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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

WGB - They have latex tubes which is why they...

WGB - They have latex tubes which is why they lose air. They are my go to tired and nearly all my rides have them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Good looking Moto! Like the crank too! Geared...

Good looking Moto!
Like the crank too! Geared for Florida.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-24, 11:33 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Stick it in water to find the leak. Although I...

Stick it in water to find the leak. Although I haven't seen a leaky stem, it is worth checking out.
i have seen some slow leaks from punctures that required digging in the tread. Here is an example:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

ascherer - I love all of mine, both tubular and...

ascherer - I love all of mine, both tubular and clincher. Try a higher pressure and see what you think. I run mine at 125/130 for 23 and 25's. They feel more sure on the road.
You may want to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-08-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

ascherer - Thanks for that post. 3 ordered. They...

ascherer - Thanks for that post. 3 ordered. They will fit on the Bianchi but not the Pin or De Rosa.

WRT sealant solidifying, I don't use it because of that feature. I don't ride enough, and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Can't argue with 1 and 4. 2. I have done well...

Can't argue with 1 and 4.
2. I have done well to not have residual glue on the rim or tire. Gloved hands take care of the rest.
3 Not a problem for me when following the time part of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

My Elites flatted quickly compared to the G+...

My Elites flatted quickly compared to the G+ tires. Not as nice a ride with a lower thread count pushing the max pressure down to 110psi vs 170. I run 125/130 F/B on 23 and 25's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Use a brass wire wheel.

Use a brass wire wheel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Picked up a pair of 30 and tried them out on the...

Picked up a pair of 30 and tried them out on the Pinarello
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53105261279_de14296991_k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2oUJm26)Vittoria G+ 30x28 a (https://flic.kr/p/2oUJm26)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

It uses a latex tube which is lighter, lower...

It uses a latex tube which is lighter, lower rolling resistance and looses air overnight. Higher quality tubulars use latex tubes.
loosing air overnight, maybe less than half the pressure, is to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-23, 05:55 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Wouldn't liquid latex work? Discovered I...

Wouldn't liquid latex work?

Discovered I have two more tires up on the rack.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52664933580_2ee91e2a06_4k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2oePxWd)2023-02-02_06-40-07...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-23, 10:18 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I now need to get serious about tire repair with...

I now need to get serious about tire repair with a 4th tire now with a hole.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53074611582_360e1e6ff9_3k.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2oS2fW3)DerosaFlatVitG+...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-23, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

squirtdad - after nearly if not completely 40...

squirtdad - after nearly if not completely 40 years, it took several attempts to get a wheel straight as I wanted it. What I described worked well for me on the two wheels for the Bianchi.
I found...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I found to focus on roundness first at low...

I found to focus on roundness first at low tension.
As soon as the needle moves on the park tension tool, I focus primarily on roundness.next is lateral. Repeat until true. Ignore dish until you get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-23, 03:30 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I wanted to try the Bianchi out prior to gluing....

I wanted to try the Bianchi out prior to gluing. The valve moved enough to convince me not to do it.
NOS rims and new tires.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 06:07 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Judge weather the remaining glue is dried out. If...

Judge weather the remaining glue is dried out. If it is, then using a brass wheel will take it off in a matter of minutes for both wheels. Check you sandpaper to see if there is a gumming as a result...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-23, 03:15 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

If you use a wire wheel, use a brass one only if...

If you use a wire wheel, use a brass one only if crusty residue. Otherwise you may gum up your wire wheel. Brass minimized scoring the rim.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-23, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Minimize pressure, then lift and adjust evey 6...

Minimize pressure, then lift and adjust evey 6 inches or less. Check for uniform exposure of the base tape side to side.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Like DD,.I have Elites. Two of them need repair...

Like DD,.I have Elites. Two of them need repair with tiny holes. My preference is Vittoria Corsa G+. None in the queue for repair with many more miles. Just say'n.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Unavailable at the moment but interesting tire....

Unavailable at the moment but interesting tire. Concern is durability for street tire vs race tire.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-23, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Prices have gone way up!

Prices have gone way up!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-22, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

^^^^^^^^ What is the TPI?

^^^^^^^^ What is the TPI?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-22, 06:50 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Drillium Dude - great articulation of the...

Drillium Dude - great articulation of the mechanics of the ride characteristics! I concucr. pastorbobnlnh - I have gone as high as 140F/145R when it started getting too rough for me. I really like my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 01:44 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I am with Drillium Dude on tire pressures. The...

I am with Drillium Dude on tire pressures. The favorite tires are the Vittoria Corsa G+ with 125F/135R Lower pressures have been tried but the ride is not as good IME. This is true for both...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-22, 08:28 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

His prices have gone up so a less expensive tire...

His prices have gone up so a less expensive tire is hard to justify. But then again, if you have the time.....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-22, 07:22 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

pastorbobnlnh - Tire alert...

pastorbobnlnh - Tire alert (https://www.tirealert.com/) in FL will do just the base tape. You should use something stronger than typical tubular glue so the base tape doesn't get confused when you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-22, 05:56 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Some of you have probably seen my 1971 Bianchi...

Some of you have probably seen my 1971 Bianchi build - Bike Forums (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1256174-1971-bianchi-build.html). Several years ago, I found an add on CL a batch of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-22, 12:10 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

squirtdad - Have you laced up the Nemisis? I have...

squirtdad - Have you laced up the Nemisis? I have a pair on the De Rosa. They have a good history even though they are a bit heavy at 430g.
Currently price reduced from 97 to 85 Euros. Tempting to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-22, 05:00 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Regulatori - tubular tire sewup tire Servizio...

Regulatori - tubular tire sewup tire Servizio Corse $19.95 tubular tires at Yellow Jersey; possibly the Best Value Tubular In America for 2022! (http://www.yellowjersey.org/tt.html)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-22, 06:04 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

The best solution is to find sales. This is one...

The best solution is to find sales. This is one of those "you get what you pay for" scenarios. The more you pay the better the ride
I still have the 3/50 from Yellow Jersey running on my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-22, 09:32 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Both Acetone and Mineral Spirit's work. I just...

Both Acetone and Mineral Spirit's work. I just mounted a tire this morning.

The ride on Saturday experienced a flat on a Challenge Elite. Not too impressed with these tires but hey, they work. Max...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-22, 04:52 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I typically leave a bare spot opposite the valve....

I typically leave a bare spot opposite the valve. The result is a "ticking" sound as the glue next to the spot separates then bonds. this can happen for a few miles before it settles down. The last...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-22, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I like the look of the Nemesis but the price does...

I like the look of the Nemesis but the price does not make a nice face! they are a bit heavy too. When they wear out, the likely replacement will be Mavic GL 330's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-22, 12:25 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Another variation of colored spokes showed up...

Another variation of colored spokes showed up when I found a pair of wheels at an incredably low price that came with this spoke color set. Easy to find the stem....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-22, 06:38 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

roadcranr - Don't know about bike24.com. I will...

roadcranr - Don't know about bike24.com. I will find out as I ordered a pair of Vittoria's from them at a very reasonable price. We will see how it develops.

On another note, the tires shown in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-22, 11:49 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

majmt - Can't speak for the rest but the Nemesis...

majmt - Can't speak for the rest but the Nemesis pair I have look and feel pretty good. I wish the braking surface were not as worn. I am tempted to buy another set but with a number of GL330 in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

OK well what grit, 100?

OK well what grit, 100?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-22, 12:12 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

With 89 pages and over 2200 posts, even with a...

With 89 pages and over 2200 posts, even with a "search this thread" I was not able to find the info so here is the question.
Do you sand paper the rim before applying glue? I use Mastik from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-21, 06:49 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Ambrosio Nemesis were the rim of choice for the...

Ambrosio Nemesis were the rim of choice for the Paris-Roubaix for many years.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-21, 03:16 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Very classy rims even if they are a bit heavy,...

Very classy rims even if they are a bit heavy, 430g.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

My example was about flats using a clincher as a...

My example was about flats using a clincher as a vehicle for discussion.
I have used Tire Alert. Great way to salvage a good case with good tread. They replace the tube and sew it up. Looks great...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-21, 08:26 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

I don't use Stan's or any equivalent but I did...

I don't use Stan's or any equivalent but I did start carrying more cartridges after have 2 flats (with replacement tube) and a loss of air during one 11 mile commute to work. Didn't want to be late....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-21, 01:08 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Lazyass - I would do it that way but I like glue...

Lazyass - I would do it that way but I like glue to stay on the base tape and not get on the tread.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-21, 06:50 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

genejockey - You probably have not read all the...

genejockey - You probably have not read all the posts in this thread! Somewhere deep in the content is this link
http://picasaweb.google.com/DiabloScottsBikeBlog/FoldingATubularTire#
This is the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-21, 12:28 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

@gkamieneski...

@gkamieneski (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/gkamieneski-394724.html) - Checked my stock. No spare GL330 in 32h and the NISI and GP4's are all 36h. Sorry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-21, 10:21 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

gkamieneski - there are a lot of GL330's on the...

gkamieneski - there are a lot of GL330's on the bay. Some with reasonable prices. Although, many are 36 hole.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-21, 11:27 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

BBBBBBBut they don't have the Corsa 2.0 in 23...

BBBBBBBut they don't have the Corsa 2.0 in 23 with tan sidewalls!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-21, 08:24 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

If you want a fast light tire - Vittoria Corsa...

If you want a fast light tire - Vittoria Corsa Speed G2.0 Tubular Road Tire Twin Pack | ProBikeKit.com...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-20, 07:49 AM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

D0000! Forgot I had one! I was thinking tourch...

D0000! Forgot I had one! I was thinking tourch for only a microsecond! Getting old is a disadvantage in so many ways!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-20, 07:18 PM
Replies: 3,252
Views: 424,848
Posted By SJX426

Wileyone Yes, the spoke holes had excess glue in...

Wileyone Yes, the spoke holes had excess glue in them. Tape would have gone right over them. It was thick! Maybe thicker than tape.

The pattern seen in the first photo is the pattern of the base...
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