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08-20-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,030
Posted By Wulf

I had my frame bead blasted. If you do this,...

I had my frame bead blasted. If you do this, make sure you get the primer on within a day. Rust works quick.
I used an automotive etching primer. 3 coats with sanding in between. I used small...
Forum: Great Lakes
06-07-21, 05:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,271
Posted By Wulf

Pro bike fit in Chicago area

Can anyone recommend a professional fitter fo a gravel bike?
04-16-21, 10:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,770
Posted By Wulf

Get some primer on quickly. Bare frame will...

Get some primer on quickly. Bare frame will start to rust a day or two after bead blasting. Use an automotive etching primer. I also used a 2 part clear coat in a rattle can. You have activate...
02-21-21, 06:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,823
Posted By Wulf

Crooked Duck in Long Beach Bagels and Brew in...

Crooked Duck in Long Beach
Bagels and Brew in Mission Viejo
Bruxie in Orange
01-12-21, 01:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,045
Posted By Wulf

It’s from Charmin

It’s from Charmin
12-03-20, 08:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,346
Posted By Wulf

Do they still make an Omafiets?

Do they still make an Omafiets?
11-20-20, 09:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,966
Posted By Wulf

You can probably get the fork crown faced down...

You can probably get the fork crown faced down get enough room.
10-15-20, 07:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,495
Posted By Wulf

My wife has a Mercian we bought as a used...

My wife has a Mercian we bought as a used frameset in 1979. I later had it painted including braze-ons for top tube cables, water bottle, dt shifters. Painting done at Medici with Imron. Stone's...
06-29-20, 04:10 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,808
Posted By Wulf

Judging on the exterior shots and the equipment...

Judging on the exterior shots and the equipment on the bike, lI would say this is probably a top tier model from a large producer.
06-18-20, 02:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,258
Posted By Wulf

I bought a really nice set for $60 no tires.

I bought a really nice set for $60 no tires.
06-16-20, 02:37 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 26,075
Posted By Wulf

I bought one in 72 lugged frame, threaded bottom...

I bought one in 72 lugged frame, threaded bottom bracket. I attempted a U-turn on a backed road and miscalculated my speed, hitting the 4 inch curb and going down a 15 foot embankment. Clips and...
06-13-20, 09:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,630
Posted By Wulf

I bought a Windsor Pro frame second hand in 1977...

I bought a Windsor Pro frame second hand in 1977 from a shop in Norman Ok. I had it built up with NR drive train / Sugino Mighty crank, Phil Wood hubs, fiamme rims Clement Cotton tires, Universal...
05-20-20, 05:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,059
Posted By Wulf

I have had good luck with small parts at The Bike...

I have had good luck with small parts at The Bike Stand in Long Beach. They have a good retro and vintage vibe. I went in needing some Campy domed nuts for the brakes and they gave them to me...
05-15-20, 01:49 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 18,830
Posted By Wulf

Nothing beats American handmade framesets. ...

Nothing beats American handmade framesets. Confente and Pegoretti are on the same level but in my opinion the US frames are better made and more aesthetically pleasing than anything else out there.
04-05-20, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,301
Posted By Wulf

I've jumped the gate on the Aliso Creek Wood...

I've jumped the gate on the Aliso Creek Wood Canyon path and cycled through the golf course to PCH.
03-31-20, 07:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 979
Posted By Wulf

The rear dropout connections are bullet shaped. ...

The rear dropout connections are bullet shaped. This would lead me to think not Columbus tubes and not Italian.
03-29-20, 02:41 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,746
Posted By Wulf

Many police depts. have stopped pursuing...

Many police depts. have stopped pursuing non-violent thefts and many are now emptying their jails of such people. A perfect storm recipe for crime waves.
03-09-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,022
Posted By Wulf

Bike lock anchor

My daughter-in-law just had her very spendy bike stolen from the garage which is shared by several owners. My son asked for suggestions on how to create an anchor ring to lock the bike to. Any...
02-25-20, 05:47 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 27,664
Posted By Wulf

My 74 Raleigh Pro Mk IV I painted this with a...

My 74 Raleigh Pro Mk IV I painted this with a rattle-can.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1342/nh576dj_36d62bb7ef2d26960762d4daf754a636ecaa81ad.jpg
02-17-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,694
Posted By Wulf

My Italian Secret. A film documentary on Gino...

My Italian Secret. A film documentary on Gino Bartali.
02-17-20, 02:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,475
Posted By Wulf

Looks almost exactly like the Mercier I got in...

Looks almost exactly like the Mercier I got in 67. Except my bike had Mafac Racer brakes. Typical low-end 10-speed from that era.
02-14-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,588
Posted By Wulf

In 76 I bought a 2nd hand Windsor Pro and...

In 76 I bought a 2nd hand Windsor Pro and equipped it with wheels made from Phil Wood hubs, trois etoile spokes 14/15/14 and Super Champ Arc en Ciel rims. I weighed never less than 200 and these...
02-12-20, 04:48 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,647
Posted By Wulf

I have one of those Turbotrainers exactly as...

I have one of those Turbotrainers exactly as pictured. I still use it. I traded my rollers for it since I couldn't stay upright on those.
02-04-20, 04:22 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 17,282
Posted By Wulf

I used to have a Super D with a 58 mm f1.4 and a ...

I used to have a Super D with a 58 mm f1.4 and a 135 f4. Built like a brick, I liked this camera better than Nikon I replaced it with but the availability of lenses and accessories in 1983 even in...
02-01-20, 01:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,529
Posted By Wulf

Stanyan street was silly with bike shops in the...

Stanyan street was silly with bike shops in the early 70s when I lived there.
01-26-20, 07:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,828
Posted By Wulf

Its a great shop. They helped me with some parts...

Its a great shop. They helped me with some parts for my Raleigh Mk IV, including some Campy cone nuts for the brakes.
01-23-20, 03:06 PM
Replies: 183
Views: 17,282
Posted By Wulf

I have a Bessler 23c enlarger I would like to...

I have a Bessler 23c enlarger I would like to sell. It has a lens and 35 mm negative holder. In socal
11-26-19, 10:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,125
Posted By Wulf

What kind of tents do they make?

What kind of tents do they make?
10-24-19, 05:25 PM
Replies: 378
Views: 74,312
Posted By Wulf

Major Taylor's unique training technique at the...

Major Taylor's unique training technique at the Bronx Zoo.
10-19-19, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,244
Posted By Wulf

Only 1 C&V bike shown?

Only 1 C&V bike shown?
10-05-19, 02:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 4,505
Posted By Wulf

There is still plenty of old Campy stuff on the...

There is still plenty of old Campy stuff on the market in new or very good condition. Even paying exorbitant prices would still be cheaper than a new re-issue gruppo. I spent a long and patient...
09-27-19, 11:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,262
Posted By Wulf

OC Bicycle Garage in Lake Forest. Mostly repair...

OC Bicycle Garage in Lake Forest. Mostly repair shop and he has bays where you can do your own work with his tools if you prefer.
09-27-19, 08:27 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,195
Posted By Wulf

Here is the campy tool for fixing that ...

Here is the campy tool for fixing that
https://content.backcountry.com/images/items/900/CPG/CPG002J/BZ.jpg
09-23-19, 10:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 652
Posted By Wulf

Mount rack on new Cdale carbon road bike.

It has disk brakes and some sort of new-fangled dropout that doesn't have a slot for the wheel or mounting holes for rack. Any ideas how to fit a rack on this bike?
03-24-19, 04:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 17,097
Posted By Wulf

These are < $25....

These are < $25....
09-28-18, 12:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,481
Posted By Wulf

I Need a lower cradle for a Campy 2 bolt seat...

I Need a lower cradle for a Campy 2 bolt seat post. Right side would be preferable but I think they are usable on either side.
09-13-18, 01:46 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,002
Posted By Wulf

Raleigh Mk IV https://i.imgur.com/nh576dJ.jpg

Raleigh Mk IV
https://i.imgur.com/nh576dJ.jpg
09-13-18, 01:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,131
Posted By Wulf

A #12...

A #12 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=12) x 28 allen head cap screw and the correctly sized nut make a perfect binder bolt. If you search the hardware bins at the...
08-28-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,242
Posted By Wulf

When I repainted my Raleigh Pro, I noticed the...

When I repainted my Raleigh Pro, I noticed the seat stays were brazed to the reinforcing plate on the back side of the seat lug. No sockets.
05-12-18, 11:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,881
Posted By Wulf

The seat tube sticking up above the seat lug...

The seat tube sticking up above the seat lug seems kind of cheap to me.
04-30-18, 04:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,941
Posted By Wulf

I went to the auto paint store and got everything...

I went to the auto paint store and got everything I needed. Etching primer. Automotive enamel they put into a rattle-can. 2-part clear coat. This last thing comes in a special rattle can with a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-24-18, 12:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,811
Posted By Wulf

Extra-cool are those old Moulton folders from the...

Extra-cool are those old Moulton folders from the 60s-70s.
03-30-18, 12:21 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,750
Posted By Wulf

The holes in the BB look home-done. The lugs...

The holes in the BB look home-done. The lugs have not been finished / thinned to the degree I would expect to see on a top tier frame.
03-20-18, 01:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,429
Posted By Wulf

Was the derailer hanger cut off to make a fixie?

Was the derailer hanger cut off to make a fixie?
01-24-18, 12:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,037
Posted By Wulf

Dry powder matte These are words that indicate a...

Dry powder matte These are words that indicate a fuzzy looking finish. I wouldnt use this to try and replicate an original finish.
01-08-18, 01:52 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 26,842
Posted By Wulf

Maillard is My-yard Guerciotti ive always...

Maillard is My-yard
Guerciotti ive always thought was Ger chett-y
01-08-18, 01:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,866
Posted By Wulf

Is the top tube bowed/bent?

Is the top tube bowed/bent?
12-22-17, 06:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,057
Posted By Wulf

Looks like that Limited has already been through...

Looks like that Limited has already been through refinishing at least once. I do not believe that he ever included braze-ons on that model.
12-13-17, 03:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,337
Posted By Wulf

Not a Cinelli as far as I can tell. Flat...

Not a Cinelli as far as I can tell.
Flat crown
Wrap-around seat stays
Eyelets on dropouts
odd (but pretty) dropout/stay junction.
No rivet holes for head badge.
12-10-17, 01:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,886
Posted By Wulf

Does that pink fork have one straight and one...

Does that pink fork have one straight and one raked leg?
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