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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-14, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,960
Posted By mikeyb1

I got the decals from e-bay. I chose a couple...

I got the decals from e-bay. I chose a couple that I thought would look good together. After the frame was powder coated I applied the decals. I can always change them later if they start to peel or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-14, 11:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,960
Posted By mikeyb1

Here's a couple more shots of it: ...

Here's a couple more shots of it:

http://i1272.photobucket.com/albums/y395/car_shots/IMG_1051_zpsa9085722.jpg (http://s1272.photobucket.com/user/car_shots/media/IMG_1051_zpsa9085722.jpg.html)
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,960
Posted By mikeyb1

I bought that exact bike new in 86. Rode it for...

I bought that exact bike new in 86. Rode it for several years and loved it. During winters I rode it on a trainer. Ultimately the top tube started to rust from the sweat generated while riding...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-14, 02:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,085
Posted By mikeyb1

Rear wheel busted, need some suggestions

So I'm rebuilding my latest flea market find, a 96 cannondale sr500. Bike has shimano RSX components including hubs. It has a Mavic CXP-10 on the front (original to the bike I'm pretty sure). On the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-14, 04:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,111
Posted By mikeyb1

96 cannondale SR500

Picked this up at the flea market yesterday. Mint frame and slightly crusty components but they should clean up nicely. Plan to do a basic rebuild with new tires, chain and cables. Otherwise...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-14, 06:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,199
Posted By mikeyb1

I'm excited that I might be able to go this...

I'm excited that I might be able to go this weekend. Two quick questions from a first time attendee:

1. Website says it starts at 10:00, can you get shopping earlier and if so what time?
2....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-13, 06:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,190
Posted By mikeyb1

This year seemed better than ever, got a NOS...

This year seemed better than ever, got a NOS shimano 600 rear derailleur in the box for $10. Scored some United Healthcare cycling apparel for cheap - new warm-up jackets and pants for $5, headsweat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-12, 09:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,344
Posted By mikeyb1

The Joe Bell signature is hand painted under the...

The Joe Bell signature is hand painted under the clear coats. I'm thinking it's an older restoration. The bike came with a spare fork painted blue. The part of the fork that goes into the head tube...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,344
Posted By mikeyb1

Merckx Titanium with custom paint

Was at a bike swap two weeks ago at the local bike shop and this ride called my name. I think it's a mid-90's Merckx AX. It was done up in the Motorola colors by Joe Bell. I didn't realize who he was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-11, 07:39 PM
Replies: 9,062
Views: 3,148,142
Posted By mikeyb1

1988 Mongoose IBOC Comp just rebuilt this year...

1988 Mongoose IBOC Comp just rebuilt this year for neighborhood cruising.


http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Bikes/1988-Mongoose-IBOC-Comp/IMG1875/1245834526_LPNJw-M.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-11, 09:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,238
Posted By mikeyb1

Glad I replied to this post because I got some...

Glad I replied to this post because I got some good info on how to make a better fit on my later model 600 brake levers. Guess I got endeared to the cane creeks because they were free :) I'll check...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-11, 05:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,238
Posted By mikeyb1

+1 on the crane creek. A friend who owns a bike...

+1 on the crane creek. A friend who owns a bike shop passed them on to me for free. I had to make a small cut on the bottom for the lever that I think you can see in the pic. They actually look...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-11, 08:02 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 12,881
Posted By mikeyb1

Shimano 600 is bulletproof and still...

Shimano 600 is bulletproof and still looks/feels/performs great after 20+ years!

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/1986-Schwinn-Super-Sport/IMG1052/995876783_QuP2z-S.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-11, 08:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,506
Posted By mikeyb1

I like it. I wonder if you'll be able to locate...

I like it. I wonder if you'll be able to locate orange hoods and an orange saddle. Maybe go white on the saddle, black or white on the hoods. I also think the top tube might look better all orange.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-11, 07:52 PM
Replies: 2,678
Views: 1,141,661
Posted By mikeyb1

87 Nishiki Tri-A ...

87 Nishiki Tri-A

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1103/1032367610_n7oTS-M.jpg

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1088/1032366183_HYTT5-M.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-11, 08:37 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,802
Posted By mikeyb1

A clean rag works for me. ...

A clean rag works for me.

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/1986-Schwinn-Super-Sport/IMG0986/979033264_Wbq7Y-S.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-11, 07:38 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 331,283
Posted By mikeyb1

This is a great post. I love 80's vintage...

This is a great post. I love 80's vintage Schwinns. Here's my 86 Super Sport with 600 SIS. Bought it new and after a few years retired it to the trainer. Subsequently it turned into a rust bucket....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-11, 07:37 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 14,046
Posted By mikeyb1

One piece of advice if you're undecided on a...

One piece of advice if you're undecided on a color, talk to your powder coater and find out what brand he/she uses. Then go to the brand's website and look at their selections on line. When I went to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-11, 07:29 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 15,300
Posted By mikeyb1

I'm into old cars and bikes. I restored my 55...

I'm into old cars and bikes. I restored my 55 Chevy a few years ago and last year did the bike (86 Schwinn Super Sport) in a similar motif. Restoring a bike is a lot easier/cheaper than a car but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-10-10, 07:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,356
Posted By mikeyb1

Talk to your powder coater. The guy I used had a...

Talk to your powder coater. The guy I used had a series of gadgets/plugs to fill holes and he made sure there was no coating in the shifter mounts and bottle cage thread holes. Same for the set-screw...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,579
Posted By mikeyb1

Wow, you should be proud of that one. Excellent...

Wow, you should be proud of that one. Excellent choice on the decals and the white accents. Nice work and attention to detail.
Mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-10, 05:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,050
Posted By mikeyb1

Here are some pics of a set-up I used based on...

Here are some pics of a set-up I used based on some advice on this site:

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/1986-Schwinn-Super-Sport/IMG0966/970365818_MvKGT-S.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-10, 07:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,081
Posted By mikeyb1

Yes, it's full shimano 600 with the SIS which...

Yes, it's full shimano 600 with the SIS which attracted me to it. I have an 86 Schwinn Super Sport with 600, it still works flawlessly and I love it. I dug the in-tube brake cable routing too....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-10, 06:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,081
Posted By mikeyb1

Yes, here's a better pic of the Tange decal: ...

Yes, here's a better pic of the Tange decal:


172270
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,081
Posted By mikeyb1

1987 Nishiki Tri-A

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1088/1032366183_HYTT5-M.jpghttp://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1090/1032366361_aJGRb-M.jpghttp://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IM...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-03-10, 06:20 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 113,888
Posted By mikeyb1

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1...

http://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1088/1032366183_HYTT5-M.jpghttp://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IMG1090/1032366361_aJGRb-M.jpghttp://mikeypics.smugmug.com/Other/87-Nishiki/IM...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-03-10, 06:08 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 113,888
Posted By mikeyb1

172267 this is a test

172267

this is a test
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-10, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 505
Posted By mikeyb1

I was there today, it was perfect weather for a...

I was there today, it was perfect weather for a swap meet. Lots of cool stuff to look at. My take:

Giordana winter tights with pad $30
Wool baselayer top $5
Sugoi helmet cover $5
Headsweats...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-10, 07:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,141
Posted By mikeyb1

Sorry about that maybe the pics are too big. Let...

Sorry about that maybe the pics are too big. Let me try it with links:

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,141
Posted By mikeyb1

Schwinn Super Sport rebuild

Thought I'd post a few before/after pics of my 86 Schwinn Super Sport build. I bought it new and decided to freshen it up and put it back on the road after having relegated it to the trainer for many...
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