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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-07-22, 03:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

Drillium Dude thanks for your message. I...

Drillium Dude thanks for your message.

I will be working on the collection this weekend and recataloging it. Its all together, in several boxes from our home move.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-06-22, 07:19 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

katsup link fixed wrk101 agreed as to your last...

katsup link fixed
wrk101 agreed as to your last statement; I just rankled at my integrity being called into question in such a snap and wrongly based way.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-06-22, 03:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

Hi again all- After the initial unwarranted...

Hi again all-

After the initial unwarranted flaming I took here, I stepped away from the site for a bit. I was particularly annoyed because out of 200+ photos 2 or 3 were foisted up as 'doctored...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-09-21, 02:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

I will have some updated photos of this frame...

I will have some updated photos of this frame this afternoon. I got home just a little too late last night and needed to help my daughter with her history test. I will post them here and add them...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-08-21, 05:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

No touch-ups. I used portrait mode on my iPhone....

No touch-ups. I used portrait mode on my iPhone. I took them, and dont retouch any photos mostly because I dont know how. But, appreciate your feedback!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-08-21, 12:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

Frankly, this is just a bad photo. The top tube...

Frankly, this is just a bad photo. The top tube and the rest of the frame is good. I will update my photos, as I think I took this one late in the day on a very hot day and just didnt even pay...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-07-21, 05:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,626
Posted By P4D

Advice Sought - What are these frames and bits worth?

Hi everyone-

It's been a long time since I was on the site, for a variety of reasons. I have a smallish collection of frames and bits, and I could really use some validation on what these things...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-21, 02:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 521
Posted By P4D

Advice sought about C&V Frames and Bits

Hi everyone-

It's been a long time since I was on the site, for a variety of reasons. I have a smallish collection of frames and bits, and I could really use some validation on what these things...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-19, 02:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,320
Posted By P4D

Thanks that’s perfect! I’ll put my photos over...

Thanks that’s perfect! I’ll put my photos over and ask for advice. I appreciate the help!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-19, 12:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,320
Posted By P4D

Southern California

Southern California
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-19, 12:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,320
Posted By P4D

Advice sought on selling

Hello all-I’ve been a longer time member here but for the last many years been mostly off of the forum. I have lots of frames and parts that were intended to be build projects but life and some...
Forum: Commuting
07-18-13, 06:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,293
Posted By P4D

I was looking around at seats as well. I was...

I was looking around at seats as well. I was thinking of trying a Selle AnAtomica Titanico. I have a Brooks on another bike and like it a lot too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-13, 06:37 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,889
Posted By P4D

ISO Shimano BL-R770 flat bar brake levers.

ISO Shimano BL-R770 flat bar brake levers.
Forum: Commuting
07-18-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,293
Posted By P4D

Ok, so perhaps you all can help me sort out how...

Ok, so perhaps you all can help me sort out how to equip a frame I have lying around. It will accomodate 32c tires, and doesn't stretch me out too much so I think all I need would be quill stem and...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-13, 07:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,293
Posted By P4D

Well, maybe the better idea would be a taller...

Well, maybe the better idea would be a taller stem to get me more upright, and perhaps a change in bars. There will be, on the ride to work, a headwind of some sort nearly every day as its a river...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-13, 04:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,293
Posted By P4D

Upright commute position

I had a chance to ride a simple old beach cruiser last weekend, and I enjoyed the riding position it offered in terms of being very upright and comfortable. I have been riding in a more downward...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By P4D

I'm suffering from a quickly written, inartful...

I'm suffering from a quickly written, inartful opening post. Let me add to it:

The frame I have to use already was set to accept a wider wheel/hub and will fit the 9speed set-up. That was done...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-13, 08:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By P4D

Help me put a commuter together, please!

Thanks for all,of the advice on the rack v backpack thread. I'm going to turn a resprayed 80s steel frame into. Y commuter...it uses a quill stem and has nomeyelts. I have a 9spped set up with flat...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-13, 11:22 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 8,076
Posted By P4D

Ok, so perhaps this better for another thread,...

Ok, so perhaps this better for another thread, but I'm at a crossroads on a commuter bike. I have lots of frames, but longer lots of budget. I have a full suspension MTB with knobbies for the dirt,...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-13, 12:25 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 8,076
Posted By P4D

Do you prefer a backpack or rack?

I need to get riding again, and the new job has showers, lockers, and bike storage. I need to bring back and forth my laptop, lunch, the essentials for clothes change, and stuff I haven't thought...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-12, 10:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,998
Posted By P4D

I'm clueless, why a short stack height? What...

I'm clueless, why a short stack height? What determines that?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-12, 03:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,998
Posted By P4D

Thanks for the suggestions...I was struggling...

Thanks for the suggestions...I was struggling beyond Chris King and wanted some options.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-12, 12:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,998
Posted By P4D

Suggest a headset for RB-1?

The Hatta Vesta that came with it is a mess, pitted races, rust pitting on the exterior, just a mess. I need to replace it...suggestions?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 02:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 950
Posted By P4D

A parts bin manager is me... Thanks CJL,...

A parts bin manager is me...

Thanks CJL, email to follow. I've not used spacers inside the headset before, the ones on my other bike are above it. Installation is otherwise the same?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 12:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 950
Posted By P4D

It's easiest to see it here: ...

It's easiest to see it here:

http://www.sheldonbrown.com/bridgestone/pdfs/bstoneRB11989.pdf

Second photo, just down, shows it best. Still, any spacer will work?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 08:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 950
Posted By P4D

I don't know what that means..keyed....

I don't know what that means..keyed....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-12, 11:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 950
Posted By P4D

1989 RB-1 missing headset spacer

I lost it, no idea where it is. :( I'm unsure what I can use in its place, but I did like the added height. Will any spacer work? Stupid parts bin manager...:innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-12, 12:37 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,698
Posted By P4D

What stands/racks are those? I like them, very...

What stands/racks are those? I like them, very clean lines.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 566
Posted By P4D

Ha! Thanks for the visual CACycling. And for...

Ha! Thanks for the visual CACycling. And for the advice from the rest. I think I might actually have the needed parts from a Spin Doctor kit I got forever ago as a gift. No need to torque to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 03:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 566
Posted By P4D

Installing Shimano FC-6603 - tools?

I'm new the the Hollowtech and torque wrench installations, and just got a 6603 set-up to put onto a frame. I've realized I'm missing tools, and am having trouble even from the tech docs in terms of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-12, 05:32 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,889
Posted By P4D

I have other stuff, too. An 8 speed tri-color...

I have other stuff, too. An 8 speed tri-color group, a 1055 DT group, a set of tri-color wheels in uniglide hub, some other stuff. No one with an extra group?
Forum: Southern California
02-08-12, 05:17 PM
Replies: 295
Views: 25,978
Posted By P4D

+1 Going to have to give this one a try. From...

+1 Going to have to give this one a try. From Cannon/Santiago Canyon down to Back Bay, how is the traffic?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-12, 05:18 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,889
Posted By P4D

ISO-9 or 10 speed triple group, preferably 105 or...

ISO-9 or 10 speed triple group, preferably 105 or up (Ultegra would be great). 175mm crank arms are preferable. Would consider compact double but prefer triple.

Have- Shimano Ultegra 6500 9...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-07-12, 02:19 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,065
Posted By P4D

This is a very helpful thread. I've been using a...

This is a very helpful thread. I've been using a 39/25 combo and I just have been skipping bigger grades because I can't get up them. A compact or triple would help a lot, I think, but so will a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-12, 11:52 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,889
Posted By P4D

ISO-a 9 or 10 speed 105 or Ultegra group. I am...

ISO-a 9 or 10 speed 105 or Ultegra group. I am in need of brifters, FD, RD, brakes, and maybe a 175 compact double or triple crankset/BB for English threads.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-25-12, 11:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By P4D

I tried to hold back some details on...

I tried to hold back some details on framebuilders and tubesets because I was seeking some thoughts without the inevitable influence those details give. Makers and tubeset don't matter to everyone,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-12, 08:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By P4D

The steel frame is an older model, in wonderful...

The steel frame is an older model, in wonderful condition. All three are immaculate, honestly. Of the three, the carbon frame is the oldest, and I've finally been able to date it to...1992. Its...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-12, 07:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By P4D

So, again, thanks for all the comments. I really...

So, again, thanks for all the comments. I really want to just leave the existing bike as is, and look to go compact with a better set of climbing gears for the secondary frame...something I could...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-12, 05:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By P4D

Current bike is set up as an 8 speed with 53/39...

Current bike is set up as an 8 speed with 53/39 up front and 12-25 in the back. I need something a tad bigger on the back, and I don't believe Campy Chorus will handle a bigger rear cassette in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-12, 04:12 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 268,910
Posted By P4D

I'm looking for help in Milwaukee, anyone in that...

I'm looking for help in Milwaukee, anyone in that area?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-12, 03:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By P4D

Thanks for the thoughts, I appreciate it. There...

Thanks for the thoughts, I appreciate it. There is a certain quality about how I set up the existing bike and it is pretty hard to find the bits I would want in 10 speed in alloy.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-12, 12:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By P4D

Looking for some thoughts on second frame.

In the hope of taking out some bias that might arise based on name brand, I'm asking this question without reference to frame manufacturers. I'm most definitely a Clyde, and I ride bikes in the...
Forum: Southern California
12-02-11, 12:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 829
Posted By P4D

How big is the climb that way?

How big is the climb that way?
Forum: Southern California
12-01-11, 11:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 829
Posted By P4D

I've been looking at an alternate route of going...

I've been looking at an alternate route of going across from South Coast Plaza to Jamboree, and then basically straight up Jamboree to Santiago Canyon Road, and then around to Nohl (as I don't want...
Forum: Southern California
11-30-11, 10:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 829
Posted By P4D

Frankly, I had been riding that route, but now...

Frankly, I had been riding that route, but now that its dark so early I am not riding it. I small kids and I don't want them to see me beaten up or worse over the bike I am riding. My job is near...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-11, 04:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,815
Posted By P4D

Anyone have a 6-7-8 IGH rear and dynamo front...

Anyone have a 6-7-8 IGH rear and dynamo front wheelset I can add to one of these to make a commuter?
Forum: Southern California
11-01-11, 12:52 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,735
Posted By P4D

My issue is, I can't leave at 4:30 to get home...

My issue is, I can't leave at 4:30 to get home while there is still some light, which is going to be the case one we get the time change. The simplest alternate route is Jamboree and a long, long...
Forum: Southern California
11-01-11, 12:23 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,735
Posted By P4D

I'm really sorry to hear about this. I haven't...

I'm really sorry to hear about this. I haven't been commuting back and forth through that area since early September, and I was starting to get nervous about it being dark and who knows who lurking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,855
Posted By P4D

No, I was not. I want to change from an 8 speed...

No, I was not. I want to change from an 8 speed set-up to a 10 speed, but the spindle on the current BB is too short for 10 speed cranks....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-11, 03:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,855
Posted By P4D

How to remove a superglued bottom bracket cup?

Italian BB, the drive side cup was glued in to keep it from slipping out. Can it be removed? If so, how?
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