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Forum: Southeast
08-28-14, 08:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,254
Posted By lucky53s

Why not go south? Not sure about difficulty,...

Why not go south? Not sure about difficulty, there is really nothing difficult down here other than wind. But you could definitely get some local color, eats, interesting peeps, etc once you got in...
Forum: Southeast
07-24-12, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,497
Posted By lucky53s

Anybody know some organized rides in the...

Anybody know some organized rides in the WPB/Royal Palm/Wellington/Lake Worth/Boynton area?

I just moved down from Baltimore (and happy to be back in FL) and would like to find some people to ride...
Forum: Southeast
07-24-12, 03:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,679
Posted By lucky53s

New in Royal Palm

Did you ever find some rides in the area? I found one through the Bicyclerly on Wed night from Rooney's at Jog and Okeechobee that I am going to try to make this week. I am looking for something on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,164
Posted By lucky53s

I've found that you can never have a kit and...

I've found that you can never have a kit and assume it has everything you need. For those who said to get rid of the hammers I would disagree. I bought an 80's Peugeot and the bottom bracket was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-11, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 676
Posted By lucky53s

It is AL but I will go real easy on it and just...

It is AL but I will go real easy on it and just get through the back side then stop. Glad to know there is a way to fix it. I guess I should have just rehabbed the original brake I took off instead...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-11, 05:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 676
Posted By lucky53s

Thanks for the photo compliment Brad, it was...

Thanks for the photo compliment Brad, it was completely planned....

I don't have the concave washers but will find something if I need to. I just wasn't sure if I could drill that out without...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-11, 09:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 676
Posted By lucky53s

Replacement Brake Issue

I just got a new front brake for an old frame I converted to a fixie and the mounting bolt isn't long enough to reach all the way through.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-11, 07:14 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

New. But I think we will probably buy a whole...

New. But I think we will probably buy a whole bike when the time comes.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-11, 01:47 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

Building could be cheaper, just found 105...

Building could be cheaper, just found 105 brifters, 105 front and rear der, 105 cassette and tiagra brakes for $175.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-11, 01:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

I'm in Baltimore until June so it's more than a...

I'm in Baltimore until June so it's more than a few hours for me. But I will keep that in mind once I get back there.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

If I took the 105 parts off of my bike and put...

If I took the 105 parts off of my bike and put them on hers I wouldn't consider it a cost applied to her bike, I would consider that a cost associated with me. I already know I like cycling and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-11, 08:58 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

It would definitely be something that she had sat...

It would definitely be something that she had sat on and test rode, it's just that she wouldt know it was coming.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 12:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

The website says $940 for the least expensive...

The website says $940 for the least expensive Dolce, not really inexpensive. I should be checking the shops to find one from last year I guess.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 12:50 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

It was Open Road. The Baymeadows one was Bikes,...

It was Open Road. The Baymeadows one was Bikes, Etc. I wasn't on the fast Tuesday ride, I'm more of a slow and steady guy.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 12:44 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

Trk-I think it's a little small, she's 5'6" with...

Trk-I think it's a little small, she's 5'6" with longer legs.

Merlin-I moved up here from there so I know a little about the rides. I did the MS 150 in 2009 down there and it was a blast. I used...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 12:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

Merlin-Is that Jacksonville, FL? I will be moving...

Merlin-Is that Jacksonville, FL? I will be moving there from Baltimore in June and can't wait to get back where it's warm. I would be riding already if I was there but up here I am still stuck to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 12:15 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

I was thinking of using the 105 parts from my...

I was thinking of using the 105 parts from my Felt and upgrading my bike a little. Shhhh, she'll never know!

Craigslist seems to be getting so expensive. Unless you search five times a day it...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-11, 12:01 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,777
Posted By lucky53s

Build or Buy?

I am trying to figure out the least expensive way to get my girlfriend a good entry level bike. She has shown interest in cycling with me and I'd love to surprise her with something of her own. Now...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
02-16-11, 05:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 20,964
Posted By lucky53s

I just get on BF, I don't use a ton of different...

I just get on BF, I don't use a ton of different sites. So a proprietary app that was just for BF would be great for me.
Forum: Commuting
02-16-11, 05:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

I was a CH-53 mech out in Hawaii on Deltas for...

I was a CH-53 mech out in Hawaii on Deltas for 3.5 glorious years. Followed that up with Embassy duty. I try to do things the right way, not the MC way now.
Forum: Commuting
02-16-11, 04:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

Tahoe-I actually want it to look good with them...

Tahoe-I actually want it to look good with them on. I'm vain that way. Perhaps I should start with a new paint job..... I want to put a back rack and pannier bags on for commuting to work so i...
Forum: Commuting
02-14-11, 11:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

Fudge-I am very handy with nuts and bolts, I was...

Fudge-I am very handy with nuts and bolts, I was a flightline mechanic on helicopters for the Marine Corps. So buying some nuts and bolts are no problem.

Fluffhead-I'll check out Twenty20 bikes...
Forum: Commuting
02-14-11, 11:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

Unfortunately I don't support a LBS here in...

Unfortunately I don't support a LBS here in Baltimore. I have been in a few and haven't got that "feel good" feeling from any. So for the year I am here I am pretty much just ordering from the...
Forum: Commuting
02-11-11, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

I will probably just get some 35 mm ones. I...

I will probably just get some 35 mm ones. I found some SKS (?) ones that are 35 mm and I have a dremel to trim them around the stays if necessary.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-11, 09:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 847
Posted By lucky53s

Thanks for all the info everyone. ...

Thanks for all the info everyone.

Fletsbob-I'm not replacing a whole lot on the bike, I want to keep it mostly how it is as an inexpensive fixie commuter. I put a Shimano BB in it, it went right...
Forum: Commuting
02-09-11, 11:52 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

I should have taken a better picture of the back...

I should have taken a better picture of the back wheel clearance. There doesn't look like there is much space for a fender. I think I'll just have to take it to the LBS and check for spacing.
Forum: Commuting
02-09-11, 11:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 994
Posted By lucky53s

Converting fixie to commuter

I put this is the mech thread too but someone in here should be able to shed some light on my question:

My fixie is an early 80's Peugeot and I want to add fenders to it so I don't get all dirty...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-11, 11:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 847
Posted By lucky53s

Converting to commuter

My fixie is an early 80's Peugeot and I want to add fenders to it so I don't get all dirty on the way to work. Unfortunately I'm not sure of how to fit them properly (and I'm looking for suggestions...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-11, 08:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,521
Posted By lucky53s

Possibly the best response. I'm very worried...

Possibly the best response. I'm very worried about my salt intake while preparing for the cycling season.

On a side note, I now I WAY too much Red N Tacky. If anyone on the eastern side of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-11, 09:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,521
Posted By lucky53s

RNT-2 Marine Lube-1

RNT-2
Marine Lube-1
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-11, 08:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,521
Posted By lucky53s

Bob, have you tried Red N Tacky? I wonder if you...

Bob, have you tried Red N Tacky? I wonder if you could tell a difference. I'm just a pleasure rider with an occasional long ride (50+) so I doubt I'd be able to tell much of a difference.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-11, 07:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,521
Posted By lucky53s

I know I can pick up the Red N Tacky at Home...

I know I can pick up the Red N Tacky at Home Depot. Maybe I will hit it up tomorrow if the general consensus is that it will work.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-11, 07:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,521
Posted By lucky53s

Greasin' Hub Bearings

I'm cleaning/tuning my bike up for the spring and decided it was time to take the hubs apart and re-grease the bearings. Now that I have them all torn apart I decided it would be a good time to get...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-09, 09:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,310
Posted By lucky53s

I bought mine almost fully functional and...

I bought mine almost fully functional and stripped it down to bare metal. I have the whole box of parts, about ten lbs of stuff that I took off, just in case I need the brakes or shifters or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-09, 09:33 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,389
Posted By lucky53s

I just got a set of the Weinmanns on Formulas for...

I just got a set of the Weinmanns on Formulas for $139 shipped. I'm building up my fixie and will let you know in a bit but I did quite a bit of research on them before buying them and didn't find...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-09, 09:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,310
Posted By lucky53s

I have that same Peugeot!! Though mine is red...

I have that same Peugeot!! Though mine is red now since I stripped and painted it. It's just waiting for a clear coat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-09, 11:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,212
Posted By lucky53s

I've read that link and seen what people are...

I've read that link and seen what people are saying. I found a fixed wheel built on a 120 rear hub that is able to be spaced to 126, so that problem is solved. And for the front, I have a wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-09, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,212
Posted By lucky53s

Jim-Assuming you will check this, what is the...

Jim-Assuming you will check this, what is the spacing on the front hub? Also 126mm?

Edit: Okay, I measured. More like 3.75 inches or 95 mm. Sound right to anyone?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-09, 07:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,212
Posted By lucky53s

Homebrew-I read a post where someone did that and...

Homebrew-I read a post where someone did that and it was fine until they put a lot of pressure on it. Then the frame flexed a bit and the wheel touched the side. I guess if you mess with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-09, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,212
Posted By lucky53s

Knoregs plan seems that it may be better. What...

Knoregs plan seems that it may be better. What do you say Jim? (You seem like the local BF Peug pro.)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-09, 07:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,212
Posted By lucky53s

hmm, What hubs work to get a new wheel built? ...

hmm, What hubs work to get a new wheel built? Will a 130mm hub work? The rim has 32 holes. I just found a red fixie flip hub that was 130. I'm on a tight budget so I am going to be a little picky...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-09, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,212
Posted By lucky53s

Hub Spacing, 1988 Peugeot

Where would I find the hub spacing for a 1988 Peugeot Bordeaux? I have a friend giving me a rim and I need to find a hub to buy to build a fixed rear wheel.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-09, 02:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 28,446
Posted By lucky53s

I'm 5'8" and ride a 53ish cm Peugoet and a 54 cm...

I'm 5'8" and ride a 53ish cm Peugoet and a 54 cm Felt. The Peug builds taller than the Felt though. The bars are higher so I have a slightly longer seatpost on it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-09, 04:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,354
Posted By lucky53s

Oh, that's where I got the watermelon thing.

Oh, that's where I got the watermelon thing.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-09, 02:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,965
Posted By lucky53s

Apparently I'm independent because I don't listen...

Apparently I'm independent because I don't listen to what people say (i.e. shaving the guides) so maybe I'll start that fad. Though I do shave my face too, which is apparently not common in this...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-09, 02:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,965
Posted By lucky53s

Why would I run a back brake on a fixie....?

Why would I run a back brake on a fixie....?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-09, 02:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,354
Posted By lucky53s

I saw it referred to as a watermelon bike. ...

I saw it referred to as a watermelon bike. Pinkish, green, white, and a black seat. Yep, same colors....
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d156/lucky53s/Watermelon.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-09, 09:16 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,962
Posted By lucky53s

It is addictive. I'm just starting my first...

It is addictive. I'm just starting my first build and already scheming for another Peugeot to build. Just gotta get a new fork for the second frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-09, 08:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,096
Posted By lucky53s

Chombi- How can I tell what the tubing is made...

Chombi- How can I tell what the tubing is made of? The decals are pretty much gone so if it's not stamped on I don't think I can find out. It does have one sticker left that says "Mangalloy."
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-09, 11:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,096
Posted By lucky53s

Peugeot Bordeaux age?

I just picked up a Peugeot Bordeaux and was hoping someone could help me out with the age. The bottom bracket is stamped with Y8C3-XXXXX. It's got Dia-Compe brakes, "Shimano Light Action" rear...
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