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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-19, 01:28 PM
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Posted By Velocivixen

Hi All, I’ve got 2 Sturmey Archer front dynamo...

Hi All, I’ve got 2 Sturmey Archer front dynamo hubs that I’ve overhauled & they work. Do you think if I posted them for sale in the classified section anyone here would be interested? I think 1 is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-19, 02:38 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,537,620
Posted By Velocivixen

gster - Thanks. I didn’t forget you all. I spent...

gster - Thanks. I didn’t forget you all. I spent literally all of 2018 helping my sister, who had metastatic breast cancer. She died on Thanksgiving. Not gonna hijack this thread, so if you or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-19, 06:06 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

3speedslow - nice use of Carradice bags. I’ve got...

3speedslow - nice use of Carradice bags. I’ve got a “Barley” on the back of mine. Never thought about putting one up front.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-18, 12:46 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I've decided to move along two SA G6 Dyno hubs....

I've decided to move along two SA G6 Dyno hubs. PM if interested.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-18, 07:39 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

@BigChief - What a lovely bike. Thank you so much...

@BigChief - What a lovely bike. Thank you so much for posting your progress. I have always wondered if and how to disassemble a flick shifter, as I have some that need work on the “innards” but I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-18, 07:01 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I don’t think I have ever seen a blue Raleigh....

I don’t think I have ever seen a blue Raleigh. I’m normally not a blue bike person, but that shade is rich. Nice friend.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-18, 09:11 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

@nlerner - Hey, so honestly, how did it perform?...

@nlerner - Hey, so honestly, how did it perform? The hub I overhauled? It was a joy to see the innards of one of those! That photo with the rock wall backdrop is great. Reminds me of what I imagine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-18, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Thanks for the photos of the ride. I love seeing...

Thanks for the photos of the ride. I love seeing all those old 3 speeds, as well as the scenery and some of the forum members.

On a different note, I sold 2 of my Raleigh Twenty’s. I had my all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-18, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

@gster - I have to laugh at that ad. It perfectly...

@gster - I have to laugh at that ad. It perfectly describes the Portland, OR bike and social scene!

Heck, even I wear skinny jeans (corduroys), a wool beanie and big glasses. I can’t grow a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

DEWEY001 - when they rebuilt your front wheel you...

DEWEY001 - when they rebuilt your front wheel you said they replaced it with a bigger “sprocket”. Do you mean a bigger hub in front? Or new sprocket for rear?

I’m asking because my cone on one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-18, 08:36 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

gster - Wow. Sorry about your tree falling. Glad...

gster - Wow. Sorry about your tree falling. Glad to hear you, your family as well as your structure and bikes are all ok.

What kind of tree was that? Was it healthy? What you gonna do with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-18, 01:51 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

My research on the Raleigh Twenty indicated that...

My research on the Raleigh Twenty indicated that the first Twenty (it went by multiple names over the years) was manufactured in 1969 (anecdotal). If I recall exports to Canada then the US happened...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-18, 11:00 AM
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Posted By Velocivixen

Here's an "after" of the Bottom bracket. Oh, and...

Here's an "after" of the Bottom bracket. Oh, and a "before" as a reminder.

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/798/27426051068_ee1aeb5678_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HMxFts)1971 Raleigh Twenty bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-18, 12:41 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I actually did just that with my first ever...

I actually did just that with my first ever Raleigh Twenty, but haven’t weighed it. I’ll have to dig up the before and after photos. Or if you want to dig around you can find them on this forum.........
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-18, 10:29 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

desconhesido- Thanks for that information. I’m...

desconhesido- Thanks for that information. I’m not really sure what direction I’m eventually gonna go on this bike. For now will keep it stock.....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-18, 05:17 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Mooo - fortunately the adjustable cup came out...

Mooo - fortunately the adjustable cup came out last night once I switched my hammer I was using on the spanner tool.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-18, 02:58 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Mooo - I do have that tool and used it to remove...

Mooo - I do have that tool and used it to remove the lock ring first. There is a specific shaped spanner for those adjustable cups which I also own. The lock ring came off easily but it was the cup...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-18, 01:04 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

dweenk - thanks for that link. Interesting. My...

dweenk - thanks for that link. Interesting. My chainwheel measures 3/32", 44t. My bike does have the "R Nuts" on cotters and front wheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-18, 12:49 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I have the correct spanner for that bottom...

I have the correct spanner for that bottom bracket - it's very thin, but the adjustable cup threads were so dry and so tight that I had to try to hold the spanner in place, then hit the end of it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-18, 10:21 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Now that’s a hoot! So what did you say? :roflmao2:

Now that’s a hoot! So what did you say? :roflmao2:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-18, 09:35 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I got the adjustable cup out. I was using the...

I got the adjustable cup out. I was using the wrong type of hammer. The threads looked clean and very dry. I used a Dremel with a wire brush to go over the threads, degreaser then dried. Greased up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-18, 07:37 PM
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Posted By Velocivixen

clubman - crank arms are 165mm. dweenk what...

clubman - crank arms are 165mm.
dweenk what are “extra chainwheel braces” you mentioned?

The adjustable cup is coming out very slowly. I’m having to try to hold the tool on and hit the other...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-18, 03:50 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

BigChief, Salubrious, and dweenk - to add to...

BigChief, Salubrious, and dweenk - to add to the mystery the tooth count on the heron chainwheel is 44.

When did Raleigh switch to rounded crank arms? When did SA switch to plastic oil ports?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-18, 10:54 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Salubrious - The hub says "71 2" and has a...

Salubrious - The hub says "71 2" and has a plastic oil cap. The front, as you see, has a band in the center of the hub for oiling. I've got a couple of other '71's and even a 1970 which don't have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-18, 10:20 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,537,620
Posted By Velocivixen

I know Sturmey Archer sells a friction shifter...

I know Sturmey Archer sells a friction shifter for it's 3 speed hubs. Has anyone used just a generic, like a SunTour friction shifter for a AW 3 speed? Does a generic shifter have enough throw to get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-18, 10:18 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

OK, here are some "before" photos of the Raleigh...

OK, here are some "before" photos of the Raleigh Twenty.
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/877/40550618944_56fbe3753e_c.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/24Mjwfu)1970’s Raleigh Twenty “before” photos...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-18, 03:29 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I think I’ll just start out as a normal overhaul....

I think I’ll just start out as a normal overhaul. Not too much pressure.......

MY issue is that I’ve built wheels for many of my vintage bikes and there’s NO WAY I can recoup what I’ve put into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-18, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

dweenk, thanks. I was mostly rambling out loud...

dweenk, thanks. I was mostly rambling out loud about what to do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-18, 10:50 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Question: when you have a vintage 3 speed of no...

Question: when you have a vintage 3 speed of no particular fame or value, how do you decide what to do with it?
I bought a Raleigh Twenty (coffee colored), all original & never serviced. As some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-17, 11:04 AM
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Posted By Velocivixen

Those are nice. I have saved various ones off...

Those are nice. I have saved various ones off different 3 speeds but they look old.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-17, 07:17 AM
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Posted By Velocivixen

BigChief - if I’m not mistaken, SA changed their...

BigChief - if I’m not mistaken, SA changed their parts numbering scheme along the way. I figured it out when I was looking for a part once.
gster- It’s all good. I ride my Twenty’s short distances...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-17, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

sirMike1983 - Thank you for posting your little...

sirMike1983 - Thank you for posting your little green Twenty. Mine are sitting, unridden in the garage......You’ve inspired me t go ride one.
thumpism - I think your find from the closing shop is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-17, 08:22 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I use a grease gun with a long nozzle - I think...

I use a grease gun with a long nozzle - I think the brand is Finish Line. I hold a small flashlight in my mouth to aim light. To remove grease I use a long screwdriver with paper towel or something...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-17, 08:37 AM
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Posted By Velocivixen

BigChief - I love it! It will be fine. FYI a...

BigChief - I love it! It will be fine. FYI a Dremel tool with a small stainless steel wire brush attatchment does with Nedra with stuff like that. Wear a mask though, otherwise you'll inhale rust.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-17, 08:38 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Those shifter covers look really nice. Where did...

Those shifter covers look really nice. Where did you get alcohol based paint? Just a craft store? I was gonna suggest a paint pen - Blick Art Supply has them with different sized tips, etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-17, 09:47 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

BigChief - Sugar Wheel Works in Portland where...

BigChief - Sugar Wheel Works in Portland where I've taken classes and where I buy all my supplies, said I'd be finterested be with no washers, so I've never used them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-17, 09:05 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

BigChief - what size is that green Sports? It's...

BigChief - what size is that green Sports? It's very pretty....;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-17, 02:02 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

clubman & @ gster- so those are for hydroelectric...

clubman & @ gster- so those are for hydroelectric use? If not, what exactly are they used for?
My magnet keeper will definitely not work on that if it were a dynamo hub....;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-17, 08:17 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I concur! Is that a turbine?

I concur! Is that a turbine?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-17, 10:51 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

markk900 - Universal Cycles, where I bought the...

markk900 - Universal Cycles, where I bought the hub, had never dealt with warranty issues with Sturmey Archer before. They presumed that SA would replace the entire hub - thus telling me that, in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-17, 09:21 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

thumpism - that sure is a pretty shade of blue....

thumpism - that sure is a pretty shade of blue. I've never seen that shade before.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-17, 08:00 PM
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Posted By Velocivixen

thumpism - I had a 19" Raleigh Sport step through...

thumpism - I had a 19" Raleigh Sport step through that fit me great. However it was silver with sky blue head tube. I don't like neutrals. I would love to have a 19" green step through with thimbles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-17, 11:17 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

Sort of like James Dean.....only in a bike. ;) I...

Sort of like James Dean.....only in a bike. ;) I get it.
So unlikely that a step through could be a scorcher. If I were alive then, I'd likely be a scorcher. A tomboy, bucking society's norms.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-17, 10:51 AM
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Posted By Velocivixen

So is a "scorcher" supposed to be just a "racier"...

So is a "scorcher" supposed to be just a "racier" 3-speed, as exemplified by different handlebars & perhaps different gearing?
Can a step through bike be a scorcher? Thanks.
noglider - Sturmey...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-17, 07:30 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

mirfi - the crank & chainring are all one piece....

mirfi - the crank & chainring are all one piece. When you ask size of hole, I presume you mean cotter hole. Here's a link to Bikesmith Designs & their cotter page. It will hopefully help.

Bicycle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-17, 08:14 AM
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Posted By Velocivixen

w1gfh - like your R20. What year is it? I presume...

w1gfh - like your R20. What year is it? I presume you used zip ties to attatch that basket. Nice. I'd love to get a basket that size & do that.

At this point I've got 4 Raleigh Twentys and green...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-17, 12:01 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,537,620
Posted By Velocivixen

nlerner & dweenk - OK, thanks. I'll look at...

nlerner & dweenk - OK, thanks. I'll look at BigChief photos.

Don't wanna hijack, but the deal with my new SA 2 Speed Kickback w/Coaster hub is that the SA rep will sent new innards to Universal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-17, 07:11 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,537,620
Posted By Velocivixen

Would you please explain or show a few photos of...

Would you please explain or show a few photos of how to get the shifter apart? I have some nice older shifters that I would love to use, but they have the same issue - need a new spring (3 speed) & I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-17, 07:10 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

arty dave - regarding your comment about the...

arty dave - regarding your comment about the crown race just sitting there, not snug. Just about every Raleigh- whether a Twenty, or a Sport had the same crown race situation. gugie showed me a n...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-17, 04:55 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By Velocivixen

I like it! It's sort of quirky like that.

I like it! It's sort of quirky like that.
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