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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

1972 Superbe ...

1972 Superbe
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x768/p1060669_87d03c672ae90d91d2ef0fb9d2b7ee7a1daa738b.jpg
I've not had this one out for several years but needed to cart some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

She really likes the bike so I'm going to do a...

She really likes the bike so I'm going to do a little bit of work on it and
hand it off early next week.
She has a Raleigh Folder currently and will probably leave that with me.
Glad to see it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

1973/74 Ladies' Superbe This one came back to...

1973/74 Ladies' Superbe
This one came back to me last week. The owner never rode it and it's been gathering dust
in a garage for the past 10 years or so....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Its back together and I'll install it later today...

Its back together and I'll install it later today or tomorrow and see how it performs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

An Odd Failure. In the fall, the hub on my best...

An Odd Failure.
In the fall, the hub on my best bike locked up while riding. It wasn't even under any real load.
Dated 1961, it's been trouble free and very smooth....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I think you've done quite a nice job on those.

I think you've done quite a nice job on those.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Oddball Raleigh Three Speeds from 1977. ...

Oddball Raleigh Three Speeds from 1977.
https://www.facebook.com/watch?v=206109112495792
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I've got this one from the 50's with decent...

I've got this one from the 50's with decent paint....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-13-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

An Odd Issue My favourite bike, the Bitsa had...

An Odd Issue
My favourite bike, the Bitsa had an unusual problem last week
I was casually riding home when the back wheel "locked up".
That is to say it wouldn't free wheel backwards. I was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

1962 Canadian Superbe A friend brought this...

1962 Canadian Superbe
A friend brought this over yesterday for a little tune up....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

1957 Robin Hood in Toronto Listed on Facebook...

1957 Robin Hood in Toronto
Listed on Facebook Market Place @ $175.00
Looks to be in very good condition...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 07:04 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I think the "slop" you refer to is due to the...

I think the "slop" you refer to is due to the larger cog. I notice this with my Superbe that has a 22 or 23 cog.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-23, 03:38 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

This is my trusty 1978 Canadian built/assembled...

This is my trusty 1978 Canadian built/assembled Raleigh Superbe.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/p1030256_33904f38fe7e5bf1200ae35d95bd1d8256383924.jpg
This bike was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-23, 03:18 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

OT but still interesting... ...

OT but still interesting...
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/p1030248_a8b8fba4546a2062dbaa58667c5f69ca231dc408.jpg
A Bitsa that I put together a few years back.
A...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

My experience/lesson learned is NOT to spin the...

My experience/lesson learned is NOT to spin the wheel/hub without the indicator in place.
I was adjusting the hub play with the wheel in place and the key came out of its' "nest" and got chewed up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-22, 01:38 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I started a 6 speed project in the spring but...

I started a 6 speed project in the spring but haven't pursued it.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/285x177/download_fcc0bc5a83843a2ed68286d353dfdad2cf46dab7.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-22, 08:32 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Could be a S/A 3 Speed..... There's a...

Could be a S/A 3 Speed.....
There's a shifter...
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x472/main_qimg_f83f7d766252b04a0e1bec234b83dc38_47e63ef8eb2cb5a4ed5cbc6b671b4197f1aebdd4.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-22, 07:03 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

It turns out he paid $300 for this sad collection...

It turns out he paid $300 for this sad collection of parts.
The wheels were loose and the front wheel barely clears the top of the fork..
Even with a short caliper up front, the pads are making...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-22, 10:54 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Buyer Beware! A friend of mine brought this...

Buyer Beware!
A friend of mine brought this P.O.S over yesterday to see if I could help....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-22, 04:48 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Very nice. I have a similar bike in Burgandy......

Very nice.
I have a similar bike in Burgandy...
I added the throttle controls to mine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-22, 06:26 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I've swapped out the cogs on most of my bikes,...

I've swapped out the cogs on most of my bikes, 19,20 and 21T.
You'll need a new chain as well but it's worth it.
Nice lookin' bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-22, 08:05 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

That explains a lot of things.

That explains a lot of things.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Yes, a tall 23" Superbe would suit you just...

Yes, a tall 23" Superbe would suit you just fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-22, 09:06 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

1966 Honda 305 Super Hawk ...

1966 Honda 305 Super Hawk
https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/cycle-zen-art-and-motorcycle-maintenance-comes-smithsonian-180973836/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-22, 02:57 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Slightly O.T. Several rears ago I went to buy a...

Slightly O.T.
Several rears ago I went to buy a Hercules (AMF) from a guy for $75.00
He also had one of these for sale for $8000 which I thought was a lot.......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-22, 10:29 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

No, he's joined his other fallen friends on the...

No, he's joined his other fallen friends on the wall of valor...
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/p1030069_495d33ef62e5ce1d7bd0ab4bf8afef9c92f0eaaa.jpg
These guys...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-22, 05:29 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Raleigh Oddball ...

Raleigh Oddball

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x720/281963874_5402962506414878_448774692327925604_n_a368040929e345f18c8436759ae6b5cf88a03548.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-22, 12:50 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Yes, I've heard good things. Between the...

Yes, I've heard good things.
Between the shipping/duties and exchange rate I don't think it
would work out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-22, 02:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Thanks for all the suggestions... I think I'll...

Thanks for all the suggestions...
I think I'll hang it on the wall.
It's tough to say good bye to an old friend....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-22, 04:53 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

The classic Saturday Night and Sunday Morning...

The classic
Saturday Night and Sunday Morning with Albert Finney
He actually works in the Raleigh factory.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PrBY6gQqbvo
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-22, 08:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Yes. It seems a shame to "harvest" a perfectly...

Yes.
It seems a shame to "harvest" a perfectly good ladies bike but
it makes financial sense.
Women tend to be a bit kinder to their bikes.......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-22, 10:54 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

The nuts (and everything else) is proprietary to...

The nuts (and everything else) is proprietary to Raleigh.
It's a non standard thread pitch.
The nuts are also softer than the axle to avoid stripping the axle itself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-22, 08:29 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/542x709/1914_sturmey_archer_fx_hub_1_56c5c2e3574c1111a9de1743029594a20f4522a3.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-22, 12:12 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Indeed.. and expensive!

Indeed..
and expensive!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-22, 11:05 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I was thinking the exact thing! We used to...

I was thinking the exact thing!
We used to pedal like crazy to try to impress the girls...
It was exhausting!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 990
Posted By gster

I really think it's which side of the border...

I really think it's which side of the border you're on....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-22, 06:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 990
Posted By gster

I'm glad that I could help. The first time I...

I'm glad that I could help.
The first time I tried to "fix" a hub I didn't.
I made it worse....
In general, these hubs are virtually bullet proof...
Hopefully the axle key didn't grind up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-22, 04:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 990
Posted By gster

I've tried to send a PM but not sure it got...

I've tried to send a PM but not sure it got through.
1976 hub on the front porch on the arm of a
Muskoka chair
188 Sorauren Ave
You'll have to disassemble but you may need other parts.
Greg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-22, 10:35 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I think you need to figure out how much...

I think you need to figure out how much time/energy and money you want to commit to this project.
In the end you may find that it's cheaper/less frustrating to buy another bike that suits your needs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-22, 11:47 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

The front forks look pushed in

The front forks look pushed in
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-22, 08:09 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I have, what I consider to be, a very...

I have, what I consider to be, a very original/stock 1972 Superbe in the garage with gumwalls.
I'll look tomorrow to see if they're Raleigh branded.
I use this bike as a template.
When cutting new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-22, 07:06 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

26 x 1 3/8 tires are getting hard to find at a...

26 x 1 3/8 tires are getting hard to find at a reasonable price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-22, 04:15 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

I don't know much about J.C. Higgins' bikes but I...

I don't know much about J.C. Higgins' bikes but I do know that the Torpedo Duomatic Kickback hub on the CCM is VERY cool...
I've got one installed on a Raleigh/Glider and I really like it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-22, 06:41 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Me too... ...

Me too...
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/p1010678_effe135570344644344d2db97b44c7787ddd9db4.jpg
I'm waiting on a couple of carb rebuild kits.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-22, 07:13 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Shows that there are still some good deals out...

Shows that there are still some good deals out there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Yeah.. Covid shut it down. I've thought of...

Yeah..
Covid shut it down.
I've thought of reviving it but haven't made any steps.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-22, 07:37 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

A collection of posters from the late, great...

A collection of posters from the late, great Toronto Vintage Bicycle Show...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 03:40 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

[QUOTE=Tyres;22486653] The ad for it says ...

[QUOTE=Tyres;22486653]
The ad for it says
"Tires hold air..."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

Another Toronto listing Optimistically priced...

Another Toronto listing
Optimistically priced at $600.00
1968 Raleigh Supercycle 3 Speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 06:40 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,785
Posted By gster

This just popped up on Facebook marketplace......

This just popped up on Facebook marketplace......
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