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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 315
Views: 42,208
Posted By Mr. 66

I don’t think I’ve posted the bikes of blue at...

I don’t think I’ve posted the bikes of blue at the 66. These are all very fine rides.

The 1980 Pro Miyata, awaiting Nitto Mod 55 bars. This was one of the first Japan bikes with recessed mount...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 130
Posted By Mr. 66

If I recall correctly, some of the early Maxi...

If I recall correctly, some of the early Maxi cranks had a different taper than later.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 530
Posted By Mr. 66

Late 80’s, that may feel twitchy after riding a...

Late 80’s, that may feel twitchy after riding a 70’s. Depends on the specific bike geometry. Late 80’s had a lot 74', mid 70’s had 72' and more offset to the fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 188
Posted By Mr. 66

I would not shim, I would use the right size...

I would not shim, I would use the right size post. I have heard that shim does work, never had for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 937
Posted By Mr. 66

Is this unpainted I’m assuming. the light rust,...

Is this unpainted I’m assuming. the light rust, probably not an issue.

Is it worth the money and effort? That depends on you, and the finish desired. A pro painter that’s not a buddy is a good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 591
Posted By Mr. 66

I think at that size the top tub may have slope....

I think at that size the top tub may have slope. The fit may be better. Do you have pictures and measurements of the one that’s big that’s set up for you? What are the dimensions of the Gios?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 456
Posted By Mr. 66

More than likely the Mercian is a little more...

More than likely the Mercian is a little more fancy as far as cosmetics go. Both are known to be quality products.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,090
Posted By Mr. 66

That cleaned up nice! I know the seller on this...

That cleaned up nice! I know the seller on this one. The original owner I think was more of poser. I forget what he was known for, maybe a TV person, media…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 15,502
Views: 4,141,325
Posted By Mr. 66

Two are gone, and have gone to new homes. the...

Two are gone, and have gone to new homes. the DX-5000 and the RB•1
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 508
Posted By Mr. 66

Congratulations on your purchase. Are you...

Congratulations on your purchase. Are you mechanically inclined? If you can maintain and service, most of which is clean and lube. I would find a bike kitchen or a coop. Another possibility would be...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-05-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 604
Posted By Mr. 66

A very comparable Tange 1 Panasonic DX-5000 just...

A very comparable Tange 1 Panasonic DX-5000 just sold for $265
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,654
Posted By Mr. 66

Don’t worry about wd-40, that’s mild and won’t...

Don’t worry about wd-40, that’s mild and won’t hurt your finish.

I, myself don’t use simple green on my bike. That can hurt your finish and can corrode, or embrittlement of metal if not used and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 266
Posted By Mr. 66

I do think the hopper was better frame. As...

I do think the hopper was better frame.

As for non suspension, you mentioned Rock Hopper. Stump Jumper is great, Kona has a number like Cindercone. Trek has some lugged 900 series that are great.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-04-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 604
Posted By Mr. 66

As-is I think your Tri is at about $250 as a...

As-is I think your Tri is at about $250 as a local Craigslist deal.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,036
Posted By Mr. 66

The last time I addressed this situation I ground...

The last time I addressed this situation I ground down an alloy spacer into a bevel that created a rise to the calipers when tightened.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,957
Posted By Mr. 66

Something like that, very small. On the buying...

Something like that, very small. On the buying side. One would have to get lucky within local postings, or pay premium of national listings.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,106
Posted By Mr. 66

With those shoes you do probably need the LL, and...

With those shoes you do probably need the LL, and taller toe perhaps. I use the L size clip with the Asics, I wear 10-10.5 size
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-30-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 415
Posted By Mr. 66

He was rather tall for the Eros. It does look...

He was rather tall for the Eros. It does look that the seatpost and stem are at or beyond minimum insert. I would adjust those lower. Gosh, drop the stand and fender, useful those are not what people...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,106
Posted By Mr. 66

That still looks high, when it’s high like that...

That still looks high, when it’s high like that it will still work, however you may need more overshift and trim to avoid cage rub. Overshift can lead to overshoot, chain drop and possibly damage or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 655
Posted By Mr. 66

I think forum member Lorica hails in that area. I...

I think forum member Lorica hails in that area. I have not see her on the forum much the last couple of years.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 21,837
Views: 3,161,139
Posted By Mr. 66

Serotta, Serotta, Lygie above the Corn Maze, the...

Serotta, Serotta, Lygie above the Corn Maze, the original grounds of Fort Walla Walla.

not a cloud in the sky...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By Mr. 66

For bushing type, I just pull them apart, clean...

For bushing type, I just pull them apart, clean and oil upon reassembly. If I’m feeling lazy I’ll leave installed and flood the pulleys with wd40. That will almost always penetrate. Some have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 516
Posted By Mr. 66

I have that model, just put a chain to it last...

I have that model, just put a chain to it last week. I believe the tubing is the same as what is labeled as 531c, I am not knowledgeable that’s just my guts telling me. I’m still setting it up for my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 771
Posted By Mr. 66

A huffy beach cruiser is the bike. Is that a...

A huffy beach cruiser is the bike.

Is that a single speeder?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 7,946
Views: 968,503
Posted By Mr. 66

The Rock Hopper gets a redux for the Mrs. 66. ...

The Rock Hopper gets a redux for the Mrs. 66.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,090
Posted By Mr. 66

I think that’s a really fine bike, imo newer than...

I think that’s a really fine bike, imo newer than 1984. I think that’s like OS or a larger diameter tubing. I don’t remember any speed bikes with unicrown until the ‘90s
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 444
Posted By Mr. 66

As far as brand I don’t know. I think the plastic...

As far as brand I don’t know. I think the plastic was probably red originally.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By Mr. 66

As pictured, $20. If you were to wipe the...

As pictured, $20.

If you were to wipe the frame down with oil and put the front wheel add air. $50

As a functioning clean bike those are about $120.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,106
Posted By Mr. 66

The shoes are new, of an old Asics pattern....

The shoes are new, of an old Asics pattern. Lifestyle shoe, now under the Onitshuka brand. The black pair I have are slightly lower profile.

I used to use Avocet but those have been out of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,106
Posted By Mr. 66

I go with the Tigers, fairly narrow toe, leather...

I go with the Tigers, fairly narrow toe, leather and rubber tips.
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I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 232
Posted By Mr. 66

A chrome fork does not strike me as an ‘80’s...

A chrome fork does not strike me as an ‘80’s Centurion. Early 80s may have tips and or crown of chrome on the fork. Later 80’s has no chrome
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-24-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 295
Posted By Mr. 66

I would think that you would be at about $200 as...

I would think that you would be at about $200 as a minimum for one that works. That one is fairly sought after, for one that’s clean perhaps $300. This would be a local Craigslist type price.

The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 303
Posted By Mr. 66

I have that 45' stem and I think it was a stock...

I have that 45' stem and I think it was a stock trek item. I haven’t had many Trek mtb with the threadless headset. I think it came off a lugged 930 model.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 259
Posted By Mr. 66

Dang that’s a heck of a bing on the edge there....

Dang that’s a heck of a bing on the edge there. You may need to give that some attention.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,857
Posted By Mr. 66

Birds of a feather flock together… ...

Birds of a feather flock together…
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,090
Posted By Mr. 66

There’s one flying under the radar.

There’s one flying under the radar.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 870
Posted By Mr. 66

The caliper is dry and adjuster looks to need...

The caliper is dry and adjuster looks to need some wd or some penetrating oil. The barrel adjuster may be stiff action, or frozen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,857
Posted By Mr. 66

Serotta did do some touring frames, the pnwgopher...

Serotta did do some touring frames, the pnwgopher has one, it is the ‘Rapid Tour’.

I have a Club Special track bike, this one is not my size. I use that one to hold the floor down, this was a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,106
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh yes that can be tough. When you push the pin...

Oh yes that can be tough. When you push the pin push thru one side only as far as you need, just enough to slightly pry open to pull the link out.

the reinstall is a slight pry and clip back into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 710
Posted By Mr. 66

You lower the stem and not cut the ‘steertube’...

You lower the stem and not cut the ‘steertube’ just restack the spacers from under to over. This way if you don’t like the lower you can put it back.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,138
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s been a few years since I’ve set those up....

It’s been a few years since I’ve set those up. Bitd I would have the Suntour ratchet shifters cables roll up the bend some enough to lift, not up to the brake levers. Probably half way the bend to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 384
Posted By Mr. 66

I would guess your Takara would have Maxy cranks,...

I would guess your Takara would have Maxy cranks, Suntour derailer, and Diacomp center pull brakes. Is it green? I seem to recall that was their color.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-20-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,246
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that handle massive tires like the Big Apple

Oh that handle massive tires like the Big Apple
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 15,502
Views: 4,141,325
Posted By Mr. 66

Yes, some scuff on the cap but not on the body!...

Yes, some scuff on the cap but not on the body! :)

They have been cleaned filed down and rebuilt, I’m happy....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,090
Posted By Mr. 66

One thing the add does not specify is the tubing...

One thing the add does not specify is the tubing manufacturer. The picture of the tubing decal is not at a good angle, it appears to be Columbus logo.

At $700 it’s rich for myself, but I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,489
Posted By Mr. 66

I think you screwed the pooch with the off center...

I think you screwed the pooch with the off center holes.

Do you have any needle end pliers, maybe the tip ends of some wire cutters may have enough to grab in the two holes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,448
Posted By Mr. 66

I came to the point with the ‘68 where I gave up...

I came to the point with the ‘68 where I gave up on them. Either the calipers’ bend for the pad slot had crack, the pivot bolts broken, or the lever bodies (famous for cracking on installing) were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,966
Posted By Mr. 66

I guess they, Japan, imported frames, but they...

I guess they, Japan, imported frames, but they exported a lot more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,729
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh stuck post and bb?! Kroil or PB Blaster will...

Oh stuck post and bb?! Kroil or PB Blaster will assist on the removals. Heat can help also.

Im wondering if the lbs actually tried removing the bb, most if not all shops won’t quote a stick post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,729
Posted By Mr. 66

Eh, the frame is probably, usable. If you want a...

Eh, the frame is probably, usable. If you want a project and you like it one could repaint. The epoxy paints are very durable.
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