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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-14, 08:32 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,261
Posted By beanteck

Just finished up my girlfriend's Christmas...

Just finished up my girlfriend's Christmas present last night. An 88' Trek 400 done up in RSX.

Merry Christmas, all you retro roadies. :)


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-14, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,261
Posted By beanteck

Both of those bikes are so beautiful, but the...

Both of those bikes are so beautiful, but the RB-1....just perfect. Bravo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 12,657
Posted By beanteck

Great thread idea. Nice to put some faces with...

Great thread idea. Nice to put some faces with the names. I've had a beard, goatee and sideburns, etc. since I could grow them. Ive mostly kept everything pretty close to my face, but decided to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-22-14, 11:05 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,148
Posted By beanteck

Yeah, those roller cams will likely be sold on...

Yeah, those roller cams will likely be sold on ebay to help fund the build. Both bridges are drilled for caliper brakes. I test fit with some light action ones I have lying around, and they line up...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-22-14, 09:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 16,148
Posted By beanteck

I happened across an 87 this weekend. I bought...

I happened across an 87 this weekend. I bought it as a flipper, but I put on some 700c wheels on to check for clearance and brake reach, and it looks pretty darn good. Now Im looking for 700c wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-14, 10:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Beautiful bike, Mitch! Does it have a tubing...

Beautiful bike, Mitch! Does it have a tubing badge on the seatpost? I noticed yours has eyelets in the rear dropouts. Almost makes me wonder if Ive got something else...err, I mean that some lucky...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-14, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,152
Posted By beanteck

Taken 60 miles into my first century. Such a...

Taken 60 miles into my first century. Such a fun bicycle to ride...


And I tend to think it feels whippy as opposed to twitchy.:)

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-14, 06:25 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,261
Posted By beanteck

Just finished my 88 Ironman Master. Now if the...

Just finished my 88 Ironman Master. Now if the weather would ever warm up...

http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c260/beatneck/20140322_155935_LLS_zpscdbbb785.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-14, 10:27 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,554,152
Posted By beanteck

Here is my 88' Master fresh from Ebay. Im going...

Here is my 88' Master fresh from Ebay. Im going to convert it to Shimergo, but want to keep the current wheel and hub setup. The rear hub is a FH-6400. What body would I need? and how long an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-14, 08:15 PM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

And I second said photo request. ...

And I second said photo request.



Also, as it arrived to me yesterday. A master... in my size. Oh happy day.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-13, 09:57 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,261
Posted By beanteck

Probably the only thing i wasn't overly thrilled...

Probably the only thing i wasn't overly thrilled with out of the gate, but it shifts great. Replacements are on the list for the next time it gets some time in the stand.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-13, 09:58 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,102,261
Posted By beanteck

My first attempt at building one of these, an 88...

My first attempt at building one of these, an 88 Miele Azsora.



http://i29.photobucket.com/albums/c260/beatneck/miele_zps89d59028.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-13, 06:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Velocals decals came in this afternoon, and with...

Velocals decals came in this afternoon, and with their application, this project is finally complete. Well, except for maybe the saddle. Anyone looking to trade a concor supercorsa for an avocet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-13, 03:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Getting there on the rebuild. Decided to go with...

Getting there on the rebuild. Decided to go with white paint because I thought they would look better with the wheelset I got for a steal. Going with an 8 speed Tri Color Shimergo setup. Just need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-13, 05:24 AM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

The serial indicates an 88 manufacture, as does...

The serial indicates an 88 manufacture, as does the red white fade paint scheme. (My favorite of them all.) Nice bike you have there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-13, 01:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Awesome. I have a 1988 azsora. Now i have a...

Awesome. I have a 1988 azsora. Now i have a project. Now to decide if i finish piecing the original stuff back together, or to go out and get a new used group, like 105 or something.

Either way...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-13, 02:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Its 27.2, don't know how i missed that. Sorry...

Its 27.2, don't know how i missed that. Sorry bout that.

All good input everybody. Thanks. That's what i love about this place. So much knowledge.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-13, 07:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Some more things learned about my bike this...

Some more things learned about my bike this evening include...

-Fork is indeed a replacement, but we pretty much knew that anyway.
-Stem and seat post are replacements (kalloy)
-brakes and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-13, 11:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

It does have a pump peg. Thanks for the location...

It does have a pump peg. Thanks for the location of the serial. I'll check when i get home from work. I also noticed the oddity of only the front eyelet. Thanks for the info.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-15-13, 08:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 17,605
Posted By beanteck

Hi. The only flandrias I've ever come across...

Hi. The only flandrias I've ever come across were entry level models with hi tensile steel frames. They are indeed fairly rare, but unfortunately (as with this model), it doesn't always equal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-13, 07:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,308
Posted By beanteck

Longshot Miele ID

While obviously not a high end model, I was curious if someone might be able to take a stab at IDing this spraybombed fixed conversion I just picked up.

Parts that the seller included were...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-13, 04:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By beanteck

Cranks are SR Apex, and rings are 34-44-52.

Cranks are SR Apex, and rings are 34-44-52.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-13, 01:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By beanteck

Period correct FD for 78 Centurion Pro Tour w/ triple ring

Im looking for suggestions on a period correct looking front derailleur for my 1978 Centurion Pro Tour. It has a triple up front, and I have been having trouble at times getting into the large ring...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-13, 05:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 602
Posted By beanteck

Don't modify it. Its perfect as is. Without the...

Don't modify it. Its perfect as is. Without the benefit of a serial number, it appears to be a 78/79 model. Nice lookin bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-13, 05:55 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 14,502
Posted By beanteck

Replying to subscribe to the progress, and to say...

Replying to subscribe to the progress, and to say that my 78 pro tour has a 27.0 post.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-02-13, 01:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 776
Posted By beanteck

I recently sold my 1987 expert (23" red/white)...

I recently sold my 1987 expert (23" red/white) for $340 over craigslist in the middle of winter. It took about a month to find the right buyer though.

If you are not in a rush to part with it,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-12, 07:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,684
Posted By beanteck

Ok, so I've learned something here... (1)...

Ok, so I've learned something here...

(1) These bars are alot cooler than I first thought.

And (2), it appears I should have no problems finding a home for em should I decide not to adapt to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-12, 08:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,684
Posted By beanteck

Just happened across one of these. Deore...

Just happened across one of these.

Deore DX,
Barcons,
Crazy weird drop bars,
Late 80's Paintjob



Rides nice and shifts smooth, but something has to be done about those bars during the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-12, 07:31 PM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

I took a couple shots of the new Ironman today,...

I took a couple shots of the new Ironman today, and figured Id enter it into the database. 105 all over. Wolber Alpines. Serial is N6M7770. Will probably ride out the year, and tear it down this...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-12, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 459
Posted By beanteck

ID these bars please?

Seriously. I am clueless...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-12, 09:50 PM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

Finally landed a Dave Scott Ironman today. Needs...

Finally landed a Dave Scott Ironman today. Needs an overhaul, but the paint looked really good. Just wait till I tell the wife.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-12, 12:49 PM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

Thanks for the reply Robbie. Was more looking...

Thanks for the reply Robbie. Was more looking for overall validity to a story, rather than a current value.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-12, 11:20 AM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

Since we are on the topic of late 70s/early 80's...

Since we are on the topic of late 70s/early 80's elites, would anybody know what one retailed for around then? Im getting a bogus story, and just wondered how bogus it is.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-26-12, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 862
Posted By beanteck

LeMond Zurich Frameset

Not sure if a 2000 makes the vintage cut, but it is steel at least. I came across this by chance and am not sure what Im going to do with it. I would likely sell it for sure, except that I found two...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-15-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,738
Posted By beanteck

I will generally not even bother contacting...

I will generally not even bother contacting sellers that have inflated prices on their bicycles.

There is nothing wrong with pricing it at market value, and then holding your ground against a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-12, 12:03 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,654,454
Posted By beanteck

http://flint.craigslist.org/bik/2838798757.html ...

http://flint.craigslist.org/bik/2838798757.html

***************blew bike******************** - $20 (bertin)

Date: 2012-02-07, 5:49AM EST
Reply to: atdc5-2838798757@sale.craigslist.org [Errors...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-11, 06:58 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By beanteck

no idea if the price is reasonable or not, but...

no idea if the price is reasonable or not, but cool nonetheless


collectable 1906 monarch bike - $1395 (ioniA)

Date: 2011-12-20, 5:33AM EST
Reply to: see below [Errors when replying to ads?]...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-11, 03:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,131
Posted By beanteck

I emailed the seller again to inquire about the...

I emailed the seller again to inquire about the race spread. Im still not sure why I just dont by a cheap sealed one. Stubborn I guess. Thanks for the help everyone.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-11, 04:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,131
Posted By beanteck

The inside measurement between the bearing races...

The inside measurement between the bearing races on the original spindle is 55mm. Through some searching around I gathered that I had a french set with thin cups, and a 70 would be the replacement...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-11, 04:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,131
Posted By beanteck

Does this spindle look JIS or ISO?

I have an 89 Peugeot Touraine that I would like to frugally convert to fixed. The stock cranks wont do because the rings are not seperable. I have a set of Sakae Customs that would do the job...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-11, 09:46 AM
Replies: 586
Views: 208,337
Posted By beanteck

Thanks for all of your answers. I have since...

Thanks for all of your answers. I have since found a date code on the stem (73.9) which likely puts this as a 74 model as rodoftheflies suggests. I believe this bike to be all original, even the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-11, 10:20 PM
Replies: 586
Views: 208,337
Posted By beanteck

I recently acquired a SHS?, and was wondering if...

I recently acquired a SHS?, and was wondering if someone could give me a stab at the year. I haven't found any date stampings as of yet. Serial # is X1107116

Thanks in advance.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-11, 01:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,403
Posted By beanteck

I too am in search of one of these for my 76...

I too am in search of one of these for my 76 motobecane. I dont have enough posts for PM yet, but can be emailed at beatneck [at] gmail if someone can help. Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-11, 10:18 AM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

In regards to my 78 pro tour, would it be the...

In regards to my 78 pro tour, would it be the first gen Suntour Cyclone (FD-1300) I would need for the front derailleur? That's the only thing I believe I need to get it back to all original.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-11, 09:25 PM
Replies: 2,405
Views: 606,048
Posted By beanteck

I just bought a Pro Tour about a week ago, and...

I just bought a Pro Tour about a week ago, and have just now taken a full inventory of the bike.

Im guessing it to be a 78, but could also be a 79. One of the crank arms is stamped 78, with the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-11, 08:20 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 6,371
Posted By beanteck

big bird yellow. you know...that bird thats...

big bird yellow. you know...that bird thats friends with snuffleupagus, that elephant that's 70's poop brown.
Forum: Triathlon
07-25-11, 07:40 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 642
Posted By beanteck

also give runningahead...

also give runningahead (http://runningahead.com/forums) a look.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-11, 09:38 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 4,111
Posted By beanteck

There was some commentary about the race on CNN...

There was some commentary about the race on CNN this morning as I walked by the TV in an office building. Of course they knew nothing about cycling, but the exposure is still pretty sweet.
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