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10-31-19, 01:46 PM
Replies: 1,385
Views: 138,682
Posted By RamAlaRag

BOC will be off tomorrow to the next in line,...

BOC will be off tomorrow to the next in line, sorry for the delay!
10-27-19, 07:32 PM
Replies: 1,385
Views: 138,682
Posted By RamAlaRag

The eagle has landed - I'll try to get to it ASAP...

The eagle has landed - I'll try to get to it ASAP and ship it off.
10-10-19, 07:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,020
Posted By RamAlaRag

I recently was considering one of these in...

I recently was considering one of these in Portland... Seller wanted $450 and was around an 18" frame. Very glad I didn't get it at that price, but I really like them. Funky frame and almost never...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-26-19, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,789
Posted By RamAlaRag

This is likely the most realistic option. I have...

This is likely the most realistic option. I have welded with TIG, off and on for a few years. I usually weld stick or MIG though, for the projects and work I've done.

Self teaching would be...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-26-19, 10:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,789
Posted By RamAlaRag

That is the reason that makes the most sense to...

That is the reason that makes the most sense to me, like any small one/two person artisan trade, time is money, as are resources. I appreciate this. Thanks.



That would be a cool way to go,...
09-26-19, 08:48 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

Nice... I love it. Ever since I got my...

Nice... I love it. Ever since I got my TerraRunner I've really been into older MTBs.
09-26-19, 01:03 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

That is very cool!

That is very cool!
Forum: Framebuilders
09-26-19, 12:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,789
Posted By RamAlaRag

Do Apprenticeships Still Exist?

I'm sure this has been said before, but my search turned up random posts mentioning apprenticeships.

Do framebuilder apprenticeships still exist?

Perhaps I am at the mercy of luck, and I am...
09-20-19, 11:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,787
Posted By RamAlaRag

Thank you so much since6. It was an absolute...

Thank you so much since6. It was an absolute pleasure meeting you today and I look forward to the long relationship with the Opus and the restoration process.

Cheers.
09-20-19, 11:02 PM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 130,135
Posted By RamAlaRag

A massive thank you to the endless kindness of...

A massive thank you to the endless kindness of since6

He very kindly passed on his Fuji Opus III to me today. What a great guy, full of info and evident passion. Very happy to have made that...
09-18-19, 01:13 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,787
Posted By RamAlaRag

since6 I PM'd you, but forgot to add another...

since6

I PM'd you, but forgot to add another part to the message so PM'd again. Sorry!
09-16-19, 10:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

I've always been interested in these. And ah, my...

I've always been interested in these. And ah, my size. Can anyone facilitate? Beautiful color.
09-15-19, 10:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 23,172
Posted By RamAlaRag

Olympia, WA. From an email with a powder...

Olympia, WA.

From an email with a powder coat shop that frequently does bikes:

"Without knowing the color or if were doing a clear or even what clear if we do it's hard to say. The cost can...
09-14-19, 10:17 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

Gotta be the whole bike! That would be fun. If it...

Gotta be the whole bike! That would be fun. If it was close I'd get it just to clean it up. $40 is nothing.
09-14-19, 05:43 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

That Liberia looks bigger than 21"?

That Liberia looks bigger than 21"?
09-11-19, 11:59 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,561
Posted By RamAlaRag

There's a reason why that's unique and one of a...

There's a reason why that's unique and one of a kind....
09-11-19, 08:33 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,561
Posted By RamAlaRag

Me three! Haha, I emailed this guy too. Was...

Me three!

Haha, I emailed this guy too. Was thinking about shipping it. But yep, not my size at 23". Weird way of talking about shipping too. Kept referring to his "competitors".
09-11-19, 11:27 AM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,459
Posted By RamAlaRag

Blue, 48.x cm/19" ...

Blue, 48.x cm/19"
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Trek-520-vintage-touring-1983-road-bike-19in-Frame-29in-Standover/143236611458?hash=item2159913d82:g:zREAAOSw-RFcb54c

Just came up on my routine search....
09-10-19, 11:34 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,760
Posted By RamAlaRag

I definitely plan on making this next year.......

I definitely plan on making this next year.... Would be a blast!
09-10-19, 09:52 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 7,756
Posted By RamAlaRag

This would be fun! Unfortunately I'm moving back...

This would be fun! Unfortunately I'm moving back to Olympia so will be tied up for most of September.
09-09-19, 12:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

Updated, thanks :)

Updated, thanks :)
Forum: Want To Buy
09-08-19, 02:12 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,004
Posted By RamAlaRag

WTB Crazy Bars

Looking for VO Crazy Bars, shoot me a PM if you have one! Thanks.
09-08-19, 02:02 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

​​​​​​ Mmmm.... Just a tad large

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Mmmm.... Just a tad large
09-07-19, 07:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,416
Posted By RamAlaRag

Well. Rad. Haha.

Well. Rad. Haha.
09-07-19, 07:43 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

$1500 Lot of Bikes & Parts

https://spokane.craigslist.org/bik/d/coeur-alene-bicycle-lot-huge-high-end/6970735952.html

Not sure where they are getting the value.....
09-07-19, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,416
Posted By RamAlaRag

So how can we tell if this is first or second gen?

So how can we tell if this is first or second gen?
09-07-19, 03:48 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,561
Posted By RamAlaRag

Gorgeous shoes... But damn! Pricey. Lucky you...

Gorgeous shoes... But damn! Pricey. Lucky you ehh? 😉
09-06-19, 02:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

I appreciate that. I'll give it some thought. In...

I appreciate that. I'll give it some thought. In the end it would be best to sell it, but maybe I can figure something out.
09-06-19, 01:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

So it appears I overpaid for this...

So it appears I overpaid for this $1200+shipping/tax..... So, I'll leave it up here for a few days to see if anyone wants it and just take it down... Sorry everyone! It was my first Merckx and I...
09-06-19, 10:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

I got a quote notification but it isn't here, if...

I got a quote notification but it isn't here, if $1400 is too high just PM me.
09-06-19, 08:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

Is $1400 crazy?

Is $1400 crazy?
09-06-19, 08:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

Haha, yes! Thanks. Yep, 6spd DA. ...

Haha, yes! Thanks.



Yep, 6spd DA.

According to the previous owner, it is the original paint. It looks original to me, but I'm not exactly sure.
09-06-19, 08:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

I'm really not sure... Sorry I didn't realize it...

I'm really not sure... Sorry I didn't realize it was a rule of the marketplace. Hmmm.
09-06-19, 08:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

Seat tube center to top: 54.5 cm Top center...

Seat tube center to top: 54.5 cm

Top center to center: 54 cm

Head tube: 8.5/9 cm? I measured center top at headt to center at down tube?
09-05-19, 08:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20190905_192635_05ff454149934ddb043d49037c4b2f3a123a8e65.jpg...
09-05-19, 08:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,937
Posted By RamAlaRag

1985 Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra Dura Ace 7400

Hi all,

I haven't had this Merckx for very long, and while I do really enjoy it, I recently picked up a couple other projects, and it might be a good idea to redirect the funds in that direction,...
09-04-19, 09:18 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

That's gorgeous.

That's gorgeous.
Forum: Want To Buy
09-04-19, 08:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,320
Posted By RamAlaRag

ISO Tools

Hi all,

After borrowing bike tools forever. I need to start building up my own collection of tools.

If you have any tools you are interested in selling. PM me.

Thanks!
09-04-19, 07:43 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

I totally agree.... Deciding on color will be fun...

I totally agree.... Deciding on color will be fun for sure.

I was talking with the powder coater about having the make/model and details hand painted on prior to clear coat. Seems like a cool...
Forum: For Sale
09-03-19, 10:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 692
Posted By RamAlaRag

ISO Tools

Hi all,

After borrowing bike tools forever. I need to start building up my own collection of tools.

If you have any tools you are interested in selling. PM me.

Thanks!
09-02-19, 10:49 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 69,784
Posted By RamAlaRag

There's a lot of little damage I put up on a...

There's a lot of little damage I put up on a different thread... But no dents, which is great.
09-02-19, 10:47 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

Haha! I didn't want to admit it's faults but I...

Haha! I didn't want to admit it's faults but I also didn't want people thinking I was just repainting when it's a nice original 😉...

I'll have to decide on color and texture and go from there....
09-02-19, 07:18 PM
Replies: 216
Views: 69,784
Posted By RamAlaRag

Thanks! I'll be posting more as it gets worked on.

Thanks! I'll be posting more as it gets worked on.
09-02-19, 06:55 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

This is just a few examples... road rash all...

This is just a few examples... road rash all over.

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_20190902_173446_de935e35be465f5b6ccb210286f13dc81fbe121d.jpg...
09-02-19, 05:01 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

👍 Thanks very much!

👍 Thanks very much!
09-02-19, 12:15 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

Great! Powder coat was my hope. I'll be looking...

Great! Powder coat was my hope. I'll be looking for a good shop in Olympia/Tacoma/Portland.
09-02-19, 11:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,416
Posted By RamAlaRag

Still have this?

Still have this?
09-02-19, 11:18 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

Yeah, that's how I felt at first about paint, but...

Yeah, that's how I felt at first about paint, but upon further inspection there is bare metal with nail varnish on it all over... unless it's way too expensive, it could be nice to give it a fresh...
09-02-19, 11:01 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,455
Posted By RamAlaRag

I really like it. Put air in the tires and took...

I really like it. Put air in the tires and took it around a parking lot. Really comfy. I will be making some changes to it... but overall great. Thanks for the lead on it!
09-02-19, 10:00 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,662
Posted By RamAlaRag

Hey y'all! So here's what I picked up last...

Hey y'all!

So here's what I picked up last night..... Both will be taken down to frame, cleaned, and reassessed. I think the 1000 should be repainted/restored. The TerraRunner will get touch up on...
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