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03-27-24, 10:08 PM
Replies: 12
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Posted By wrk101

I'm seeing rusty cable and some rust on the...

I'm seeing rusty cable and some rust on the spring. I would replace cable and housing first. Be sure you are not using WD40 as a lube, as it is a lube solvent (removes lube). I've met several people...
Replies: 42
Views: 1,350
Posted By wrk101

$1500? You’ll have these for a long, long time. A...

$1500? You’ll have these for a long, long time. A lot of them are what I call donation fodder. Not worth the time and effort to sell. With this pile, the 90/10 rule applies. 10% of the pile has 90%...
03-26-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 7,669
Posted By wrk101

Ive been doing a lot more of this. On new...

Ive been doing a lot more of this. On new opportunistic buys, it has to have a destination or part out, or i wont buy. As you develop an eye for the good stuff, you will find it. I just saw a mid...
Replies: 33
Views: 886
Posted By wrk101

Vintage bikes are heading down right now, could...

Vintage bikes are heading down right now, could start heading up tomorrow. Who knows? If you are looking for an investment, IMO, bikes or any other collectible are not the way to go. Collectibles in...
Replies: 9
Views: 509
Posted By wrk101

Other than the brand name, the second bike has...

Other than the brand name, the second bike has nothing in common with the first. Stamped drop outs, cottered crank set, claw RD, etc., etc.
Replies: 30
Views: 1,139
Posted By wrk101

I would not call $350 a bit high, I would call it...

I would not call $350 a bit high, I would call it crazy high. If it was one of the first year of two Trek MTBs, 1983/1984 ish, sure, you can get in that territory. In my area, the large to XL size...
Replies: 9
Views: 924
Posted By wrk101

Hint on handlebars, those were used on millions...

Hint on handlebars, those were used on millions of bikes and have no bearing on brand or model. Bike brands bought parts from the same handful of suppliers, so you will see the same handlebars on...
Replies: 9
Views: 341
Posted By wrk101

I picked up a road bike version of a Frejus....

I picked up a road bike version of a Frejus. Sadly, parts are worth more than the whole. I picked it up incomplete, had fun restoring it. I never put a chain on it as if I end up parting it out, no...
Replies: 8
Views: 258
Posted By wrk101

It's a 1983 model, made by Panasonic, hence the...

It's a 1983 model, made by Panasonic, hence the Panasonic serial number on the head tube: "3E" = May 1983.
Replies: 6
Views: 344
Posted By wrk101

IME, buying frames to build up only works out...

IME, buying frames to build up only works out financially if you have the time/tools/aptitude/pile of parts in hand. Otherwise, you will be so upside down $$ wise.
Replies: 646
Views: 280,568
Posted By wrk101

As a semi pro picker, worth getting is all about...

As a semi pro picker, worth getting is all about price (low), condition, and packing hassle. In the case of bicycles, you will need knowledge/tools/time to do it.

As much as I love finding bikes,...
Replies: 14
Views: 405
Posted By wrk101

Agree, frankenbike so sale potential will be...

Agree, frankenbike so sale potential will be depressed. My experience selling nicer, higher end frames I have to go fleece bay. Selling local = give away price. Just search solds on ebay Celeste...
Replies: 13
Views: 337
Posted By wrk101

Sellers have the right to ask crazy high prices...

Sellers have the right to ask crazy high prices and be firm on them. Buyers have the right to look elsewhere. I have had zero luck talking crazy sellers into being realistic. I've seen some bikes...
Replies: 3
Views: 271
Posted By wrk101

I've had zero luck selling parts locally....

I've had zero luck selling parts locally. Fortunately, shipping components is easy, except wheels get somewhat involved.

The parts pile above in my market might bring $100, while sold...
Replies: 30
Views: 1,139
Posted By wrk101

When setting up a MTB as a drop bar conversion, I...

When setting up a MTB as a drop bar conversion, I measure the distance between the nose of the saddle and the stem clamp for the handlebars. As I mentioned, some MTBs got crazy LONG top tubes, where...
Replies: 30
Views: 1,139
Posted By wrk101

There are pages after pages on such builds on a...

There are pages after pages on such builds on a thread I started years ago. There are a lot of stem options, some have a substantial angled rise. I can't stress top tube length enough. Various models...
Replies: 30
Views: 1,139
Posted By wrk101

There are pages after pages on such builds on a...

There are pages after pages on such builds on a thread I started years ago. There are a lot of stem options, some have a substantial angled rise. I can't stress top tube length enough. Various models...
Replies: 44
Views: 1,257
Posted By wrk101

A bike like this I would much rather buy as is. I...

A bike like this I would much rather buy as is. I do not trust restorations by others, unless I know them well and know the quality of their work. Some people I know do mediocre work, so just knowing...
Replies: 11
Views: 320
Posted By wrk101

In my area this is a $50 bike max. Maybe I need...

In my area this is a $50 bike max. Maybe I need to take some to Phoenix. As far as Continentals, Schwinn made millions of them.
Replies: 12
Views: 392
Posted By wrk101

Agree with this. When marketing a bike for small...

Agree with this. When marketing a bike for small riders, it needs to look "small". Also need a neutral background, like the proverbial garage door. I've had trouble selling "Terry" styled bikes. Had...
Replies: 15
Views: 552
Posted By wrk101

Clueless seller with ridiculous price. My...

Clueless seller with ridiculous price. My experience is I cannot talk him to reality, so I move on.
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By wrk101

Just be prepared to sell on eBay to get FMV. I've...

Just be prepared to sell on eBay to get FMV. I've bought these in local markets for a small fraction of their ebay sales prices. All of the Sports I have seen were a step down from the Stumpy, but...
Replies: 16
Views: 547
Posted By wrk101

Value depends on your location and your ability...

Value depends on your location and your ability to market. All original often means has not been maintained in 40 years. I buy "all original" bikes all the time. Anything with bearings: wheel hubs,...
Replies: 12
Views: 842
Posted By wrk101

Agree with above, the 1980s and 1990s MTBs tend...

Agree with above, the 1980s and 1990s MTBs tend to get little love. They are very outdated to a very serious MTB rider, that leaves recreational riders (cheapskates) and people hunting parts (bargain...
01-26-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 823
Posted By wrk101

I've had good luck finding 165mm cranks on...

I've had good luck finding 165mm cranks on smaller sized vintage road bikes. In the end, 9% of my parts come to me in the form of a complete bike. As you have noted, 165mm cranksets sell on fleece...
01-26-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15,436
Views: 4,053,771
Posted By wrk101

Picked up a 1987 Diamondback Apex. Nothing...

Picked up a 1987 Diamondback Apex. Nothing special model wise, but came with some nice parts, most notably the nearly NOS Suntour XC II pedals. And I am a sucker for thumb shifters.

In my town, I...
Replies: 30
Views: 1,701
Posted By wrk101

Local market here is dead, dead, dead. Donating...

Local market here is dead, dead, dead. Donating more bikes anymore, or selling on fleece bay. Local sales are convenient but prices are crazy low. I don't expect his to improve.
Replies: 6
Views: 370
Posted By wrk101

At $40 no brainer, assume you are just buying...

At $40 no brainer, assume you are just buying parts. If they end up being better than that, great.
Replies: 9
Views: 815
Posted By wrk101

I am assuming "plus shipping" means not local...

I am assuming "plus shipping" means not local sale. If you have the time and skill to carefully pack a bike, then on line sale via fleece bay is a good option. Note, you will not be paid for the time...
Replies: 14
Views: 892
Posted By wrk101

Exage Sport is not one of the more desirable...

Exage Sport is not one of the more desirable groups, plus rust, plus needs a complete refresh. In my area, $50. If I spent 4 to 6 hours of time and $50 to $75 in consumables, I might get $100 for it...
Replies: 7
Views: 646
Posted By wrk101

Not a problem IMO. Realize there are a lot more...

Not a problem IMO. Realize there are a lot more bikes with ISO bottom brackets than Italian threaded BBs. Crankset+BB+RD >= Value of entire bike. Then you have wheels and brakes. It's just the market...
Replies: 3
Views: 266
Posted By wrk101

ATBs/MTBs from that era have little to no value....

ATBs/MTBs from that era have little to no value. If it had XT parts, those can have value. Ditto pedals. But it doesn't have those parts. If I was given that bike, I would donate to the local co op,...
Replies: 10
Views: 769
Posted By wrk101

Definitely not worth your time doing the work you...

Definitely not worth your time doing the work you describe. Sand blasting rust off bolts? No thanks! It will come right back.
Replies: 42
Views: 1,350
Posted By wrk101

I have bought several bikes at once, last time it...

I have bought several bikes at once, last time it was ten bikes. Eight of them I dropped off at Goodwill on the way home. The other two were decent. The typical buyer out there is not interested in...
Replies: 3
Views: 277
Posted By wrk101

Also where are you located? For every really nice...

Also where are you located? For every really nice Diamondback MTB, they made a lot of so so ones. Assuming your bikes have not been ridden for a long time, value is likely pretty low like $25 each....
Replies: 15
Views: 723
Posted By wrk101

Bike itself is about $20. Thumb shifters and bars...

Bike itself is about $20. Thumb shifters and bars are worth about $100. Frame is nothing special, crankset is bottom of the barrel. It's not unusual for parts on vintage MTBs to greatly exceed bike's...
11-16-23, 08:14 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,126
Posted By wrk101

If the entire bolt is spinning, time to drill the...

If the entire bolt is spinning, time to drill the bolt out. You will need a drill press.
09-14-23, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 533
Posted By wrk101

That surprised me too.

That surprised me too.
09-14-23, 01:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 533
Posted By wrk101

Yes, by the mid 1970s, the Witcombs seen here...

Yes, by the mid 1970s, the Witcombs seen here were made in USA. 122mm rear drop out spacing.

Anymore I just pick up interesting stuff, or bikes for parts.
09-14-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,413
Posted By wrk101

Painting tip for restorations: Don't. Bikes are...

Painting tip for restorations: Don't. Bikes are only original once. A quality paint job, one that lasts takes a lot of work and is not cheap. Then the requests pour out: "where do I get decals?"

I...
Replies: 5
Views: 431
Posted By wrk101

I do better on the small frames. Missing proper...

I do better on the small frames. Missing proper lever hoods, and signs of rust, hurt value here.
Replies: 9
Views: 662
Posted By wrk101

Complete bike sold locally here? $100. Paid $40...

Complete bike sold locally here? $100. Paid $40 for one very similar, with full XT parts. And a more desirable steel frame too. But that was a DEAL IMO. The value is in the parts: $300 or more.
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Replies: 10
Views: 820
Posted By wrk101

Very tough sale in a local market as people are...

Very tough sale in a local market as people are looking for complete bikes, not frame sets. Generally, Treks from that era are under appreciated. If it were my size and local, I'd pay $50 for it as I...
09-14-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 533
Posted By wrk101

Unknown Model Witcomb, Made in England Full 531

So I picked this up as just a frame and a fork. It has Campy dropouts, and a very distinctive wraparound seat stay design. I do not know, not my area of knowledge for sure.


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Replies: 26
Views: 1,104
Posted By wrk101

Nice bike for sure which is a plus. I have found...

Nice bike for sure which is a plus. I have found Florida market for vintage bikes to be very soft. Great for buyers, not so good for sellers.

As far as exact year, don't sweat it. The average bike...
Replies: 4
Views: 431
Posted By wrk101

Sport models were code for low end. Surely worth...

Sport models were code for low end. Surely worth $5. Few if any bike chains will have a master link. I've bought at least 750 bikes over the years, and I have never seen one. Newer bikes used quick...
Replies: 11
Views: 609
Posted By wrk101

IMO, your $250 offer was very generous. The...

IMO, your $250 offer was very generous. The better 210 model came later, with cantilever brakes.

When it comes to delusional sellers, I just move on. Such sellers have an inflated view on value,...
Replies: 8
Views: 571
Posted By wrk101

I've seen them sell for dramatically less than...

I've seen them sell for dramatically less than the parts on them. $300 to $400 for the Paramount tandem. And finding a tandem customer is extremely difficult. And shipping is very challenging.
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Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By wrk101

And having looked at many used bikes in Florida,...

And having looked at many used bikes in Florida, many/most will have rust issues on components.
Replies: 14
Views: 796
Posted By wrk101

Well, it has been for sale for over 15 days...

Well, it has been for sale for over 15 days already. The market has spoken.

I see nice Chicago Paramount local sales in the $1000 or less price range. I've been both a buyer and a seller.

XL...
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