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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 551
Posted By Alexthe

Yes I thank you're right and I appreciate the...

Yes I thank you're right and I appreciate the comment. I like to go down in the drops sometimes in the city, but it's a little tiresome to be there all the time and my bike frame is a little big for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 551
Posted By Alexthe

modern Aero brakes , could you please show a...

modern Aero brakes , could you please show a picture or model number I'd like to know, more of what you are referring to.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 611
Views: 193,242
Posted By Alexthe

A lovely bike. It looks so solid how does it ride...

A lovely bike. It looks so solid how does it ride how would you describe its character on the road compared to other bikes that you have are they expensive when you can find one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,988
Posted By Alexthe

I have a grand jubilee which is my daily driver...

I have a grand jubilee which is my daily driver they are honestly inexpensive when I find them for sale I was wondering why?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 3,872
Views: 1,132,988
Posted By Alexthe

How often do you drive that nice 505 Peugeot? I'd...

How often do you drive that nice 505 Peugeot? I'd like that car
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 551
Posted By Alexthe

Old French Motobecane add brakes

Hello everyone, I have a 1978 Motobecane Grand touring bike with drop bars, as usual .I live in the city and I want to add brakes on the top of the bars . This is a vintage bike so I want to keep it...
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you very much for moving it for me I...

Thank you very much for moving it for me I appreciate it. And no one Guest what it, really was.... I forgot about such things. Because I sold my motorcycle many years ago. So it's a motorcycle...
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By Alexthe

Oh, on my computer screen the bottom left hand...

Oh, on my computer screen the bottom left hand corner, does not have any symbols like, that I can see, I even change the form to mobile and could not locate said symbol.
Thanks
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By Alexthe

That sounds like a good idea. Would you kindly...

That sounds like a good idea. Would you kindly direct me on where I can learn, to use the modification function, and ask the thread to be move. Haven't done that yet on this forum t
thank you
Forum: Touring
03-18-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By Alexthe

Nope not a handlebar bag the dimensions are 15 x...

Nope not a handlebar bag the dimensions are 15 x 18. But I know how you're thinking because of the shape of the back plate. I haven't seen a picture of anything quite like it yet.
Forum: Touring
03-17-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By Alexthe

I think so too . And there made the same way ,...

I think so too . And there made the same way , each bag one Velcro strap up one Velcro strap down the two mirror each other and hang right over the rack the straps with their adjoining clips must...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,005
Posted By Alexthe

I never heard this before if true, ( PubMed ) I...

I never heard this before if true, ( PubMed ) I wish it weren't the case. Doring Covid ,I rode to work every day, even if I was tired before I left the house I felt rejuvenated wonderful as I entered...
Forum: Touring
03-16-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 705
Posted By Alexthe

Old Ortlieb bag , what is this ?

I picked up this Ortlieb bag from eBay, and I have no idea,
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-20, 06:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you for taking the time to explain all of...

Thank you for taking the time to explain all of this . I finally think I understand it now . I tried it with my Schader valve stem and it worked pretty well but the washer is worn and was useless...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-20, 07:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By Alexthe

thank you !

thank you !
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-20, 06:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By Alexthe

these are all the parts that are present . the...

these are all the parts that are present . the threads on the inside of the
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 10:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By Alexthe

yes they are Weinmann 999 . the little arms...

yes they are Weinmann 999 . the little arms that attach to the brake seam to line up and the mettle, bendable . do you not think it is attachable? what are the plastic covers you mention?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By Alexthe

This sound like a good solution . I also have an...

This sound like a good solution . I also have an other problem although I have a schrader in place now , I will be use Presta valve a little latter and bought a Nice old brass Presta chuck and guess...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 07:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By Alexthe

They are supposedly made for center pull brakes I...

They are supposedly made for center pull brakes I just am not sure how exactly do they fit. Do they fit where the pencil indicates or further back? And how do I do it? The brakes are spring loaded...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 07:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you i''l give them a call

Thank you i''l give them a call
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 472
Posted By Alexthe

Install Vel/Or Campe frt/rack

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Hello What’s the best method to put this on please...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-20, 02:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,361
Posted By Alexthe

Silca floor pump chuck washer

The churcK is from an old Silca floor pump . I need the rubber washer in the inside that grasps the inner tube valve to put air in . Does anyone know where to find such a washer?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-20, 11:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,887
Posted By Alexthe

I'm so confused,"Gugie "(his real name is Mark)"...

I'm so confused,"Gugie "(his real name is Mark)" I have dyslexia I really, have , "if operators are standing by," then we must speak! I look forward to It I will private message you or you me , the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-20, 10:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,887
Posted By Alexthe

Which small frame, me or the bike ? :) The Moto...

Which small frame, me or the bike ? :) The Moto is 52 or 3 . It is probably a little big for me , but not too big I think , just not perfect . When this was bought people were riding bikes on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-20, 11:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,887
Posted By Alexthe

Thanks for all the great information, where to...

Thanks for all the great information, where to begin, as for the ntto M18 rack , it wouldn't be for me. Aesthetically it doesn't appeal to me. I like the work of Mr Gugie , ( is that also Mark G ) ?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-20, 12:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,887
Posted By Alexthe

I am open to considering either . Do you have a...

I am open to considering either . Do you have a link of pictures or something so I may see the Gugie custom you speak of, or a website. I tried googling it but not much success. Will the Doc-it work...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-20, 07:46 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,887
Posted By Alexthe

Well I did have a conversation with Velo Orange...

Well I did have a conversation with Velo Orange thanks so much for suggesting it and all the rest that's you have said. At least I learned I won't be going this route. In the bicycle I am missing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-20, 11:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,887
Posted By Alexthe

Fine Front Rack center/pL, Berthoud

The bike is my one and only, a Motobecane Grand Jubilee 1978 . I have Weinmanns 999 . most of the nice small or medium elegant front racks by Nitto or Velo Orange or .... That I am aware of, seem to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-20, 08:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,207
Posted By Alexthe

"a wrench on each cone " on each side of the...

"a wrench on each cone " on each side of the wheel moving them at once for they are not completely independent of each other ? is this what you mean ? One regular wrench ( for working the lock nuts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,207
Posted By Alexthe

Thanks very much for the correction, and and...

Thanks very much for the correction, and and video is really helpful I just missed such a nice old Regina tool ( $12.00, Phil ) . I looked in with a flash light and saw the many grooved lines of my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-20, 11:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,207
Posted By Alexthe

what Cone Wrenchs /Normandy Hubs

The old normandy hubs on the Motobecane grand Jubilee I have will be serviced by me, and I just took delivery of my now favorite tool, Var . I have a Var 13mm this and adjustable for the lock nut...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-20, 11:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,687
Posted By Alexthe

I just ordered a sample ( Shaker Tape ) , and If...

I just ordered a sample ( Shaker Tape ) , and If I find it promising I will post a picture . I am going to shellac the cotton bar tape I decide on . I bought some red 2Velo bar tape and find it too...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-20, 01:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,687
Posted By Alexthe

Thank you for the suggestion I will ask them for...

Thank you for the suggestion I will ask them for a sample . Have you tried this, or know anyone ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-20, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 639
Posted By Alexthe

That is really really interesting and helpful I...

That is really really interesting and helpful I like your approach. when I have more time I will view them in there entirety. hopefully I will find a nice old truing stand . To service the Hub of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-20, 11:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,687
Posted By Alexthe

Velox Tressorstar where is this one ?

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Do any of you know where I can get exactly this ? Hi I am looking for a...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-11-20, 09:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,557
Posted By Alexthe

Hello headwind , I felt a strong impulse to...

Hello headwind ,

I felt a strong impulse to respond to your story because it is mine too !
but, I am still riding my large bike , and have yet to own a smaller sized one . I am exactly your hight...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-20, 10:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 639
Posted By Alexthe

Well I learned something already . I must make a...

Well I learned something already . I must make a correction of sorts . fortunately it is not my hubs that are causing the up and down movement it is that the wheels have radial buckles . which is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-20, 12:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 639
Posted By Alexthe

Time to do the wheels

Hi everyone, I have aluminum Weinmann's on my Motobecane Grand Jubilee . Both my wheels are badly in need of a full service. No loose spokes, but the wheels Are way out of true, and I think the hub...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-07-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,443
Posted By Alexthe

O.K. I'm sure your rite , I' have new pads on...

O.K. I'm sure your rite , I' have new pads on the way . next to true the wheel while I replace my tires but how do I do this? I could post a new question on this topic thanks for the video
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,443
Posted By Alexthe

Weinmann Vainqueur 999 adjustments

These are my very reliable but probably never adjusted optimally brakes in my 78' Moto, grand jubilee. I am just now replacing the brake pads with new Mathauser's completely flat surface brake pads ....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-20, 07:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

I have a Crescent wrench but fully open it is one...

I have a Crescent wrench but fully open it is one inch the channel locks I have Open one and a half inches. This might be a little small? I don't know. I also have a Knipex wrench one and a quarter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-20, 11:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

[QUOTE=Fissile;21547565]https://www.youtube.com/wa...

[QUOTE=Fissile;21547565]https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0iGw9eUC_Ic

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BNfRD4ETDL0[/QUOTE

Hi thanks for the very good videos .my bike has been indoors most of it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-20, 09:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

Hi There "Normandy"'s so the front hub is...

Hi
There "Normandy"'s so the front hub is different . Hopefully I'll be able to speak to someone over the phone to order . There is another thing that bothers me .there is quite a lot of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-20, 09:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

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Hello everyone,I didn't get a chance to thank you and send my regards and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,116
Posted By Alexthe

I was a very young boy but in the 70's .A time ,...

I was a very young boy but in the 70's .A time , I felt, that had humanity, there was plenty disturbing about it too but We were freer in a way ,in thought
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,116
Posted By Alexthe

O.K. I'll post a picture . The bar tape cotton is...

O.K. I'll post a picture . The bar tape cotton is Gray and I am going to shellac it . I love gray it brings things together and matches everything . the bike is red so I don't want to go to warm . ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-20, 06:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

Thank's 11 Balls it is . Who has the best...

Thank's 11 Balls it is . Who has the best quality,? German made Balls? not Angela Merkel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-20, 06:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

very very little . only while placing my fingers...

very very little . only while placing my fingers around the arm and not my whole hand around it did I notice a small bit of play . So you are saying it is the bracket opposed to the crank ? The whole...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-20, 01:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,116
Posted By Alexthe

Thank for your input and pictures I awake the...

Thank for your input and pictures I awake the saddles delivery I think I like it either very light or very dark . I will have to think it over I could sell it here I suppose if I must in the end go...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-20, 01:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,458
Posted By Alexthe

I've bought the Leonard Zinn book on eBay ...

I've bought the Leonard Zinn book on eBay





I just performed your test! no doubt something is loose or wrong. A high pitched nock sound, only once as I move alternately from one side to the...
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