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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 463
Posted By sunburst

I've bought the Kalloy Uno for a couple of bikes...

I've bought the Kalloy Uno for a couple of bikes and have years of service on one. And I bought it for the same reason, I needed 0.2mm more dia and got tired of the shim approach just to save a few...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 827
Posted By sunburst

Great tip. I put on gloves anticipating some...

Great tip. I put on gloves anticipating some potential busted knuckles, but this is even better.
I've fixed/flipped/restored about a hundred bikes now (I've kept a list) but am completely...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 827
Posted By sunburst

OMG! This is genius!!! It took so little force!...

OMG! This is genius!!! It took so little force! Both pedals came off with a fairly easy push. And this solves ALL the problems with the crank moving, the bike moving, the tires compressing, the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 827
Posted By sunburst

I tried it and a dime looks perfect. But I...

I tried it and a dime looks perfect. But I ordered the right tool anyway. $11 on Amazon. This is the 2nd time I've needed it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 827
Posted By sunburst

I ignored that right away. I learned very long...

I ignored that right away. I learned very long ago about the non-driveside pedal being reverse threaded. I think I still have the scar from my wrench extension slipping off and hitting me right in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 827
Posted By sunburst

I知 stuck, pedals stuck, crank extraction

usual disclaimer - I mainly work on vintage.

Pedals stuck on a mountain bike. Nothing usual about them. Also, I致e never had a pedal I couldn稚 remove. I知 working on the drive side, so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 160,240
Posted By sunburst

Can you give us a link? When I search for "Cheng...

Can you give us a link? When I search for "Cheng Shin C-979D", at AliExpress, I get a page of sex toys.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-18-23, 12:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,383
Posted By sunburst

Here’s my mule. ...

Here’s my mule.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1286_9a92567ca072d28b5f337ed7ddf25e905a3da925.jpeg
Forum: Living Car Free
12-18-23, 12:29 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 53,618
Posted By sunburst

My current number of “keeper” bikes is 11 but...

My current number of “keeper” bikes is 11 but also I’ve got half a dozen projects in the works.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,713
Posted By sunburst

Damned shame! Such a beautiful bike.The way that...

Damned shame! Such a beautiful bike.The way that fork was mangled that must have been a big hit you took.

I am always gobsmacked when I see a vintage (50+ years!) bike with great paint. I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-23, 06:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,713
Posted By sunburst

I know this is a ghost thread but I just googled...

I know this is a ghost thread but I just googled Pantine because one showed up on FB and this thread appeared. Yours is an outstanding example of a vintage French bike. I've been restoring Peugeots...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 12:15 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,844
Posted By sunburst

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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I picked this up Saturday. 1971 Racer. Very enthusiastic about it. I haven't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 11:57 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 13,638
Posted By sunburst

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2876_298d7ca6f95d45762eb277c53cd90a4af962a0a7.jpeg
It looks almost red in this photo, but it is very orange in real life.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-23, 11:45 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

I added a B67, Uno setback seat post, and basket...

I added a B67, Uno setback seat post, and basket to mine recently. The previous owner put on the new stem, risers and Electra grips (feel really great!). All these changes made a too small frame fit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 203
Posted By sunburst

Thx. Ordered it.

Thx. Ordered it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-23, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 203
Posted By sunburst

Campy BB tool?

I've never worked on campy. What do I need for this BB? Park BBT-5/FR-11?
Park BBT-5/FR-11 (https://www.parktool.com/en-us/product/freewheel-remover-bottom-bracket-tool-bbt-5-fr-11)

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

OK, thx everybody. Oil in the IGH, grease in the...

OK, thx everybody. Oil in the IGH, grease in the BB. It must have grease in the BB because there is no oil residue anywhere. I will eventually take it apart. I've done it many times on other bikes,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-23, 07:53 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

another lube question. I just noticed a lube...

another lube question. I just noticed a lube port on the bottom bracket of my Royal Scot this weekend...what!? That kind of blows my mind. Does the same oil go in all three ports: front hub, BB and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-23, 10:43 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

I badly misspelled it. It's Joannou. A very small...

I badly misspelled it. It's Joannou. A very small NYC(?) importer that brought in frames and created the brand, iirc. So, an American bike, English frame, French name.
I call it my "mule", since...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 226
Posted By sunburst

what tool for this BB?

What tools do I need to remove this SRAM Rival GXP compact crank and BB?
I'm taking this '86 Trek back to stock, then selling.

Usual disclaimer, I mainly do vintage. Never worked on this BB type....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-23, 03:57 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

The tires had been replaced before I got it with...

The tires had been replaced before I got it with Michelin World Tour. They are very affordable and I saw some reasonable reviews. At 1 3/8" they feel great. I've got another English bike, Reynolds...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-18-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 620
Posted By sunburst

Thx!

Thx!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-17-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 620
Posted By sunburst

WTB All Terrain vs Specialized Crossroads

As you can see, I don't have a gravel bike but primarily ride on gravel/hardpack, and the street getting there. So, I thought this forum would be the best place to ask about tires....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-17-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

Woohoo, fixed the various Royal Scot problems...

Woohoo, fixed the various Royal Scot problems (shifting, two flats, stripped axle nut) and dialed in the ergos. Now it's an everyday fun city bike. I found excuses to run three separate errands on it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 01:29 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 779,055
Posted By sunburst

I bought an 25.4mm UNO 602 on Amazon last week...

I bought an 25.4mm UNO 602 on Amazon last week for an old Raleigh. $18. I chose this one because of the 24mm offset, which I needed for this too-small bike. I got a tip recently that acetone can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-23, 02:26 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

good tips. thx. what is your lube? 30 weight...

good tips. thx. what is your lube? 30 weight motor oil was mentioned by someone earlier.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-23, 02:25 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

You're talking about this one. It's 16mm? It...

You're talking about this one. It's 16mm? It looked so much wider. That's why I asked. I've got a very thin, very cheap set of cone wrenches from Performance (their former house brand). That's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

I really appreciate the adjustment tips. I...

I really appreciate the adjustment tips. I googled a few articles also. My rear wheel is operating and shifting very well now, although I need to take it for a real shakedown ride.

But my friend's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-23, 10:29 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

I'm putting a B67 on mine tomorrow when my new...

I'm putting a B67 on mine tomorrow when my new seatpost arrives.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

woohoo! found the nuts in a shop in the next town...

woohoo! found the nuts in a shop in the next town over, about 5 miles. In my town, we've had 4 bikes shops go out of business in the last five years, one of which fixed old bikes and almost certainly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

The brakes were setup this way, and felt and...

The brakes were setup this way, and felt and worked so well that I wasn't tempted to change it. I was surprised at the feel given the calipers look so cheap. Good to know this is the preferred ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

My "new" Royal Scot - need axle nuts

A friend gave me this Royal Scot recently and I've been trying to get it road worthy. Disclaimer: I do mostly French restorations, so English issues, especially IGH's, are new to me.

I cleaned it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 277
Posted By sunburst

I could not find an appropriately sized blade...

I could not find an appropriately sized blade reamer and/or did not understand the choices, so did not pursue that, although that sounds like the best approach. Coincidentally the only other time I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 277
Posted By sunburst

Motobecane mixte seatpost diameter?

I'm restoring a Moto mixte and the previous guy put in a 25.4mm post. It seems like slightly small because you have to completely close the gap in the seatpost slot to keep it from rotating. Yet,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-20-23, 09:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 835
Posted By sunburst

Thx for circling the salient point. I saw that in...

Thx for circling the salient point. I saw that in the catalog pic posted, but that detail was not registering in my brain.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-19-23, 12:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 835
Posted By sunburst

I'm confused. Don't know what strap or cage loops...

I'm confused. Don't know what strap or cage loops are. Does the cage loop go around the dust cap? I see the difference between mine and the '60's 1037 pedal, posted by juvela.
What range of years...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-18-23, 06:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 835
Posted By sunburst

Thx! Lord, if I would have put them on that $300...

Thx! Lord, if I would have put them on that $300 Peugeot to sell, and then learned what they were! The straps have remnants of Binda, but could not see Alfredo at all. Other than that, they are...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-18-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 835
Posted By sunburst

Campy pedal model?

anyone know what model and era these are, and what they are worth? I was about to put them on a flip Peugeot, then noticed they are campy. Campy pedals have a wide range of (high!) prices on ebay....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By sunburst

That what I was looking for ... the trick! I...

That what I was looking for ... the trick!
I was hoping to find someone that either owned one, or worked on one.
TYVM! I've got lights!

Bob

ps. bought it used, fixed it up and now it's going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-23, 07:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By sunburst

maybe. I thought of that already. I will look...

maybe. I thought of that already. I will look again, but that's why I mentioned the bracket wasn't bent. I don't see any adjustments in the direction of the tire. I can adjust it up or down,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 271
Posted By sunburst

Breezer Citizen generator stuck

Just bought a Breezer and can't pivot the generator toward the tire. I'm old enough to have had generators before and they all moved when you pushed. This one doesn't, and I don't see any release...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 779,055
Posted By sunburst

Schwalbe Delta Cruisers 40-635

edit: tires were returned
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

Here's one I'm shipping to a friend in CO...

Here's one I'm shipping to a friend in CO tomorrow. Remarkably well preserved. Someone took really good care of it. I replaced tires and brake pads. I would have replaced all the cables but never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,535,535
Posted By sunburst

Raleigh DL1 Tourist

A guy on Nextdoor listed a DL1 Tourist for "best offer". I asked him what he wanted (I just needed a rear wheel) and he came back with $1800. I was gobsmacked and told him so. As someone who has...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-14-22, 01:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,081
Posted By sunburst

This worked! Stuck Shimano Shifter I used...

This worked! Stuck Shimano Shifter

I used WD40, then Tri-Flo, with the bike upside down like this video. I rode in the hills yesterday and it didn't miss a shift.
I will return with a long-term...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-22, 01:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,081
Posted By sunburst

This makes a whole lot of sense to me. And it had...

This makes a whole lot of sense to me. And it had crossed my mind also. I'm always suspicious when movement depends on a spring AND smooth cable operation. It's why replacing cable/housing is the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-07-22, 02:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,081
Posted By sunburst

Shimano ST-6603. Fortunately, Giant included a...

Shimano ST-6603. Fortunately, Giant included a few Shimano data sheets with the bike purchase. Otherwise, I could find no markings on the brifters, except "Flight Deck".

Thx for the tips everyone!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-22, 08:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,081
Posted By sunburst

Ultegra brifters getting flakey

usual disclaimer, I mostly work on vintage bikes. However, when the stars align I can get indexing to work on a modern bike.

But my problem is stranger (to me) than indexing. When I release the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-22, 11:27 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 160,240
Posted By sunburst

I've bought 3 pair for two Motobecane and one...

I've bought 3 pair for two Motobecane and one Nishiki mixte. I used to consider them my favorite 27" (and they are still very close) until I finally accepted the extra size and weight of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 249
Posted By sunburst

Royal Scot 3-speed wheel options?

apologies in advance for repeating a topic that has almost certainly been covered, but I did spend lots of times searching BF for the info. However, For The Love of English 3-speeds thread has 26K...
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