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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-21, 07:25 PM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,094
Posted By Dsprok

That's nice! I've never seen them in white

That's nice!
I've never seen them in white
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-21, 09:37 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,763
Posted By Dsprok

The seat post might benefit from a shim

The seat post might benefit from a shim
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-21, 05:45 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 16,180
Posted By Dsprok

If you must marry that particular tire to that...

If you must marry that particular tire to that rim.....sitting down? Put the rim in a freezer put the tire in hot sun wait a couple hours and 'git it done'
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-20, 12:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,102
Posted By Dsprok

The Coolest Dork in town.

The Coolest Dork in town.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-20, 08:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 609
Posted By Dsprok

Thanks guys, who needs Google when we have Bike...

Thanks guys, who needs Google when we have Bike Forums :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-20, 05:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 609
Posted By Dsprok

Rat Trap Straps with Mystery Trademark

Anyone know which company uses this 4 heart trademark?
Googled it with no success.
Thanks in advance...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-20, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,535
Posted By Dsprok

Yes it is 27. mm. It has a replacement Cro-Moly...

Yes it is 27. mm. It has a replacement Cro-Moly fork, 1/2 lb. lighter than original high tensile steel Specialized fork.
Thank You, I will be washing up now. Then ordering on Amazon Prime a JIS...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-20, 05:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,535
Posted By Dsprok

Thanks guys. Just got the bottom cup off 29.9...

Thanks guys.
Just got the bottom cup off 29.9 mm inside head tube. Cup reads 30. mm.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,535
Posted By Dsprok

1987 Specialized Crossroads threaded headset specs?

I've got a 1987 Specialized Crossroads and the threaded headset needs replacing. Does anyone know the inside diameter of the head tube?
Would like to order the headset bearings before I source the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-20, 06:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,370
Posted By Dsprok

Is it metal? Use a metal detector.

Is it metal? Use a metal detector.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-20, 04:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,780
Posted By Dsprok

Check the discharge area. It could have been shot...

Check the discharge area. It could have been shot through the pump.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-20, 06:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,837
Posted By Dsprok

You beat me to it.

You beat me to it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-01-20, 06:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,187
Posted By Dsprok

WOW! Just cracked the back fender on a Dahon...

WOW!

Just cracked the back fender on a Dahon III Classic and came across this thread while searching.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-20, 08:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,038
Posted By Dsprok

Thanks Andrew, I was going to post in the For the...

Thanks Andrew, I was going to post in the For the Love of English 3 Speeds thread yet I figured you would most likely be here.


Gambler Gord that is Great.
I ride my various multi speed bikes in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-20, 06:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,038
Posted By Dsprok

Thank You Sir. I'm on it.

Thank You Sir. I'm on it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-20, 06:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,038
Posted By Dsprok

Sturmey Archer 3 Speed Chain Wear

One of my bikes is a 1971 Raleigh 3 speed. I checked the chain for wear with a Park Tool CC-3 chain wear checker at 1% the checker falls in with no resistance at all.
Possibly foolish question: Is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-20-19, 12:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,441
Posted By Dsprok

Stolen Hybrid

Notice I have posted info and picture in General Cycling Discussion section regarding a recently stolen DiamondBack hybrid from downtown Toronto ON.
Please take a look.
$100. Reward
Thank You
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-19, 11:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,476
Posted By Dsprok

Stolen Bike

Bike Stolen from condominium bike lockup at Fort York Blvd and Fleet St (near Princes Gates CNE) Harbourfront area of downtown Toronto ON.
The bicycle is a very dark gray with hint of dark green....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 03:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 12,358
Posted By Dsprok

^ plus 1

^ plus 1
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,109
Posted By Dsprok

Thanks Andy. I thought it was part of the brake...

Thanks Andy. I thought it was part of the brake lever.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-19, 07:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,109
Posted By Dsprok

Why does the brake lever have a second short...

Why does the brake lever have a second short lever below it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-19, 06:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,096
Posted By Dsprok

This is my thought too.

This is my thought too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-18, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 903
Posted By Dsprok

Merry Christmas to All and Safe Riding in...

Merry Christmas to All

and Safe Riding in the New Year
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-18, 08:06 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 12,806
Posted By Dsprok

Patience Grasshopper

Patience Grasshopper
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-18, 06:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,315
Posted By Dsprok

Someone should make brake hoods from silicone...

Someone should make brake hoods from silicone instead of rubber so they don't degrade so quickly.
It would sell big time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-18, 06:47 AM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,094
Posted By Dsprok

Good Work! Jamesj. Is the rear reflector stock?...

Good Work! Jamesj.
Is the rear reflector stock? It's huge.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-06-18, 05:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,700
Posted By Dsprok

I wonder what is causing that? Could it be the...

I wonder what is causing that?
Could it be the people who drove the initial demand are passing on and hence the demand dwindles
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-06-18, 05:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,087
Posted By Dsprok

I don't think the seat is original. What is the...

I don't think the seat is original.
What is the date on the hub?
For me I'd want to do the restore myself. Most buyers though would prefer it ready to ride.
Here in Ontario you could buy similar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-18, 02:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,092
Posted By Dsprok

^This. I would also let the paint cure thoroughly...

^This. I would also let the paint cure thoroughly first. Maybe 3 weeks, ask the painter as to how long.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-18, 12:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,530
Posted By Dsprok

That's re-Cycling at it's best! :)

That's re-Cycling at it's best! :)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-18, 07:06 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,089
Posted By Dsprok

No matter what the weatherman says about wind...

No matter what the weatherman says about wind direction IF you are on your bike it's a headwind.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-18, 02:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,220
Posted By Dsprok

You are Fine! Just don't buy anymore complete...

You are Fine!
Just don't buy anymore complete bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-18, 02:45 PM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,094
Posted By Dsprok

What a Find! Money well spent.

What a Find!
Money well spent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-31-18, 12:14 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 600
Posted By Dsprok

I bet it's around 1964. You may find a serial #...

I bet it's around 1964. You may find a serial # on the rear dropout, blocked by the fender brace. Wont make you rich yet it would look a lot better if you clean it up and repack the bearings. It's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-18, 08:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,134
Posted By Dsprok

Thank You for posting

Thank You for posting
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-18, 08:25 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,472
Posted By Dsprok

I have the 3rd printing 1985. It covers butted...

I have the 3rd printing 1985. It covers butted spokes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-18, 06:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 769
Posted By Dsprok

Local bike shop may be best.

Local bike shop may be best.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-18, 02:58 PM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,094
Posted By Dsprok

The drop bar will look better to me. Upright will...

The drop bar will look better to me. Upright will have a broader market though.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-18, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 653
Posted By Dsprok

Derailleur hanger is bent slightly.

Derailleur hanger is bent slightly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-18, 05:52 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,560
Posted By Dsprok

Sorry to read this. RIP

Sorry to read this. RIP
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-18, 05:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,150
Posted By Dsprok

Playing with fire.

Playing with fire.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-18, 01:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 689
Posted By Dsprok

Picture shows now. Looks like a spoke puncture....

Picture shows now.
Looks like a spoke puncture.
Good plan to file down all burrs and re tape.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-18, 07:37 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 56,573
Posted By Dsprok

Wall Art. That picture is worthy of framing.

Wall Art. That picture is worthy of framing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-18, 03:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,339
Posted By Dsprok

The problem with Blitz fixes, you never really...

The problem with Blitz fixes, you never really know what part was creaking.:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-18, 03:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,339
Posted By Dsprok

This is what I felt also. The creak is random led...

This is what I felt also. The creak is random led me to it.

Edit: just noticed you have Dahon folding bikes in the fleet. Could be the hinge joints. Grease quieted my KHS folder.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-18, 10:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,894
Posted By Dsprok

How high PSI has it worked at and for how long? ...

How high PSI has it worked at and for how long?

I've tried a number of types of rim 'strips' and am still learning.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-04-18, 08:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,618
Posted By Dsprok

I feel it is mid to late 60's. Price is a bit...

I feel it is mid to late 60's. Price is a bit high. The hub will have a year stamped on it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-18, 06:40 AM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,094
Posted By Dsprok

Nearly new condition. Lucky find. The stem...

Nearly new condition. Lucky find.
The stem looks too high, check it and lower it, Or ship the whole bike to me and I'll take it off your hands. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-18, 04:07 PM
Replies: 27,964
Views: 4,518,094
Posted By Dsprok

The fork rake looks huge.

The fork rake looks huge.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-30-17, 08:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,043
Posted By Dsprok

Nice Pics. wrk101 got it. Can we see the...

Nice Pics.
wrk101 got it.
Can we see the front of the seat stays around the area of rust on rear?
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