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11-15-22, 08:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 787
Posted By Cycologist

I'll have more pictures soon, but you guys are...

I'll have more pictures soon, but you guys are correct. The seller thinks he bought it in 75 but upon further inspection is appears to be a later model.
looking at Bianchi girls post, I'm surprised...
11-15-22, 12:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 787
Posted By Cycologist

Bianchi Specialissima Tretubi odd mix

I'm looking at a Bianchi and have not purchased it. He lives down the street and I've id some odd things about the bike but these odd things constantly have shown up here on BF.
The seller states...
11-14-22, 10:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 858
Posted By Cycologist

Those pictures are gorgeous thanks for sharing. ...

Those pictures are gorgeous thanks for sharing. I'm pulling my Mondiale out of storage and looks to be an 89 from the catalogue.
11-13-22, 10:16 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

I'll look for that grove, as I was tightening the...

I'll look for that grove, as I was tightening the cable from the nipple I accidentally pulled out the nipple and frayed the cable.


I can see the gap is very close and the gap on my FD is much...
11-12-22, 09:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

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11-12-22, 12:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

Ok, thanks for everyones help. I think I figured...

Ok, thanks for everyones help. I think I figured it out and now it's shifting much better. However, still needs some tweaking. I measured the gap to the top of the FD and it's now 1.5mm...
11-08-22, 11:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

Thats interesting I never noticed that. The FD...

Thats interesting I never noticed that. The FD looks almost new just greasy.
11-06-22, 11:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

I'll head out for a ride and do some lowering....

I'll head out for a ride and do some lowering. And thanks for all of the input.
11-06-22, 11:07 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

Ok, good points. So would changing the outer...

Ok, good points. So would changing the outer changing to a 48 or 52 be an improvement and I'm I able to change the outer and have the set up work?
Let me disclose I don't know WTF I'm doing if...
11-06-22, 12:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

I'll measure gap tomorrow and yes the front ring...

I'll measure gap tomorrow and yes the front ring is 42T
11-06-22, 12:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

Yes, I think it can. I'll try that in the am....

Yes, I think it can. I'll try that in the am. Does the gap look to wide?
11-05-22, 11:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,598
Posted By Cycologist

Help with Campagnolo front derailleur

So, I'm trying to adjust the front derailleur and can't seem to get the limit screws adjusted properly. I have a Rene Herse front crank and Campagnolo front derailleur. I loosened the slack on the...
11-02-22, 11:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,203
Posted By Cycologist

EVOO? or is EVO ok?

EVOO? or is EVO ok?
11-02-22, 11:38 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,203
Posted By Cycologist

Would you use this in the hubs and bearings as...

Would you use this in the hubs and bearings as well?

Lets say on a pair of Vintage C-Record Hubs with the oil port what's the recommended grease for that application?

I was surprised nothing...
11-02-22, 09:20 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,203
Posted By Cycologist

Bike grease recommendations

I tried to search the forum but nothing come up as far as a general all purpose grease. I did buy some at HF and the stuff smells so bad I want to throw it away.

Whats a good all purpose grease...
10-29-22, 11:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 858
Posted By Cycologist

I certainly want periods correct but also a...

I certainly want periods correct but also a smooth set of wheels/rims that look the part and ride great. I have not checked to Velobase and will take a look.
10-29-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 858
Posted By Cycologist

I have an 87-89 Mondiale ( I dont know the exact...

I have an 87-89 Mondiale ( I dont know the exact date) and 80's Super Leggera. I would like to interchange the wheels if possible.
10-29-22, 08:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 858
Posted By Cycologist

Question Regarding Vintage rims for my Bianchi

I want to have a set of rims built from vintage components and as far as hubs go, it looks like the 80 Campagnolo Record with the oil port in the center seems to be the best choice.
I want to stay...
10-20-22, 10:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 386
Posted By Cycologist

Got it done it was harder to do it while on the...

Got it done it was harder to do it while on the road w/o tools but I had to loosen the brake as suggested to allow enough slack. It popped in once I could manipulate the brake cable toward to front...
10-09-22, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 386
Posted By Cycologist

Good point, The brakes are the...

Good point,
The brakes are the following:Dia-Compe Gran Compe 202 Non Aero Brake LeversBasically, the cable nipple wasn't seated in the little mechanism and I can't seat it properly. Bike is a...
10-09-22, 08:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 386
Posted By Cycologist

brake lever cable popped out

While tuning my bike and making brake adjustments I must not have placed the brake cable/nipple into the slot properly. While braking the cable at the lever popped out.

Whats the trick in getting...
05-17-20, 01:03 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 23,312
Posted By Cycologist

I agree with the seller. It's advertised as new...

I agree with the seller. It's advertised as new in a sealed box.

If he opens it I'll ask him to please count all items inside. How do I know it's not missing a screw?
What a pain in the Ass for...
05-16-20, 09:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,481
Posted By Cycologist

I reached out to the PO and he informed me that...

I reached out to the PO and he informed me that his father purchased the bike as is. The tires were original Micheline as I could barely make that out on the side wall.
So, it looks like this was a...
05-15-20, 09:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,481
Posted By Cycologist

I have them already. I did't see they were...

I have them already. I did't see they were labeled 5mm.
05-13-20, 11:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,481
Posted By Cycologist

Yes, Thank you for all the detail. I finally...

Yes, Thank you for all the detail. I finally removed the freewheel using a punch and hammer and the Park Tool. Progress is slow but at least it's coming along.

I ordered those pulleys for $15 so...
05-09-20, 08:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,481
Posted By Cycologist

is it possible I have a UX10 vs the PX10. Forks...

is it possible I have a UX10 vs the PX10. Forks and frame all have 531 Reynolds stickers. The picture above is UX10? How else can you identify a UX? Maybe it was a rim designation only.

The...
05-08-20, 09:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,481
Posted By Cycologist

Peugeot Px10 1973

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01-09-19, 11:12 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,653
Posted By Cycologist

Well, If you get depressed and want to talk about...

Well, If you get depressed and want to talk about vintage bikes I'm a trained Cycologist.

​​​​​​​Good luck my friend.
Replies: 17
Views: 9,076
Posted By Cycologist

750

750
Replies: 17
Views: 9,076
Posted By Cycologist

No Chrome, that is interesting. It also looks to...

No Chrome, that is interesting. It also looks to be SLX tubing. The catalog I have does show chrome for the rear chain stay. But certainly this is a Superleggera.
12-12-18, 12:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 968
Posted By Cycologist

Yes, Joe Bell does do great work. I just hate to...

Yes, Joe Bell does do great work. I just hate to have a JB on the rear chain stay. I also would not want to spend 500 for touch ups. I have a completely restored frame redone by CycleArt and they...
12-12-18, 12:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 968
Posted By Cycologist

Thank you for responding. The paint and decals...

Thank you for responding.
The paint and decals are all original and want to keep the bike as original as possible. The frame is a vintage Peugeot PX10 from the late 50's. I believe it's actually a...
12-11-18, 08:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 968
Posted By Cycologist

Frame Color matching and Color repair

I have a blue metallic 1957-58 Peugeot with yellow lugs and want to send it out for color repair. On other bikes I don't mind doing it myself. But, on this bike, I don't want to do a complete...
Replies: 6
Views: 4,677
Posted By Cycologist

From what I remember reading, the number "1"...

From what I remember reading, the number "1" designated it was a higher level bike, I think Specialissima. Also, only the top end bike frames had the rear chromed chain stay. This bike would be...
Replies: 17
Views: 9,076
Posted By Cycologist

Ok, thank you for the information. I don't have...

Ok, thank you for the information. I don't have clear photos yet. But I don't see a red tubing sticker, so more than likely this is not the SLX. That would make it the 88 SL
It must be outfitted...
Replies: 17
Views: 9,076
Posted By Cycologist

Late 1980's Bianchi Top Models

I am looking at what appears to be an 1989 Bianchi Superleggera. The right chain stay is not chrome and the bike has the Superleggra label on top tube (other years the right chain stay was chrome)....
12-08-18, 10:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,357
Posted By Cycologist

Very nice, thanks for posting.

Very nice, thanks for posting.
Replies: 20
Views: 2,778
Posted By Cycologist

I picked up a full Campy Trek with Reynolds 531...

I picked up a full Campy Trek with Reynolds 531 for 300 from about the same year. You should be able to get this for less.
12-03-18, 01:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 624
Posted By Cycologist

Thank you. I found them in an old bike bin that...

Thank you. I found them in an old bike bin that was tucked away behind the French Wines. I remember they we're not that common and thats why I kept them if I recall. SX was my first thought and Alpha...
12-03-18, 12:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 624
Posted By Cycologist

Help me ID White Simplex Front Derailleur and Shifters

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I came across these and have not been able to ID them. I think they might be the...
12-02-18, 04:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 853
Posted By Cycologist

Yes, you both are correct. It looks like I have...

Yes, you both are correct. It looks like I have the wrong list. The master spec list looks like it was from a 61-62 catalog. I'll post pictures of the bike w/ Serial Number to get a better date,
12-01-18, 12:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 853
Posted By Cycologist

Parts list for 1957 PLX10 Metallic Blue

I'm putting a parts list together for a 1957 PLX10 build and in the process of touching up areas of exposed frame. I've been holding the frame for sometime and have a lot of 1960's PX10 components...
11-30-18, 09:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,417
Posted By Cycologist

Good to know. I have a pair I'm getting together...

Good to know. I have a pair I'm getting together for a 1950's PLX10. Although not original to the bike. Finding the original parts are cost prohibitive.
11-30-18, 08:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,417
Posted By Cycologist

Excellent information from everyone. I was on a...

Excellent information from everyone. I was on a quest to find some Record Hubs for the bike but after reading the comments, It doesn't seem like I will achieve much. The Lux is probably what Eddy...
11-29-18, 02:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,417
Posted By Cycologist

Normandy Lux Competition Hubs opinion

I have been using these hubs since they are standard on my 60-70's Peugeot PX10's. But was wondering how good are these hubs actually. I took my new 71 PX10 with Normandy L. Competition hubs laced to...
11-26-18, 01:30 AM
Replies: 3,823
Views: 1,120,900
Posted By Cycologist

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I have to say I'm very impressed with the ride. Normandy Lux Comp. Hubs w...
11-24-18, 02:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,744
Posted By Cycologist

Looks like all the squeaking now has gone on the...

Looks like all the squeaking now has gone on the MAFAC's and the new pads really do a nice job. I like the idea of sanding the washer down a bit to adjust for the toe in. I think combination of...
11-18-18, 09:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,744
Posted By Cycologist

Thank you. I'm going to look for that SJ,...

Thank you.

I'm going to look for that SJ, and it will keep it all French!
11-18-18, 09:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,744
Posted By Cycologist

Thank you. I think that will solve it. I was...

Thank you. I think that will solve it. I was thinking about using a small piece of inner tube on one side to adjust for the toe in.
11-18-18, 05:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,744
Posted By Cycologist

As far as toe in. I don't have much toe in. I...

As far as toe in. I don't have much toe in. I can't seem to get the proper adjustments. When I tighten the bolts the pads shift ever so slightly.

How do you properly adjust for toe in. What step...
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