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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-12, 08:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,028
Posted By toosahn

How can anyone possibly climb well using 39cm...

How can anyone possibly climb well using 39cm bars? I like at least 44cm. Anything less and I don't feel like I have the leverage for those long climbs.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-12, 05:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By toosahn

I actually have most of the replacement parts....

I actually have most of the replacement parts. But yeah, this bike is a semi-time-capsule. Most of the parts look to have less than 100 miles on them.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-12, 11:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By toosahn

I hear you all on the aesthetic value of these...

I hear you all on the aesthetic value of these components. However, to me, aero levers, newer bar-end shifters, modern cables, longer and stiffer cranks, lighter hubs and rims, and dual-pivot brakes...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-12, 10:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 903
Posted By toosahn

That bike is a steal

That bike is a steal
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-12, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 607
Posted By toosahn

Any bike is worth riding if it is properly...

Any bike is worth riding if it is properly maintained. Whether it is worth maintaining and "fixing-up" versus other bikes is a matter of preference and budget.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-12, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By toosahn

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-64u59tFuFWo/T4O...

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-12, 08:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,777
Posted By toosahn

Sexy Bob Jackson find. Ideale porn inside...

Picked this up from a nice guy that bought it from the original owner. Looks like a mid-70s BJ to me.

Anyway, I always love finding a complete Bob Jackson because they always have an eclectic mix...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-14-12, 11:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,920
Posted By toosahn

I don't know why the brake was flipped. The bike...

I don't know why the brake was flipped. The bike is running 27'' Synergys so they should have enough reach.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-14-12, 10:45 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,920
Posted By toosahn

I wasn't thinking only ebay sales. It's amazing...

I wasn't thinking only ebay sales. It's amazing what craigslisters will pay for old campy bits. I've sold Superleggeri pedals for $120!

But your point is well-taken. Thanks!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-14-12, 10:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,920
Posted By toosahn

So would it be best to just part it out then? I...

So would it be best to just part it out then? I think I could probably get:

-Crankset: $150
-Brakeset: $100
-Pedals: $75
-SR Derailleur: $75
-NR F. Derailleur: $25
-Campy HF hub Synergy...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-13-12, 11:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,920
Posted By toosahn

1973 Schwinn Paramount Touring

Looking to flip this one as it doesn't fit. Wondering, since the components are not all original (the crankset, saddle, seatpost, handlebars, stem, front derailleur, hubs and brakeset are original)....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-27-12, 01:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,422
Posted By toosahn

It would probably get $600-700 on ebay.

It would probably get $600-700 on ebay.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-12, 02:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,093
Posted By toosahn

Probably. If it has a Ti spindle, then it's Super...

Probably. If it has a Ti spindle, then it's Super Record. If not, then it's Superleggeri. Someone correct me if I'm wrong...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-12, 02:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 744
Posted By toosahn

Wow that looks like a comfortable rider!

Wow that looks like a comfortable rider!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-25-12, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,114
Posted By toosahn

Less than $100

Less than $100
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-25-12, 05:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,079
Posted By toosahn

I would offer $400 for the bike.

I would offer $400 for the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-12, 01:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 918
Posted By toosahn

Cassettes and freehubs usually have a "tighter"...

Cassettes and freehubs usually have a "tighter" action. Freewheels generally have and develop play faster. They are also harder to rebuild.

I'm looking forward to running a set of open...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-12, 12:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,789
Posted By toosahn

Well the seller is charging $185 for shipping...

Well the seller is charging $185 for shipping which explains the lack of bidding. I doubt this will go above $400.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-22-12, 12:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,721
Posted By toosahn

Of course I'm joking...hehe I'll do what you...

Of course I'm joking...hehe

I'll do what you said. Also, I'm going to get some Mother's Cleaner Wax and go over the bike very finely. Hopefully I can get it looking pretty good.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-12, 10:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 989
Posted By toosahn

Value is subjective in the C&V market. Average...

Value is subjective in the C&V market. Average sizes have higher demand and thus incite more competition among prospective buyers.

Big sizes illicit less demand, but, there are a few tall guys...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-12, 08:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By toosahn

Oh! actually I do have the curved skewers! I...

Oh! actually I do have the curved skewers! I assumed, wrongly so, that the original owner had swapped skewers with the one's in the box on the Cinelli.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-12, 08:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,721
Posted By toosahn

Gotcha. Now what about removing dirt and grime...

Gotcha. Now what about removing dirt and grime that doesn't come off with just a moist towel?

Any tips on cleaning up the frame?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-12, 07:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,721
Posted By toosahn

So now I'm debating whether to clean it and touch...

So now I'm debating whether to clean it and touch it up myself or have a place like Cyclart restore it for me.

What are your thoughts? Would a paint restoration be worth it or could potentially...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-12, 07:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By toosahn

What do the original skewers look like?

What do the original skewers look like?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-12, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By toosahn

Low flange hubs:...

Low flange hubs: http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Campagnolo-Record-1981-LF-Hub-Set-w-Skewers-Original-box-NOS-NIB-/200708719876?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2ebb2c0504

So I'd extrapolate the the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-12, 09:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,354
Posted By toosahn

What is the strategy behind starting bidding at a...

What is the strategy behind starting bidding at a buck? Is it pure psychology?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-12, 08:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,354
Posted By toosahn

Wow. I would estimate $1500-2500. I would sell...

Wow. I would estimate $1500-2500. I would sell it, and buy something you won't worry about riding.

Storing it at this time of the year is a gamble. Weather has been good lately, and people are...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-12, 08:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,129
Posted By toosahn

NOS Campagnolo High Flange hubs and skewers

These are the Records with the oil port. 120mm spacing in the rear. I don't need these and I would like to get a good estimate of their worth before listing them for sale in the marketplace. I've...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-19-12, 11:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,721
Posted By toosahn

The bike is mine! I also got a few interesting...

The bike is mine! I also got a few interesting bits with it:

-Pair of NOS Campy High-flange hubs, 36h
-2 Campy Pedal dust-cap wrenches and 1 brake nut wrench, NOS
-Couple of Suntour freewheels...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-18-12, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,721
Posted By toosahn

It's a 59. Not my garage. Is the value in...

It's a 59. Not my garage.

Is the value in this bike more competitive as a complete or parted-out?

Some bikes, I have found, actually fair better as completes.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-18-12, 12:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,721
Posted By toosahn

196X Cinelli Speciale Corsa

Local seller contacted me about this bike. It looks like it is in fair condition for it's age. However, I'm not very keen on how to value it given its age and rarity.

Any thoughts?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-12, 11:21 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 8,506
Posted By toosahn

Bought this Mikkelsen for my brother about 7...

Bought this Mikkelsen for my brother about 7 months ago and then ended up falling for it myself. He's still a bit bitter that I didn't relinquish it to him. It's gone now, but it was a good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-12, 06:57 PM
Replies: 486
Views: 84,229
Posted By toosahn

If anyone thinks a Pegoretti Luigino or a Dave...

If anyone thinks a Pegoretti Luigino or a Dave Kirk Fillet frameset in 56cm sizes is their grail bike, send me a PM
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-12, 05:00 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,961
Posted By toosahn

I wish I had someone like you in my area!

I wish I had someone like you in my area!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-12, 12:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,662
Posted By toosahn

Try CRC Freeze-Off. It worked for me.

Try CRC Freeze-Off. It worked for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-12, 01:10 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,028
Posted By toosahn

I lock up my Eisentraut everywhere I go. Locking...

I lock up my Eisentraut everywhere I go. Locking up outside is just a fact of life in the urban setting. If you are going to use your bike as your primary mode of transportation then you are going to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 12:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,458
Posted By toosahn

Yup, that's what I thought.

Yup, that's what I thought.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-12, 03:05 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,458
Posted By toosahn

wait, did you just win that one on ebay? I...

wait, did you just win that one on ebay?

I would go with silver rims and silver hubs and silver fenders with tan-sidewall tires.

If anything, just tan-sidewall tires would look great with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-12, 05:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,711
Posted By toosahn

Try CRC Freeze-off. It works really well for...

Try CRC Freeze-off. It works really well for aluminum stuck in steel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-12, 05:21 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 11,096
Posted By toosahn

Looks great, I'll look forward to hearing your...

Looks great, I'll look forward to hearing your thoughts on the ride quality
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-12, 03:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,109
Posted By toosahn

No I don't really care about having a strong V...

No I don't really care about having a strong V rim. Actually I'm mostly interested in all the Open Pro+formula hub wheelsets that pop-up on craigslist.

It would be nice to have a ready supply of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-12, 03:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 20,498
Posted By toosahn

Dirty grime, minor tarnish, rust, etc. USE:...

Dirty grime, minor tarnish, rust, etc. USE: Nevr-Dull, Mineral Spirits

For non-anondized, non-chrome, and unpainted parts: Polish with Mother's Mag and Aluminum polish. Works great.

For heavy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-12, 09:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,109
Posted By toosahn

Can fixed/singlespeed wheelsets be used as 5-speeds?

So as many of you probably know, it's hard finding a quality, good-condition, 5-speed (120mm OLD) wheelset. I was wondering if it's possible to screw a 5-speed freewheel on the "free" side of a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-12, 09:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,516
Posted By toosahn

Nice bike! They pop up every now and then on my...

Nice bike! They pop up every now and then on my local Craigslist.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-12, 12:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,381
Posted By toosahn

Mercian Rider, Those two are stunning....

Mercian Rider,

Those two are stunning. Exactly my kind of builds. Good work!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-12, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,381
Posted By toosahn

Four and a half hour round-trip, but I think it...

Four and a half hour round-trip, but I think it was worth it. Frame is in OK condition, it could definitely use a clean, but I think a oxalic acid bath or Rust Release Supergel (anyone tried this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-12, 03:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,381
Posted By toosahn

Would oxalic be the best way to go? I was...

Would oxalic be the best way to go? I was thinking of using a chelating gel like: http://www.theruststore.com/Rust-Release-SuperGel-P224C1.aspx
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-12, 11:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,381
Posted By toosahn

Can you explain some of these things? So what is...

Can you explain some of these things? So what is the reinforcement extension specifically and what purpose does it serve?

And by the plated parts, are you referring to the brake calipers, etc?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-12, 09:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,381
Posted By toosahn

I'm not all that big actually. I'm only 6' 3'',...

I'm not all that big actually. I'm only 6' 3'', but I do have really long legs. I also perfer a more upright, comfortable position on my bikes (saddle level with bars) than most so that requires I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-12, 04:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,381
Posted By toosahn

I kind of have a thing for English frames. Bob...

I kind of have a thing for English frames. Bob Jacksons and Mercians have a kind of appeal for me that's hard to describe. This would be my second Bob Jackson. My other is this Merlin that I haven't...
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