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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-31-20, 01:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,351
Posted By CroManganMan

Hi Rudy, I sent you a PM about some scraps for...

Hi Rudy,
I sent you a PM about some scraps for my vise jaws and to make washers with. Thank you for your generosity!

Jon
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-20, 03:01 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

That looks like it should fit you well then! I...

That looks like it should fit you well then! I say outfit it however you want. I've never priced vintage Campy but I bet it's not cheap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

I hope you guys get these! If the frame is too...

I hope you guys get these! If the frame is too big, I'd be interested if it's 24”. It looks like 23".

Either way, please start a thread if you get them! We need better photos!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,886
Posted By CroManganMan

:thumb: And Serbian stamps too, if you're into...

:thumb: And Serbian stamps too, if you're into that sort of thing. Foreign stamps are always cool to me, kind of like tubing labels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-20, 01:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,144
Posted By CroManganMan

If you want to check out what were the original...

If you want to check out what were the original components, here's a link to the catalogs:
Trek, Fisher, Klein, Lemond bike catalogs, bicycle brochures...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-20, 08:50 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,611
Posted By CroManganMan

Greatest compliment ever! :lol: The knowledge...

Greatest compliment ever! :lol:
The knowledge and helpfulness of the people here is amazing. I sometimes feel bad that I get help here because I can't offer much help in return. The knowledge here...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

I certainly wouldn't strip a Raleigh Pro if it...

I certainly wouldn't strip a Raleigh Pro if it was decent, but that Fuji America looks like the rust might run deep. And being in a coastal town like Wilmington would only reinforce the possibility...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-20, 10:12 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

Is it wrong to want this bike just for the...

Is it wrong to want this bike just for the Cyclone components and bar ends? I'm curious about old Suntour on a custom steel frame. That's how I'd like to roll. Time to search the forum to see...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-20, 09:56 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

I'd knock off at least $50 unless they still have...

I'd knock off at least $50 unless they still have the Superbe Pro rear derailleur. And I'd make sure the hubs are still Superbe Pro. You never know what someone finds acceptable if they're willing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-20, 03:37 PM
Replies: 763
Views: 269,545
Posted By CroManganMan

I kinda figured that at that price and how much...

I kinda figured that at that price and how much people like Miyatas. Oh well. Thanks for the update curbtender !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-20, 12:49 PM
Replies: 763
Views: 269,545
Posted By CroManganMan

Richmond, VA facilitator wanted

Hey guys, anyone who could facilitate a Miyata Triplecross for me? I need a bike to ride for exercise (and mental health) and this would be perfect for all roads and dirt. It also has a short top...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-20, 12:36 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

Would anyone in Richmond be willing to facilitate...

Would anyone in Richmond be willing to facilitate this bike? I'd love it because it has a short top for its size and I'd use it as an all road bike and actually my only bike currently. I'm in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-20, 10:05 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

I messaged the seller today, but I was too late-...

I messaged the seller today, but I was too late- someone was already on their way. I saw the listing here too late! :bang:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

I really like this. Looks barely ridden. Looks...

I really like this. Looks barely ridden. Looks like a '77, which is my birth year too. I'm guessing it's a 24" frame? I need that for my 35” inseam but the top tube looks 24" too and that's too long....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-20, 03:48 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

I love that color! If I had a Peugeot that color...

I love that color! If I had a Peugeot that color I'd ride around singing this song from Olivia, the kids show:
"Look at me, I'm celery. Tall and green and crunchy."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-20, 03:31 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

Miyata 1000

Looks like a replacement rear derailleur and converted to barcons, but still $150! Charlotte area.

​​​​​​https://offerup.com/item/detail/866632796/
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-20, 07:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,782
Posted By CroManganMan

Good idea, Merziac! Thank you! I'll search online...

Good idea, Merziac! Thank you! I'll search online for someone specializing in fitting freaks like me because I'm my own yogi. Really I use an old book called "Power Yoga" by Beryl Bender Birch. Good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,782
Posted By CroManganMan

I'm 43, probably just under 5’10” these days and...

I'm 43, probably just under 5’10” these days and last time I wedged a book between my legs to measure my inseam, it was 35”! So yep, I have issues with fit because of my freak long legs. I've never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-20, 06:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By CroManganMan

I stole that photo from the internet just for a...

I stole that photo from the internet just for a good version of the logo since I love the pine tree in it. Thanks for the input on its shifting. The drivetrain is definitely mountain, but when I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-20, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By CroManganMan

Very nice! :thumb: I have a XCD group that I may...

Very nice! :thumb: I have a XCD group that I may use on a bike in the future. It will be a frankenbike since the rear cassette hub broke and I tried fixing it before I knew much. Like an ignoramus,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-20, 01:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,218
Posted By CroManganMan

I'm finding conflicting info online. A search...

I'm finding conflicting info online. A search here says diameter is 39mm: leonard.io/edd/ (https://leonard.io/edd/)

And in the Suntour document it says D dimension is 37mm. I'm guessing D...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-20, 10:08 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

:lol: Does it whistle while you ride? At least...

:lol: Does it whistle while you ride? At least until it's very quick failure?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-20, 04:42 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,869
Posted By CroManganMan

Hmm, Max bikes in the first two posts. I wonder...

Hmm, Max bikes in the first two posts. I wonder if that's why Columbus brought the tubes back. Steve Hampsten seems to like Max too for larger sized frames.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-20, 07:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,989
Posted By CroManganMan

That bike is gorgeous with a great build you put...

That bike is gorgeous with a great build you put on it! If you ever find out the code for the color, please let me know! It's a unique teal-like color I've never seen before. At least it looks like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

$200 for a 1985 Trek 720 seems really good. I'm...

$200 for a 1985 Trek 720 seems really good. I'm surprised Trek used 531c for a touring frame. Looks like even original racks.

I never find bikes like this around me. I think everyone sells them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-20, 06:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,194
Posted By CroManganMan

Don't forget that great looking crankset with the...

Don't forget that great looking crankset with the drillium! You did a great job with the build. Is it Tange Infinity tubing? Reading those catalogs made me think Bridgestone used Tange Infinity...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-20, 06:00 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,194
Posted By CroManganMan

Looking really nice and that's a really good...

Looking really nice and that's a really good weight- the catalog (https://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/1994/pages/47.htm) listed over 25 lbs for the smaller 56cm size AND without a rack and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-19, 06:04 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

1984 Centurion Pro Tour 15 for $300...

1984 Centurion Pro Tour 15 for $300 (https://greensboro.craigslist.org/bik/d/burlington-centurion-pro-tour-15/7025264780.html). Looks barely ridden and all original. Looks to be a 24" frame.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-19, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,373
Posted By CroManganMan

It could have been Zar International that...

It could have been Zar International that imported Fir rather than Red Rose Imports. Zar still lists De Bernardi as a brand.

Zar International (http://zarbikes.com/pages/brands.html)

Emails to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-19, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,373
Posted By CroManganMan

I did not know FiR made components, but I have a...

I did not know FiR made components, but I have a set of FiR Zenith clincher rims that are very nice. From around 2000-2001. They were sold to me as comparable to Mavic Open Pro rims but nicer. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,698
Posted By CroManganMan

I thought you'd pick 1988 - when Surfer Rosa came...

I thought you'd pick 1988 - when Surfer Rosa came out! Come On Pilgrim!

I'd pick '88 anyway for Lemond/Fignon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-19, 09:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,732
Posted By CroManganMan

That is a great deal at $125 for a full Reynolds...

That is a great deal at $125 for a full Reynolds 531c frame and fork and Superbe components! Missing the rear derailleur may not be a bad thing according to the opinion of disraeligears.co.uk...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-19, 03:16 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 23,127
Posted By CroManganMan

Ask him if it's a Windows or Linux bike. If...

Ask him if it's a Windows or Linux bike. If Linux then 16 means "Device or resource busy". Probably his motor saying, "Not right now, I'm busy. Go pedal yourself."
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-28-19, 07:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,203
Posted By CroManganMan

No worries on the trigger shifters. I was just...

No worries on the trigger shifters. I was just throwing it out there in case you were interested. Sounds like you have some options on the barends. Happy riding!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-27-19, 11:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,203
Posted By CroManganMan

It is not the barend shifters, but I have the...

It is not the barend shifters, but I have the X-press trigger shifters from a SunTour XCD mountain group in 7 speed. Here is a document showing what they look like. Note it is the under the bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-19, 02:16 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 37,948
Posted By CroManganMan

Actually won 2 tours with shot in his body.

Actually won 2 tours with shot in his body.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-22-19, 12:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,041
Posted By CroManganMan

Probably not a repaint. At some point in the...

Probably not a repaint. At some point in the late 80s or around 1990, Basso switched to the two colors on the Gap and other frames. Here is the Gap from the 1992 catalog with the same paint style...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-19, 09:04 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,140,957
Posted By CroManganMan

$100? That's a heck of a deal for a higher end...

$100? That's a heck of a deal for a higher end Miyata with Shimano 600, if it's in good shape. Looks like a 60cm so my size too. These are never close to home. :(

Here's the 1987 Miyata catalog...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-19, 01:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,537
Posted By CroManganMan

Where are you finding Sapim Race spokes for 50...

Where are you finding Sapim Race spokes for 50 cents a piece?!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-19, 10:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,817
Posted By CroManganMan

Aah, I didn't even notice the fastback in the...

Aah, I didn't even notice the fastback in the photo on the catalog. I'm such an amateur at this!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-19, 10:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,817
Posted By CroManganMan

It looks like a 1987 560 Pro Series but missing...

It looks like a 1987 560 Pro Series but missing the "Pro Series" decal on the top tube and components have been swapped out: http://vintage-trek.com/images/trek/87TrekCatalog.pdf

Sometimes you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-19, 09:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,537
Posted By CroManganMan

Well, I jumped the gun and posted without seeing...

Well, I jumped the gun and posted without seeing the text below the photos.

That is a ridiculous deal on a set of wheels. But it appears to be much cheaper to ship east of the Mississippi.

You...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-19, 09:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,537
Posted By CroManganMan

Did they steal the website photos from Niagara...

Did they steal the website photos from Niagara Cycles or is that what became of Niagara Cycles? Niagara Cycles would have some really good deals at times that made me wonder how they made...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-19, 07:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,012
Posted By CroManganMan

My grandparents were from the same province in...

My grandparents were from the same province in Italy as Francesco Moser so I support anything Moser. Moser panto'd chainrings would be really cool to see if you have photos.

I hope you're doing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-19, 01:48 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 17,549
Posted By CroManganMan

I just noticed the questions on Columbus Max were...

I just noticed the questions on Columbus Max were from January, but since I put together these links about Max I thought I'd share them. Max was originally designed for lugs and the lugs added a lot...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-26-19, 12:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 825
Posted By CroManganMan

Ugh! I’ve been looking for a used one in that...

Ugh! I’ve been looking for a used one in that length. They go fast because they’re useful!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-19, 12:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,012
Posted By CroManganMan

If the brake bridge has the same stylized M logo...

If the brake bridge has the same stylized M logo as the fork, then it would most likely be a Moser, but why would someone take the time to airbrush it like a Colnago? It's not like a Moser wasn't a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-19, 09:25 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 21,924
Posted By CroManganMan

This! I never quite understood a dishing gauge...

This! I never quite understood a dishing gauge when you could just flip the wheel in the stand. But never having built a set of wheels I thought there's got to be something I'm missing. Plus I'm...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-22-19, 09:39 AM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 130,606
Posted By CroManganMan

Great deal and great transaction with @deux...

Great deal and great transaction with @deux jambes (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/deux-jambes-486602.html) on a set of Mafac Racer brakes. He ships out super fast!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 37,724
Posted By CroManganMan

Agreed. Well said.

Agreed. Well said.
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