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Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-16-24, 05:12 PM

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‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

My front pads are pretty level but the rear pads...

My front pads are pretty level but the rear pads hit the rim at a distinct downward angle. Thanks for the tip on the SunTour XC Pro cantis. I’ll see if I can find a set.

This bike is pure friction...

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-16-24, 10:43 AM

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What type of crankset is this?

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Whoops, jervela and merziac got there before me…

Whoops, jervela and merziac got there before me…

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-15-24, 10:50 PM

Replies: 24

‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

Thanks for the encouraging words. I’m trying the...

Thanks for the encouraging words. I’m trying the 700c conversion with a pair of SunTour Sprint hubs laced to Sun CR18 rims. It looks good with 28mm Panaracer GKs, tomorrow I’ll try with 35mm Paselas....

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-15-24, 12:31 PM

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‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

I tried a 700c wheel on the front. Everything...

I tried a 700c wheel on the front. Everything looks good to me, but I’d love hear from those with more experience doing these conversions. What should I be looking for?
...

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-15-24, 10:09 AM

Replies: 24

‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

You’re right, they’re definitely not 901s, my...

You’re right, they’re definitely not 901s, my mistake. I’ll change the build list. The eBay listing said they’re 981s, but they have double-ended straddle cables. Could they be 960s?
...

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-15-24, 09:48 AM

Replies: 24

‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

I’ve read a ton of threads about successful...

I’ve read a ton of threads about successful conversions. I’m going to try a 700c this afternoon. Am I correct in thinking it’s usually the front brake that causes problems? Just to be clear, the...

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-15-24, 08:29 AM

Replies: 24

‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

I’m curious, in what way was the Miyata better?...

I’m curious, in what way was the Miyata better? Was the handling under load significantly different? The Fuji seems to have pretty low trail; perhaps it would perform better with a heavier front...

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-15-24, 08:25 AM

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‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

I’m sticking with 27” for now. Not sure if the...

I’m sticking with 27” for now. Not sure if the cantis will work with 700c on this frame. I’ve got some wheels I could try but I’d have to violate the no-Shimano rule (and spread the frame).

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-14-24, 05:07 PM

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‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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Posted By schensted

Thanks! It is a beautiful color, really sparkles...

Thanks! It is a beautiful color, really sparkles in the sun.

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-14-24, 03:49 PM

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‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

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‘84 Fuji Touring Series V Refurbishment

I’ve always admired the Japanese-built loaded touring bikes of the early-mid ‘80s, classics like the Miyata 1000, Specialized Expedition, Nishiki Cresta, and the subject of this project, the Fuji...

Forum: Classic & Vintage

03-08-24, 10:26 AM

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What came in the post for you today?

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Posted By schensted

Phil Wood retaining rings for the Suntour Vx...

Phil Wood retaining rings for the Suntour Vx bottom bracket on my ‘84 Fuji Touring Series V. The original rings require a special tool which is virtually impossible to find. Had to use big...

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