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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 832
Posted By kanenas

The cable guides on my bike were introduced in...

The cable guides on my bike were introduced in 1978. The numbering on the seat tube was introduced in 1979. Since I don't have numbering, it follows that my bike was produced in 1978. Thank you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-22, 04:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 832
Posted By kanenas

Date of Alan frame?

Hi, can you tell the date of my Alan bicycle? I cannot find it engraved on the frame. I post a picture of the bottom bracket with dimensions in cm and the serial number, but nothing else. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-09, 06:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,753
Posted By kanenas

Yes, although here used in a figurative sense. I...

Yes, although here used in a figurative sense. I don't see what the problem is with posting to an old thread that, judging from the replies, is still relevant and of concern to some.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-09, 05:29 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,753
Posted By kanenas

I find your comment completely unwarranted....

I find your comment completely unwarranted. Judging from the replies, this is an interesting thread. If anything, you replied, right?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-09, 05:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,753
Posted By kanenas

I see what you 're saying, however I managed to...

I see what you 're saying, however I managed to break two large vices bolted onto my wooden bench. And I am not that strong, really.



Good advice, and as I said, my stuck freewheel has had a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-09, 05:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,753
Posted By kanenas

I had greased the threads, unfortunately it did...

I had greased the threads, unfortunately it did not help. I had applied a liberal coat of Phil's grease when I had installed it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-09, 03:39 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,753
Posted By kanenas

I had a really stuck freewheel. The fact that it...

I had a really stuck freewheel. The fact that it was an English-threaded FW on a Italian-threaded hub did not help at all (although in theory they are somewhat compatible). Mounting the removal tool...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-09, 03:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By kanenas

Thanks for all the replies. My solution was to...

Thanks for all the replies. My solution was to grind the groove on top of each tooth flat, using a power drill. I wasted two grinding stones but it solves the problem 90% of the time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-09, 11:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By kanenas

Thanks for the replies. First of all, I can't...

Thanks for the replies. First of all, I can't use a modern freewheel as I am doing a historically correct restoration (1970s). As far as chains, I have tried both the Regina Record and the current...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-09, 12:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By kanenas

Erratic shifting with Campagnolo SR and Atom/Maillard FW

Hi, I have a Super Record rear derailleur with Atom/Maillard freewheel, 14-16-20-24-28 T. I can't shift from the 20 to the 24 T. The chain will just spin between the 24 and 28 T without engaging...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-09, 03:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,426
Posted By kanenas

Hello, still no answer. Nobody has ever measured...

Hello, still no answer. Nobody has ever measured their threads with calipers?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-09, 01:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,426
Posted By kanenas

Thanks for all the replies. Still, can somebody...

Thanks for all the replies. Still, can somebody explain why the measurements of my freewheels with the vernier caliper show smaller than nominal diameter? Is this usually the case?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-09, 10:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,426
Posted By kanenas

I thought maybe the FW was mis-labeled, so I...

I thought maybe the FW was mis-labeled, so I measured the ID with a vernier caliper. I measured both French and English freewheels, all show smaller than nominal diameter. Is this normal?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-09, 07:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,426
Posted By kanenas

Is this freewheel thread incompatibility way overrated?

Hello, while restoring my vintage Alan, I realized that for more than 30 years I had been wearing a French-threaded freewheel onto an Italian-threaded hub. This freewheel had been installed by a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-08, 11:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,415
Posted By kanenas

Charles, thanks for the tip about e*ay France. I...

Charles, thanks for the tip about e*ay France. I am aware of Sheldon Brown's tip that English freewheels can be used on Italian hubs, and vice-versa. In fact, I have installed a particular...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-08, 04:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,415
Posted By kanenas

Where have all the freewheels gone?

Hello, why is it do difficult to locate vintage freewheels as opposed to other parts? I am looking for two Atom/Maiilards, one in Italian, the other in French thread, 28-30T, as well as individual...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-08, 12:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 476
Posted By kanenas

Is 34T cog too large for Super Record rear derailleur?

Hello, I have an Alan Super Record with a Super Record rear derailleur. Don't know what year exactly; the derailleur is pictured in a 1984 catalog and has black trim and titanium bolt, if it helps. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-08, 12:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,603
Posted By kanenas

This still won't explain how the French threaded...

This still won't explain how the French threaded freewheel fit in. I doubt that it had to be forced, because it came off easily.



Of course I care about a Campagnolo hub. As long as you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-10-08, 03:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,603
Posted By kanenas

Confused by freewheel and hub threads

On my classic 1970s bike I have a Campagnolo rear hub marked ITALY 35x24F, obviously an Italian thread. When I removed the Atom/Maillard freewheel, I was surprised to read FRENCH M34.7x100 on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-08, 12:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,145
Posted By kanenas

Thank you for the suggestions. Problem solved by...

Thank you for the suggestions. Problem solved by thoroughly oiling the chain. After degreasing, I would apply oil sparingly, like bike manuals suggest. Apparently, I was applying too sparingly. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-08, 11:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,145
Posted By kanenas

Thanks everybody for the answers so far. I have...

Thanks everybody for the answers so far. I have narrowed down the problem to a few chain links. When they go through the pulleys, they squeak. I marked those links with a white marker to make sure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-08, 01:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,145
Posted By kanenas

My Super Record rear derailleur is squeaky

I bought a vintage (1970s) Super Record rear derailleur in slightly used condition. It is the smoothest shifting derailleur I ever had. However there is a persistent squeak that is really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-08, 05:28 PM
Replies: 1,431
Views: 186,151
Posted By kanenas

I have added photos to my previous post. As far...

I have added photos to my previous post. As far as I can tell from the information at http://www.43bikes.com/cinelli-bars-stems.html, mine probably is a 1A road stem. Aluminum, logo "CINELLI...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-08, 01:14 PM
Replies: 1,431
Views: 186,151
Posted By kanenas

Trade Cinelli stem for Schwinn Paramount

Hello, I have a Cinelli stem with extension of 11 cm (about 4 3/8"), center-to-center. It has some scratches, mostly in the down part that goes into the steerer. Would like a Cinelli stem with...
Forum: Touring
04-13-08, 11:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,152
Posted By kanenas

I come from Greece, so no customs, and VAT is the...

I come from Greece, so no customs, and VAT is the same. I want to look for Italian bike shoes like Northwave (or are they only for export?) and some other cool gear that I can't find locally. I...
Forum: Touring
04-13-08, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,152
Posted By kanenas

Well you could say the universal word "aspirin"...

Well you could say the universal word "aspirin" and go on from there, or memorize the active ingredient of your medicine. Most Italians understand 100 English words, obviously you found one that did...
Forum: Touring
04-12-08, 02:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,152
Posted By kanenas

Bike shops in Naples or Sorrento in Italy?

Hi, I will be travelling to Naples and Sorrento in Italy soon, so I need to know of any good bike shops with cycling gear and accessories. Please advise, thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-08, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 542
Posted By kanenas

How to clean dried glue from vintage tubulars?

Hello, I have a pair of vintage tubular rims and tires that I would like to restore. As they haven't been used in more than 10 years, the glue that holds the tire to the rim and the glue that holds...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-08, 04:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,290
Posted By kanenas

It is a Record, which I intend to keep for...

It is a Record, which I intend to keep for historical accuracy. Of course in the course of the adjustments I managed to strip the heads of the limit screws, so I can neither screw them or unscrew...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-08, 05:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,290
Posted By kanenas

Thanks, Koala. I did replace the Gran Turismo...

Thanks, Koala. I did replace the Gran Turismo with Le Tour, however I didn't see much difference. In my opinion the Le Tour is not a huge improvement over the Gran Turismo, in part because the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-08, 05:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,290
Posted By kanenas

Once again, excellent information. So, my...

Once again, excellent information. So, my recollection that the bike came with high-pressure tires was correct. We differ in the brand of the rims. My rims are stamped "Araya Light Alloy 27 x 1...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-08, 02:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,290
Posted By kanenas

Questions on restoration of Schwinn Paramount Tourer (P-15)

Hi, I am restoring a heirloom 1972 Schwinn Paramount Tourer (P-15). I got very helpful responses in this forum re the correct type of freewheel, which says a lot about bike culture.

As the saying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-08, 02:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,039
Posted By kanenas

Fair enough, this is a quick snapshot of the bike...

Fair enough, this is a quick snapshot of the bike in my cellar. Will post more as restoration proceeds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-08, 03:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,039
Posted By kanenas

Thanks everybody, this is really helpful. Will...

Thanks everybody, this is really helpful. Will be posting more questions as I proceed with the restoration of my P-15: How to adjust the front derailleur so that the chain does not rub inside the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-08, 10:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,039
Posted By kanenas

Barndoor, I sent you PM. Scooper, great...

Barndoor, I sent you PM. Scooper, great information, thanks. I have subscribed to many forums, this is the first one that has been helpful.

OK, so the original freewheel was a Regina. Now, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-08, 05:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,039
Posted By kanenas

Scooper says: "The OEM freewheel for the 1972...

Scooper says: "The OEM freewheel for the 1972 P15-9 touring Paramount was a Regina "Oro" with 14, 16, 19, 25, and 31 T cogs. They show up from time to time on eBay."

Thanks, nice that you can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-08, 04:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,039
Posted By kanenas

Identify freewheel and cogs for 1972 Paramount

Hi, by way of introduction, I have a 1972 Schwinn Paramount Touring, 15-speed, that I am restoring with period-correct components. What is the period-correct freewheel? Mine says Shimano but I...
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