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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-23, 04:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 973
Posted By so-ichiro

This is true. I have seen Zunow bicycles time to...

This is true. I have seen Zunow bicycles time to time on Sacramento craigslist. I had three and I used to check (too) obsessively. I think someone told me that UC Davis team was once sponsored by a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 11,963
Posted By so-ichiro

Thanks for this thread and this post. I have a...

Thanks for this thread and this post. I have a small Ostrich front bag, but when strapped to the handlebar, it takes away the top horizontal section of the handlebar position so I never used it....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-29-21, 02:24 PM
Replies: 928
Views: 360,108
Posted By so-ichiro

Thanks for this recommendation. I bought this. I...

Thanks for this recommendation. I bought this. I was using a flashlight as a bike light which has a very focused beam, while this has much wider spread. I like that the switch button act as a battery...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Vintage Miyata 310 12 sp. Racing bike - $15 (Galt)

I wonder the seller meant 150 not 15. The seller has other lower-end bikes on sale as well.
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/galt-vintage-miyata-sp-racing-bike/7408954210.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,274
Posted By so-ichiro

Here's my Miyata Alumi-Cross from 1990. I like...

Here's my Miyata Alumi-Cross from 1990. I like the fit and clearance for larger tires though limited by the fenders. I bought it to just try it out, but so far, I am having difficult time finding a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-21, 10:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 810
Posted By so-ichiro

Thanks for the heads up. I did not know anything...

Thanks for the heads up. I did not know anything about Swift Tire, but ordered Gravelkings that they had for $30/tire. Pretty good deal, thanks!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-21, 09:05 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,545
Posted By so-ichiro

The derailleur is a Suntour XCM 3040 and the...

The derailleur is a Suntour XCM 3040 and the shifter is a Suntour bar-end shifter. Both are original to the bike. I did not see the b-screw on this derailleur :foo:

Here's a video of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-21, 08:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,545
Posted By so-ichiro

Thanks for your suggestions. Yes, I have a rear...

Thanks for your suggestions. Yes, I have a rear derailleur alignment tool from Parktool, and checked the alignment before installing the rear derailleur. I was hesitant to purchase the alignment tool...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-21, 08:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,545
Posted By so-ichiro

I can relate to this. I will post a video of my...

I can relate to this. I will post a video of my shifting experience below.


Wow, that's awesome! I appreciate sharing your experience on this. I was getting a little frustrated with the shifting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,545
Posted By so-ichiro

Recently, I purchased a Miyata that came with the...

Recently, I purchased a Miyata that came with the original Suntour 6 speed freewheel and a newer 8 speed chain. Even though I cleaned and lubricated the freewheel and chain, the shifting was still...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-21, 05:21 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Bicycle Frejus 1970? - $400 (Antelope)

Bicycle Frejus 1970? - $400 (Antelope)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/antelope-bicycle-frejus-1970/7345466199.html
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-07-21, 04:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,562
Posted By so-ichiro

5'4'' - this frame feels a little smaller to me...

5'4'' - this frame feels a little smaller to me but please check the geometry in the link.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-07-21, 11:14 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,562
Posted By so-ichiro

Would you be interested in a newer frame, like...

Would you be interested in a newer frame, like this? This is a 2009 Fuji, and 50cm but has the sloping top tube. I am in Davis also.

Here's more info on the frame:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-20, 03:19 PM
Replies: 7,840
Views: 934,707
Posted By so-ichiro

Very cool shop! How do you keep sawdust from...

Very cool shop! How do you keep sawdust from covering your bicycles? I always try to move mine inside the house before any woodworking.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-20, 11:06 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

80’s Italian road bike Ciöcc Mod. San Cristobal - $250

In case, someone does not have an Italian red bicycle in their collection.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/davis-80s-italian-road-bike-cicc-mod/7252765518.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-20, 10:45 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

1984 Bruce Gordon Chinook lugged steel road bike - $1,300 (Tahoe Park)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/sacramento-1984-bruce-gordon-chinook/7222540051.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-20, 02:59 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Panasonic road bicycle - $100 (Fair Oaks)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/orangevale-panasonic-road-bicycle/7215554396.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00E0E_gu2hxYO00zA_0CI0t2_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-20, 01:09 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Bridgestone RB-1 - $588 (Sacramento)

Another one in Sacramento area:
https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/sacramento-bridgestone-rb-1/7190959938.html
​​​​​​https://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_7Urh5KWm8zb_0kE0fu_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-20, 02:47 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Eddie Merckx Road Bike - $350 (Shingle Springs)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/shingle-springs-eddie-merckx-road-bike/7189082020.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_3JNTrWIvpyo_0cU09G_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-20, 08:52 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

LeMond Ti 3/2.5 GL Titanium road bike - $750 (El Dorado Hills)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/el-dorado-hills-lemond-ti-3-25-gl/7170920519.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Beautiful Vintage 1988 Miyata 618GT Bike(s) - $400 (atherton)

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/d/atherton-beautiful-vintage-1988-miyata/7166524578.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-20, 10:50 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Davidson handmade road bike - $700 (Midtown)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/sacramento-davidson-handmade-road-bike/7165832105.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-20, 09:32 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Vintage MIYATA TITANIUM T6000 Road bike, $800, Rancho Cordova, CA

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/589405395078534/

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x453/image_b0b31e182c7563ef2a35ad7ed8c4eab652a9bb06.png
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-20, 02:17 PM
Replies: 1,749
Views: 346,494
Posted By so-ichiro

Just miscellaneous stuff - locals only. ...

Just miscellaneous stuff - locals only.

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bop/d/davis-free-bike-parts-drop-bars-stem/7158840139.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-20, 02:00 PM
Replies: 8,799
Views: 1,112,919
Posted By so-ichiro

Perhaps, you already know this, but he has a...

Perhaps, you already know this, but he has a youtube page: https://www.youtube.com/c/paulbrodie/ that I have been watching - informative videos.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-20, 05:02 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Cyclocross / Road Bike - $650 (Elk Grove)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/elk-grove-cyclocross-road-bike/7158724826.html

Not a vintage but steel, and a very cool one.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Vintage “Vitoria” Italian bicycle $175 Sacramento, CA

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/687590558448671/

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x720/image_961d361fbeddf6347513afe55298463e89c8418e.png
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-20, 10:05 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 36,722
Posted By so-ichiro

Bridgestone Radac, a commuter with fenders. ...

Bridgestone Radac, a commuter with fenders.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20191124_180110_8da3392600148aa593b53cbaf88dc9433f735cff.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-20, 08:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,499
Posted By so-ichiro

There is a number inside the rear drop out. Not...

There is a number inside the rear drop out. Not sure what that means though....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-20, 09:03 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

1986 Bridgestone T700 - $500 (Davis)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/davis-1986-bridgestone-t700/7072320320.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00D0D_c3f540yKL3T_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-20, 09:01 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

1986 Koga Miyata Grann Winner - $500 (Grass Valley)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/cedar-ridge-1986-koga-miyata-grann/7072338175.html
https://images.craigslist.org/00R0R_aPqdeQPeynE_1200x900.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-20, 08:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,981
Posted By so-ichiro

This one:...

This one: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1042901-asian-serial-number-guide.html

There is no decoding guide for Zunow. My Hummingbirds serial resembled that of Miki, but that's just a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-19, 04:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

One thing that I noticed during the headset...

One thing that I noticed during the headset install (with the new fork) was that both upper and lower headtube race parts were loose fit - this is Shimano 600 headset (used). I think this was also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-19, 11:15 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

Another aluminum fork

Just an update on the Bridgestone Radac. I have been using it as a commuter....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-19, 09:26 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

I did see that while I was searching on this...

I did see that while I was searching on this topic, and sand paper trick and 3M epoxy (expensive!) came from there. I was not sure I had guts to drill two holes like that in the frame though.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-19, 08:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

update: fork

I found a used fork on eBay. This fork is from Miyata (also aluminum frame from the same year, but they used a steel unicrown fork) and matches the white on the frame.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-19, 08:19 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

update: repair on shifter boss

While I was inspecting the rest of the frame, I found the right side shifter boss was little loose. There is a sign of repair with epoxy of some sort. This appears to be pretty common failure of this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-19, 07:51 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Classic Italian Tommasini Road Bike - $595 (Carmichael)

Classic Italian Tommasini Road Bike - $595 (Carmichael)https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/sacramento-classic-italian-tommasini/6943292028.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-19, 11:17 PM
Replies: 718
Views: 293,336
Posted By so-ichiro

Zunow Hummingbird - designed by Zunow

Thank you T-Mar for the great guide. I also have two Zunow Hammingbirds. This model is "designed by Zunow", and its serial numbers, M9P5009 and M9P5020, appear to match Miki format. Both frames are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-19, 10:48 PM
Replies: 718
Views: 293,336
Posted By so-ichiro

Here's another data point for Bridgestone...

Here's another data point for Bridgestone aluminum frame: 6L61691. This is a Radac 2000 and 1987. I thought it might be a Panasonic/National manufactured frame, but Chuckk's bike does not match the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-19, 10:37 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

No curvature there. I used buffing wheel on...

No curvature there. I used buffing wheel on dremel to clean it up and resulted in shiny surface that looks curved in the picture. The straight edge against steerer tube shows no light coming through....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 10:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

Are you looking at the bottom side of the crown?...

Are you looking at the bottom side of the crown? No obvious glue there, whereas I see some gray glue-ish thing on crown/blade junctions but that is aluminum to aluminum. On top side of the fork...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 09:52 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

I appreciate your suggestions @WizardOfBoz. This...

I appreciate your suggestions @WizardOfBoz. This is clearly beyond my ability though.

@3alarmer, the steerer tube is steel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 05:40 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

Additional images

Thanks for your thoughtful comments Andrew R Stewart. The cause of this issue is unknown as I got this second hand. It was converted to single speed and had non-stock headset which I removed. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

Thanks for your advice. The crown race is 26.4. I...

Thanks for your advice. The crown race is 26.4. I found the cutting tool - CRC-1 - by Parktool, but purchasing this is out of question and will need to improvise.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-19, 10:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,447
Posted By so-ichiro

Headset install: Fork crown race - damaged crown shoulder

I am not sure how to go about this headset install - see images below. The crown race shoulder is damaged. The quarter of the shoulder is still intact, but the rest is only partially there, and small...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-19, 06:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,981
Posted By so-ichiro

Zunow Hummingbirds 1989

Two more - designed by Zunow. The serial number of the first bike is M9P5020 which matches the format of Miki manufactured bike according to T-Mar guide. The second one (M9P5009) was a single speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-19, 10:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,981
Posted By so-ichiro

Zunow Z-1 2439

I wanted to post this in case the new owner might recognize this frame. I sold this on eBay disclosing a crack in the seat cluster lug, and some time later I saw this bike on eBay without any mention...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-19, 09:05 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

87 team miyata frame set 62cm - $60 (san jose south)

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bop/d/san-jose-87-team-miyata-frame-set-62cm/6921767822.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-19, 08:32 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,166,382
Posted By so-ichiro

Centurion Dave Scott Ironman Womens bike - $100 (Antelope)

https://sacramento.craigslist.org/bik/d/antelope-centurion-dave-scott-ironman/6865857720.html
https://images.craigslist.org/00z0z_aYDuySQvnju_1200x900.jpg
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