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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,284
Posted By Bajabri

I must respectively disagree, after a few years...

I must respectively disagree, after a few years of working in a bike shop and a lifetime of working on my own fleet and being the mechanic for all my riding buddies, the allen key pedals are far...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-20, 10:13 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,958
Posted By Bajabri

Acetone will remove powder coat, I found this out...

Acetone will remove powder coat, I found this out the hard way. Though you would need a lot to strip an entire frame.

B.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 463
Views: 63,214
Posted By Bajabri

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Risa 18 mos. managed to get a bike in there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 160
Views: 24,910
Posted By Bajabri

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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one more MTB
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-20, 07:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,156
Posted By Bajabri

A bit more progress, waiting on a few items. ...

A bit more progress, waiting on a few items.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 9,714
Posted By Bajabri

I was 5-10” in my twenties and rode a bike that...

I was 5-10” in my twenties and rode a bike that was at the top of my limit for size. At 64 and barely 5-9” this bike is no longer comfortable to ride.
shrinkage happens.

B
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-20, 11:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,156
Posted By Bajabri

ControlTech. Might have to spend some time...

ControlTech.
Might have to spend some time futzin with them as the setup is not straightforward.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-20, 12:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,156
Posted By Bajabri

While Mert did have a linkage fork, the lawwill...

While Mert did have a linkage fork, the lawwill leader, the amp fork was designed by Leitner.
interestingly they both came out of the motorcycle industrial.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-20, 11:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,156
Posted By Bajabri

Early full suspension MTB

This is a 92/93 Amp Research(Horst Leitner) with the first iteration of the horst link, rebadged by Mongoose as an Amplifier.
Found in the local classifieds as F&F, never built. Try to stay period...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-20, 06:45 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,328
Posted By Bajabri

Ok, thanks for all the replies, I reviewed what...

Ok, thanks for all the replies, I reviewed what was available and ordered a felco knock off.
The first test cuts were quite impressive, so I will have to see how long they last.

This is the first...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-20, 12:56 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,328
Posted By Bajabri

Cable/casing cutter? Update

This may not be the correct forum, but I figure the c&v crew does more wrenching than anyone else.
i purchased a $15 set of cutters on amazon, supposedly bicycle specific, but all this pos does is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-20, 12:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 7,319
Posted By Bajabri

I have gone through a few over the years and the...

I have gone through a few over the years and the best for me has been Topeaks Joe Blow.

B
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,217
Posted By Bajabri

Litespeed used that fork on some Bikes in...

Litespeed used that fork on some Bikes in the90’s.
Those guys were exotic metal specialists prior to building bikes, so their welding was pretty good.

B
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 673
Views: 95,781
Posted By Bajabri

sweet looking dreads! Did a couple, but wanted to...

sweet looking dreads! Did a couple, but wanted to try some other sizes.
this is finished with Mohawk rattle can nitro, horrible to use due to the fumes and no spray booth.
my current finish is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-20, 10:33 AM
Replies: 673
Views: 95,781
Posted By Bajabri

This was a scratch build, resawed the maple from...

This was a scratch build, resawed the maple from a large slab, the mahogany neck and back came from a rough billet.
All the specs came from Mylespaul, luthiers corner. Gave up making electrics, got...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-20, 12:48 PM
Replies: 673
Views: 95,781
Posted By Bajabri

not really C&V, but a clone of a ‘59 LP I built a...

not really C&V, but a clone of a ‘59 LP I built a few years back....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,165
Posted By Bajabri

Found this in the local classifieds. 93 mongoose,...

Found this in the local classifieds. 93 mongoose, never built up, now sourcing all the period correct components.
this is a rebadged amp research, B2
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-19, 07:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,806
Posted By Bajabri

Battle MTB - where did it go?

This recent thread seems to have disappeared. Was keen to follow the bike.
Even my posts related to the thread are gone. Is it only me?

B
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 46,655
Posted By Bajabri

Building acoustic guitars, should have picked a...

Building acoustic guitars, should have picked a hobby that wasn’t so costly.
collecting old metallic hand planes, up to 70 or so in the collection, always looking for something unique.

Brian
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-19, 02:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,283
Posted By Bajabri

New winter project MTB

This just got delivered today. 92/93 Amp Research B2, rebadged as a Mongoose Amplifier.
This has never been built up, a few minor scratches and rub marks. Was purchased New by a young fellow before...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-19-19, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,808
Posted By Bajabri

Thanks for the replies, both the stem and...

Thanks for the replies,
both the stem and seatpost were easily removed, the brakes, derailleurs, shifter and cranks are actually in good condition. Wheels spin acceptably true. There is a layer of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-18-19, 08:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,808
Posted By Bajabri

Panasonic DX-5000

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-01-19, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,622
Posted By Bajabri

When I tore the bike down there was remnants of a...

When I tore the bike down there was remnants of a columbus decal. Not enough to read, but I seem to recall it being slx. I have owned this bike since new. I inspected the frame and could see no...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-01-19, 11:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,622
Posted By Bajabri

83-84 Battaglin

looking for a value on this old beauty.
was originally sold as a Gardin, though the BB shell and head lug are marked Battaglin. Also had some of the decals identical to period Battaglins, but the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-19, 04:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,174
Posted By Bajabri

Caution, graphic content, may offend

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-19, 07:14 PM
Replies: 170
Views: 23,763
Posted By Bajabri

As a self employed carpenter, a 10k bike is...

As a self employed carpenter, a 10k bike is hardly in my price range but I do own one. 40 years ago as an apprentice I bought a new Italian road bike which cost me nearly 2 months pay.
I also own a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-19, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,572
Posted By Bajabri

Quill adapter

Anyone use one of these. Would like to convert to a 1-1/8” stem for a larger selection of modern bars.
some of the online pics look kinda cheesy, and brand recommendations?
looking for a nice one....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-19, 04:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By Bajabri

The hubs are beautifully made, I would like to...

The hubs are beautifully made, I would like to keep them if possible. I cannot find a number on them and even google searches turn up little info. It appears to be a regular J spoke installed 180...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-19, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 991
Posted By Bajabri

Bitten again!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-18, 06:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,015
Posted By Bajabri

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Powder coat and rattle can for fade
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-18, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 832
Posted By Bajabri

looks like I am shopping for bike parts again! ...

looks like I am shopping for bike parts again!

Thanks all
B
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-18, 07:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 832
Posted By Bajabri

Nice work! Does the ride justify the effort? ...

Nice work!
Does the ride justify the effort?


Not sure about the ride yet, but it was an enjoyable and satisfying project. Well worth it regardless.
Haven't ridden any further than a few blocks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 832
Posted By Bajabri

First C&V overhaul done

Just finished this today. I belive this frame began life as a Battaglin, was rebadged by Gardin, and now is once again a Battaglin though with Gardin pantoed forks, stem and seat stay.
Yeah, its a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-18, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,846
Posted By Bajabri

Kirsch frame

anyone know anything about this manufacturer?
I have the opportunity to buy one, and a forum search and a google search turns up virtually nothing other than they were german.

thanks,
Brian
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-18, 09:50 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 38,072
Posted By Bajabri

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

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/cc572e43_9268_483d_87bf_15a7613c98f2_17c9d217137357d3435b0b066cc65b367f391f1d.jpeg



I think this qualifies as purple, this will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,046
Posted By Bajabri

What is this?

Never seen this before on any bike I have owned.
My first guess is a chain holder during wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 02:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,794
Posted By Bajabri

Sweet! Thanks, B

Sweet! Thanks,
B
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 02:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,794
Posted By Bajabri

Derailleur capacity

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I am sure someone else here has had this question....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 12:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,666
Posted By Bajabri

A few pics of this little gem, with some custom...

A few pics of this little gem, with some custom bits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,666
Posted By Bajabri

https://www.panasonicbikemuseum.info/product/1986-...

https://www.panasonicbikemuseum.info/product/1986-panasonic-bicycles-catalog/

looks exactly like this dx5000 in the catalog
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-18, 09:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,666
Posted By Bajabri

Gugie, it’s the work thing that needs to go, it...

Gugie, it’s the work thing that needs to go, it really cuts in to my spare time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-18, 08:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,666
Posted By Bajabri

Bitten...

Thanks to the forum members here it seems I have contracted the bug?disease? Virus?.. my wife says I need another hobby like a hole in the head.
Been watching the local classifieds for a few months...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-18, 09:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 655
Posted By Bajabri

Sorry, I am in Canada. Was hoping to get...

Sorry, I am in Canada. Was hoping to get something a bit quicker than ordering from Europe.
There are 1/2 dozen LBS here, went looking for a dust sleeve for a campy BB, most had no idea what I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-18, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7,823
Views: 928,893
Posted By Bajabri

Been overhauling and sprucing up my old...

Been overhauling and sprucing up my old Gardin/Battaglin. This has been a full down to steel remodel.
Notice I did not say restoration, likely no original model would have looked this way.
Trying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-18, 07:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 655
Posted By Bajabri

Trying to buy parts

Hi guys, I have been attemting to get some brake hoods and a seat binder bolt through bicycleclassics.com. 3 emails over the course of 12 days have gotten no response. Other than a fax line, no phone...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-18, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,289
Posted By Bajabri

Did some of this era come with Everest freewheels.

Did some of this era come with Everest freewheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-18, 07:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,237
Posted By Bajabri

Thanks for the replies. Think I might give the...

Thanks for the replies. Think I might give the tape a try, never had any problems gluing, only the mess.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-18, 09:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,237
Posted By Bajabri

What about tubular tape?

Trying to return to road riding, been on the Mtb for the last 20 years, and am seeing rim tape as a replacement for glue. This did not exist the last time I glued a tire on. Any thoughts on this? It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-18, 09:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 700
Posted By Bajabri

Replacement parts

I have started an overhaul of a mid eigthies Battaglin/Gardin. Where do you guys buy items like bearings, tape, brake hoods etc.? Is there a shop which specializes in old bits?

thanks,
Brian
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-18, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 359
Posted By Bajabri

Looking for suggestions

Hi all, first post here.
I am the original owner of a Gardin which was purchased by me in the mid eighties. This bike has sat in my storage for the last 25+ years.
I believe this to be a Battaglin...
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