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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-20, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By Rdrett

I am not sure if it is normal. Definitely not a...

I am not sure if it is normal. Definitely not a smooth click like the right side. More less like to loud pops. I took the access cover off and cleaned and re-lubed it and it is a lot better.

Would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,219
Posted By Rdrett

SRAM force double tap shifter loud click

I just picked this bike up and the left shifter for the front derailleur make a loud click / popping noise when downshifting. Up shifting is fine.
i took the 3 screws out and cleaned out what I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-20, 09:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

Nit sure what you are trying to say here but the...

Nit sure what you are trying to say here but the bike is not for a museum. I like the brooks saddle. I don’t wear padded shorts and like how comfortable the saddle is. Can you please recommend a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

I don’t like them either, I will look into the 64...

I don’t like them either, I will look into the 64 model.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

2006 ex with the real time 4wd. I bought it brand...

2006 ex with the real time 4wd. I bought it brand new for the wife.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-20, 07:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

they are Cinelli not sure the model. I put the...

they are Cinelli not sure the model. I put the zip tie there to kind of form the brake housing because it was trying to bow out. I removed it yesterday and it was not bowed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

Thanks for the tip. ...

Thanks for the tip.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

Here is a before picture. ...

Here is a before picture.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,902
Posted By Rdrett

CIOCC Mockba 80

I wanted to show you my bike.
I installed campagnolo bar end shifters, brake calipers, brake and shift cables, aero brake levers. Brooks saddle and saddle bag. Michelin tires, lezyne mega drive...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

I got the bike up and running yesterday. I put...

I got the bike up and running yesterday.
I put on new tires and tubes, adjusted, lubed and tightened everything up.
It is now rideable and I am happy that it isn’t to big for me or my son to ride....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-20, 01:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

beautiful bike. When you say lack of braze-ons...

beautiful bike. When you say lack of braze-ons are you referring to the shifter levers? Any other braze-ons besides the shifter levers missing?
i thought about putting bar end shifters on like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-20, 09:39 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

From center of crank to top of frame where the...

From center of crank to top of frame where the seat post goes in is 25 inches.
stand over height is 35 inches
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-20, 08:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

Is it your size? I think that it might be a...

Is it your size? I think that it might be a little bit too big for me or my son.
i can just barely stand over the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-20, 08:39 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

the seller has a lot of sentimental value for the...

the seller has a lot of sentimental value for the bike. He asked me to send him some pictures when I get it on the road.
The rack was definitely on there not long ago judging by the bolt without a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-20, 08:45 AM
Replies: 216
Views: 70,161
Posted By Rdrett

1981 Miyata 1000

I picked up this old girl yesterday for $75.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/695b9dfe_2168_41ad_b2cc_fb165d290a82_f11bf4768f221c70f4f02680b90e52dafc7cdc7c.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-20, 07:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

i suspected that the crank wasn’t original, `the...

i suspected that the crank wasn’t original, `the seller did mention something about the crank.i could of swore that it had the rear rack the first time I seen it. There was a bolt sticking out the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-20, 08:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

she is a big girl, biggest that I can handle and...

she is a big girl, biggest that I can handle and I can handle some big girls, 6 foot tall.
I just picked her up today and switch out the front wheel and she rides like a dream.
but she needs a lot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-20, 08:09 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,026
Posted By Rdrett

1981 Miyata Grand Touring 1000

Unbelievably happy to pick up this old girl for $75! Best Buy of my life! She’s a beauty!
‘Note that I have the original front rim, the front tire was flat so I installed this one temporarily....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-27-20, 10:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

I have a 1977 centurion semi pro that is chromed...

I have a 1977 centurion semi pro that is chromed lines under the paint from the factory in 1977. It has very few scratches revealing the chrome lining under the paint. The bike has no rust anywhere...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 04:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

Please let me know next time you are going to...

Please let me know next time you are going to give on away! I would of happily gave you $500.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 02:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

Unbelievable bike!

‘The bike rides like a dream.
i am highly debating on leaving it exactly like it is but I would love to preserve this high quality bike for future generations.
I am thinking about having the whole...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 01:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

EBay can’t lower the price on your item. YOU can...

EBay can’t lower the price on your item. YOU can set it up to lower the price after a specific time if it doesn’t sell.
that was a lie.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

No I thought you were the seller, Are you a...

No I thought you were the seller, Are you a psychic? I thought you were the seller because you knew exactly what was going on.
how did you know that he blocked me on Facebook? Psychic? What other...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

Excellent steal tube

I also wanted to comment on the quality of the steel tubing that this bike is made of.
I deal with a lot of corrosion on old military surplus rifles and if I see rust like that on a gun it seems to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 10:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

Rust removed.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/62207f51_7e0c_43b6_ad04_91279c155eba_5bc4e136db56ff36db8611642fd2b7206563c649.jpeg
Very little pitting after rust removed using wire...
Forum: Introductions
04-26-20, 10:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

thanks!

thanks!
Forum: Introductions
04-26-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

Me too, the forum gods have shined on us!

Me too, the forum gods have shined on us!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 09:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-20, 09:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

Well I had offered you $1,200 for the bike, I had...

Well I had offered you $1,200 for the bike, I had a cash burning a hole in my pocket.

So if you truly wanted $1,200 for the bike then you are a terrible negotiator because you lost the one in only...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 08:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

I removed the rust from the bad spot on my top...

I removed the rust from the bad spot on my top tube and I am happily surprised that there is only light pitting.

I would be interested in knowing a quality bike refinisher to restore the bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 05:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

Does anyone know where the serial number is...

Does anyone know where the serial number is located on the bike? I can’t find it anywhere.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 05:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

I was going to ask about a high quality bike...

I was going to ask about a high quality bike frame restorer if anyone has any suggestions.

i would happily pay $400 for a professional restoration.

i rode the bike before ripping it apart and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 04:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

I picked up the bike. it looks a lot better in...

I picked up the bike.
it looks a lot better in person then it does in the low quality pictures the seller sent.
I got the bike for $350.
Now comes the question on what to do with it?
What is the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 03:16 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

The buyer said the rust on the top tube I...

The buyer said the rust on the top tube I pictured is the worst.
I am new to the bike game and I am really dependent on your all’s knowledge.

what I don’t understand is my 1977 centurion semi pro...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 03:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/36bd6756_bfc5_415d_aacc_c76781d1273b_1cdcefd8448faacdd35a00caa560ee3296e9c422.jpeg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 03:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/b51623e5_4768_4c4b_b0ff_b115938fa0e9_be5f479088792406b5f4a2c8f44b5e6181af2f41.jpeg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/b5710359_76ba_4f86_8848_f706d7fd57e6_8954f7c05b9b235d0287d538165cbc3a7515489a.jpeg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,696
Posted By Rdrett

Ciocc Mokba 80

I am interested to this bike.
the buyer is asking $600 but I am worried that the heavy rust.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 12:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

The guy who owns it is a dirtbag. He had it...

The guy who owns it is a dirtbag.
He had it listed on Facebook for $2,000 and I found he had it listed on eBay for $1,350.
i asked him why it was listed on eBay for $1,350 and he ended the eBay...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,496
Posted By Rdrett

Steel De Bernardi Road Bike Value?

Check this bike out
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Rare-Steel-De-Bernardi-Road-Bike/164026897274?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
is it worth what he is asking? $1,400

Here is the same model brand new...
Forum: Introductions
04-25-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

One more to go and I am in the big boy league

One more to go and I am in the big boy league
Forum: Introductions
04-25-20, 12:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

Looking for 10 post

Looking for 10 post
Forum: Introductions
04-25-20, 12:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

Hello everyone

Hello everyone
Forum: Introductions
04-25-20, 12:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

Post

Post
Forum: Introductions
04-25-20, 12:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By Rdrett

Hello from Lexington Kentucky

I tried to post a WTB add for a road bike and it would not let me.
maybe my post count?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 04:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,721
Posted By Rdrett

I check out the thread and noticed that you...

I check out the thread and noticed that you mentioned that the Araya rim is not rated for high psi.
my tires say to “keep inflated to 90 psi. I put 90 psi in them, is that to much?
what psi should...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,721
Posted By Rdrett

That would be great if someone could link my...

That would be great if someone could link my photo gallery. I really want to show the world this beauty.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,721
Posted By Rdrett

I wish it was that beautiful orange or even that...

I wish it was that beautiful orange or even that beautiful blue but no I got the ugly silver!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 09:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,721
Posted By Rdrett

I got it last week for free, I repaired a garbage...

I got it last week for free, I repaired a garbage disposal and the customer gave it to me for a tip.

when he gave me the bike it had a video game controller attached to it and he said he purchased...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,721
Posted By Rdrett

1977 Centurion Semi Professional

Hello everyone!
new to the forum.
I spent 20 minutes trying to post a thread on my 1977 centurion semi professional And got an error code “You are not allowed to post URLs until you have at least...
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