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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 269
Posted By sd5782

My thought also on Sears. Google Sears Spyder for...

My thought also on Sears. Google Sears Spyder for pics. I had a 24” banana seat 5 speed with top tube stick shift. I think there were also 20”. Probably made by Murray or Huffy.

Web pic; not mine,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,719
Posted By sd5782

I just gifted to a relative a nice lugged Bianchi...

I just gifted to a relative a nice lugged Bianchi Boardwalk hybrid I seldom rode anymore. Serial number indicated 1991 manufacture and 1992 sales year judging by the components. It was a nice Tange...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-15-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 440
Posted By sd5782

FYI, that derailleur came on an 82 Trek 400 I...

FYI, that derailleur came on an 82 Trek 400 I have. I switched out the crank to an early Shimano triple but kept that FD and it shifts it nicely. I believe I am running 28-38-46 on it with no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 599
Posted By sd5782

Nice project and just my size and color too. It...

Nice project and just my size and color too. It looks like you got it just in time to save it from further rust and deterioration. To me that is kinda a nice place to be as cleanup can really improve...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 410
Posted By sd5782

I believe someone posted about a very pristine...

I believe someone posted about a very pristine one of these here on the forum in the past. Seems like I may have seen it on Craigslist or Facebook for sale recently also, and also a triple.

edit;...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,100
Posted By sd5782

And I will admit that I kinda have a hankering...

And I will admit that I kinda have a hankering for an early International.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,100
Posted By sd5782

Isn’t this about the time someone comments on...

Isn’t this about the time someone comments on British manufacturing quality?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,826
Posted By sd5782

Interesting reading comments here. I spent many...

Interesting reading comments here. I spent many decades on my old Super Sport and it slipped my mind what length the Ashtabula cranks were. I measured and they were 6.75”. Hmmm, that comes out to 171...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 218
Posted By sd5782

This one looks like one from an 85 Ironman.

This one looks like one from an 85 Ironman.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 449
Posted By sd5782

Interesting comment by mpetry912 on the welded...

Interesting comment by mpetry912 on the welded spindle. I knew it was hollow, so I took a look. One could see an increased inner diameter in the center section of the spindle. The outside ends were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 449
Posted By sd5782

Maybe

No expert, so a few pics of an early one that came on a 1974 bicycle I bought last fall.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,952
Posted By sd5782

And I believe I read that Schwinn didn’t even...

And I believe I read that Schwinn didn’t even catalog their first Japanese bike; the nice 1973 World Voyager. It seems they were unsure how it would go over.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 256
Posted By sd5782

Version I saw previously

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 781
Posted By sd5782

Kind of interesting discussion on this. I’ve...

Kind of interesting discussion on this. I’ve always found it to be a try it and see, and adjust if possible. After recently acquiring a very early Phil wheel set, this is something to look into. OLD...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 781
Posted By sd5782

Whoa, not much clearance on that one. On the 1974...

Whoa, not much clearance on that one. On the 1974 Campania that had the Phil I don’t recall it being that close when I took off the stock 5 speed Suntour. I seem to remember nothing unusual looking...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-30-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 696
Posted By sd5782

The thing is, these are nice riders. Frame angles...

The thing is, these are nice riders. Frame angles give a nice feel. Set up as an upright 1X makes a nice ride too. One of mine is set up as a 1X7 for a casual neighborhood rider.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 781
Posted By sd5782

I just measured or tried to measure a Phil Wood...

I just measured or tried to measure a Phil Wood hub that came on a 1974 bicycle. As close as I could observe it was about 31.5-32mm to locknut. Kinda hard to be too exact with the two different...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,952
Posted By sd5782

As stated, the numbers of top end ones imported...

As stated, the numbers of top end ones imported were probably few. People weren’t ready for a high quality Japanese bike. Like cars, they accepted mid quality ones and then eventually we saw more...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-29-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 696
Posted By sd5782

It’s only valuable to relics like us. A buyer...

It’s only valuable to relics like us. A buyer would look at all the parts they needed to get it up and going and buy a complete other bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,300
Posted By sd5782

I got one of the cheap Amazon tension meters a...

I got one of the cheap Amazon tension meters a year or so ago, and I find it helpful. I am usually just doing used wheels. I like it for getting things a bit more consistent. Checking older wheels I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 346
Posted By sd5782

As mentioned earlier, you better check your axle...

As mentioned earlier, you better check your axle cones before you go too far. I have one that shifts quite nicely on a 1983 Peugeot. I will look at it sometime, but I believe I put a Shimano UG chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 271
Posted By sd5782

I’m with Mark here or even slightly less. I’ve...

I’m with Mark here or even slightly less. I’ve not done loads, but when my beam type torque wrench starts getting to 250 inch/lbs it just seems tight. Things almost feel like the aluminum is going to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 833
Posted By sd5782

I’ve only done a few wheels, but I cheat and have...

I’ve only done a few wheels, but I cheat and have a laced one nearby to use as a guide. If I did it more often, maybe I wouldn’t need this crutch.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-25-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 215
Posted By sd5782

1983 Peugeot UO14

More collection reduction going on with another one that I haven’t ridden in 2 years. Research points to this being a 1983 UO14 that was made in Canada by Pro Cycle? Correct me if I am wrong. One...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By sd5782

Silly, it is just to free up space for some...

Silly, it is just to free up space for some higher end stuff obviously.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-24-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By sd5782

Sold

Sold on Craigslist. Someone drove 150 miles from Columbus to buy it. He is familiar with this area and has a local friend, so a nice road trip for him. He said he has a fixed gear Paramount and a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 993
Posted By sd5782

Yep, I meant to say cups. I like your explanation...

Yep, I meant to say cups. I like your explanation too on the lesser distance of the bearing track. Interestingly, I’ve seldom had a bad cup, so I should be thankful for that at least.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 303
Posted By sd5782

Mineral spirits and a toothbrush works nicely.

Mineral spirits and a toothbrush works nicely.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 993
Posted By sd5782

Duragrouch, I found that an interesting...

Duragrouch, I found that an interesting explanation. That’s kinda why I posted, to get different takes on things. Previously in my inexperienced past I just adjusted for no play without thinking of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 993
Posted By sd5782

But that’s the question, the cones are always...

But that’s the question, the cones are always pitted and the races never pitted?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 993
Posted By sd5782

And it seems that on these old bikes the races...

And it seems that on these old bikes the races are never ever pitted.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 993
Posted By sd5782

Cone pitting

So, what is the theory on why vintage wheel cones get pitted? I’ve read things of poor metal. Other theories are heat from high speeds causing the outer surface to crack and then flake off. Lack of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,126,168
Posted By sd5782

FYI, this one is also posted on the sales forum...

FYI, this one is also posted on the sales forum here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By sd5782

I might be getting better as I just offered a...

I might be getting better as I just offered a Bianchi Boardwalk to the husband of my niece. I’ve ridden it maybe half a dozen times in the last 5 years. I recently advertised a Torpado and will take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 263
Posted By sd5782

This has a nice tall head tube that would make it...

This has a nice tall head tube that would make it easy to adapt to upright bars as has been done. A bike that could age gracefully with it’s owner.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-15-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 699
Posted By sd5782

On my 73 I did several centuries while loaded on...

On my 73 I did several centuries while loaded on a solo Ohio tour to see a buddy. I wasn’t really trying to accomplish this, but just traveling. My older brother competed in a 24 hr endurance ride on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 450
Posted By sd5782

Speaking of Italian cables, I just worked on an...

Speaking of Italian cables, I just worked on an 84 Torpado. The brake cable housings were bent and in generally poor shape, so time for new ones. When taking them off I noticed how flexible they...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-08-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By sd5782

I have a set of these in silver. They spin SO...

I have a set of these in silver. They spin SO nice. I am using them spaced to 125.5 with a longer axle. The cones exude quality and durability. Enjoy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 370
Posted By sd5782

Aelle or Aelle R? Just purchased on eBay from...

Aelle or Aelle R? Just purchased on eBay from England. They are out there.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 495
Posted By sd5782

My brother lived in Tulsa around 1974-1976. I...

My brother lived in Tulsa around 1974-1976. I remember him speaking of a 24 hour cycling event. I think he said he did a bit over 300 miles. I will have to get back with him. I also seem to remember...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,300
Posted By sd5782

That looks like a fun and rewarding cleanup...

That looks like a fun and rewarding cleanup project.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-07-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By sd5782

22” even ctc on seat tube as close as I could...

22” even ctc on seat tube as close as I could measure. Darn close to 56.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,171
Posted By sd5782

I wasn’t aware that in 1997 nice lugged frames...

I wasn’t aware that in 1997 nice lugged frames such as this were still available. I kinda thought they were all tig welded by then, but I am pleased with this new knowledge.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-07-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By sd5782

Riding it reaffirmed me being totally out of...

Riding it reaffirmed me being totally out of place on a sport bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-07-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 535
Posted By sd5782

Torpado Nuovo Sprint

SOLD

I’ve purchased this bike several years ago. I cleaned it up over the winter and in the spirit of downsizing I am putting it for sale. It is also way too sporty for this old guy. I did enjoy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,300
Posted By sd5782

Same deal on a stem on a Torpado I just worked on...

Same deal on a stem on a Torpado I just worked on with the splined nut.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By sd5782

Of course, this thread is going to inspire folks...

Of course, this thread is going to inspire folks to sell. We will see some nice bikes on the sales section and prices will be greatly depressed. It will be a buying opportunity for those 50 year old...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By sd5782

Funny, as I do remember that signature. Alas, it...

Funny, as I do remember that signature. Alas, it is the slightly lower level Nuovo Sprint in tre-tubi Aelle and in 56cm. It was a fun project though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 11,775
Posted By sd5782

It is easier for me now as I got older, and...

It is easier for me now as I got older, and realized that a sport bike with skinny tires is not really doable for me. Out went the Ironman. I spent some recent time fixing up an 84 Torpado that will...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-03-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 699
Posted By sd5782

I believe there were only 3 sizes on these and...

I believe there were only 3 sizes on these and measured to the top of the seat tube clamp. I have 3 from 1973. I sold a beautiful 1972 in the tall size a couple years ago locally to a gentleman that...
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