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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-19, 06:19 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By wahoonc

The Beast Rolls Again

Don't believe I have posted this here.

This is my 1981 DL-1

Just got it back up and rolling earlier this year.

Aaron :)
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-19, 01:26 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Nah, close enough to the centerline not to make a...

Nah, close enough to the centerline not to make a difference IMHO.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-18, 05:15 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Welcome to the forums! Watch those Twentys......

Welcome to the forums!
Watch those Twentys... if you leave them alone in a dark place the multiply! :eek:

I have 3 (I think), one was my daily rider for a couple of years, still ride it at least...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-18, 06:31 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

I know mine would only be about 10% of that. If...

I know mine would only be about 10% of that. If it were all original maybe 30%.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-18, 08:07 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By wahoonc

I am 6'-2" with long legs and ride a 21" frame...

I am 6'-2" with long legs and ride a 21" frame Sports with an extra long seat post. Rode one for years. Yes the 23" frame would be a better fit, but ya run what ya brung!

Bike is probably a 1973...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-18, 07:44 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By wahoonc

From the look of that spindle you either have...

From the look of that spindle you either have something that was cross threaded in the past or the BB faces aren't quite parallel.

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-18, 01:47 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

With the quality to match! Aaron...

With the quality to match!

Aaron :)https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/cimg0044_c1badb5aa022c3a1e7d79cce2c3cefd5a0fd38f8.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-18, 09:24 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

It has pretty much held true all along. My 1972...

It has pretty much held true all along. My 1972 Superbe sold for ~$115 usd new, that inflates out to ~$700usd today. I bought a new city bike (Redline R530) back in 2006 that ran me ~$600usd, it is a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-18, 02:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

The old catalogs are all artwork rather than...

The old catalogs are all artwork rather than photos. I have seen it done both ways in the 50's, prior to that they seem to be on the left side.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-18, 06:14 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By wahoonc

Actually that may be the correct side fro that...

Actually that may be the correct side fro that dyno hub. The older ones went on the left side of the bike rather than the right, don't recall when they switched, some time in the 50's.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-17, 04:58 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Nice! I like that gold colour. :thumb: 30...

Nice! I like that gold colour. :thumb:

30 weight is on the heavy side for oil. ATF works, sewing machine oil, Phil Wood Tenacious, 3 in 1 in the BLUE can not the red. FWIW I use Rotella 15W-40 in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-17, 05:54 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By wahoonc

Rule #1... you HAVE to bring pictures!:roflmao2: ...

Rule #1... you HAVE to bring pictures!:roflmao2:
Rule #2 add some oil to the hub

When riding on an IGH you need to let up a bit when shifting, some people stop pedaling completely.

Unless the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-17, 11:26 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

That pedal looks like chemical breakdown of the...

That pedal looks like chemical breakdown of the rubber. It could have been caused by exposure to long term UV or possibly something else like a gas can. I had one handle grip on a Huffy get all slimy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-16, 05:28 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Nice find! Unusual colour too. Aaron:)

Nice find! Unusual colour too.

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-16, 05:25 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By wahoonc

I would! :roflmao2: :innocent: Aaron:)

I would! :roflmao2: :innocent:

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-16, 05:35 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Based on the length of the head tube I would say...

Based on the length of the head tube I would say that is a 21"...

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-16, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Could it be the difference between a step through...

Could it be the difference between a step through and the regular diamond frame?

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-16, 04:36 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Nothing a little elbow grease (and dollar a can...

Nothing a little elbow grease (and dollar a can spray paint) can't fix. :thumb:

Nice job on it. Mine is a 1981 and is excellent shape. I am going to go retro with it and put on a chain case, rack...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-16, 06:00 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

oooh... black strike on your English Bike Record!...

oooh... black strike on your English Bike Record! :p

I swear I have a home for wayward bikes on some days, fortunately I have 40 acres and 3 barns.:twitchy:

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-16, 04:52 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

$35 for DL-1?:eek: Unless it was totally trashed...

$35 for DL-1?:eek: Unless it was totally trashed that was a good deal. I paid about 5 times that for mine. What year is yours? Got Pics/

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-16, 06:57 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Raleigh bikes were made in a LOT of different...

Raleigh bikes were made in a LOT of different countries, sometimes under license other times Raleigh owned the plant. Places like Africa, Ireland, India and Malaysia, as well as the USA.

I have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-16, 06:08 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Different years. Yours may be a Sports Standard....

Different years. Yours may be a Sports Standard. Does it happen to have a small sticker at the bottom of the seat tube saying it was made in Malaysia?

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-16, 06:05 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Another caveat... DO NOT use compression less...

Another caveat... DO NOT use compression less brake cables and housing, it will overload the system and likely cause catastrophic fork failure.

Aaron:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-16, 08:17 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Yes m'am... I have the wheels built, just haven't...

Yes m'am... I have the wheels built, just haven't gotten them mounted on a bike yet. If you plan on mounting it on a Raleigh Sport you will probably need to A) spread the forks and B) file the drop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-15, 08:21 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Start it and they will come? I do a few pub...

Start it and they will come?

I do a few pub crawls in the Fayetteville, NC area. Usually by myself. But they are out there. I have been to a couple in the Midwest, great fun.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-15, 04:26 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Most of the more common beers seemed to be owned...

Most of the more common beers seemed to be owned by on of the big boys. FWIW my beers of choice are local craft brews or something from New Belgium Brewery (http://www.newbelgium.com/). I suppose we...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-15, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Hoist a pint of Lablatt's Blue? Or maybe a...

Hoist a pint of Lablatt's Blue? Or maybe a Molson? Better yet! Ride your 3 speed to the pub, then hoist a pint!

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-15, 07:42 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

My guess was based on the fact he built the bike...

My guess was based on the fact he built the bike about 3-4 years ago and a current Pashley Guvnor sells for ~$1400 usd.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-15, 04:45 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

According to his blog, about half of what a...

According to his blog, about half of what a Pashley Guvnor sells for. So I would guess in the $500-$600 range. Still one a helluva nice looking bike! :thumb:

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-15, 06:54 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

I have ridden my Twenty up to 60 miles in a...

I have ridden my Twenty up to 60 miles in a single day, more common distances are in the 20-30 mile range. It is as comfortable as my big Raleigh, just a different ride.

Aaron :)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-15, 04:57 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

The factory built wheels on Raleighs don't...

The factory built wheels on Raleighs don't typically have interwoven spokes, that would be a sign of a rebuilt wheel IMHO. If you do choose to go with SS spokes, you will need to consider washers on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-15, 05:12 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

I clean mine and use flux, never have a problem...

I clean mine and use flux, never have a problem getting the solder to stick. For cleaning I use something along the lines of Acetone, MEK or Tolulene to strip the grease and oil out.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-15, 06:21 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

I have a leather one...

I have a leather one (http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/leather-mud-flap.html) that I haven't gotten around to installing yet. In the past I have used rubber stair tread, cove base, milk jugs,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-15, 05:32 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

You know they come in two sizes? I have the large...

You know they come in two sizes? I have the large and still have two fists worth of seat post showing. Curse of being 6'-2" with long legs.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-15, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Yes the Raleigh and similar British bikes have...

Yes the Raleigh and similar British bikes have short cockpits. I am actually used to it and it doesn't bother me a bit. In fact it feels a bit weird for the first few miles to get "stretched out" on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-15, 04:46 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

I think it just fits from what I can recall. I...

I think it just fits from what I can recall. I have one that needs gearing down too. My full chain case is a Eastman but I think it was made to the same shape and size as the OEM Raleigh. So whoever...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-15, 03:15 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

The 20t or 22t is my standard swap out. I have...

The 20t or 22t is my standard swap out. I have one with a 24t but I use that bike for hauling groceries so the lower gearing comes in handy.

Aaron :)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-15, 05:02 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Late 70's also the 23" frame size which is a bit...

Late 70's also the 23" frame size which is a bit more difficult to come by. They did not use that rear reflector until 1977 in the US. I think the wheel reflectors are Eurospec. The US models used a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-15, 05:33 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Also know in the industry as SWAG (Scientific...

Also know in the industry as SWAG (Scientific Wild A** Guess). Good thing about the old Raleighs is that the tolerances aren't all that close, get it set and let 'er ride.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-15, 06:24 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

^^^ This I have a 70's vintage hub that has...

^^^ This

I have a 70's vintage hub that has 35,000+ miles on it that is smooth as can be, I have older hubs that are still stiff due to low mileage. Keep lube in it and ride. Out of the 20 or so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-15, 07:29 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

velovixen... sorry about the delay, life has been...

velovixen... sorry about the delay, life has been kicking my butt over the last couple of weeks.

Here are a couple of pictures of the setup on my Raleigh Twenty with the AG hub, along with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-15, 07:17 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Yes they still make fly paper. I can buy it at my...

Yes they still make fly paper. I can buy it at my locally owned been in business for 90 years hardware store.:thumb: Though I have found that pennies in a ziploc bag full of water do a better job and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-15, 07:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Yes My Raleigh Twenty has modern LED lights...

Yes

My Raleigh Twenty has modern LED lights on it. I use a B&M Lumotec Classic (http://www.bumm.de/produkte/dynamo-scheinwerfer/lumotec-classic.html) on the front. It is a smaller than the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-15, 05:27 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Whitworth...

Whitworth (http://vintagetriumphsupply.com/products/whitworth-8-piece-wrench-set-triumph-norton-bsa)...

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-15, 06:31 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

I don't know if it ever did. They moved the...

I don't know if it ever did. They moved the pulley to the bottom of the seat tube in the late 70's. I can't recall ever seeing a full sized Raleigh 3 speed with a full length cable. It would cause...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-14, 05:20 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

That is pretty unusual, hopefully some the...

That is pretty unusual, hopefully some the archivists will chime in. That is one brand I have never heard of.

I think he may be a bit high on his price given the location.

Aaron :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-14, 06:39 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Cable stop is on the down tube, pulley behind the...

Cable stop is on the down tube, pulley behind the chain wheel.

Pedals don't look original, but they do look period... interesting.

It is worth a lot more than what they are asking. That thing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-14, 08:03 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Funny thing about that Raleigh Bronze Green... it...

Funny thing about that Raleigh Bronze Green... it changes colour based on the model year as well as the model of bike. I have 5 or 6 different Raleighs that are all green, only the two Twentys come...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-14, 05:29 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

Ya mean like these? :D Aaron :) ...

Ya mean like these? :D

Aaron :)

https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5442/9578344670_106bb0b018_c.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-14, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,430
Posted By wahoonc

In the "build yer own" posse, I have a Dawes...

In the "build yer own" posse, I have a Dawes Galaxy from around 1977 that is going to be my "Clubman". I ride tall frames 62cm-65cm road frames, XL in modern frames. A 23" Raleigh is okay so a 25.5"...
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