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11-03-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Bumping this for the weekend. Feel free to reach...

Bumping this for the weekend. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions. Thanks!
10-26-23, 01:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Years-long bump! I still have this and want to...

Years-long bump! I still have this and want to sell, but with a few changes.

Price lowered!!
Turbo saddle is gone, but I'll include a brown b-17 copy if you want it
I'd like to keep the front...
04-25-22, 08:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks all for responding - hopefully we can work...

Thanks all for responding - hopefully we can work something out. PMs sent.
03-31-22, 01:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks for the further insight. Yes, at +/-...

Thanks for the further insight. Yes, at +/- $80USD a piece I'm effectively doubling the value of the bike that these are intended for.



Thanks for your notes!
03-30-22, 06:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks for the tip - I hadn't looked closely at...

Thanks for the tip - I hadn't looked closely at these until you mentioned them and they look great. A bit lower profile than the TB14 by a few mm's giving more of that vintage look.
I'll probably...
03-23-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Giving this a gentle bump as riding season is now...

Giving this a gentle bump as riding season is now upon us in the Mid-Atlantic. Still looking for some box section rims and have added some items for trade.
02-26-21, 03:04 PM
Replies: 373
Views: 110,976
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

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

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2349_2cd31db69fa7d2b9f4a897af4eb77f6786fc0d97.jpg
Here's my mid/early 70's Tour de France. Got it as a frame + some parts and was...
12-16-20, 10:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Pending local sale.

Pending local sale.
12-09-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks. Fortunately my hopes were pretty low to...

Thanks. Fortunately my hopes were pretty low to begin with, haha.

I thought this would get more attention than it has, but it's also winter, holiday season, etc. I'll lower the price and then...
12-08-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Sorry to hear about that, hope the holidays are...

Sorry to hear about that, hope the holidays are as cringe-free as possible for you!

FWIW, I have some wiggle room on the price if that helps. I was hoping to move this bike before the holidays.
12-04-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Giving this a weekend bump. Please let me know...

Giving this a weekend bump. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thanks.
11-29-20, 09:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Yes it is! It fits the retro-mod Team Renault...

Yes it is! It fits the retro-mod Team Renault theme that this bike accidentally took on.



Thank you. I was planning for this to be a keeper. It seems we're on the same boat for sizing -- a 57cm...
11-27-20, 11:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,909
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

FS: Gitane Tour de France 56cm + Campy

Early/Mid 1970’s Gitane Professional Tour de France (Price Lowered)

TD ; LR :
Fully rehabbed/sympathetically restored/preserved
Reynolds 531 double-butted lightweight frame, significant touch-up...
07-22-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,295
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Looks like it has the later, cotter less crank...

Looks like it has the later, cotter less crank which is a definite plus. These bikes have a nice ride and the lighter wheels take them a step up from the Grand Sport and Peugeot UO-X series IMO. If...
07-16-20, 12:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Regarding the demand, I've noticed! I've been...

Regarding the demand, I've noticed! I've been close to pulling the trigger on these a couple of times but for one reason or another (mixed reviews mostly) I haven't. I'm sure they're fine rims and...
07-15-20, 09:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks for the offer malcala622 -- those are...

Thanks for the offer malcala622 -- those are cool. I hate to be picky, but I'm really after some box section rims for that 70's look.
07-14-20, 09:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Giving this another long-term bump and updated...

Giving this another long-term bump and updated first post for trades. If anyone has a pair of box section 36h rims, please let me know. Even willing to go slightly more modern such as Open Pros,...
02-11-20, 01:01 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,737
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

So next year I'm either gonna roll up with your...

So next year I'm either gonna roll up with your or at least make sure that I'm ahead of you in line!



Were you selling the blue/white Schwinn Tempo? I think I remember seeing that bike at last...
11-30-19, 09:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks, this might just work if the two rims...

Thanks, this might just work if the two rims aren't too visually different. I too have a module E that I'm trying to pair up with, but it's for a vintage rider so as long as they've got decent...
11-30-19, 04:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

That is very much appreciated, thank you. Please...

That is very much appreciated, thank you. Please let me know what you find.



Yes, totally in for this.
11-30-19, 08:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Giving this a gentle holiday bump. Also wanted to...

Giving this a gentle holiday bump. Also wanted to clarify that I'm happy to buy outright. Thanks!
11-21-19, 04:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,774
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

WTB: 700c Clincher Road Rims

Haven't had much luck in the ISO thread so I thought I'd give it a shot here. I'm looking for some silver/polished 700c rims that I will use to build up a clincher wheel set for my C&V 10-speed.
...
11-15-19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 784,448
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Mavic Module E and/or H Plus Son TB14

ISO: Mavic Module E 700C 36h (need just a single, but will consider a pair)
ISO: Mavic MA2 pair 700c 36h
ISO: H Plus Son TB14 700c 36h pair (prefer silver but will consider other finishes)

Have...
08-28-19, 08:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,808
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

This same sticker is on a wheel set that came...

This same sticker is on a wheel set that came with my Raleigh Pro...which was originally from Minneapolis. Very cool to see this on another bike! Wheels are very well-built so you probably have a...
08-07-19, 02:35 PM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 784,448
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Hey John, Sorry, should have been more...

Hey John,
Sorry, should have been more specific...these are all 36h, save for a second set of GP4s which are 32h (and fairly worn).
08-07-19, 07:45 AM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 784,448
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Have: A bunch of classic 700c tubular rims (all...

Have: A bunch of classic 700c tubular rims (all 36h):
Mavic GP4, GL330
Wolber/Super Champion Arc en ciel (both polished and matte silver)

Also 27 in Weinmann non-concave (flat?) clinchers
...
08-02-19, 09:07 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,177,415
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

So I didn't look at this bike very closely to see...

So I didn't look at this bike very closely to see if this is truly the case, but I can if someone is interested. For me, unless it's really obvious, it's hard to tell from pics if the fork is truly...
08-02-19, 08:53 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,177,415
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Windsor Carrera that looks complete. Happy to...

Windsor Carrera that looks complete. Happy to facilitate with this one, I bought a bike from the seller earlier this week who is also motivated to sell (and willing to talk about price if it seems...
07-11-19, 08:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,940
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks machinist42, I'll have to take a look at...

Thanks machinist42, I'll have to take a look at that one. It's not too far away.
07-10-19, 12:48 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 9,228
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

AC/Fuji Ace Nissan/Sage Skyline

AC/Fuji Ace
Nissan/Sage Skyline
07-09-19, 09:01 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,940
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

You may be right about that, but it's a bit of a...

You may be right about that, but it's a bit of a gamble for a remote buy. Don't mind the tubulars actually, always wanted to see what this bike would have ridden like originally.


Yes it does,...
07-08-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,940
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks to you and machinist42 for the heads up,...

Thanks to you and machinist42 for the heads up, that is one very nice and clean TdF! It's probably a bit of stretch for me at 61 cm c-t-t though otherwise I'd be after that for sure. Looks like it...
07-03-19, 11:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,940
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Giving this thread a gentle nudge to see if...

Giving this thread a gentle nudge to see if there's anything out there. I'm still on the search for a foil era Gitane TdF/SC in 56-58cm (however that translates to Gitane measurements) and have had...
Replies: 6
Views: 3,553
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

That looks like it's really nice shape. ...

That looks like it's really nice shape. Interested to see what responses you get and also to see more pics. Going to send you a PM!
03-20-19, 08:42 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 13,827
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

If you don't mind, how can you guys tell it's...

If you don't mind, how can you guys tell it's bent? Is the fork slope on a different plane than the head tube? I'm not sure I would have spotted it otherwise...

Pretty bike though, is it your's...
03-12-19, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,561
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Sending you a PM

Sending you a PM
02-27-19, 11:25 PM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 784,448
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Campy Nuovo Tipo Tubular Front Wheel

A little too specific and perhaps a bit of a long shot, but I'm looking for the round-holed large flange Campagnolo Tipo hub laced to a tubular rim (e.g. Mavic Montlery). Perhaps someone has an odd...
01-29-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 131,411
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

wesmamyke

Thanks to wesmamyke for answering my ISO request for missing Suntour Barcon wedges. Communication, packaging and shipping all top notch! Thanks again!
Forum: For Sale
01-24-19, 09:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,370
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

I can assure you that the bike is enjoying itself...

I can assure you that the bike is enjoying itself here in the Mid-Atlantic :) It's currently getting a "SPA" (Stripdown, Polish, (re)Assemble) treatment....
Forum: For Sale
01-22-19, 09:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,370
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Hi Bob: I'm not sure the OP is on here much so...

Hi Bob:
I'm not sure the OP is on here much so it might be awhile for a response. In any case, this bike is no longer available ;)
01-15-19, 10:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,147
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

I'm looking forward to going for the first time! ...

I'm looking forward to going for the first time! Have a couple C&V items on the wish list and hope to sell a bike.
01-12-19, 08:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,892
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Yeah, I'm into it for sure :) I'm relatively...

Yeah, I'm into it for sure :)

I'm relatively new here and I have to say that I'm very pleasantly surprised at all of the friendly help here. I really appreciate it and hope I can give back some...
01-12-19, 08:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,892
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thanks for this. I was on my phone earlier and...

Thanks for this. I was on my phone earlier and didn't bother to go down the rabbit hole.


That's a good idea -- also a common in NLA automotive parts like CV axles. We'll swap left-to-right after...
01-11-19, 04:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,892
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

dddd, Thanks for the detailed response, I...

dddd,
Thanks for the detailed response, I appreciate it. I'm unlined, so as long as it's relatively clean I'm probably in good shape. From the pics, looks like dry lube is good idea also.


...
01-11-19, 10:48 AM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 784,448
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thank you. I may take both of you up on your...

Thank you. I may take both of you up on your offers given my luck with these things.
01-11-19, 10:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,892
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Thank you all for the responses so far! I'm a...

Thank you all for the responses so far! I'm a bit reassured that the old housings are being used if they're still in good enough shape. Definitely trying to stay with the white...I did see in...
01-11-19, 09:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,892
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Vintage cable housing rehab/re-use?

Did a search but I couldn't find exactly what I was looking for...

I want to re-use the ribbed/grid brake cable housing on my Raleigh Professional with new cables on the inside. As far as good...
01-11-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 784,448
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Barcon wedges

ISO: 3-piece "wedge" for early Suntour ratcheting bar end shifters.

Alternatively, any equivalent parts/hacks/knowledge would be appreciated. It seems like the easiest route is to just buy...
Forum: For Sale
10-30-18, 08:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,370
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Hi OldandBent: I've left you a PM -- I'm...

Hi OldandBent:
I've left you a PM -- I'm interested in the bike. Thanks!

Edit: Looks like you're a newbie and can't send messages yet. Please let me know how to contact you. Thanks.
09-24-18, 02:36 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,177,415
Posted By TrboDieselPwrd

Could this be a Euro TdF? "Fait Main" instead of...

Could this be a Euro TdF? "Fait Main" instead of "Hand made", no chrome on the seat/chain stays.
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