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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 01:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 255
Posted By Contigo

Waterford Schwinn seatpost binder bolt question

I've got an odd problem, am looking for a little assistance.

The seatpost binder in my 1987 Paramount has gotten rounded off. Am looking for a replacement, but the bolt head has an 11.5 mm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-20, 11:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,655
Posted By Contigo

I won't be trying that hard. Buffalo Trace, neat!

I won't be trying that hard. Buffalo Trace, neat!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,655
Posted By Contigo

If I screw this up, I'll want to know more! The...

If I screw this up, I'll want to know more! The Velocals-style vinyl reproduction just didn't look right to me. I had it on this frame for two years, and it bugged me the whole time. Yours looks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-20, 10:13 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,655
Posted By Contigo

Yes, I'm with you there. But these originals are...

Yes, I'm with you there. But these originals are a little out of my prior experience, because I don't think they're vinyl (at least not what you get from Velocals, etc.) or waterslide. I don't know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-20, 07:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,655
Posted By Contigo

In the past, with vinyl, I've had good luck using...

In the past, with vinyl, I've had good luck using a slightly soapy water solution to "float" the decals into proper alignment. You're saying that won't work here? That's my main concern, I suppose,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,655
Posted By Contigo

Original Columbus tubing decals application

How were they applied? I've come across a few NOS tubing decals, SL fork and SLX main tubing, which happen to be precisely correct for my Pinarello. These were not easy to locate. I've used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-20, 02:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,683
Posted By Contigo

Thanks to all for the kind input. My experience...

Thanks to all for the kind input. My experience has been mostly Campagnolo. In fact, one of my main riding bikes has the exact same hubs, same cones, not same bearings and grease (!), for over 30...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-20, 10:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,683
Posted By Contigo

Uh, read above. I thought I provided all...

Uh, read above. I thought I provided all relevant information that I could think of.

Have I given offense somehow?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-20, 10:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,683
Posted By Contigo

Dura ace hub scratchy and catching or just me?

I recently was checking my hubs, dura ace 7700, and found that the rear hub has a slight catching sensation when I let the wheel rotate while holding it in my hands. I immediately feared that a cone...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-22-19, 07:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,145
Posted By Contigo

There's an area of apparent rust just below the...

There's an area of apparent rust just below the fork crown (left blade insert point) in photo 10. That's worrisome.

With the rust you can see, and the hints of rust you cannot, it seems prudent...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-21-19, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,145
Posted By Contigo

Masi GC in pretty rough shape -- value?

This one is my size, but it certainly has its flaws. My main concern is the risk of a rusty BB. I asked the seller if he'd remove the bottom bracket and send photos, but got a non-responsive answer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-19, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,021
Posted By Contigo

In what way? Wider cage to require less...

In what way? Wider cage to require less trimming? I'm asking because I don't use STIs so am not sure how the FD would differ.

Looked at another way, does that mean that 7400 with DT shifters...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-19, 09:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,021
Posted By Contigo

Dura Ace FD 7400 or 7410 for DT shifters?

I'm wondering what the design difference is between the Dura Ace 7400 front derailleur and the 7410? I'd be using a 7410 crank and running 8 speed downtube shifters.

Does front derailleur choice...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-19, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,519
Posted By Contigo

My question basically presumed that at some point...

My question basically presumed that at some point it might be necessary to grease the cam, as with the older style. Your post clarifies that it probably isn't needed.

thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-19, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,519
Posted By Contigo

Dura ace quick release skewer question

How do you take apart the lever part of a DA QR skewer? Duh, I'm not asking how to use a QR.

What I mean is, I'm comparing the more recent DA skewers (like from 7700/9 speed to current) with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-19, 01:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,046
Posted By Contigo

Great point -- this is exactly what I'm getting...

Great point -- this is exactly what I'm getting at. Seller is not a French bike person, and I can't inspect the bike in person, so I don't really know what is going on with the hanger. Your idea that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-19, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,046
Posted By Contigo

Peugeot PX-10 dropout and Huret derailleur

I'm interested in a certain PX-10, which would be my first French bike. I've read a few things about Simplex derailleur hangers, but I'm unclear on when or how that hanger could be used with a Huret...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-18, 09:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 539
Posted By Contigo

Cinelli Grammo Titanium stem dimensions

Is the max stem height of the Grammo the same as the 1/A? I'm looking at one online and the minimum insertion mark seems awfully high, higher than my 1/A.

It could just be an illusion because of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-09-18, 11:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,354
Posted By Contigo

Fascinating the detailed knowledge some have. I'm...

Fascinating the detailed knowledge some have. I'm interested in the bike, and would love a tall GC. But that price only seems justifiable if this thing is granted some kind of icon status and if the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-09-18, 09:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,354
Posted By Contigo

What are you seeing as non-original? He seems to...

What are you seeing as non-original? He seems to portraying this as a time capsule, with the painted cable crimps and all.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-07-18, 09:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,354
Posted By Contigo

I think you have to conclude that he doesn't...

I think you have to conclude that he doesn't particularly want to sell it. Which of course is fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-18, 09:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,037
Posted By Contigo

Although it has been noted before, your mastery...

Although it has been noted before, your mastery of the minutiae of these older bikes is astounding. Just for fun here's my bike from the early days.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-18, 09:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,037
Posted By Contigo

And you're just the person I was hoping to hear...

And you're just the person I was hoping to hear from.

Yeah, my Montello is from 1986. Mine came with a SL-type decal on the fork blades (i.e., blue background rather than red as with the SLX). My...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-18, 07:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,037
Posted By Contigo

What Pinarello fork is this?

A long time ago, the steerer tube on my Pinarello Montello got cut a little too short to use with some headsets. I've managed fine by using short stack height models and/or leaving off the lock...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-03-18, 07:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,354
Posted By Contigo

Masi Gran Criterium Carlsbad

I've watched a certain mid-70s Carlsbad Masi GC on a well-known auction site for a few weeks. It's a 64 cm frame and the seller seems to know the history of the bike very well. It appears to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-18, 11:14 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,293
Posted By Contigo

Uh, personal experience as a 30-year owner of the...

Uh, personal experience as a 30-year owner of the frame in question. Mainly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-18, 10:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,293
Posted By Contigo

Hey, if it's the frame you like for that kind of...

Hey, if it's the frame you like for that kind of riding, great. I just think that most people who often do 4-hour climbs at 10 MPH would be better off with something else, something more stable at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-18, 05:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,293
Posted By Contigo

Not a criterium bike -- a stage race bike. Mine...

Not a criterium bike -- a stage race bike. Mine is far from twitchy, so long as you don't let it dip below 17-18 MPH. Above that, it is very stable and predictable. I'll be the first to admit that I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-18, 07:19 AM
Replies: 854
Views: 239,624
Posted By Contigo

Sadly, I don't know the history of the frame. I...

Sadly, I don't know the history of the frame. I bought it not too long ago on Ebay, then built it with the parts you see.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-18, 05:12 PM
Replies: 854
Views: 239,624
Posted By Contigo

My 1984 Gran Tour: ...

My 1984 Gran Tour:



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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-18, 05:25 PM
Replies: 189
Views: 34,432
Posted By Contigo

Don't know about the 28s but my 32s have proved...

Don't know about the 28s but my 32s have proved long-wearing. Jan deserves credit for adding a little extra tread depth even at some weight penalty. My back tire at 2,000 miles is probably good for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 3,255
Views: 433,421
Posted By Contigo

I'll just toss out there that for anyone in goat...

I'll just toss out there that for anyone in goat head country, Tufos are fantastic. I rarely flat for any reason other than a goat head, but since switching to Tufos + sealant, I now rarely flat on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-18, 10:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,163
Posted By Contigo

It is a seldom seen Raleigh model, and I'm glad...

It is a seldom seen Raleigh model, and I'm glad you asked:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-18, 08:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,163
Posted By Contigo

From a recent ride up a local pass. Some gravel,...

From a recent ride up a local pass. Some gravel, overcast with a little rain.

My first Reynolds 531C frame.

Also, am posting my first pics to the forum, hope this works alright.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-18, 08:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,163
Posted By Contigo

Yeah, well, I've had a Phil Wood in my custom...

Yeah, well, I've had a Phil Wood in my custom Jeff Lyon for 15 years now and have never hardly touched the thing.

This Raleigh is not going to be strictly a period build, and I guess Shimano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,163
Posted By Contigo

Vintage Raleigh bottom bracket threading

I recently bought a Raleigh Gran Tour from 1983 or 1984.

Am I correct that this will have Standard British 24 TPI threading in the bottom bracket, rather than Nottingham-specific 26 TPI?

And...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-17, 07:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,273
Posted By Contigo

For my return to tubulars after so many years I...

For my return to tubulars after so many years I figured I'd buy into the Tufo system. But I agree their ride isn't perfect. Still very good. I think they're faster and more comfortable than some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 11:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,273
Posted By Contigo

I rode tubulars back in the day when I lived in...

I rode tubulars back in the day when I lived in central Texas and, best I recall, goatheads were not a problem. Usually Continental Sprinters. But even so, when I got a flat it was a real big...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 09:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,273
Posted By Contigo

No, no, no. The goatheads fear me now. I give...

No, no, no. The goatheads fear me now. I give them no mercy. I swerve to the side of revegetated areas. I seek them out. This is so I can ride over them and crush them with my invincible...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,273
Posted By Contigo

Just to report back, happy to say that filing a...

Just to report back, happy to say that filing a little angle to the pads did the trick. And for some gratuitous content, I cannot describe how great it is to be 1) back on tubulars but 2)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-17, 10:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,273
Posted By Contigo

Alrighty -- thanks. Will try filing. So...

Alrighty -- thanks. Will try filing.

So the basic idea that mis-mated brake pads and rim = judder seems sound?

Only been riding for 30 years and never had anything like this before.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-17, 08:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,273
Posted By Contigo

Vintage brake and rim incompatibility? Troubleshoot!

Hoping for a little help, not sure if I should post here or in the mechanics section.

I recently dusted off my 1986 Pinarello Montello. I had a pair of Nisi Laser rims from BITD and thought...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-16, 05:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,522
Posted By Contigo

Ha! Hive mind rules -- I had missed that page of...

Ha! Hive mind rules -- I had missed that page of that scan. Thank you.

Never done a 650B, but seems like a candidate to me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-16, 01:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,522
Posted By Contigo

Bridgestone Grand Velo geometry and 650B?

Greetings -- first post for me.

I have an angle on a Bridgestone Grand Velo 2000 and am wondering if anyone knows the precise geometry of this frame? From old scans online I can find out the...
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