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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,000
Posted By rccardr

Good point. Catalog shows a painted fork but...

Good point. Catalog shows a painted fork but similar crown shape. Clippy things are undeniably period Schwinn.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,000
Posted By rccardr

That Tempo’s been messed with. Not original fork,...

That Tempo’s been messed with. Not original fork, looks like the head tube’s been repainted.
Among other stuff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,331
Posted By rccardr

Jagwire POPS and others that have a reduced...

Jagwire POPS and others that have a reduced insert circumference work fine.
But yes, many Shimano brake calipers were designed to work well without a ferrule.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,132
Posted By rccardr

Odd place, yes. Not a new crack, tho- looks like...

Odd place, yes. Not a new crack, tho- looks like plenty of corrosion in the cracked area.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 204
Posted By rccardr

Pls post a pic of the other side.

Pls post a pic of the other side.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 21,707
Views: 3,057,753
Posted By rccardr

30 sporty miles around two local lakes on the...

30 sporty miles around two local lakes on the Cherubim Sportif. Recently installed a vintage Sugino PX series 46/36/26 triple to enable better climbing on the steep, abrupt gravel roads in this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 276
Posted By rccardr

That CX 70 will definitely shift the triple...

That CX 70 will definitely shift the triple flawlessly…when friction shifted.
Many here will be interested to find out how it works with STI shifters.
Not me personally, but…others.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,182
Posted By rccardr

I expect to see pictures; nice ones should be...

I expect to see pictures; nice ones should be easy since the area is so stunning.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 621
Posted By rccardr

Berto is still very mich worth reading.

Berto is still very mich worth reading.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 21,707
Views: 3,057,753
Posted By rccardr

Those roads do look familiar… While you were...

Those roads do look familiar…
While you were doing that, got in a quick (and I do mean quick) 20 miles with my daughter and SiL just before the rain hit here.
For some inexplicable reason, they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 435
Views: 81,652
Posted By rccardr

Suggest someone keep the Shimano hoods for brake...

Suggest someone keep the Shimano hoods for brake levers or STI's if they are in one piece.
Always worth keeping even if the innards are trashed.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-26-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,101
Posted By rccardr

He’s being difficult? Won’t accept expert...

He’s being difficult? Won’t accept expert opinions? Certain he knows the ‘value’ of this pile? Fine.
Now it’s his problem, not yours.
Done.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 1,768
Views: 239,677
Posted By rccardr

Because it sounds like…?

Because it sounds like…?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 3,896
Posted By rccardr

Why is my head still hurting?

Why is my head still hurting?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 378
Posted By rccardr

The Park Tool web site is your good friend. ...

The Park Tool web site is your good friend.
Visit it, listen to it, read it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-25-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,297
Posted By rccardr

That’s a pretty decent $650 bike in today’s...

That’s a pretty decent $650 bike in today’s market. Not great, but decent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-25-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,101
Posted By rccardr

A person would have to be insane to pay that kind...

A person would have to be insane to pay that kind of money for a bunch of dirty old bicycles and parts.
If he gets 10% of that for the whole dealio and the buyer carts it all away, he should...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 3,896
Posted By rccardr

You two make my head hurt. And not in a good...

You two make my head hurt.

And not in a good way.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 305
Posted By rccardr

Yep. That’s how I set up my 78 Richard Sachs. ...

Yep. That’s how I set up my 78 Richard Sachs. Shifted perfectly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 305
Posted By rccardr

If you like the indexed 6 speed shifting you have...

If you like the indexed 6 speed shifting you have (pls note original post above), then just buy any 105 or lower level cassette containing the six cogs you want, and use a 4.5mm spacer on the back...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 371
Posted By rccardr

Although it was not my intention to infer that...

Although it was not my intention to infer that the OP should buy a triple shifter, I stand corrected. 600 Tricolor series STI's are listed to as ST-6400, while DA 740X series STI's are listed as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 371
Posted By rccardr

I’m with Dave. For once. Others have claimed...

I’m with Dave. For once.
Others have claimed acceptable shifting with the alternative cable routing method, but you’re too picky about shift quality to accept that.
Buy some nice 6403 STI’s and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,297
Posted By rccardr

Poor photo doesn’t tell much. Condition of...

Poor photo doesn’t tell much. Condition of components is a big piece of the value.
Is it full Dura Ace, including hubs, headset and seatpost?
Tubulars or clinchers?
Is the Rolls saddle in good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

fify

fify
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 580
Posted By rccardr

Thanks for the video. That trick with the allen...

Thanks for the video. That trick with the allen key to tension the spring and install the backing plate before inserting the C clip is pretty slick.
Learned something new!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

BG, I’m surprised you don’t recognize The Del...

BG, I’m surprised you don’t recognize The Del Coronado- It’s where ‘Some Like It Hot’ was filmed.

Honestly: rooms are overpriced and not so schmancy (we usually stay at the Glorietta Bay across...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 467
Posted By rccardr

But…But…But…what will you do between calls?

But…But…But…what will you do between calls?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 21,707
Views: 3,057,753
Posted By rccardr

Rode the Pegoretti today, 32 miles or so. Feels...

Rode the Pegoretti today, 32 miles or so.
Feels funny to be back on 25mm tires pumped up to 100 Psi after a week on softer fatties.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 3,896
Posted By rccardr

These are always interesting discussions, and...

These are always interesting discussions, and they pop up every year or two.
Always two camps:
A) If you don’t cold set your frame to 130mm your bike will explode!
B) Done it dozens of times over...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,116,339
Posted By rccardr

Not precisely correct. The purchase price can...

Not precisely correct. The purchase price can only be deductible to the extent it exceeds the value received.
If that’s a $900 bike, there is no deductible amount.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

...and my ride for the entire eight days, 300+...

...and my ride for the entire eight days, 300+ miles. Zero problems, what a companion!
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53557629083_d30097202b_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pAGRcZ)IMG_7082...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53585902071_ca...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53585902071_cae866e42e_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pDcKMi)IMG_9599 (https://flic.kr/p/2pDcKMi) by Doc Mertes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193222933@N07/), on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53585038327_1a...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53585038327_1a4e5657bf_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pD8k2a)IMG_9615 (https://flic.kr/p/2pD8k2a) by Doc Mertes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193222933@N07/), on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586348395_b4...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586348395_b434797368_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pDf3sx)IMG_9646 (https://flic.kr/p/2pDf3sx) by Doc Mertes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193222933@N07/), on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53585926756_7f...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53585926756_7fce085a98_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pDcT7U)IMG_9657 (https://flic.kr/p/2pDcT7U) by Doc Mertes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193222933@N07/), on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586373120_a5...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53586373120_a5beedcc72_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2pDfaNQ)IMG_9674 (https://flic.kr/p/2pDfaNQ) by Doc Mertes (https://www.flickr.com/photos/193222933@N07/), on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

Not much I can add to what's already been...

Not much I can add to what's already been reported here by The Usual Suspects.
Many thanks to Gugie for his organizational skills and for fronting the $ for the accommodations, which have to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 463,854
Posted By rccardr

All of the 80’s ST Cannondales are marvelous...

All of the 80’s ST Cannondales are marvelous riders.
My 88 gets more miles each year than any other bike in the stable.
They travel well, too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,779
Posted By rccardr

PM me offline. I can help you work thru this...

PM me offline. I can help you work thru this problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 632
Posted By rccardr

Lots of down tube shifters in The Lab- in fact...

Lots of down tube shifters in The Lab- in fact everything but the Canyon Endurace CF has ‘em.
For indexed, anything Shimano from 6 to 10 speed.
For friction, 6207 Shimano are the faves. Enough...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-01-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 999
Posted By rccardr

At $450, that’s a good price. Have owned a couple...

At $450, that’s a good price. Have owned a couple of Davidsons and they have all been lovely well built bikes.
However, unless the derailleur hanger is unusually short, that RD should happily shift...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 367
Posted By rccardr

That's very interesting. I've only ever seen the...

That's very interesting. I've only ever seen the tabs break off on 6208 6 speed DT shifters.
Do you use boss mounts with indents for the tabs? If the boss mounts have a smooth ring instead of one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 21,707
Views: 3,057,753
Posted By rccardr

It’s a sickness. Embrace it.

It’s a sickness.
Embrace it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 771
Posted By rccardr

Well done, sir! Very nice write-up on an amazing...

Well done, sir! Very nice write-up on an amazing bike.
We don't actually 'own' these moments in time; we are only their temporary caretakers.
I clearly remember meeting with the then-owner around...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 683
Views: 109,292
Posted By rccardr

We'll be there March 3rd. No Basso tho.

We'll be there March 3rd.
No Basso tho.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

Send lawyers, guns and money. And some Kool...

Send lawyers, guns and money.
And some Kool Stop Pads.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 554
Posted By rccardr

Just use a thru-bolt and nyloc nut.

Just use a thru-bolt and nyloc nut.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 6,001
Posted By rccardr

Tease. You will be missed.

Tease.
You will be missed.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-20-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 465
Posted By rccardr

Early 10 speeds too. I think 7850 is when...

Early 10 speeds too. I think 7850 is when friction went away, also 7900.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 938
Posted By rccardr

Yep, you read it right. Have that setup on two...

Yep, you read it right. Have that setup on two bikes, one with a VO Gran Cru crankset and the other with an Apex 86 bcd crank. Both use Shimano CX70 FD’s and both are friction shifted. Previously...
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