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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

My experience favors the top tube/seat tube...

My experience favors the top tube/seat tube pulley set up; but for different reasons. I find that my comically large feet will occasionally strike the indicator shift cable whilst pedaling...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-22, 05:44 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

De Indstrialization. It became more profitable...

De Indstrialization. It became more profitable to manufacture in low wage Asia than to consider the loss of employment for thousands of workers. The value of the land then exceeded the value of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-21, 08:44 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Seems that there is some question about Sturmey...

Seems that there is some question about Sturmey Archer threading standard. Same as it ever was; BSC 13/32” x 26 tpi. I found a tap in that threading on eBay UK. Rumor has it that McMaster Carr has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-13-20, 11:16 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Threaded drivers on AW ( and it's clones) is...

Threaded drivers on AW ( and it's clones) is right hand threaded, matching English Freewheel and Bottom Bracket threading.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-19, 05:40 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Since you really only need a chain tensioner,...

Since you really only need a chain tensioner, rather than a derailleur, you could go really minimalist/era "apparently" appropriate and locate a Huret Luxe or Svelto derailleur. Then , using the very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-18, 07:50 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

The indicator rods for FM, FW models are as rare...

The indicator rods for FM, FW models are as rare as "Hen'sTeeth", as well. Especially those for the longer, 6 1/4" axle. If you intend to use one of these hubs with forged drop outs, you may need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-17, 09:36 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

+1!! Bikes were considered toys for children or...

+1!!
Bikes were considered toys for children or weekends. There weren't any appreciable numbers of commuters or pure transportational riders. And though we Americans may have had "tons of money",...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-17, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Not the same threading!!

Sturmey Archer AW axles are 13/32" by 26tpi!! The 3/8 " diameter is too small by 1/32". If your axle threading becomes damaged, then the axle will have to be replaced. Although this would be a great...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-17, 09:41 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Look for yellowjersey.org

Look for yellowjersey.org
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-16, 10:09 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Where did you spot these tubes?

Where did you spot these tubes?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-16, 08:45 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

How did you add the the gear bloc? What is the...

How did you add the the gear bloc? What is the chain widthon your added gear block?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 11:03 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

fifmyself!! Found it here: British...

fifmyself!! Found it here:
British Standard Whitworth, B.S.F and B.A sockets and spanners. (http://www.baconsdozen.co.uk/tools/whitworth.htm)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-16, 09:56 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Finally, some long needed clarity on British...

Finally, some long needed clarity on British threading standards! In the States, we find old door locks and hinge fasteners with a bizarre threading that I've always wondered if it too, is a British...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-15, 07:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

Looks like the one I had excepting for the...

Looks like the one I had excepting for the Chroming- mine had matching painted fenders and chain guard. The only thing not to like is the absence of the pulley/ fulcrum set up. There is a full...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-13, 10:12 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,300
Posted By elcraft

In Sturmey Archer parlance, this is a "Fulcrum...

In Sturmey Archer parlance, this is a "Fulcrum clamp". It is a two part (not counting the clamping nut and bolt) cable stop for the three speed cable the cable housing from the shifter would end...
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