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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-18, 10:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,216
Posted By denny1969

I like the progress. It looks like your '84 is...

I like the progress. It looks like your '84 is being built up similarly to my '85. Here's the link to it. https://www.bikeforums.net/19604713-post660.html

Keep the pictures rolling in.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-18, 11:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 815
Posted By denny1969

I put a Tange Levin CDS with a 26.4 mm crown race...

I put a Tange Levin CDS with a 26.4 mm crown race on my '85 Tempo.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-18, 09:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,345
Posted By denny1969

I have nothing to add about the tech going into...

I have nothing to add about the tech going into the bike. I am looking forward to images of your finished product.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-18, 10:42 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,355
Posted By denny1969

I prefer the method of cold setting that RJ the...

I prefer the method of cold setting that RJ the Bike Guy uses. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YdibmxBuMy0

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-17, 06:49 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 14,343
Posted By denny1969

It did not matter which tire was used with this...

It did not matter which tire was used with this rim. Every mounting job was a pain.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-17, 11:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,124
Posted By denny1969

I built up a 2.8 that had the carbon fork. It...

I built up a 2.8 that had the carbon fork. It was equipped with a Shimano 105sc gruppo. It was stiff, but not harsh, and it cornered well. I sold it because I needed money. I wish that I still...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-17, 11:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,518
Posted By denny1969

Nice bike. I own a mid-80s Schwinn, too. ...

Nice bike. I own a mid-80s Schwinn, too.

I'm with others in getting your bike tuned up with all the consumables being replaced.

If you gotta have colored wheels:
1. You will need to change...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-17, 09:24 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 329,504
Posted By denny1969

Nice build!!! I am thinking of building a...

Nice build!!! I am thinking of building a gravel/cross bike for my winter project. What size tires did you end up using?

Thanks much.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-17, 08:33 PM
Replies: 21,711
Views: 3,063,744
Posted By denny1969

Last Saturday, I rode in the Foxy's Fall Century...

Last Saturday, I rode in the Foxy's Fall Century out of Davis, California. My Schwinn Tempo was my steed for the 100 km ride. Here's an image from a Putah Creek Road section in Solano County.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-17, 09:42 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,247
Posted By denny1969

I put this Shimano XT super long cage derailleur...

I put this Shimano XT super long cage derailleur on my '85 Schwinn Tempo resto-mod. I am running compact gearing with it (11-32 rear, 50-34 front) to get a very wide spread. However I am using a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-17, 12:17 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 12,963
Posted By denny1969

This could solve the problem. Smartwool Run PHD...

This could solve the problem. Smartwool Run PHD Mini

http://i67.tinypic.com/10crmgk.jpg

Wool? Check.
Above the ankle, but not a calf sock? Check.
White? Check.
Ribbed? Not huge ribs,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-29-17, 08:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,898
Posted By denny1969

If you need some motivation, go to the 1980s...

If you need some motivation, go to the 1980s Schwinn thread.

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/706849-show-off-your-late-1980-s-schwinn-road-bike-here.html

I got some motivation from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-17, 10:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,898
Posted By denny1969

Without seeing your bike, it can be difficult to...

Without seeing your bike, it can be difficult to make recommendations.

There could be a chance that the bike may just need an overhaul. There are items that are called "consumables" that most...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-17, 08:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 14,381
Posted By denny1969

I'm running a set of Shimano 600 friction...

I'm running a set of Shimano 600 friction shifters on my 2x10 drivetrain (XT RD, 105 FD). Fine tuning the trim on a bumpy road can be a challenge. Other than that, it works fine.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-17, 08:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 15,184
Posted By denny1969

Did you use the stock front derailleur, or did...

Did you use the stock front derailleur, or did you replace it with a road bike FD?

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-17, 08:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,875
Posted By denny1969

While you are at it, get yourself a good repair...

While you are at it, get yourself a good repair stand. It will make all the difference in the world. I own a Feedback Sports Sport-Mechanic Work Stand for my home use. You can find other good ones...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-17, 02:46 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 18,334
Posted By denny1969

Go to a ski shop that has experience in ski...

Go to a ski shop that has experience in ski bootfitting. You may have some luck with a Bontex boot shim. It goes between the midsole and the insole. It comes in two widths 1/16" and 1/8". It is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-17, 08:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 24,036
Posted By denny1969

Nice find!!! It looks like that you have the...

Nice find!!!

It looks like that you have the 1055 7 speed groupset. If you choose to change your bottom bracket to a cartridge type, the dimensions are 68x113.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-17, 05:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,047
Posted By denny1969

That is a very nice find. Go ride the snot out...

That is a very nice find. Go ride the snot out of it.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-17, 05:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,382
Posted By denny1969

The most important thing is whether the bike fits...

The most important thing is whether the bike fits you. If it doesn't fit, don't waste your time on it.

The bike will still need some sort of tune-up. With the bike in "mint-ish" condition, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-17, 08:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,033
Posted By denny1969

The Shimano FD-5700 is also available in a clamp...

The Shimano FD-5700 is also available in a clamp on model that uses a rubber spacer to make it compatible with a 28.6 mm tubeset. I have the unit on my 1985 Schwinn Tempo.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-17, 11:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,190
Posted By denny1969

I'm riding my 1985 Schwinn Tempo with dual pivot...

I'm riding my 1985 Schwinn Tempo with dual pivot Tektros. They look and work great.

I would keep your single pivots to sell with the bike if the buyer prefers to keep it period correct.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-17, 11:31 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,200
Posted By denny1969

I saw an '85 Schwinn Tempo in the size range that...

I saw an '85 Schwinn Tempo in the size range that you are looking for in the LA Craigslist for $75. I own a resto-mod built with this frameset, and it rides rather smoothly. I know that there is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-17, 12:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,331
Posted By denny1969

Replace all the consumables - cables, housings,...

Replace all the consumables - cables, housings, brake pads, tubes (as mentioned), bar tape - in addition to the cleaning and lubing.

Enjoy the new to you ride.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-17, 10:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,264
Posted By denny1969

It looks like that you have a 1986 model. I...

It looks like that you have a 1986 model. I checked out the specs from a digital Schwinn catalog scan. The bike originally came with 27" wheels and had a 12 speed drive train. Here are some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-17, 08:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,543
Posted By denny1969

Worst case scenario. You could always replace...

Worst case scenario. You could always replace the whole crankset. SR/Sakae or Sugino cranksets can be found rather inexpensively.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-17, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,165
Posted By denny1969

According to the 1990 Trek specs for the 1200, it...

According to the 1990 Trek specs for the 1200, it uses a Shimano RX100 double (FC-A550). The correct bottom bracket dimension is 68x113 mm.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-17, 06:44 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 329,504
Posted By denny1969

I don't know if this will help. I'm running 39...

I don't know if this will help. I'm running 39 to 49 mm reach dual pivots on my 85 Tempo.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-17, 12:16 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,234
Posted By denny1969

:thumb: This is the route that I'd go. ...

:thumb:

This is the route that I'd go.

Sugino 110 mm chainrings can be found rather inexpensively.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-17, 09:43 PM
Replies: 21,711
Views: 3,063,744
Posted By denny1969

It was a fun ride. It was the very first day of...

It was a fun ride. It was the very first day of the heat starting to ramp up, so we dodged the bullet on the 109 degree killer temperatures.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-17, 09:46 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 329,504
Posted By denny1969

I love what you did with that Tempo. It's...

I love what you did with that Tempo. It's beautiful. Just a couple of questions about the 650b conversion.

What brakeset did you use to get the reach?

What are the tire dimensions that you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-17, 11:14 PM
Replies: 21,711
Views: 3,063,744
Posted By denny1969

Actually the ride was not tough except for the...

Actually the ride was not tough except for the crosswinds on the way back. For the most part, the routes were flat.

The "MYM" name is in reference to sponsors of the event. Paul Manufacturing,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-17, 11:36 PM
Replies: 21,711
Views: 3,063,744
Posted By denny1969

I rode a charity ride today. The Meet Your Maker...

I rode a charity ride today. The Meet Your Maker Tour came to West Sacramento, California, and traveled through the northern part of the California Delta. I rode the 47 mile loop. It included around...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-17, 11:04 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 329,504
Posted By denny1969

I like your bike. I, too, am a Tempo owner. ...

I like your bike. I, too, am a Tempo owner. Mine is posted up in Post #660 of this thread.

You can find the C&V want ads at the top of this forum at "Classic and Vintage Sales."

Or you could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-17, 04:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,696
Posted By denny1969

Great comment. You can find "take off" Mavic...

Great comment.

You can find "take off" Mavic Open Sport/Pro wheelsets that have some level of Shimano hubsets up to Ultegra that are usually inexpensive (less than $100). The rims have profiles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-17, 01:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,678
Posted By denny1969

You may have an issue with the bottom bracket if...

You may have an issue with the bottom bracket if the Motobecane uses French threads. If I recall correctly Velo Orange sells French threaded bottom brackets in a variety of spindle sizes.

You...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-17, 12:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,072
Posted By denny1969

RCCARDR covered the brake lever descriptions very...

RCCARDR covered the brake lever descriptions very well.

As for the FD, I'd go newer just because the pivots should be tighter from less wear and tear. I have never tried an older generation FD on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-17, 12:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,072
Posted By denny1969

You can still use a 7800/7900 front derailleur. ...

You can still use a 7800/7900 front derailleur. Buy the braze on model, and use a clamp on adapter. Shimano plus a few aftermarket brands make them.

The 7400 brake levers will work fine with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-17, 09:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,893
Posted By denny1969

There's hope for the future. :) Find...

There's hope for the future. :)

Find yourself a Schwinn, Centurion, Nishiki, Univega, or any other late '80s Japanese made road bike. They could be found usually inexpensive. Parts are fairly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-17, 12:42 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 329,504
Posted By denny1969

Here's my '85 Tempo that I posted in another...

Here's my '85 Tempo that I posted in another thread. I have ridden approximately 100 miles on it.

http://i64.tinypic.com/2qalt3a.jpg

Originally I was going to build it up with parts from that...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-17, 11:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 964
Posted By denny1969

I did a 20ish mile solo ride on the American...

I did a 20ish mile solo ride on the American River Bike Trail in Sacramento County, California, today on my recently built 1985 Schwinn Tempo resto-mod.

http://i63.tinypic.com/2qnyznk.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-17, 09:31 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,976
Posted By denny1969

Congratulations!!! That bike looks beautiful. ...

Congratulations!!! That bike looks beautiful.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-17, 09:32 PM
Replies: 3,017
Views: 872,573
Posted By denny1969

Before: http://i63.tinypic.com/15qx53a.jpg ...

Before:
http://i63.tinypic.com/15qx53a.jpg

After:
http://i68.tinypic.com/24l36o5.jpg

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-17, 01:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 11,376
Posted By denny1969

My father had one of these. Nice find. ...

My father had one of these. Nice find.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-17, 06:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,438
Posted By denny1969

That's how I got the frameset. The top tube and...

That's how I got the frameset. The top tube and seat tube decals were removed. The head tube badge faded. I like the low key look, too.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-17, 04:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,438
Posted By denny1969

Just got off work. I had my bike guy fit me. ...

Just got off work. I had my bike guy fit me. Here's how it looks now.

http://i66.tinypic.com/1zjdd5.jpg

The wind is blowing pretty good now, so I'll do a shakedown ride in my neighborhood...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-17, 10:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,438
Posted By denny1969

The build is done! I will post more pictures...

The build is done! I will post more pictures after some fitting and its shakedown ride.

Here's a teaser.

http://i66.tinypic.com/2qst7ys.jpg

I deviated from my plan on keeping the bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-17, 09:07 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 18,819
Posted By denny1969

I like this suggestion. Regardless of the...

I like this suggestion.

Regardless of the direction that you choose to go, I can't wait to see the finished product.

Dennis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-17, 11:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,750
Posted By denny1969

Here's a thought on your mismatched wheels. Keep...

Here's a thought on your mismatched wheels. Keep them for future projects to make rolling mock builds. That way you could get started on a build without having to commit to a wheelset until you are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-17, 04:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,145
Posted By denny1969

Very nice. I cannot wait to see the bike when...

Very nice. I cannot wait to see the bike when it's all clean and lubed.

I find Simple Green to be one of the most versatile cleaners.

Dennis
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