted By Mr. 66

I just try to clean up as much as I can. I’ll use...

I just try to clean up as much as I can. I’ll use water and finger nail and etch the rust. Some will use a foil rub to take down rust, sometimes this can dull the chrome. Most rust will just pop off...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,817
Posted By Mr. 66

Sounds like rock and roll band release… ...

Sounds like rock and roll band release…

Band:
Ok?

album:
Holes in the steer tube

Tracks:
1. Holes in the steer tube
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 267
Posted By Mr. 66

That has to be 1981-82, French threaded. Looks to...

That has to be 1981-82, French threaded. Looks to be great shape!!! Tubular wheels hold the value down. Gosh $350?

Is this from your collection? I would post an add Craigslist for $500 and see how...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 560
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that’s gorgeous, that’s 1984, Tange Champion...

Oh that’s gorgeous, that’s 1984, Tange Champion no 1, you have a mix of dura ace most of is probably not original. The saddle is not original, that is a leather wrap on the bars.

Pink is a plus,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 328
Posted By Mr. 66

Yes, plus Craigslist, OfferUp, Facebook, local...

Yes, plus Craigslist, OfferUp, Facebook, local classified, local charities are all wonderful places one can find such.

For that Nishiki, being a hybrid, size can be difficult to determine. Some...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 328
Posted By Mr. 66

You really should be asking the seller to provide...

You really should be asking the seller to provide the information.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 333
Posted By Mr. 66

I have experience with performance ...

I have experience with performance
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$50-$200, yes that is correct with the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 333
Posted By Mr. 66

As-is I would guess about $60. More than likely...

As-is I would guess about $60. More than likely made in Taiwan. Do you know the tubing? That could increase value, marginally.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 435
Posted By Mr. 66

The last time I tried to remove and soak in a...

The last time I tried to remove and soak in a solvent it borked the hood to sticky. I’m hesitant on repeating. The last couple I’ve cleaned out I left installed and inverted the bike to flush so the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1,071
Views: 64,438
Posted By Mr. 66

Thanks! In spite of the size I may look into...

Thanks!

In spite of the size I may look into it, or I look forward to see someone else here on the the forum envibe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1,071
Views: 64,438
Posted By Mr. 66

This is just a little big for 66. I don’t know...

This is just a little big for 66. I don’t know why but I can’t copy and paste the link Craigslist80s Cinelli beater - $150...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,650
Posted By Mr. 66

Rusted chain should not be an issue, imo.

Rusted chain should not be an issue, imo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1,427
Views: 503,986
Posted By Mr. 66

I think the red forks ‘Bianchi’ looks hand written

I think the red forks ‘Bianchi’ looks hand written
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 427
Posted By Mr. 66

Not much, unless you can find a cult collector. I...

Not much, unless you can find a cult collector. I sold one, rust free, two speed kick back, it must have sold for $125.

The buyer had 17 in various condition and build.

The nonfolders are not...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,018
Posted By Mr. 66

That’s really good condition, good group, $220 is...

That’s really good condition, good group, $220 is a good price. If I were selling I would be asking $300.

A very popular bike. It’s not the Miami Vice, still popular nonetheless.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 540
Posted By Mr. 66

I can’t really give number on this one. Do you...

I can’t really give number on this one. Do you know what the tubing is?

If it is slx that’s a good price not great, if it’s sl that’s an ok price, if it’s matrix or chromor then it’s high.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 45,107
Posted By Mr. 66

After some clean out and service to the shifter...

After some clean out and service to the shifter bosses the levers are as they should be. I did replace one of the d-screw....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 8,034
Views: 999,834
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s a wrap! ...

It’s a wrap!
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,658
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh your vintage headset, here is a point where it...

Oh your vintage headset, here is a point where it is better to go with a loose ball treatment and fill the track with as many loose new bearings that will fit the track unbinding. Yes you got caught...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,280
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer,...

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer, yes those are far between. Gear number 3 looks very worn and number 6 looks hooky.

I think some people use newer cassettes’ cogs, slightly modified...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 327
Posted By Mr. 66

33” inseam, that’s a tall frame needed. Vintage...

33” inseam, that’s a tall frame needed. Vintage steel, you may need a 60cm plus.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,136
Posted By Mr. 66

I was able draw some detail ...

I was able draw some detail
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,658
Posted By Mr. 66

I would say that a French bike was not a good...

I would say that a French bike was not a good choice for your level of knowledge at the time. Was this the Super Mirage? At $200 in 2011 you may have overpaid. You probably have learned since then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 373
Posted By Mr. 66

In memory of the fallen

For those that sacrificed we have our holiday, thank you.

Red
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0495_7cc0ce01f2a61cb6f6a25c3cd456f1231130c041.jpegWhite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 609
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh dude stick to chemistry! Your knowledge of...

Oh dude stick to chemistry! Your knowledge of wood production off. 2 by 4 is 1.5” x 3.5”. Mostly construction wood is milled to sized and kiln dried. You are not going to find that much variation on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 727
Posted By Mr. 66

Perhaps it is not, and only crud at the spoke...

Perhaps it is not, and only crud at the spoke hole to the right of the flag. Yes, double check.

I used to have a couple sets of those that I was to sell one set, and luckily saw before selling. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 727
Posted By Mr. 66

Note more than broken nipples, you appear to have...

Note more than broken nipples, you appear to have a cracked rim as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By Mr. 66

I confirm, that is a Seattle build. That’s about...

I confirm, that is a Seattle build. That’s about all can, I don’t know his product line. I have one that I did a repaint of. The decals are different than what came on that one. Mine is Columbus SL....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,235
Posted By Mr. 66

I just would wedge a screw driver to hold the...

I just would wedge a screw driver to hold the cone in place when tightening the locknut.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 403
Posted By Mr. 66

Under warranty, bring it back for service, don’t...

Under warranty, bring it back for service, don’t mess around with a failed brake.

Thank you for saving the president…
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-26-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 660
Posted By Mr. 66

I feel your pain, only...

I feel your pain, only bigger…https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0422_9c04a4225fd95eae6cfd847b378e01d9589930a0.jpeg
Even though it has fenders I don’t think this has...
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