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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 734
Posted By shoff535

Thanks for all of the comments. Good to know...

Thanks for all of the comments. Good to know that SG works well and as long as it's diluted and not left on for too long shouldn't be an issue for the finishes on the parts. I was especially...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 08:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 734
Posted By shoff535

UltraSonic cleaning

Just curious if anyone uses one of these to clean parts (shift/brake levers) deraileurs & brakes, or chains. If so, what type of cleaner do you use that wont harm the anodized finish (or paint) on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

Ha, I do need a Blue bike, I had Blue Peugeot...

Ha, I do need a Blue bike, I had Blue Peugeot UO8 back in the 70's but that one is long gone, got hit by a car, fortunately, no real damage to me, but the bike took one for the team!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

Well, dropped the frame off at Southwest Frame...

Well, dropped the frame off at Southwest Frame Works here in Dallas, and gave them the color to use. I did in fact go with a yellow, no metalic, and no pearlescent, just a good bright yellow. They...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

They did, and this was the last of that group,...

They did, and this was the last of that group, and technically not a "classic". If I remember correctly the others were 1970's mostly (but I really don't remember).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

It DOES look good in Red! Alas, I already have a...

It DOES look good in Red! Alas, I already have a red bike :D
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/659x879/img_1706_f2848808518bd86fff4fd10c02af248114de82f7.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-23, 08:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

Thanks to everyone who commented on my comment...

Thanks to everyone who commented on my comment about "over paying". You are all correct, and your sentiments are similar to mine. In my case, this bike was a consignment at the LBS and they were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-23, 05:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

your yellow looks waaay better than the yellow in...

your yellow looks waaay better than the yellow in the brochure and seeing your pics really helps visualize how mine will look. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-23, 07:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

Ha, like every used bike I’ve gotten I think (I...

Ha, like every used bike I’ve gotten I think (I know ) I over paid! I got it earlier this month (Oct).

Mostly looking for a basic yellow that’s either metallic or pearlescent, so tomorrow it’s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

thanks! I appreciate that , though I did run...

thanks! I appreciate that , though I did run across this link on the Waterford website, which for others they should take note (and corroborates exactly what you said)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

center top cable guide is broken and rusting, on...

center top cable guide is broken and rusting, on the non drive side the paint is bubbling a bit from the rust, and lots of not too poorly done nail polish paint repair. If I don't repaint and fix the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-23, 02:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 182
Posted By shoff535

Fuji Titanium

Finally got around to finishing up my 1991 Fuji Titanium. I believe that all of the US sold titanium bikes from the late 80s-early 90s were made by TST in Oregon, I'm curious if anyone knows if that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,448
Posted By shoff535

Paramount Question(s)

Picked this Paramount up a little while back. It's and '86 in Fireball Red. I only have this one pic because I've already dropped it off to get one of the cable guides repaired and to have it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By shoff535

DOH! I hadn't considered that, possibly because...

DOH!
I hadn't considered that, possibly because I kinda want to keep the Ventos. However, I do have some Ambrosio Durex rims..AND.. some mid 90's record hubs.. 8speed by coincidence. Completely...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 05:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By shoff535

correct, on the splines. I expect that the...

correct, on the splines. I expect that the Electorns are a lost cause, and I think what it boils down to is that if I buy the new Zondas then I'm committed to sourcing new (NOS) ergo shifters in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 310
Posted By shoff535

campagnolo freehubs

I'm currently still riding a set of mid 90's Campy Ventos (deep section aluminum clinchers) with an 8sp freehub. I want to upgrade to a lighter rim, but ideally still keep my 8sp setup (shifters are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 03:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By shoff535

campagnolo freehubs (vintage)

This might be more of a vintage question, but here goes. I'm currently still riding a set of mid 90's Campy Ventos (deep section aluminum clinchers) with an 8sp freehub. I want to upgrade to a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-21, 06:13 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,583
Posted By shoff535

i use the black Kool Stop, and they work fine. I...

i use the black Kool Stop, and they work fine. I have gen 3 deltas and never had a problem or issue with them
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 15,803
Posted By shoff535

Here’s my 1973 Mercian Vincetore. ...

Here’s my 1973 Mercian Vincetore.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/abb9f083_033b_4237_9357_509307c41de0_11541e7500a8e3c1793c32bfbc948f46242219be.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,813
Posted By shoff535

According to this, they manufactured their own,...

According to this, they manufactured their own, as well as rebranded for some bicycle companies, though Simplex may have made some of the derailleurs after ~1987 or so see here>
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,813
Posted By shoff535

OK, here's my contribution, my '85 CIOCC Designer...

OK, here's my contribution, my '85 CIOCC Designer 84, a mix of Ofmega, Modolo & Campy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

Here's a thought.. USA production couldn't keep...

Here's a thought.. USA production couldn't keep up with demand, so Raleigh USA commissioned or contracted with another Raleigh factory to supply frames for the USA & for whatever reason they were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 01:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

Not what I'd expect either. who made the...

Not what I'd expect either. who made the dropouts? On mine, they are Gipiemme..not that that may or may not mean anything, I am under the impression that the English frames all had a GVD sticker,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 12:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

Steve Bauer?

Steve Bauer?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 07:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

if I’m correct, the 531c framesets were all mfg...

if I’m correct, the 531c framesets were all mfg in England. Raleigh USA frames & framesets were 555 variety which was a USA licensed “copy” of the 531. Due to volume demand some 531 tubing was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 06:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

the peg is a little post (peg) with a mushroom...

the peg is a little post (peg) with a mushroom looking top on it. Looks like it was made by brazing some rings to the top of the peg vs smashing or crushing the top (if that makes any sense)

I can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-20, 08:31 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

Here's another. Originally the frameset was set...

Here's another. Originally the frameset was set up with Shimano 600 tricolor. When I needed a bike to take to Colorado I decided to swap out the drivetrain to Shimano triple in the front and ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-20, 08:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,969
Posted By shoff535

Here's a pic of mine & the s/n WP7001156) which...

Here's a pic of mine & the s/n WP7001156) which puts it as a late 1987 buld, possibly a 1988 model?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-20, 06:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,914
Posted By shoff535

watch this video from park tool ...

watch this video from park tool

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UkZxPIZ1ngY&t=678s
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-20, 05:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,835
Posted By shoff535

I got a Curt for my Outback. I tried to order it...

I got a Curt for my Outback. I tried to order it from etrailer, but their stock was out at the time. I ended up saving ~50 bucks and got it from amazon.

In regards to the type of rack, I have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-20, 07:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 914
Posted By shoff535

Hmmm, not sure what to conclude, on one hand,...

Hmmm, not sure what to conclude, on one hand, I've been riding more or less to the Psimets rule.. except I have generally run the same psi in both front and rear. Based on the other calculator, my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-20, 04:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 914
Posted By shoff535

air pressure

Just curious, what air pressure do people run in their rims/tires (hooked rims/clincher tires), in particular if they are vintage? Case in point, I have mid 90's Campy Vento rims with Vittoria Corsa...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 968
Posted By shoff535

I use Campagnolo sets, but all of my bikes are...

I use Campagnolo sets, but all of my bikes are Camoy equip’d, except my old Raleigh which us shimano 600 & I used shimano cables.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-20, 02:05 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,138,758
Posted By shoff535

Raleigh Comp GS

Saw this and thought it might be interesting to someone

https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/bik/d/arlington-1980-raleigh-competition-gs/7141112202.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-20, 04:56 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 19,010
Posted By shoff535

This zombie thread was/is amazing!! I was just...

This zombie thread was/is amazing!! I was just thinking I needed to start looking for replacements for the Speedy's on the ole CIOCC!

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-19, 10:06 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 12,105
Posted By shoff535

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0166_c144efd4511f58334577239d96352bcbe460e69c.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By shoff535

Guys, thanks for all of the comments and...

Guys,

thanks for all of the comments and suggestions. I think that one of the things that I've concluded (because I sold my old Tempo and it was my old "trainer" bike), the quality of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-19, 03:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,342
Posted By shoff535

Anyone use their C&V on a trainer? & what to do about surface rust?

Curious is anyone is mounting and using their bike(s) on a trainer? I had my Mercian on a smart trainer for a while and apparently I wasn't too good at wiping the sweat off afterwards and now have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-19, 01:43 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 43,540
Posted By shoff535

James, Thanks very much for posting the...

James,

Thanks very much for posting the additional info.. much appreciated!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-19, 08:53 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 43,540
Posted By shoff535

James, these two images are great! Especially...

James,
these two images are great! Especially being documentation is hard to come by. Do you have any others, and is there any chance you can save (post) them as pdfs....:)

Thanks,
Steve
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-19, 08:50 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 43,540
Posted By shoff535

Not all the blue on top came from Della Santa. I...

Not all the blue on top came from Della Santa. I have a Billato from TSDI with the same color scheme. I talked to Jim (forgot his last name) in California a year or so ago, sent him some pics and he...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-19, 04:35 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,163
Posted By shoff535

The combination of the logo and the lug work says...

The combination of the logo and the lug work says it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-19, 12:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,011
Posted By shoff535

Looks fantastic!! Nicely done. If you'd let me...

Looks fantastic!! Nicely done. If you'd let me know I could have set you up with a set of magnesium TIME pedals .. oh well, guess I'll keep them on the CIOCC :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-19, 06:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,579
Posted By shoff535

I wouldn’t be offended if swapped out the crank...

I wouldn’t be offended if swapped out the crank for something else (provided it was Italian) :). But that’s just me,

Here’s a pic of mine, completely stock (except tires & cables, pedals which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,453
Posted By shoff535

Just saw this.. sounds like it would have been a...

Just saw this.. sounds like it would have been a good ride and turnout. How was the turnout? which route did you go?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-19, 08:14 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 26,071
Posted By shoff535

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

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/84fc0ea4_fab4_427a_ac83_82eccba4f803_6dab1e0f38a4901ee444525bdbdb0fc5e9e98217.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 06:14 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,583
Posted By shoff535

I like it! I just use (used) dikes... but they’re...

I like it! I just use (used) dikes... but they’re never sharp enough.. definitely going to have to try the dremel
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-16-19, 10:10 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,583
Posted By shoff535

Technically, you are correct. The convention that...

Technically, you are correct. The convention that I've followed is that even though the cable anchor bolt is also a pivot point, it's not counted because it is "dual purpose"; additionally, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-19, 01:03 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 19,583
Posted By shoff535

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/908x1210/delta_mechanism_s_2fa30bb95db5f128eb5c52b7ca4e2796020fbde7.jpg

Inside of the 3rd gen. You can see how if the bottom anchor bolt moves...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-06-19, 09:01 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,138,758
Posted By shoff535

Falcon Europa

This might be of interest to someone

https://dallas.craigslist.org/mdf/bik/d/bedford-falcon-europa-english-road-bike/6917897945.html
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