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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-20, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7,515
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Posted By Taxi Rob

And don't assume the same thing for Ultra 7...

And don't assume the same thing for Ultra 7 freewheels, which are evenly spaced. Now, about those Campy cassettes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-18, 06:44 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

are you commited to 26"?

I have a 94 Skykomish Granite Pointe with Tektro CX cantis, and they have enough height adjustment to accomodate 650b wheels (same with my Avids.) I've bought a couple $99 ZAC19 wheelsets off ebay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-18, 10:12 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Tektro AL930 or AL926 mini Vs work well enough...

Tektro AL930 or AL926 mini Vs work well enough with short pull levers, IF they clear your tires... otherwise, I'd say barends and V levers will save a lot of trouble. I don't think you'll find CX...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-18, 03:48 AM
Replies: 7,515
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Posted By Taxi Rob

Eight speed RDs are pretty versatile, but the...

Eight speed RDs are pretty versatile, but the only road FD that I've gotten to work with both road and MTB indexed shifters was a 105 8-speed era triple (FD-1057). The actuator arm was the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-18, 03:25 AM
Replies: 7,515
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Posted By Taxi Rob

This thread has been going for at least 6...

This thread has been going for at least 6 years.... pretty sure WE invented the "gravel bike". Pics of my latest drop bar conversion coming soon, a 1994 Skykomish from Costco.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-16, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I'm thinking about those who prefer narrower,...

I'm thinking about those who prefer narrower, ostensibly faster tires. I've built some 26 x 1.5 conversions and I've thought about going skinnier. Plus, longer spokes=more give. I've seen 650b...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-16, 03:57 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

650c conversions

Been gone from this thread but it's still my fave. Thinking about doing a 650c conversion. Anyone else switch to 650c when doing their drop bar conversions? Any pics/tips to share?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-16, 04:35 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Shifter on brake lever

Miele Man I always assumed that was how SunTour Command Shifters were mounted... until I bought a set. Now I'm left wondering (again) why no manufacturer mounted them that way. I got a crate of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-16, 11:52 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

It was Mumonkan's post about the xlfdd with pics,...

It was Mumonkan's post about the xlfdd with pics, but you jumped in the middle of me reading it and responding to it. Ugh. Sorry. I try not to go too far back in the threads but I'm not on the forum...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-16, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Apart from better braking/easier setup, it makes...

Apart from better braking/easier setup, it makes the bike itself look ten years newer than it is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-16, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Oh, now I see, I was looking at another post but...

Oh, now I see, I was looking at another post but you responded, nevermind.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-16, 07:52 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Do you have the XFDD? That is the 70mm version. I...

Do you have the XFDD? That is the 70mm version. I can't go on about what you say you have or don't have if you don't know. My experience with the 70mmm SUCKS. PERIOD. It barely hauled me to a stop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-16, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

You said you were running the XLFDD 90mm drum...

You said you were running the XLFDD 90mm drum brake.... do I need to go back and quote you or are you looking for an argument for no reason whatsoever?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-16, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I think youu misunderstood, the 90mm is fine, the...

I think youu misunderstood, the 90mm is fine, the 70mm version is underwhelming
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Pics aren't visible from either of my browsers....

Pics aren't visible from either of my browsers. Privacy settings?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-16, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I just sold off my townie with that setup, I...

I just sold off my townie with that setup, I found the smaller 70mm drum brake to be fully inadequate on my first attempt, I rebuilt the front wheel with the larger 90mm brake+dyno hub and it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-16, 12:50 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Look at those chainstays... I wonder how it...

Look at those chainstays... I wonder how it handles loaded at the rear only
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-16, 05:23 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

NO. Find a set of BS50's. If you run the BS64 or...

NO. Find a set of BS50's. If you run the BS64 or the SunTours, you won't have reliable indexing. Either would be fine for a friction-only setup. And the front won't be an issue since none of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-16, 05:05 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Alas, I have no pic, but I can tell you I used...

Alas, I have no pic, but I can tell you I used one with no problems on my Univega conversion with those sweet red anodized low-profile DiaCompe cantis. I later migrated the full parts group to a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-13, 09:44 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Ok, that's heading in the right direction. Since...

Ok, that's heading in the right direction. Since you brought it up, what's a good rule of thumb for general tire clearance, assuming I could change the radius however much I needed to? I mean,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-13, 06:55 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Fender question

Without getting into brand recommendations, can any of you share your experiences with different radius issues stemming from the huge frame clearance on older MTBs? Like, is it better to use a fender...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-13, 12:19 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Hi guys. Haven't tuned in for a while, a lot of...

Hi guys. Haven't tuned in for a while, a lot of really amazing builds, I'll be updating mine soon. But while I'm here, anybody looking for a new project frameset? Paint looks rough but it looks like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-13, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I'm having the same problem with my friend's...

I'm having the same problem with my friend's Asahi. I thought extra small frames were harder to come by, and given the components relative to others on the local CL I'm not asking a whole lot. I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-13, 05:02 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

oh, and something I meant to include in that...

oh, and something I meant to include in that longish post: I notice that most of you are running your cables the same way I am, any negative experiences with snagging the cables during trail rides...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-13, 04:54 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Sure, but assuming you HAD to buy them, what...

Sure, but assuming you HAD to buy them, what would be the advantage of spending nearly as much on friction-only SunTours?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-13, 03:05 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

some cockpit questions:

Ok, somebody clarified the Origin8 Gary issue for me, apparently what I have is the second version, though not labelled "Gary II". I haven't tried the Midges or Woodchippers, but I got the Gary bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-13, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I built up a CrossPoint, which was the top-end of...

I built up a CrossPoint, which was the top-end of the range that came all Deore. I never weighed it but it would have made a respectable tourer from my estimation
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-13, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

1. YES. 2. Powdercoat. The original paint...

1. YES.

2. Powdercoat. The original paint wasn't that great, though I did like the color. I was thinking I could live with it but a lot was missing. Unfortunate surface rust shared a hue similar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-13, 04:32 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Ahh, but that is a Deore MT60 crank on a UN72 BB,...

Ahh, but that is a Deore MT60 crank on a UN72 BB, the kind with removable cups on both sides, SR pedals and a Sport LX rear derailleur:p

But yeah, most everything else is 90's NOS or newer.

I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-13, 03:38 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

310966310967310969310970 Really guys?...

310966310967310969310970


Really guys? Zero props on this one? Weight weenies hijacking show-n-tell? You hurt my tender feelings :cry:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-13, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Is that a front loading stem or did you modify it...

Is that a front loading stem or did you modify it to accept drops? Also, what kind of u-brake are you running? Might you be able to save some weight there with a modern CNC unit?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-13, 01:12 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I gotta work up to that long of a ride, but I do...

I gotta work up to that long of a ride, but I do have a van:)

Anyway, here is the Alpina Pro. I wish I could have kept the original brown metallic, but I think it was too far gone. I started out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-13, 07:05 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Roos Mt. Hood debacle

The Schwinn Mirada hasn't come through yet, so when I saw a pretty complete Ross on CL I jumped on it. The original stem was sold before I got there unfortunately, and even though it's a late 80's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-13, 10:33 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I just installed Odyssey Ghost pads on my...

I just installed Odyssey Ghost pads on my chainstay u-brake, and they're amazing little creatures. I do use a 203mm disc in front for probably about 80% of my braking, but the rear modulates well and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-13, 05:11 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

While we're talking about brakes, have any of you...

While we're talking about brakes, have any of you u-brake or rollercam guys tried any of the new time trial brakes from TRP? http://www.trpbrakes.com/category.php?productid=1058&catid=182
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Weighing in on the u brake

I have a DiaCompe 988 or something like that, and it sucked until I replaced the pads. I think the pad compound has more to do with stopping power than anything else, and even steel rims will stop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-13, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Oh yeah, hi there! I bought the Schwinn...

Oh yeah, hi there! I bought the Schwinn Crosspoint from you the year before. Oh, and some bad news-the derailleur hanger on the Miyata was stripped, so I'm not rebuilding it into a tourer, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

updates to the Frankencross: 305786305787 ...

updates to the Frankencross:
305786305787

Today we have the new Acera 28/38/48 replacing the old Specialized 22/32/42 set, new Odyssey Ghost pads on the u-brake, and GARY BARS WITH BAR ENDS. Yes,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-13, 01:19 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I like this thread. I mean, I really like it....

I like this thread. I mean, I really like it. Why? Because I feel that these old bikes are forgotten, as department store "mountain" bikes and "hybrid" bikes have tainted their public reputation...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-13, 03:56 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Back to the show-and-tell... 305179 ...

Back to the show-and-tell...

305179

This one is an Asahi Palisade, Tange Infinity MTB tubing, bought as a bare frame to build up as a commuter/tourer for small riders. Two sets of eyelets front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-13, 03:42 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Why did you ditch the headshok?

Why did you ditch the headshok?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-13, 07:09 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

FYI there is a Schwinn High Sierra chrome fork...

FYI there is a Schwinn High Sierra chrome fork with U brake studs on the bay right now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-13, 07:03 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

304142 No dice. It has short horizontal...

304142

No dice. It has short horizontal drops that set it apart from others with fastback seatstays and chainstay mounted u brakes. It has a few different very long serial numbers in various spots...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-13, 06:10 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Okay, does this bike have front U brake mounts or...

Okay, does this bike have front U brake mounts or not? It looks like the studs have been removed and a caliper brake has been installed. Why would they use a rear u brake and a front caliper from the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-13, 06:05 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

It looks like it does...

It looks like it does...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-13, 06:43 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Isn't that a sidepull U-brake? I would think it...

Isn't that a sidepull U-brake? I would think it to be a specialty item for gyro equipped BMX bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-13, 08:46 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

Looking back through this thread, I came across a...

Looking back through this thread, I came across a photo of an Ibis Avion that shares many details. This came sans decals of any kind, so I've been building blind. Current weight without u-lock: 34.5...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-13, 08:06 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,720,698
Posted By Taxi Rob

I don't even know what it is, but it's got...

I don't even know what it is, but it's got Tourney derailleurs, SL-BS64 shifters, Tektro levers, Ritchey headset, 203mm XT rotor, CX75 caliper, Nexus dynohub, Brooks Flyer, Kenda Kross tires, and a...
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