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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-23-23, 02:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 665
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks, I will do. I bought it in Chicago around...

Thanks, I will do. I bought it in Chicago around 2018 with plans to turn it in to a rider for my wife. But three kids and move to the UK later and that’s now unlikely to happen. I’ll clean her up and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-23-23, 02:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 665
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks for this, that’s a very interesting thread!

Thanks for this, that’s a very interesting thread!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-22-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 665
Posted By frndlyfire

Cyclery North Chicago Frame

Does anyone know anything about this frame?


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6369_3cf412fbc8ceea03cdfdde9fd3a7bb6d51d28128.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-20, 08:48 AM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

Yes! Sorry. Campagnolo C Record first generation,...

Yes! Sorry. Campagnolo C Record first generation, and Campy Record Pista cranks. I’ll edit above to make it clear. Cheers!

I’ll post better photos when I’m home at the end of the week, I only took...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-20, 05:30 AM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

I drunkenly purchased two right crank arms. I...

I drunkenly purchased two right crank arms. I must have thought they were a bargain (they weren’t), I also must have thought it would be easy to find the matching left arms (it’s not - you’ll see...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-24-19, 08:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By frndlyfire

I think I can get it for around USD 275. It’d be...

I think I can get it for around USD 275. It’d be my first Merckx, and is replacing a 1991 Waterford built Paramount (True Temper OS tubing). So any views on the side by side quality of both frames...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-24-19, 08:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By frndlyfire

Merckx OS Strada Frame price check

Any thoughts on a fair price for this Merckx? https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F401964652741
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-19, 11:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,908
Posted By frndlyfire

I just got a message back from the seller when I...

I just got a message back from the seller when I asked about the manufacturer, they said: “Alan 'Pongo' Braithwaite in Mansfield. The refurb was carried out by Dave Marsh. The serial is a bit covered...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-19, 10:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,908
Posted By frndlyfire

Thoughts in this “Paramount”

Paramount on UK eBay (https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.co.uk%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F113959504699)

Schwinn? Or something else? Not much info, but the lugs look pretty decent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,272
Posted By frndlyfire

I should have said, I’ve also completely stripped...

I should have said, I’ve also completely stripped them down, so the only thing in the boxes are the frames, forks, and wheels.

All the groups are going separately. I’m even tempted to put all the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-19, 05:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,272
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks everyone. Yes, it’s a partial...

Thanks everyone.

Yes, it’s a partial container so I have no idea how they will treat the stuff once it’s leaves my site. One company comes here and takes it to the docks, someone else packs it ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-19, 03:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,272
Posted By frndlyfire

Packing a bike box for a shipping container

I’m moving to the UK shortly which means I’ll be shipping the 7 bikes i can’t part with. The bikes will be going by shipping container, though. They will be packed in cardboard bike boxes with all...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-23-19, 07:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,369
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks, good to know. I think I have all the...

Thanks, good to know. I think I have all the original parts except the wheelset, RD and crank. So might just group with the frame and fork.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-23-19, 04:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,369
Posted By frndlyfire

Schwinn Sports Tourer 1972

I planned to return this to its former glory but never got around to it, and now I’m moving back to the UK. It’s missing a few parts as you can see. Is there any value in it? I’d really like it to go...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-19, 03:12 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

I’m trying to complete an NR and an SR group. I...

I’m trying to complete an NR and an SR group. I need a 42t SR ring in 144. NR or SR levers and NR calipers. I would be very grateful if anyone can help.

Im happy to tried all or any of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-19, 12:23 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

Where are you seeing small SR rings? I can’t seem...

Where are you seeing small SR rings? I can’t seem to find a 42t in 144 anywhere!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-17-19, 10:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,988
Posted By frndlyfire

Yes, if it were a 58 I’d be all over it as well!

Yes, if it were a 58 I’d be all over it as well!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-19, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

What about two Nuovo and two Sugino Drillium...

What about two Nuovo and two Sugino Drillium Black rings in 50t & 42t + Bolts, also 144bcd, for your SR rings?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-19, 02:01 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

Anyone interested in swapping their SR chainrings...

Anyone interested in swapping their SR chainrings for my NR? My NR are 144bcd in 49t and 42t. I’m after a small and a big SR, but not that fussy on actual teeth.

Happy to add other odds and ends...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-19, 06:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,015
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks for the info, so these things tended to be...

Thanks for the info, so these things tended to be gold plated by third parties rather than officially by Campagnolo?

I found it interesting that the whole bolt wasn’t plated, but maybe that’s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-19, 09:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,015
Posted By frndlyfire

Gold plated NR RD

I got this in mixed up set of rusty parts. I didn’t even realize it was gold plated until I got it cleaned up....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-19, 11:14 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,801
Posted By frndlyfire

Indeed. It looks like this was part of a full...

Indeed. It looks like this was part of a full group that came from Italy - https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F323858286873
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-19, 04:42 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,801
Posted By frndlyfire

If you’ve got a Rossin this is pretty cool, and...

If you’ve got a Rossin this is pretty cool, and not too badly priced either: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F123864050251
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-20-19, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,307
Posted By frndlyfire

Ha. What I wrote did sound a little naive. There...

Ha. What I wrote did sound a little naive. There were two happy parties to this transaction.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-20-19, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,307
Posted By frndlyfire

Gone 😢 ...

Gone 😢
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-20-19, 11:57 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,307
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks. That’s what I thought. I put $750 in to...

Thanks. That’s what I thought. I put $750 in to it and had a lot of fun building and riding. A guy took it for a test ride this morning and is coming back with $750. Just wanted to make sure no one...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-20-19, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,307
Posted By frndlyfire

1991 Schwinn Paramount (Waterford) Value

Any estimates on this Waterford build 57cm Paramount? It has a full Dura Ace 7400 group with STI shifters.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-18-19, 12:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,073
Posted By frndlyfire

Thanks. Splitting it up seems the way to go.

Thanks. Splitting it up seems the way to go.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-17-19, 04:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,073
Posted By frndlyfire

Nuovo/Super Record Group Price?

Any ideas on a fair price for this group? It’s all Nuovo Record apart from the pedals, FD and brake calipers which are Super Record. Bars and stem are Cinelli, seat is Iscaselle (with Ochsner badge)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-19, 05:15 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

Pista Crank Swap - my vintage for your more modern

I have a 170mm Campy Pista crank from the 1962 to 66 era (151 bcd). My current build ended up being a bit more modern than I expected and I’d like to swap it for newer shape - any time from mid 80s...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-19, 01:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,291
Posted By frndlyfire

No worries, happy you made the sale!

No worries, happy you made the sale!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-19, 12:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,291
Posted By frndlyfire

PM incoming! And if anyone has spare pairs...

PM incoming!

And if anyone has spare pairs of levers and/or hubs give me a shout!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-31-19, 06:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By frndlyfire

I’ll take these, please.

I’ll take these, please.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-19, 11:23 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,637
Posted By frndlyfire

Did the 78 Colnago come with Nuovo? I tried to...

Did the 78 Colnago come with Nuovo? I tried to find this out a while back and it seemed that most were SR (the SR RD was certainly around in 78). Or was it buyers choice?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-23-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 699
Posted By frndlyfire

I have what you’re after. The DT shifters a...

I have what you’re after. The DT shifters a great, but the levers are rider rather than show quality as have a few scuffs here and there.

PM me your email address and I can send you over some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-18, 08:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,475
Posted By frndlyfire

Stripped down my Paramount for its first (and my...

Stripped down my Paramount for its first (and my first) Evaporust bath. I have one of those vacuum pack bags for clothes that it just about fits in.

Evaporust is supposed to arrive tomorrow. If it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-18, 04:48 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,827
Posted By frndlyfire

I’m not sure what was in the water in 1982, but...

I’m not sure what was in the water in 1982, but that year seems to have bred a lot of C&V fans!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-18, 03:49 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,827
Posted By frndlyfire

36. Started out on carbon, but love the look and...

36. Started out on carbon, but love the look and feel of 70s and 80s steel. The craftsmanship is something else, and there’s nothing better than taking apart a neglected Colnago or Paramount,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-18, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

I know this is a long shot (and pretty anal), but...

I know this is a long shot (and pretty anal), but I’m looking to complete a 78 Super Record group. Is anyone interested in trading my SR RD from 1985 for their one from 78? My 85 functions perfectly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-18, 10:20 AM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

I found a few of the pieces I was looking for to...

I found a few of the pieces I was looking for to complete several groups, but still need the following if anyone can help:

C Record braze on front derailleur
C Record engraved crankset (172.5...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-18, 08:01 PM
Replies: 6,477
Views: 773,179
Posted By frndlyfire

Looking to complete several groups and need the...

Looking to complete several groups and need the following:

C Record braze on front derailleur
C Record engraved crankset
NR/SR brake levers
Campagnolo Superleggeri pedals
Dura Ace 7400 headset...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-04-18, 02:54 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 753
Posted By frndlyfire

Love it. PM sent.

Love it. PM sent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-22-18, 01:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 933
Posted By frndlyfire

A couple of things in there I’m looking for, so I...

A couple of things in there I’m looking for, so I would happily take it off your hands. Cheers!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-18, 02:18 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,801
Posted By frndlyfire

The C Record didn’t seem to last long. How much...

The C Record didn’t seem to last long. How much was it out of interest?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-18, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,188
Posted By frndlyfire

Awesome! And no, I believe only about...

Awesome!



And no, I believe only about 600 of the 1400 or so produced in 88 had gold forks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-18, 06:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,753
Posted By frndlyfire

Cheers, Dude. I actually found my bag of ferrels...

Cheers, Dude. I actually found my bag of ferrels as I was tidying up.

Love the attention to detail though, and pleased that’s the only thing that’s been picked up on (so far) as this is only my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-18, 02:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,753
Posted By frndlyfire

I managed to get some time in the garage this...

I managed to get some time in the garage this weekend to finish up this beauty:

https://i.imgur.com/eo6Lfu9.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/elqp60k.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/2F5zZ8f.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-18, 09:20 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,801
Posted By frndlyfire

Annnnnnd. It’s gone.

Annnnnnd. It’s gone.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-18, 09:19 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,801
Posted By frndlyfire

I especially love this comment “Note I tend to...

I especially love this comment “Note I tend to travel alot because I am an cargo plane mechanic, i can be gone up to three weeks at a time. For any reason you cant wait or want a refund just ask”.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-18, 09:14 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,801
Posted By frndlyfire

Buyer beware on this $250 70’s Paramount:...

Buyer beware on this $250 70’s Paramount: https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.ebay.com%2Fulk%2Fitm%2F132577211530

When something seems to good to be true...
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