Electra P71 build
11-22-19, 07:29 PM
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Electra P71 build
2 speed kickback
High flange action
Delicious
Speedplay flats
Been sitting on this frame for a few years. My son expressed some interest.....the build is on;-)
11-27-19, 07:28 AM
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Looking forward to seeing it done!
11-30-19, 11:58 AM
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Found a craigslist mid 80's Nishiki Colorado for parts
Time for some paint thinner
This should shine up without too much elbow grease.
Primer and a let the sun do the rest.
Looking good.
Need a green crossbar pad now.
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12-06-19, 06:09 PM
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Grip action
Found some supercaz grips for the machine....
Tried to match the lever color.....
Tried to match the lever color.....
12-15-19, 09:11 AM
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Wheel time!
These should look good with the lighter color hoops
Black graphics, black spokes
Hand cut the spokes with a nice Phil Wood machine...
Spoke dust
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12-23-19, 11:11 PM
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Teaser pic.
Too busy with Christmas and family to spend time on this project.....Front wheel is almost complete :-)
SA High flange is looking good!
SA High flange is looking good!
12-25-19, 11:50 AM
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Christmas build
Merry Xmas folks! Happy Holidays to the PC people...
Xmas build is almost complete!
Xmas build is almost complete!
12-25-19, 03:36 PM
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How did you know the correct length for thew spokes and where did you get a spoke cutting machine? Thats a little above and beyond for the average bike guy. lol
12-27-19, 07:00 AM
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I did the initial calculations using a digital caliper and plugging them into one of several online calculators. I got the front measurements correct, but fubared the rear. Still don't know how I was off after double and triple checking. LBS had the spoke cutting machine;-)
12-27-19, 08:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Londonsworld
I did the initial calculations using a digital caliper and plugging them into one of several online calculators. I got the front measurements correct, but fubared the rear. Still don't know how I was off after double and triple checking. LBS had the spoke cutting machine;-)
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12-28-19, 05:02 AM
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I have another build I want to get started on once this one is complete (MTB drop bar SS conversion of mid 80's Nishiki Westwood). I will revisit the online calculator(s) again and do some more reading on wheel building.
12-28-19, 06:56 AM
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Don't know whether you tried the calculator ebikesca, but I've never heard of anyone having problems after using it (but my LBS always gives me the sizes to use and I order spokes from them).
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Nipple action
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12-29-19, 08:53 AM
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Rear wheel tricks for fun ;-)
The rear is complete! Radial and four cross for fun...
I am sure someone from the group of "cruiser" folks I ride with will notice this. DS is radial laced and strong four cross on the ND.
I am sure someone from the group of "cruiser" folks I ride with will notice this. DS is radial laced and strong four cross on the ND.
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12-30-19, 11:46 AM
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Rubber is in....
I have put in 500 miles on the Vittoria Street runners with zero issues.
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I've just become a fan of the Vittoria brand this year. Reasonable cost, weight and performance.
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Fw
Entertaining the crazy thought of going tubeless for fun. The MTB folks around here use orange seal vs. Stans. I guess I'll get some gorilla tape later today.
02-01-20, 04:43 PM
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Closer....
I got sidetracked fixing up several bikes for close friends......My sons bike is back on tap;-)
Velox!
Really digging these Vittoria tires!
Velox!
Really digging these Vittoria tires!
02-03-20, 12:09 PM
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Need to find a cool chain and green brake housing....
Can't wait to try this machine;-)
02-07-20, 08:53 AM
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Not the green I wanted....
This will do for now. Might switch to black ;-)
02-09-20, 07:11 PM
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Details....
02-10-20, 09:20 PM
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Izumi chain
Green KMC chain wasn't the right shade....Always had good luck with Izumi chains ;-)
02-12-20, 07:47 PM
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Different handlebar
My son didn't like the bar set up ;-(. Found some old cRusty BMX bars and painted them.
Came out ok....
Came out ok....
02-13-20, 09:10 AM
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I think it needs some wider tires . Just my opinion.
