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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-23, 01:13 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,142
Posted By Paramount1973

Only one of my bikes had a cup/cone bottom...

Only one of my bikes had a cup/cone bottom bracket in good condition. It was a former police bike that had been well maintained. The rest had pitting and/or scoring in the cones so out they went.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,142
Posted By Paramount1973

First thing I do with a newly acquired bike is...

First thing I do with a newly acquired bike is yank out the old cup/cone bottom bracket and install a modern sealed bearing unit. I don’t install bottom brackets with a plastic cup.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-23, 03:30 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,241
Posted By Paramount1973

When I took bike mechanic training at UBI, every...

When I took bike mechanic training at UBI, every work station was equipped with Felco C7 cable cutters which we used to cut cables and also shift housing. For brake housing we used 8” Klein...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-21, 03:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,403
Posted By Paramount1973

My first bike repair stand from 2012, made to be...

My first bike repair stand from 2012, made to be installed in the end vise of my woodworking bench. I built up a bunch of bikes on it before getting a Park PCS-10.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-20, 04:19 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,718,746
Posted By Paramount1973

My gravel bike. Early 1990s Giant Iguana frame,...

My gravel bike. Early 1990s Giant Iguana frame, Deda Elementi drop bars, Cane Creek v-lever compatible road levers, Tektro 741 v-brake cross levers (sadly, out of production), Shimano v-brakes, 3x8...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 10:37 PM
Replies: 353
Views: 46,668
Posted By Paramount1973

The brass backed dovetail saw is a Pete Taran...

The brass backed dovetail saw is a Pete Taran Independence Tools saw made before he sold the business to Lie Nielsen. It is #187 out of several hundred saws that he manufactured. In truth I favor an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 02:30 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,082
Posted By Paramount1973

The frame has a surprising chainstay length of...

The frame has a surprising chainstay length of 460mm. The ride is smooth and comfortable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 12,974
Posted By Paramount1973

I care about frame tubing quality and tire width...

I care about frame tubing quality and tire width capability, wider is better.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,082
Posted By Paramount1973

What do you do when you have a black, made in...

What do you do when you have a black, made in Japan Bianchi Sport SS frame? You build it out however you like. Velo Orange wheelset and Polyvalent triple crankset from their Annapolis garage sale,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 12:04 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,644
Posted By Paramount1973

“Thank God he used grease on all of the threads.”

“Thank God he used grease on all of the threads.”
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-27-20, 11:47 AM
Replies: 353
Views: 46,668
Posted By Paramount1973

Tools. Shown is the lid to my toolchest. ...

Tools. Shown is the lid to my toolchest.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-20, 11:26 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 22,820
Posted By Paramount1973

I set this 700c Novara X-R hybrid up for...

I set this 700c Novara X-R hybrid up for commuting, the commute had stretches of gravel, rough roads, pavement, MUP, and steep hills. I rode it as the main commuter bike the last two years I worked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-20, 10:18 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 22,820
Posted By Paramount1973

This bike takes chunky gravel pretty well and is...

This bike takes chunky gravel pretty well and is about to get upgraded to Maxxis 2.15 DTH tires. Then it will do even better. As shown, it has 42mm Panaracer Tservs and I commuted on them for several...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-20, 09:06 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,525
Posted By Paramount1973

I seem to have standardized on 8-speed bar end...

I seem to have standardized on 8-speed bar end indexed shifting with triple cranksets. I’ve got a stash of 8 speed Shimano bar ends and several NOS and lightly used triple cranksets that will last me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 48,693
Posted By Paramount1973

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x818/454f6bc0_fc76_410e_9a82_c5033e640721_bc884bcb2c7d46d1334584f630febcdce76d350a.jpeg

Looks like it’s the same frame as my World Sport....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-19, 10:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,435
Posted By Paramount1973

Yup, I bought a used and very grungy Park TS-2.2...

Yup, I bought a used and very grungy Park TS-2.2 chrome model from a local LBS for $100 and paid the QBP price for the Park rebuild kit, about $22. I cleaned the stand up and the rebuild kit brought...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-19, 03:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 21,929
Posted By Paramount1973

I bought a very grungy Park TS 2.2 chrome model...

I bought a very grungy Park TS 2.2 chrome model from a LBS for $100 and got the QBP price for a Park rebuild ki, about $22. The stand cleaned up well and the kit rebuilt it to like-new functioning. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-19, 06:33 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,790
Posted By Paramount1973

Haven’t seen the Fuji Sagres mixte mentioned. It...

Haven’t seen the Fuji Sagres mixte mentioned. It had triple butted Valite tubing, I have a 1985 model sitting in my basement, waiting until I can get to fixing it up. Nice bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-19, 12:30 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 7,203
Posted By Paramount1973

For several years, my buddy and I were two of the...

For several years, my buddy and I were two of the three cycle commuters on a site of about a thousand workers. He got laid off and found a job working from home. I got laid off with a pretty good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-18, 10:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,846
Posted By Paramount1973

Pardon my ignorance but could one use a 73mm...

Pardon my ignorance but could one use a 73mm square taper mountain bike cartridge? The non-drive side cup would theoretically protrude 2mm which would not appear to be a big deal.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-18, 09:00 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 24,296
Posted By Paramount1973

I need a variety of hand positions and don’t ride...

I need a variety of hand positions and don’t ride flat bars except for short distances. My lower back is happier if my riding position isn’t completely upright. My bikes have short reach/short drop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-18, 12:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 16,371
Posted By Paramount1973

I don't think this is correct. The forks I have...

I don't think this is correct. The forks I have obviously have cut threads, the OD is just slightly less than the unthreaded portion of the steer tube. Rolled threads have an OD slightly greater than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-18, 11:25 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 15,464
Posted By Paramount1973

Ben's doesn't carry them any more. Otherwise, the...

Ben's doesn't carry them any more. Otherwise, the cheapest price I could find was Universal Cycles at $50.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-18, 02:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,365
Posted By Paramount1973

The High Plains is certainly a candidate. I...

The High Plains is certainly a candidate. I painted the lugs on this one

https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8124/8658267783_9361bec068_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/ec6Tn2)P4170257...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-17, 03:29 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 16,819
Posted By Paramount1973

Modern suspension forks make a huge difference on...

Modern suspension forks make a huge difference on rocky, rooty, rutted trails, no two ways about it. A fully rigid mountain bike from the 80s will beat your wrists and hands up in such circumstances.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-17, 10:25 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 18,657
Posted By Paramount1973

All that plus quill stems (I use threadless...

All that plus quill stems (I use threadless adapters), classic style brake pad shoes get tossed in favor of modern style with replaceable inserts (much easier to toe-in), single pivot sidepulls get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-17, 11:17 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 12,079
Posted By Paramount1973

The tool I have paid extra for is the DAG-2...

The tool I have paid extra for is the DAG-2 derailleur hanger alignment tool. I bought my big machinist vice at a flea market for $20. All of my adjustable wrenches are quality USA made tools from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-17, 09:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,376
Posted By Paramount1973

I like Wellgo M138 pedals which I buy from Ebay...

I like Wellgo M138 pedals which I buy from Ebay from Taiwan vendors. The M138s are very similar to the VO touring pedals but without the accursed sandblasted finish. The VO pedals will scar my shins...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-17, 07:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,151
Posted By Paramount1973

I had Soma New Xpress 28mm tires on my Trek 660...

I had Soma New Xpress 28mm tires on my Trek 660 but took them off. They have a robust flat resistant lining that goes from bead to bead and it makes the sidewalls stiffer than the Paselas I have or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-17, 09:32 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 29,382
Posted By Paramount1973

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4462/36805684763_8b...

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4462/36805684763_8bd1751feb_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Y5oKMM)New pathway in the White Clay Creek preserve (https://flic.kr/p/Y5oKMM) by galoot_loves_tools...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-17, 07:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 7,413
Posted By Paramount1973

I found mine at a flea market. I usually replace...

I found mine at a flea market. I usually replace 15mm socket head bolts with 14mm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-17, 06:07 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 61,967
Posted By Paramount1973

That is a great looking bike.

That is a great looking bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-17, 07:11 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 22,222
Posted By Paramount1973

A 531 Trek like the late '80s 660 or a Japanese...

A 531 Trek like the late '80s 660 or a Japanese Bianchi with double-butted Ishiwata tubing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-17, 07:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,028
Posted By Paramount1973

I've seen a boat-load of Trek Multitracks come...

I've seen a boat-load of Trek Multitracks come through our community bike shop and at the local flea market but I've yet to see one with a chrome fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-17, 08:50 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,533
Posted By Paramount1973

Zefal pump

Zefal pump
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-17, 04:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,480
Posted By Paramount1973

LED lights and a Velo 5 or Velo 8 wired bike...

LED lights and a Velo 5 or Velo 8 wired bike computer. And my iPhone in a pocket.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-17, 12:41 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,498
Posted By Paramount1973

Six are ridable, four are in various stages of...

Six are ridable, four are in various stages of completion. My front suspension mountain bike, my Trek 660, and my Novara X-R commuter are getting the most use.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-17, 08:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,292
Posted By Paramount1973

Do you use the original Quick-Glo or the finer...

Do you use the original Quick-Glo or the finer grit version?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-17, 10:33 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,438
Posted By Paramount1973

I have several VO threadless adapters on bikes....

I have several VO threadless adapters on bikes. They are excellent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-17, 03:16 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,198
Posted By Paramount1973

*Imagines SWMBO finding a detailed spreadsheet of...

*Imagines SWMBO finding a detailed spreadsheet of bike related spending*shudders* Ah..no. No detailed records.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-17, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,846
Posted By Paramount1973

Shimano makes a step-down ferrule that might...

Shimano makes a step-down ferrule that might work.
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=62560&category=1613
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-17, 09:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,716
Posted By Paramount1973

Fascinating article, thanks for posting!

Fascinating article, thanks for posting!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-17, 09:50 AM
Replies: 153
Views: 28,627
Posted By Paramount1973

Usually this one. I use an Axiom Hunter grocery...

Usually this one. I use an Axiom Hunter grocery bag pannier to which I had to attach a velcro strap at the top to cinch the top of the bag closed. Sadly, the Civia Cafe racks are out of production....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-17, 03:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 23,025
Posted By Paramount1973

Since I took that picture, I swapped out the 48t...

Since I took that picture, I swapped out the 48t chainring for a pinned, ramped 46t, the crankset is now 46-36-24 with an 8-speed 11-32 cassette. It does fine on the road, it now has a rear rack and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-17, 01:32 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 23,025
Posted By Paramount1973

Trek 930 in drop bar configuration. ...

Trek 930 in drop bar configuration.
https://c1.staticflickr.com/8/7176/13809142365_14d97bbc13_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/n3gsVt)P4120228 (https://flic.kr/p/n3gsVt) by galoot_loves_tools...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-17, 02:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 11,718
Posted By Paramount1973

Here is the Nitto version of the old GB...

Here is the Nitto version of the old GB Allrounder bars.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B007EZKNJM/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-17, 08:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,106
Posted By Paramount1973

I prefer steel granny rings on my commuter and...

I prefer steel granny rings on my commuter and mountain bikes, they last longer than aluminum. Rivendell sells the Sugino steel 24t chainring in 74 bcd, for not a bad price. The alloy version is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-03-17, 09:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 53,510
Posted By Paramount1973

Based on what you describe as your commute, a...

Based on what you describe as your commute, a front suspension will take a lot of the sting out of the bumps you are traveling over. You don't appear to need knobby tires, 35-38mm tires with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-17, 10:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,332
Posted By Paramount1973

Did a 20 mile ride in the C&D Canal Trail...

Did a 20 mile ride in the C&D Canal Trail yesterday. We set a record of 71F, 25F above normal. It's supposed to be even warmer on Thursday.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-17, 09:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,287
Posted By Paramount1973

Kinda looks like something I would build. I have...

Kinda looks like something I would build. I have aero levers, indexed 7-speed Shimano bar end shifters, and that Deore M591 rear derailleur on my 1973 Paramount.
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