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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By Mr. 66

Bicycle Tetris!

Bicycle Tetris!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-17-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 237
Posted By Mr. 66

Do you know what model and year of manufacture it...

Do you know what model and year of manufacture it is? Being a step through usually means worth less than the boys model. It looks to be good shape but neglected condition.

The boys model of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 160
Posted By Mr. 66

lol. What a great day! I went to the beach,...

lol. What a great day! I went to the beach, Paradise Cove to be exact.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x960/img_0586_156f9c58763982807b7024bb154ef5be632f90f9.jpegIf it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-17-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 292
Posted By Mr. 66

If it’s record or super record derailers ther may...

If it’s record or super record derailers ther may be a year on the rear. Hub lock nuts may have date stamps.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 419
Posted By Mr. 66

I use auto tire and wheel cleaner on encrusted...

I use auto tire and wheel cleaner on encrusted metals. It works like the scrubbing bubbles. Spray on it foams up, and then I’ll work it some with a soft paint brush for the heavier areas. Thoroughly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 221
Posted By Mr. 66

My initial instinct is to say junk it. My...

My initial instinct is to say junk it. My secondary is to say 3 points pressure could push things back to normal.

I did this with a Nervar square tapper bitd, with my dad’s vise. I felt I was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 302
Posted By Mr. 66

Could be, it would be a Hi-ten tubing. A newer...

Could be, it would be a Hi-ten tubing. A newer model would be Tange 2. Having a painted fork muddles the water between models. They may also had different designations of 2700.

If I recall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 579
Posted By Mr. 66

Dude! You really should not be derogatory. We are...

Dude! You really should not be derogatory. We are giving you good advice. There is a good bike in the pictures. The Bertoni is a fine make and looks to have a nice groupo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,901
Posted By Mr. 66

I’ve been to sharing wheels. They wouldn’t sell...

I’ve been to sharing wheels. They wouldn’t sell me a bunch of stuff. One of the reasons was because I wasn’t one of the regulars that would normally buy those types of items. In fact I was to buy a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-15-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 278
Posted By Mr. 66

I don’t know how to answer your polling to the...

I don’t know how to answer your polling to the question. I actually did have vintage one I had up for sale last year, I still have it. My asking price was not met to my satisfaction.

I guess one...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 407
Posted By Mr. 66

Performance wise they work just fine, the problem...

Performance wise they work just fine, the problem was that they could get loose from normal use, and then pop out of place if one’s gripping wasn’t optimal. Which in turn leave one with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 579
Posted By Mr. 66

Is the fork original? I thought those for that...

Is the fork original? I thought those for that one were painted.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,901
Posted By Mr. 66

Houston?! Nah, just up the road from you in the...

Houston?! Nah, just up the road from you in the PNW
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,901
Posted By Mr. 66

I posted the pictures, the red is a comp, the...

I posted the pictures, the red is a comp, the black I don’t know the model.

What’s the new price?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 89,901
Posted By Mr. 66

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

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0533_47133d03f876a7238d71148625d77092bf0f7290.jpeg
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: 480
Views: 89,901
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: 17
Views: 468
Posted By Mr. 66

What’s the frame?

What’s the frame?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 341
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: 22
Views: 515
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: 371
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: 371
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: 6
Views: 247
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: 7,436
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: 8,042
Views: 1,003,687
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: 16
Views: 607
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: 331
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: 4,185,315
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: 406
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: 8,042
Views: 1,003,687
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: 21
Views: 601
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: 445
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: 8,042
Views: 1,003,687
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: 445
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: 293
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: 3,013
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: 286
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: 629
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: 373
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: 373
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: 371
Posted By Mr. 66

I have experience with performance ...

I have experience with performance
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0428_06af7c140df053c695af3c45035b42a69fbd435f.jpeg

$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: 371
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: 464
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: 1,132
Views: 68,072
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: 1,132
Views: 68,072
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: 2,835
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: 504,666
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: 456
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: 1,068
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: 11
Views: 643
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: 45,229
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....
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