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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 845
Posted By velomateo

Well it does have Berretto stamped on the bottom...

Well it does have Berretto stamped on the bottom bracket.
Nice to have better pics. Still not a bad price for an interesting frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 845
Posted By velomateo

Not surprising. Maybe they will post here, and...

Not surprising.
Maybe they will post here, and we'll get a chance of figuring out what it is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 845
Posted By velomateo

Fork crown looks like a Dave Moulton Recherche',...

Fork crown looks like a Dave Moulton Recherche', although I'm certain the frame is not.
Looks cool. I would definitely go and check that one out, if it was local to me. Very interesting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,833
Posted By velomateo

Cobb Cycling sells (modern) cranks in lengths...

Cobb Cycling sells (modern) cranks in lengths down to 145mm at speedandcomfort.com.
There several sets, including bottom brackets, available on shopgoodwill.com.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,650
Posted By velomateo

Wow, what a haul. Nicely done John. Hey, which...

Wow, what a haul. Nicely done John.
Hey, which one did they keep? I know you said the daughter wanted one from the collection.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

Thanks. I have King cages on some of my...

Thanks.

I have King cages on some of my other bikes and they are excellent at holding my bottles in over rougher roads. But I do have a soft spot for these Ciussi cages though.
I'm a sucker for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

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Here’s the latest configuration of my Merckx. I found the correct levers to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,895
Posted By velomateo

It was a 55, same as the new Grand Prix.

It was a 55, same as the new Grand Prix.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,895
Posted By velomateo

Yes, that was a cool frame. Unfortunately, what...

Yes, that was a cool frame. Unfortunately, what was told to me was a broken dropout adjuster screw turned out to be a broken tap. Impossible to remove and would have required replacing the drop out....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 770
Posted By velomateo

I was just literally reading ankle rehab...

I was just literally reading ankle rehab exercises, the tab is still open on my laptop. I suffered the same fate just before Christmas, surgery took a while to arrange due to the holidays, but I also...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,254
Posted By velomateo

Oh no, Drew is back... so sad. Cool frame...

Oh no, Drew is back... so sad.
Cool frame though, definitely worth a restore/repair.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,270
Posted By velomateo

Glad to hear so many have had good luck with...

Glad to hear so many have had good luck with their bonded frames, but I would recommend caution when buying/riding these frames. I purchased an old Vitus Carbon fiber bonded frame some time ago. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 3,017
Views: 872,544
Posted By velomateo

^^ Holy pin striping Batman, that bike is...

^^ Holy pin striping Batman, that bike is beautiful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,854
Posted By velomateo

Nice pics Manny. Wow, that WOLF!!!

Nice pics Manny.
Wow, that WOLF!!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 913
Views: 309,697
Posted By velomateo

Very nicely done. What is that on the top tube?...

Very nicely done.
What is that on the top tube? Some sort of insect or small lizard?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-23, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 469
Posted By velomateo

Well done Manny. It turned out great. I'm sure...

Well done Manny. It turned out great. I'm sure you'll have fun exploring Zion on that bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 780
Posted By velomateo

I've seen them made from what looks like a rear...

I've seen them made from what looks like a rear derailleur cable stop. Could you just drill and tap one of those? Also seen guys using the bolt from a campy shift lever to secure the number.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 05:24 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,871
Posted By velomateo

I don’t think so. The upper spindle is for an...

I don’t think so.
The upper spindle is for an Italian BB (70)
The lower one, marked (68) is specific for an English BB.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-23, 10:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,555
Posted By velomateo

Looks way better out in the sunlight, great...

Looks way better out in the sunlight, great color.
Build it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-23, 10:17 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 790
Posted By velomateo

If there's a small hole you can access through...

If there's a small hole you can access through the bottom bracket, maybe squirt some glue or silicone in there to secure them in place. You wont be forced to listen to them rattling around in there....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 686
Posted By velomateo

I wish I could say same for my first gen Serotta...

I wish I could say same for my first gen Serotta Colorado as Erzulis Boat ‘s SLX frameset (great color btw). Mine came with a wonky fork. I sent it out to David Kirk and he confirmed what another...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,294
Posted By velomateo

Newbaum’s is a good replacement for cotton bar...

Newbaum’s is a good replacement for cotton bar tape. Lots of colors and easy to find. Your bike will look great with cotton bar tape.

Great find btw.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-23, 06:59 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,231
Posted By velomateo

I would suggest using a non metallic wedge or...

I would suggest using a non metallic wedge or shim to spread the opening, that would add some pressure against the forward nut.
You may find plastic shims or scrapers (that could be modified to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 746
Posted By velomateo

I had no idea they were that early. I’ve seen...

I had no idea they were that early. I’ve seen them, but haven’t ever ridden a DeRosa that was equipped with them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 746
Posted By velomateo

Diamante chainstays. Would that mean that Benotto...

Diamante chainstays. Would that mean that Benotto is actually a DeRosa?

Also, didn’t realize the those were a thing in ‘76, I thought they started in the eighties.

Great film.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 34,340
Posted By velomateo

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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An old photo of my ‘96 Moots. It’s had some updates since this was taken, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 518
Posted By velomateo

I’m pretty sure the late LUCIANO BERRUTI rode the...

I’m pretty sure the late LUCIANO BERRUTI rode the event on his early 1900’s Peugeot, and that was a single speed.

https://eroica.cc/en/eroica-cc/ethos
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-23, 01:20 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,222
Posted By velomateo

gugie have you checked the Rick Laban frames...

gugie have you checked the Rick Laban frames thread that recently resurfaced? Similar seat stay treatment on cb400bill ‘s frame. Super old thread, second response if from Easthill way back in ‘08,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-23, 07:52 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,222
Posted By velomateo

So many great details and the Joe Bell paint is...

So many great details and the Joe Bell paint is fantastic. That fork and the workmanship bring Bill Davidson to my mind, would have been something special if it was from his shop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 06:10 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,423
Posted By velomateo

Early rear wheel disc brake bike.

Early rear wheel disc brake bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 06:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,874
Posted By velomateo

I just purchased a set of these levers for my...

I just purchased a set of these levers for my Eddy Merckx. I mounted them the other day with a nice pair of Cobalto calipers that I’ve had for a while. The levers arrived to me, from eBay, minus the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-23, 01:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 646
Posted By velomateo

That's an interesting frame. The gold C Record...

That's an interesting frame. The gold C Record cranks would have had me sprinting over to buy that :).
The seat cluster isn't that rare, C&V regulars should recognize that as similar to the way...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 11,179
Posted By velomateo

How great would the “Thrift Store Confente”...

How great would the “Thrift Store Confente” thread have been? I dare say Legendary!

I’m glad Mr Bevens found this forum before dropping it off.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-23, 04:38 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,041
Posted By velomateo

Wow, what great results. The font on the...

Wow, what great results.
The font on the dropout is super cool, love it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-23, 04:10 AM
Replies: 342
Views: 160,952
Posted By velomateo

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Here’s an updated (non-photobucket) pic. Made this photo my screen saver at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-23, 01:22 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,178
Posted By velomateo

Brad L Wow! Nice score, normally pay that for...

Brad L Wow! Nice score, normally pay that for just the hoods.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 07:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 318
Posted By velomateo

Cat tower?

Cat tower?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,712
Posted By velomateo

I have used my rollers for winter training for...

I have used my rollers for winter training for many years now. Starting out you definitely need to have something nearby to brace yourself, but I think a doorway may be a little confining. I ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 643
Posted By velomateo

I’m loving these old Ti reviews. Any chance you...

I’m loving these old Ti reviews. Any chance you have review of a mid nineties VaMooots in the queue?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-23, 04:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,657
Posted By velomateo

I was thinking the same thing, like old VW...

I was thinking the same thing, like old VW semiphores
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-01-23, 01:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,187
Posted By velomateo

I really like these frames, but this one is way...

I really like these frames, but this one is way too large for me.

I would guess that “62” stamp is the frame size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 03:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 994
Posted By velomateo

What a great story and photos. I couldn't help...

What a great story and photos. I couldn't help but notice the absolute lack of trash... anywhere. The roadsides are just pristine. What a wonderful time that two young guys could go on an adventure...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 1,028
Views: 189,595
Posted By velomateo

Thanks for the explanation on that.

Thanks for the explanation on that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

Thanks and I agree, that’s why I left an addition...

Thanks and I agree, that’s why I left an addition 5mm of length to the steerer. That combined with the amount of adjustment of the common quill stem, leaves me with plenty of height options. I also,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-23, 01:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

I had one of the Saturn GT team bikes several...

I had one of the Saturn GT team bikes several years ago, and it was Reynolds, it had a very nice ride. I have only one ride on the Merckx, and so far it rides very similar to an SLX frame. I wouldn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,947
Posted By velomateo

That is where they tend to break, with small...

That is where they tend to break, with small cracks visible at the inside of the radius of the corner. I have one that I’m monitoring at the moment, after seeing this I should probably switch it out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-13-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

So far the I’m happy with the ride of the...

So far the I’m happy with the ride of the Reynolds, but your Dad’s old Raleigh will likely be 531 not 753. I’m still waiting on a few small parts to complete the steerer tube chop, after that I can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

First ride went well, but as usual there's always...

First ride went well, but as usual there's always some adjustments to be made. The l/h shift lever needs to be snugged down a bit more. Usually this could be accomplished while riding, but the bolts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,292
Posted By velomateo

I can’t say for sure. I don’t know if when the...

I can’t say for sure.
I don’t know if when the Merckx frames were new, maybe the fork was a little longer and the shop would then cut them to the length needed for whichever headset was used… or the...
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