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Old 02-17-20, 07:41 AM
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Bikepirates have apparently moved, and have not updated their website since. Bike Pirates | A DIY bike shop
Yes, the landlord was asking for a big rent increase and they had to move.
They've got a new spot near Bloor and Dundas but I don't know the address.
There's a winter show coming up in Brantford.
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Thank you. Hope to be there...
Jamie puts on a summer show as well, at his farm.Generally 3-4 weeks before
the Toronto Show. I chose the end of July so as not
to interfere with his original show.
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Originally Posted by hobbs1951
Interesting thread guys, motivates me to lavish some attention on my 1966 Superbe, bought from the widow of the original owner; a lecturer at the University of Hull during Phillip Larkin's time. He rode it to the university everyday during summer months. Completely original with some paint loss but little or no rust. Green Brooks mattress saddle, green saddle bag and - rare - green Raleigh branded pump, four speed Sturmey Archer...I clicked my Sturmey Archer gear and pedalled'til I nearly burst...dynamo, huge Raleigh branded bell, period mileometer, tools, handbook and event the steering lock key. Headlamp reflector needs re-silvering and new tyres (amberwalls ?), tubes and brake blocks re needed - pedals are shot, but readily available.
Ah, another man of culture. I have two of this myself, never been lucky enough to find one with the FSU though. Annoyingly the chaincase on the more original bike split open and warped, so it rubs the chain and makes an annoying noise. Maybe I'll bring it out of storage this summer, and see what I can do. The other is from just before they went cotterless and was a wreck, half the parts are from india now but I ride it everyday.
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Originally Posted by W.L.SOON
Hi Dave,thank you for taking the trouble.
My rear hub brake has the correct arm. It is just the front one. So ok,let me get this straight:you mean that the HSB 408 is not the CORRECT fit for our front brakes? It will fit on but the angle will be incorrect,is that it? That is why you had to have it welded and redone the hole to get the correct angle?

As for the rear hub brake,I am lacking the rear lower bell-crank and the adjoining threaded rod to pull the rear brake lever. Were these parts never sold as spares/replacements,but only came with the bike back in those days?🤔

Thank you Dave. All the best!😀👍
Apologies, I read and replied too fast as I have a million things happening in my head and life at the moment

To clarify: HSB408 I used on the front and corrected the angle with weld, drill, file to shape. Sorry for the confusion, I see that you asked what number is on the back of the cam arm and thought you were asking about the rear cam arm (which should be part HSB 220). I didn't get to my DL-1 yesterday and am unlikely to see it again for a few more days.
Earlier on in this century (seems weird to say that!) there were still some rod-to-drum conversion kits being sold online but I haven't seen or heard of them for a long time. You may be able to piece together a set from individual parts from UK sellers.

I'm still looking for a rear access panel for a DL-1 chaincase if anyone has one they might be willing to part with, or sees one for sale, can they please let me know?


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A couple from the local CL.

https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/...076613599.html

Vintage 1964 Rudge Deluxe Bicycle - $495 (Richmond, VA.)


bicycle frame material: steel
bicycle type: cruiser
brake type: caliper
condition: excellent
electric assist: none
frame size: 54cm
handlebar type: cruiser
make / manufacturer: Rudge
model name / number: Deluxe
suspension: none (rigid)
wheel size: 26 in
This vintage 1964 Rudge Sturmey Archer 3 speed deluxe bicycle made in England in original finish is in excellent condition and perfect running condition. English Brooks saddle, Schwinn battery operated front and rear running lights, generator powered headlight all in great condition. Also included is a Trek "Vapor" helmet, chrome bicycle tire pump new set of brake pads, two bike locks one key operated and the other combination operated, new pair of MKS Touring Pedals, new Sigma speedo/clock, new Lumotec IQ Classic LED light for hub dynamo and a small tin of Brooks Proofed leather dressing for the saddle. There is also a very scarce new Sturmey Archer chrome front wheel DynoHub included.Call show contact info

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Antique Phillip's 3 Speed Rod Brake Coaster Bike - $125 (Midlothian)


bicycle frame material: other/unknown
bicycle type: cruiser
frame size: 00
wheel size: other/unknown
All pieces seem to be there. Just needs a good cleaning, brake adjustment and air in tires.
Neat bike
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Hi Dave,thanks for clarifying and for your sharing.😁👌
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Originally Posted by arty dave
Apologies, I read and replied too fast as I have a million things happening in my head and life at the moment

To clarify: HSB408 I used on the front and corrected the angle with weld, drill, file to shape. Sorry for the confusion, I see that you asked what number is on the back of the cam arm and thought you were asking about the rear cam arm (which should be part HSB 220). I didn't get to my DL-1 yesterday and am unlikely to see it again for a few more days.
Earlier on in this century (seems weird to say that!) there were still some rod-to-drum conversion kits being sold online but I haven't seen or heard of them for a long time. You may be able to piece together a set from individual parts from UK sellers.

I'm still looking for a rear access panel for a DL-1 chaincase if anyone has one they might be willing to part with, or sees one for sale, can they please let me know?

I wonder what the thinking was back then.
I can see the benefits of enclosing a chain and
an oil bath but.....
They can be a real pain in the ass when you need to change a tire
and they seem to rub as well.
Maybe a new chain was relatively expensive back then.

Installing a chain....
https://threespeedmania.wordpress.co...rcules-update/
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I think that the full chaincase may have the mother-of-invention for the pants clip.
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Seller says it's English but I don't believe it.

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Tall ladies' frame, 23". These can be hard to find.

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OT
I'm reading a book about the Apollo Space Program.
Bendix, well known for their 2 speed kick back hub also built
the navigation systems for the Saturn 5 rockets.


She's a "speedist" and should learn to be more tolerant and inclusive.
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I'm reading a book about the Apollo Space Program.
Bendix, well known for their 2 speed kick back hub also built
the navigation systems for the Saturn 5 rockets.
She's a "speedist" and should learn to be more tolerant and inclusive.
What a weird ad. Straw hat? Blue bands, yellow bands but 'Look for the red bands'. I didn't think good reefer was available in '61.
Houston, we have a problem.

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What a weird ad. Straw hat? Blue bands, yellow bands but 'Look for the red bands'. I didn't think good reefer was available in '61.
Houston, we have a problem.
As it turns out, Bendix was very involved with the 60's space program.
I do like a 2 speed kick back.
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Originally Posted by gster
As it turns out, Bendix was very involved with the 60's space program.
I do like a 2 speed kick back.
I'm with you. Our family stable has 3 active 2 speed kickbacks. I just think that ad would get a marketing student a failing grade, even in 61.
The brakes are the softest, surest, safest but when rare problems occur, take the hub to your dealer 'cuz he's a brake specialist?

Maybe Bendix wasn't allowed to promote their involvement in the space program, but straw hats on country girls doesn't work.
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Originally Posted by clubman
I'm with you. Our family stable has 3 active 2 speed kickbacks. I just think that ad would get a marketing student a failing grade, even in 61.
The brakes are the softest, surest, safest but when rare problems occur, take the hub to your dealer 'cuz he's a brake specialist?

Maybe Bendix wasn't allowed to promote their involvement in the space program, but straw hats on country girls doesn't work.
Yeah, I can't see that ad making any converts.
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What was the tallest 'Ladies' frame Raleigh built?
A guy down the road from me has a 6 speed Raleigh Sprite in a ladies frame that's even big for me and I'm 6ft 3" tall with a 36" inseam. The frame resembles the silver Sports above but it sits taller than a comparable man's frame for some reason. I was thinking of buying it to swap the rear wheel over to my same year Sports but the darn ladies frame rides so well I'd hate to part it out. As I get older the step through frame is kind of nice.
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Originally Posted by gster
As it turns out, Bendix was very involved with the 60's space program.
I do like a 2 speed kick back.
Bendix was a very diverse company. Bicycle brakes, starter drives, aviation, air brakes, bicycle hubs. The list goes on.
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Yeah, I can't see that ad making any converts.
I missed that ad when I was a kid. So that's what went wrong...
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Originally Posted by thumpism
Seller says it's English but I don't believe it.

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Heh, with a name like Peugeot, I don't either. It does probably have a British built Sturmey Archer 3 speed hub and shifter though.
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By the late 70's, there's was a lot more cross pollination going on than you suspect. In addition to the Raleigh rim pictured, I've got Michelin tires Made in England to fit it.

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Originally Posted by dirtman
What was the tallest 'Ladies' frame Raleigh built?
A guy down the road from me has a 6 speed Raleigh Sprite in a ladies frame that's even big for me and I'm 6ft 3" tall with a 36" inseam. The frame resembles the silver Sports above but it sits taller than a comparable man's frame for some reason. I was thinking of buying it to swap the rear wheel over to my same year Sports but the darn ladies frame rides so well I'd hate to part it out. As I get older the step through frame is kind of nice.
Go ahead and start your own thread. This is just going to get buried here.
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New Hudson

My latest project is English, but not a three speed.


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By the late 70's, there's was a lot more cross pollination going on than you suspect. In addition to the Raleigh rim pictured, I've got Michelin tires Made in England to fit it.
Raleigh rim made in France?
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My latest project is English, but not a three speed.


I've seen these older junior models in catalogs, but never found one here in the states. Good shape for a kid bike. They usually took a beating. At least my old Columbia sure did.
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Originally Posted by dirtman
What was the tallest 'Ladies' frame Raleigh built?
A guy down the road from me has a 6 speed Raleigh Sprite in a ladies frame that's even big for me and I'm 6ft 3" tall with a 36" inseam. The frame resembles the silver Sports above but it sits taller than a comparable man's frame for some reason. I was thinking of buying it to swap the rear wheel over to my same year Sports but the darn ladies frame rides so well I'd hate to part it out. As I get older the step through frame is kind of nice.
I've never seen one larger than 23" but that doesn't mean they don't exist. Sprite production might have been different from Sports production. Get a tape measure and post some pix of that bike. If it were significantly taller it would be obvious. In addition to my 23" men's Sports I have a 23" ladies' stashed away for future need, as you opined.
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