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05-30-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 3,031
Views: 884,660
Posted By daverup

This 86 Bianchi Trofeo came from the original...

This 86 Bianchi Trofeo came from the original owner who purchased it new. He had used it up and most of the original parts were gone. It really probably needs a strip and repaint, but I didn't want...
05-29-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 748
Views: 52,481
Posted By daverup

Mad Honk Please add me to the BOC list, I think I...

Mad Honk Please add me to the BOC list, I think I have sufficient non-crap to play this game.
Thanks,
Dave
05-29-24, 02:45 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 54,665
Posted By daverup

Aero Miyata ...

Aero Miyata

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05-28-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 254
Posted By daverup

You should probably just make a new thread. Make...

You should probably just make a new thread. Make sure to identify your region.
If early 80's Aero is what you are looking for, ask for that.
In the US Koga Miyata is rare.
05-27-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 357
Views: 20,857
Posted By daverup

Were the new Kenda's wire bead? The Varsity rims...

Were the new Kenda's wire bead? The Varsity rims wouldn't likely take those pressures without..
05-27-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 221
Posted By daverup

Pm sent

Pm sent
05-27-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 7,981
Views: 979,363
Posted By daverup

The only direction I would suggest is to look at...

The only direction I would suggest is to look at the Sheldon Brown caliper brake page for more ideas on mounting,
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/calipers.html
Good luck with that Shimano hub, I've...
05-24-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,577,776
Posted By daverup

Although you are unable to post pics, you can...

Although you are unable to post pics, you can upload into your gallery. After you do that another member can link them into the thread.
Your gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/34185828
05-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

Sometimes the BTP tape will match the bike, ...

Sometimes the BTP tape will match the bike,

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05-21-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7,981
Views: 979,363
Posted By daverup

Since I have some experience with a mid 70's...

Since I have some experience with a mid 70's Fairlady Stingray, I'll offer a couple of thoughts.
First, our Fairlady (well used) came with the Sturmey-Archer S3C internal geared hub, which was...
05-17-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

My thought is that you should keep the AD on the...

My thought is that you should keep the AD on the tires you have now. You've written about the feel of the bike and the way it moves. Should you go wider, I think it will lose some of that.
Should...
05-15-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

The peg is for hanging the chain with the wheel...

The peg is for hanging the chain with the wheel off.
The holes are vents
05-15-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 581
Posted By daverup

Ok, I understand now that this RD came from you...

Ok, I understand now that this RD came from you originally. Thanks for putting it in motion.
05-15-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 581
Posted By daverup

Thanks for that offer, but I'm going with Mad...

Thanks for that offer, but I'm going with Mad Honk after his offer of a Superbe Pro.
No longer searching for another.
05-13-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 581
Posted By daverup

Thanks for the offer, but I'm not looking for the...

Thanks for the offer, but I'm not looking for the Tech
05-13-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 581
Posted By daverup

Thanks, I understand, I'm not looking for...

Thanks, I understand, I'm not looking for indexing.
05-13-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 581
Posted By daverup

ISO mid 80's Suntour Superbe or Sprint RD

Update, no longer looking for a RD.
Thanks to all that responded.


Looking for a good rider quality Suntour RD. Prefer Superbe or Pro, but Sprint might work.
Complete with pivot bolt only....
05-12-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 15,503
Views: 4,153,870
Posted By daverup

One of the rims is original, the other is a newer...

One of the rims is original, the other is a newer MA40. I think the Campy FD is probably original.
This one was probably going to the thrift store if I hadn't grabbed it. The patina is fairly...
05-12-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 15,503
Views: 4,153,870
Posted By daverup

Yes, the brakes are about the only original parts.

Yes, the brakes are about the only original parts.
05-12-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 686
Posted By daverup

This link will show your gallery, ...

This link will show your gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33914842
05-11-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 15,503
Views: 4,153,870
Posted By daverup

Just picked this up, 1986ish Bianchi Trofeo. From...

Just picked this up, 1986ish Bianchi Trofeo. From the owner who bought it new,
Probably needs everything..
...
05-11-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,239
Posted By daverup

OP Gallery,...

OP Gallery, https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33907808
...
05-09-24, 05:54 AM
05-08-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 515
Posted By daverup

These are Aero Gran Compe AGC-250 originally on...

These are Aero Gran Compe AGC-250 originally on my 82 Pro Miyata

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Replacement...
05-08-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 328
Views: 43,473
Posted By daverup

Pro Miyata, ...

Pro Miyata,

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05-07-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,007
Posted By daverup

Pantah There is an old guide for the A410 RSX STI...

Pantah There is an old guide for the A410 RSX STI levers on here,
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/886004-guide-repairing-shimano-rsx-a410-sti-levers.html
Those are pretty close to the...
05-06-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 526
Posted By daverup

Probably a good cleanup, and have the bearings...

Probably a good cleanup, and have the bearings all serviced. If the shifting or brakes aren't working well, some replacement cables might be needed.
05-02-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,140
Posted By daverup

I would suggest that the economical way to...

I would suggest that the economical way to upgrade this bike is with a parts donor bike. Watch FB market and CL for a bike with nicer parts, but an undesirable frame. Something in the same relative...
05-02-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,140
Posted By daverup

You did upload pics, you just can't post them...

You did upload pics, you just can't post them until you have 10 posts.
OP Gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33667859
05-01-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

Dissenting Unpopular Opinion warning, I am...

Dissenting Unpopular Opinion warning,
I am afflicted with big foot disorder, along with weird foot shape. This along with my non-competitive attitude means I don't do toe clips, clip-ins, or any...
04-30-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

I think you will probably be fine with that gap....

I think you will probably be fine with that gap. Make sure the limit screws are setup and go for a ride.
04-29-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 581
Posted By daverup

My wife has 3 Terry bicycles and enjoys them. The...

My wife has 3 Terry bicycles and enjoys them. The Terry saddles are on most of my wife's other bikes too. Terry made bikes that fit smaller women much better than most brands.
04-29-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

One thing to watch out for is the slightly oval...

One thing to watch out for is the slightly oval shape of your Biopace chainring. You have to set the FD clearance with the chainring at it's highest point.
04-26-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 532
Posted By daverup

Another example of this type of thing. This one...

Another example of this type of thing. This one started as a 66 or so Schwinn Buddy. Loads of repop stuff.
I built this for a grandkid,
...
Replies: 6
Views: 608
Posted By daverup

That one appears to be the 1998 repop. Some claim...

That one appears to be the 1998 repop. Some claim the quality was better than the current repops..
I think that's a bit high on the price.
04-23-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 532
Posted By daverup

Also, consider the Fairlady similar to the...

Also, consider the Fairlady similar to the Stingray as a parts bike. The parts are very close and much cheaper that way. People selling real Stingray parts want real money for them.
04-23-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 532
Posted By daverup

The experts over at thecabe.com might be able to...

The experts over at thecabe.com might be able to help you.
Replies: 11
Views: 548
Posted By daverup

You did manage to upload a few pictures to your...

You did manage to upload a few pictures to your gallery. That is separate from posting and does work for newbies.
Here is a link to your gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33476456
04-23-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 432
Posted By daverup

OP did upload pics ...

OP did upload pics
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/picture/33475395
Gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33475394
04-22-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21,872
Views: 3,184,908
Posted By daverup

Took my winter project Pro Miyata down to the...

Took my winter project Pro Miyata down to the lake today. About 20 miles on it this afternoon. I'm surprised how nice a ride it is despite 23mm Clinchers. Seems very stable on faster descents as...
Replies: 20
Views: 945
Posted By daverup

That is too low, although I don't have a good...

That is too low, although I don't have a good value for you.
Replies: 20
Views: 945
Posted By daverup

That's a very nice bike. Hopefully you'll get...

That's a very nice bike. Hopefully you'll get some good estimates on it's value. Good luck on the sale.
Sample from OP gallery,
...
Replies: 49
Views: 2,795
Posted By daverup

OP gallery, ...

OP gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33401967
Sample,
...
Replies: 20
Views: 945
Posted By daverup

You missed the point by jamesdak above. You can...

You missed the point by jamesdak above. You can upload pics to your gallery. Regular members can help by posting a link to your gallery, like this,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/user/577037

All...
04-19-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,701
Posted By daverup

Terry frames are worth looking at, my wife enjoys...

Terry frames are worth looking at, my wife enjoys hers.
04-18-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,952
Posted By daverup

When you take the chain apart, you can leave the...

When you take the chain apart, you can leave the pin still attached to one side of the link. It takes time to learn the technique, but it is much easier to reassemble.
04-17-24, 05:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 660
Posted By daverup

I got one of these sets for my Grandkid and SIL...

I got one of these sets for my Grandkid and SIL at Christmas. Great fun!
...
04-16-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 1,200
Views: 410,343
Posted By daverup

That looks like it. Here are a couple of pics,...

That looks like it.
Here are a couple of pics, excuse the dust.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240416_083714_82fab2620fec22f435873f50765aa8050c87a735.jpg...
04-16-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 1,200
Views: 410,343
Posted By daverup

That's all part of the Burley trailercycle setup....

That's all part of the Burley trailercycle setup. The rack is part of it. This is a better setup than we had 30+ years ago.
04-15-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7,981
Views: 979,363
Posted By daverup

I think Sheldon Brown's Wheel building guide is a...

I think Sheldon Brown's Wheel building guide is a good place to start. There will probably be a time soon when you will want a spoke tension meter..
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