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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,771
Posted By Mr. 66

Birds of a feather flock together… ...

Birds of a feather flock together…
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 230
Views: 10,640
Posted By Mr. 66

There’s one flying under the radar.

There’s one flying under the radar.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 632
Posted By Mr. 66

The caliper is dry and adjuster looks to need...

The caliper is dry and adjuster looks to need some wd or some penetrating oil. The barrel adjuster may be stiff action, or frozen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 10,771
Posted By Mr. 66

Serotta did do some touring frames, the pnwgopher...

Serotta did do some touring frames, the pnwgopher has one, it is the ‘Rapid Tour’.

I have a Club Special track bike, this one is not my size. I use that one to hold the floor down, this was a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 983
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh yes that can be tough. When you push the pin...

Oh yes that can be tough. When you push the pin push thru one side only as far as you need, just enough to slightly pry open to pull the link out.

the reinstall is a slight pry and clip back into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 307
Posted By Mr. 66

You lower the stem and not cut the ‘steertube’...

You lower the stem and not cut the ‘steertube’ just restack the spacers from under to over. This way if you don’t like the lower you can put it back.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,003
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s been a few years since I’ve set those up....

It’s been a few years since I’ve set those up. Bitd I would have the Suntour ratchet shifters cables roll up the bend some enough to lift, not up to the brake levers. Probably half way the bend to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 279
Posted By Mr. 66

I would guess your Takara would have Maxy cranks,...

I would guess your Takara would have Maxy cranks, Suntour derailer, and Diacomp center pull brakes. Is it green? I seem to recall that was their color.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-20-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 971
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that handle massive tires like the Big Apple

Oh that handle massive tires like the Big Apple
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 15,453
Views: 4,079,212
Posted By Mr. 66

Yes, some scuff on the cap but not on the body!...

Yes, some scuff on the cap but not on the body! :)

They have been cleaned filed down and rebuilt, I’m happy....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 10,640
Posted By Mr. 66

One thing the add does not specify is the tubing...

One thing the add does not specify is the tubing manufacturer. The picture of the tubing decal is not at a good angle, it appears to be Columbus logo.

At $700 it’s rich for myself, but I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,123
Posted By Mr. 66

I think you screwed the pooch with the off center...

I think you screwed the pooch with the off center holes.

Do you have any needle end pliers, maybe the tip ends of some wire cutters may have enough to grab in the two holes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 903
Posted By Mr. 66

I came to the point with the ‘68 where I gave up...

I came to the point with the ‘68 where I gave up on them. Either the calipers’ bend for the pad slot had crack, the pivot bolts broken, or the lever bodies (famous for cracking on installing) were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,201
Posted By Mr. 66

I guess they, Japan, imported frames, but they...

I guess they, Japan, imported frames, but they exported a lot more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,457
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh stuck post and bb?! Kroil or PB Blaster will...

Oh stuck post and bb?! Kroil or PB Blaster will assist on the removals. Heat can help also.

Im wondering if the lbs actually tried removing the bb, most if not all shops won’t quote a stick post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,457
Posted By Mr. 66

Eh, the frame is probably, usable. If you want a...

Eh, the frame is probably, usable. If you want a project and you like it one could repaint. The epoxy paints are very durable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,201
Posted By Mr. 66

My Miyata, and Univega have lasted 45 years, my...

My Miyata, and Univega have lasted 45 years, my Nishiki 48 years.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 453
Posted By Mr. 66

I’m sure that it will work fine. It does change,...

I’m sure that it will work fine. It does change, slacken, your geometry some.

Your original fork is probably fine enough for realignment. Aside from putting a wheel on the original have you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 312
Posted By Mr. 66

That looks very twitchy. Have you tried it with a...

That looks very twitchy. Have you tried it with a loaded rack?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 252
Posted By Mr. 66

I have no idea what you did. It sounds like it’s...

I have no idea what you did. It sounds like it’s toast. Nothing is slightly snapped, that’s like being a little bit pregnant, lol.

I am not familiar with Aksium parts, hopefully someone that is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 626
Posted By Mr. 66

Sure, space out the chain rings, lol.

Sure, space out the chain rings, lol.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 15,453
Views: 4,079,212
Posted By Mr. 66

Set set of modified campy pedals covered with...

Set set of modified campy pedals covered with epoxy were uncovered at The Bikery. The bearings roll clean, and a new modification is in order....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 481
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s fake!

It’s fake!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,790
Posted By Mr. 66

The Pro Miyata is right on brink. Here it is,...

The Pro Miyata is right on brink. Here it is, with the seatpost at minimum insert. I need a tiny bit more extension. It is set up with 170mm cranks. The bar reach and drop are more than more of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3,018
Views: 873,583
Posted By Mr. 66

Very sporting, I like it. Not sure about the...

Very sporting, I like it. Not sure about the cable route for the rear brake. I would loop it over the post pin to the adjuster.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,934
Posted By Mr. 66

For you 170 is probably great. A longer crank can...

For you 170 is probably great. A longer crank can increase leverage, some. It can be helpful to have a longer or shorter largely depending inseams. Some people cannot handle longer, it increases...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 830
Posted By Mr. 66

That looks to be a race frame, I say this because...

That looks to be a race frame, I say this because there are no rack or fender eyelets.

I tried adjusting the photo, I could not draw any information from it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 310
Posted By Mr. 66

Different lengths for different products.

Different lengths for different products.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 742
Posted By Mr. 66

That all looks fine, crusty but fine. I would oil...

That all looks fine, crusty but fine. I would oil the derailer pivots and spring. Work that by hand. The chain definitely needs lubricant. WD40 the cable as well, your shifter may need some as well....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,154
Posted By Mr. 66

Some punctuation would definitely help.

Some punctuation would definitely help.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,081
Posted By Mr. 66

I would not buy the proposed. The op is much...

I would not buy the proposed. The op is much better off using a local bike kitchen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 7,820
Views: 927,963
Posted By Mr. 66

The fork is wicked, looks very responsive. ...

The fork is wicked, looks very responsive.

On your cranks, is there a wobble in looking at the chainring to derailer as it rotates. I’m wondering if you have a spider arm that got binged and needs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 822
Posted By Mr. 66

I would think a rear wheel from a coop would be...

I would think a rear wheel from a coop would be about $30 in my part of the rock, your local I would have no idea
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,076
Posted By Mr. 66

Outrageous price, and the fork needs alignment ...

Outrageous price, and the fork needs alignment
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 630
Posted By Mr. 66

I would go with a buying a wheelset, trying to...

I would go with a buying a wheelset, trying to find a match can be a daunting challenge.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 550
Posted By Mr. 66

I did some 600 grit and Meguires carnuba wax on...

I did some 600 grit and Meguires carnuba wax on the Synergy, the wax has more cut to it than others that I’ve used. I didn’t want to use the rubbing compound, I’m sure it would have worked fine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,011
Posted By Mr. 66

Thanks! The white one is not a Colorado II, I...

Thanks! The white one is not a Colorado II, I think it’s designated as Colorado LT.

Today is a different day, I still have the LT, but I did get a little greedy a few weeks ago when a blue...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 514
Posted By Mr. 66

Washer or are they convex spring? Did you try the...

Washer or are they convex spring? Did you try the same piece flipped? I think I tried a washer under the thumbscrew, I don’t recall if that worked or if I did something different. I wonder if a thin...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,030
Posted By Mr. 66

I do have a top of the line from 1967. It’s like...

I do have a top of the line from 1967. It’s like a Japanese Paramount. I thought it was English from first glance.

Was there bias of production, yes, but it was rooted with good reason. Cheaply...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 563
Posted By Mr. 66

Wheel needs dish even, forks are not aligned, is...

Wheel needs dish even, forks are not aligned, is what I see
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,041
Posted By Mr. 66

Well, it’s not a Craigslist, nor is there an add...

Well, it’s not a Craigslist, nor is there an add for them anywhere.

At the Bike Works yellow house, in Seattle, is a set of Campy Star pista hubs in the glass case for $150.

if one so desires...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 322
Posted By Mr. 66

Do you have any other information? A name brand,...

Do you have any other information? A name brand, a product name, the type of parts.

Used bikes usually work just fine with oiling the chain and lubricant to various pivots, leading up to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-25-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 512
Posted By Mr. 66

$500, I would pass. I think $500 with good...

$500, I would pass. I think $500 with good original paint is steep. As pictured I think $200 is more in line with a Craigslist add price for the Treviso
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7,820
Views: 927,963
Posted By Mr. 66

Difficult to make time, enough though. Enough to...

Difficult to make time, enough though. Enough to clean and break free the stuck seatpost with a good snap. The seatpost has been cleaned of, and the seatube honed clear of rust. Saddle has been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,224
Posted By Mr. 66

Wow, is it garbage? Now it’s $100. Whatever

Wow, is it garbage? Now it’s $100. Whatever
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,422
Posted By Mr. 66

What is the price of posting? Do you have a link...

What is the price of posting? Do you have a link or pictures of the perspective?

I am not that familiar with PDG. Hopefully someone will chime in soon enough for you to catch the active add.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 15,453
Views: 4,079,212
Posted By Mr. 66

A blue Serrota has rolled to the house o’ 66 ...

A blue Serrota has rolled to the house o’ 66
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,041
Posted By Mr. 66

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/bellevue-...

https://seattle.craigslist.org/est/bik/d/bellevue-beware-fake-scam-post/7727554335.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 386
Posted By Mr. 66

Interesting combination over bb routing and a...

Interesting combination over bb routing and a front derailer hanger. I have this at circa 1984
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,224
Posted By Mr. 66

I would realign that, it’s not that difficult.

I would realign that, it’s not that difficult.
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