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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-23, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,261
Posted By Dominae

The spindle on my bottom bracket is, in fact,...

The spindle on my bottom bracket is, in fact, asymmetrical. I didn't notice that when I removed it. Does the longer part of the spindle go on the drive side? I have seen the UN-55 cartridge bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,261
Posted By Dominae

Bottom Bracket Upgrade

I am restoring a 1984 Trek 560. The bottom bracket is standard English threaded, 68x119. The ends of spindle a have "male" threads protruding from the square taper. The whole bottom bracket is old...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-22, 07:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,498
Posted By Dominae

1. Done, however it didn’t change the title of...

1. Done, however it didn’t change the title of the thread on the main C&V page?

2. I no longer live in Ohio but I sent them a email. Not sure if they have time to respond to such a ridiculous...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-22, 06:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,498
Posted By Dominae

Yeah…I’ve already thought of that and tried to...

Yeah…I’ve already thought of that and tried to connect with him on LinkedIn but so far no luck. I am a little concerned he would think I’m a crazy person though. This may be a last resort if I get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-22, 02:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,498
Posted By Dominae

Very impressive! The shop decal I’m looking for...

Very impressive! The shop decal I’m looking for is very simple. It’s black graphics on white background with an image of guy riding a penny farthing and the words “ Bike Center” and “Oxford, Ohio.”
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-22, 10:04 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,498
Posted By Dominae

Yes that would be great. Do you know anyone who...

Yes that would be great. Do you know anyone who could make a reproduction from a photo? This is a much more likely option than peeling a 40 year old decal off a frame. Thanks for the suggestion!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,498
Posted By Dominae

Crazy Request: Bike Center, Oxford, Ohio

I started an earlier thread about my restoration of a Trek 560 that I bought in college right before I graduated. Part of the history of this bike to which I assign much of its sentimental value was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-22, 05:57 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

I have not received shipment of my Trek 560 but...

I have not received shipment of my Trek 560 but while waiting to take delivery I keep thinking about all the potential issues the bike might have and how to resolve them. I suppose I should wait...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-22, 08:17 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

I cannot remember whether bikes in 1984 used the...

I cannot remember whether bikes in 1984 used the same cable housing for brakes and shifter cables or whether there was separate housing for shifter cables? I suppose it would hurt to use modern...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-22, 09:12 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

It's the 1984 model year.

It's the 1984 model year.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-22, 06:09 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

Thanks for all the thoughtful replies. They have...

Thanks for all the thoughtful replies. They have helped me clarify that I want to keep as much of the original bike as possible. I will have to see what kind of shape the Helicomatic hub is in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-22, 07:55 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

i will admire it, ride it to the coffee shop,...

i will admire it, ride it to the coffee shop, ride it on a bike path, look at at some more trying to recapture my youth and tinker on it endlessly. I will not be going on long hard rides with it. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-22, 08:14 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

I know that the Trek 560 has a 6 speed...

I know that the Trek 560 has a 6 speed Helicomatic hub and have read that they are unreliable, the bearings don’t last, etc. Would this be something worth replacing right away? I suppose I could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-22, 06:36 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

If there are no deep scratches on the aluminum...

If there are no deep scratches on the aluminum parts, does “polishing” still involve some amount of sanding with super fine grit sandpaper or if there are no scratches and the finish is just dull and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 03:53 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

Merziac, yes that sounds like what I want to...

Merziac,

yes that sounds like what I want to do-an “in house restoration.” I do not want to repaint the frame-maybe touch it up in spots to prevent rust? What is involved in the cleaning and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

SurferRosa, Obviously I am a newbie to the...

SurferRosa,

Obviously I am a newbie to the vintage bike page and when I typed the word “restoration” I did not realize the distinction from the word “refurbish.” In your estimation, what is the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 02:45 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

Thanks all. I found the exact bike and have made...

Thanks all. I found the exact bike and have made arrangements to pick it up. I don’t posses it yet but I am starting to think about what I will do with it once I receive it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 01:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

Well to the extent it would even be possible the...

Well to the extent it would even be possible the best result would be a mint condition original version of the bike, like the day I wheeled it out of the shop in that small college town. But that is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 12:30 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,456
Posted By Dominae

How to Approach Restoration

When I graduated from college I bought a Trek 560 road bike as my first real serious bike. That bicycle, and the experiences I had on it, led me to a lifetime of cycling and I am still going at it,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-22, 12:55 PM
Replies: 763
Views: 269,461
Posted By Dominae

Anyone near Denver/ Lakewood Colorado that would...

Anyone near Denver/ Lakewood Colorado that would be willing to help ship a mid-1980s Trek?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-22, 08:07 AM
Replies: 6,481
Views: 776,548
Posted By Dominae

ISO: Trek 560

I am looking for a 1984 Trek 560 road bike or frame in size 56-60. Please let me know if you have one or have seen one that’s available. Thank you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-22, 02:11 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,179
Posted By Dominae

Did your rapidly spinning chain trigger a...

Did your rapidly spinning chain trigger a reaction in a maladjusted dog causing him to bite a few links off? Considering all of your posts together that is the most likely explanation.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-22, 06:34 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,609
Posted By Dominae

I had my wife read your post. She is a...

I had my wife read your post. She is a veterinarian. She said that was one of the dumbest things she’s ever read.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-22, 12:46 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 18,523
Posted By Dominae

More Timtak? Yes please!

More Timtak? Yes please!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-22, 04:01 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,196
Posted By Dominae

According the the law, the title to the bike...

According the the law, the title to the bike still resides with the seller even though the seller gave permission to the buyer to test ride it. Under those circumstances the risk of loss remains...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-22, 07:13 PM
Replies: 359
Views: 11,559
Posted By Dominae

Only retro 7-11 jersey.

Only retro 7-11 jersey.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-22, 03:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,082
Posted By Dominae

I am doing this right now. The bike shop had the...

I am doing this right now. The bike shop had the bike I wanted but not in my size. The bike shop contacted its Trek rep and found a bike in my size at an unaffiliated shop. The Trek rep arranged...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-21, 06:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By Dominae

I don’t know the answer to that question but...

I don’t know the answer to that question but assume that because these bikes are custom made by Schwinn that the bikes probably have a “racier” geometry. Several companies make single speed coaster...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-21, 02:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By Dominae

No we aren’t too proud to accept IU hand-me-downs...

No we aren’t too proud to accept IU hand-me-downs If they were offered. Although you have to wonder how many 50 mile races these Schwinns have in them.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-21, 05:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By Dominae

The bikes used in the Little 500 are essentially...

The bikes used in the Little 500 are essentially Walmart quality disposable bikes. They use them for one year, and then order new ones the next. I don’t think Walmart sells very many single speed...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-18-21, 05:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,138
Posted By Dominae

Drop bar single speed

A university where I graduated and now work is interested in resurrecting an annual bike race it used to hold which is much like Indiana University’s Little 500. We will need to purchase 40 or 50...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-25-21, 05:40 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,967
Posted By Dominae

Griffin, I have a set of wheels I removed...

Griffin,

I have a set of wheels I removed from my Caadx when I purchased it. They have never been ridden. I would be willing to sell cheap.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-21, 03:56 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,122
Posted By Dominae

You mean like when you ring the bell and startle...

You mean like when you ring the bell and startle them and, scared and confused, they jump out in front of you?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-21, 03:43 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,122
Posted By Dominae

My job is to not hit someone else on the bike...

My job is to not hit someone else on the bike path. Someone else’s situational awareness is not my job. I am good at my job.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-21, 03:52 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 15,760
Posted By Dominae

A distinction without a difference. So some...

A distinction without a difference. So some other for profit company is going to be selling these bikes for profit and I am expected to provide the free labor necessary to make the company...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-21, 07:17 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 15,760
Posted By Dominae

Wait...you expect me to volunteer my time to...

Wait...you expect me to volunteer my time to build bikes for free so that Walmart can sell more of them at a lower price thus enabling them to make more profit? And this is your business plan?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-24-21, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,071
Posted By Dominae

My personal opinion is that the 35 mm G-One All...

My personal opinion is that the 35 mm G-One All Arounds are one of the best tires I have ever used for mixed tarmac/light gravel. The only problem is that they seem to wear our very quickly. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-21, 06:23 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,195
Posted By Dominae

I broke my collarbone twice. Both times it was...

I broke my collarbone twice. Both times it was painful as hell. Second time I went to an old school ortho doc who said if the broken ends “are in the same room” then no surgery. Six weeks later...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-16-20, 05:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,303
Posted By Dominae

I have 40s on mine and there is still extra room....

I have 40s on mine and there is still extra room. 45s might fit with very little clearance.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-20, 06:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 512
Posted By Dominae

I am in Davis right now. A Frame Road is not...

I am in Davis right now. A Frame Road is not gravel as far as I know.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-20, 09:08 AM
Replies: 16,131
Views: 729,095
Posted By Dominae

As a fellow attorney who needs to get caught up...

As a fellow attorney who needs to get caught up on CLE credits who is sponsoring the CLE and is it available on line?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-20, 06:57 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 11,868
Posted By Dominae

That’s the one! What made it unfortunate was that...

That’s the one! What made it unfortunate was that I thought he was trolling but the entire time he was sincere. Please come back for an encore timtak!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-20, 06:37 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 11,868
Posted By Dominae

The only thread that might be more stupid was...

The only thread that might be more stupid was timtak’s
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-20, 06:34 PM
Replies: 16,131
Views: 729,095
Posted By Dominae

You should clean it and shine it up, then wrap in...

You should clean it and shine it up, then wrap in bubble wrap and find a custom case you can put it in so nothing unspeakable can happen to it—like food stains or something.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-20, 06:00 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 11,868
Posted By Dominae

This is the stupidest thread in the history of...

This is the stupidest thread in the history of Bike Forums. And that’s saying something.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-20, 02:39 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,570
Posted By Dominae

Firebird: I just went thru this whole analysis...

Firebird: I just went thru this whole analysis with my carbon Super X and Tailfin turned out to be too expensive because you can’t use regular pannier bags. You have to buy theirs. Here’s what I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-02-19, 05:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,176
Posted By Dominae

I just bought a hollow gram crankset. I was not...

I just bought a hollow gram crankset. I was not able to find a work around.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-05-19, 06:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,721
Posted By Dominae

No I have a 2x. I don’t understand the...

No I have a 2x. I don’t understand the fascination with 1x. After years and years of pushing for more gears, from 5-speed, 8, 9, 10 and now 11 I don’t understand the mentality of now cutting all of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-19, 05:43 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 16,721
Posted By Dominae

I have the 2018 SuperX and ride it on 6-8 hour...

I have the 2018 SuperX and ride it on 6-8 hour gravel rides. It’s a carbon bike. How can it not be comfortable? In my opinion, there is too much hyper-specialization in the bike market. It’s a...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-10-19, 04:47 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,297
Posted By Dominae

All I did was quote him. I didn’t realize that...

All I did was quote him. I didn’t realize that constituted bringing politics into the discussion.
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