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03-10-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 296
Posted By Triplecrank92

New Fuso 1st Gen

I thought I would share my latest project. It's a first generation Fuso. Having done some research on the Fuso website, this one belonged to rjhammett in the past. Mr. Hammett restored the frame by...
02-29-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,325
Posted By Triplecrank92

If you go the "block" route, you can minimize the...

If you go the "block" route, you can minimize the paint damage by tightening the block slightly, loosen it, re-position the block over the another part of the dent and then slightly retighten it. ...
02-10-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 947
Posted By Triplecrank92

Well, it didn't take the 30 seconds, but maybe 5...

Well, it didn't take the 30 seconds, but maybe 5 minutes to move the cable and then calibrate the barrel adjuster to smooth out the chain's movement between the cogs. What was unexpected was the...
12-11-23, 06:06 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 81,580
Posted By Triplecrank92

'87 Circuit

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5935_de338cff492b9da2cca364c31405c41fd32c16e6.jpg
11-19-23, 09:24 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,667
Posted By Triplecrank92

‘87 Schwinn Circuit

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08-26-23, 06:30 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,601
Posted By Triplecrank92

Here are my suggestions from my experience: ...

Here are my suggestions from my experience:

To start, use a doorway (as suggested) or a narrow hallway that you can reach the walls with both arms.
Wear tennis shoes, not your clip-in cleats,...
05-24-23, 02:35 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,298
Posted By Triplecrank92

Dear BF Members Who-So-Kindly-Replied-Above, ...

Dear BF Members Who-So-Kindly-Replied-Above,

It's come to my attention, given the replies, that I may not have applied the correct "context" for my original post, aka "therapy". So, in tapping the...
05-23-23, 08:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,298
Posted By Triplecrank92

In Need of Repair and/or Marriage Guidance

Well, I got home today and noticed that the RB-1 was balanced straight up against the wall without a single degree of lean into the wall. Figuring the wife (whom I love) moved it for some reason, I...
03-04-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,419
Posted By Triplecrank92

To Close This Thread

I was finally able to complete the work on the Circuit and took it for its inaugural ride this morning....


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02-18-23, 10:31 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,419
Posted By Triplecrank92

Cables

So back to work on the Circuit. I was able to "correct" the problem with the Cinelli 110mm stem. At some point in the past, I apparently tried my stock of stems on another project and mistakenly...
01-31-23, 07:31 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 74,879
Posted By Triplecrank92

'92 rb-1

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01-27-23, 06:25 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,273
Posted By Triplecrank92

Nice Work....the Bianchi is gorgeous!

Nice Work....the Bianchi is gorgeous!
01-27-23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,419
Posted By Triplecrank92

Kickin the tires

I hobbled the bike together enough to ride around the block a few times this morning to get a quick assessment (like the brake hoods?). Here are the results:

The stem is on the fence in terms of...
01-22-23, 09:20 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,419
Posted By Triplecrank92

Mock Up

Last night, having dissolved the original stem, I installed the handlebars on a parts bin, 110 mm Cinelli stem, but couldn't tighten the clamp down on the bars. The central sleeve of the bars...
01-21-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,419
Posted By Triplecrank92

Clear Coat

To prevent the Testors flat black from rubbing off, I used a can of Rust-Oleum's Matte Clear Enamel to very lightly spray 4 to 5 coats on the fork. If I was going to mess up, I figured it would be...
12-04-22, 08:18 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 81,580
Posted By Triplecrank92

My '87 Prologue

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10-25-22, 05:35 AM
Replies: 1,088
Views: 292,355
Posted By Triplecrank92

'83 tsiv

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10-24-22, 05:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,104
Posted By Triplecrank92

Once you pull the latest tube off and test it, is...

Once you pull the latest tube off and test it, is the new hole in the approximate same spot as the hole in the first tube? If so, I ran across this situation that might give you an answer. I...
09-01-22, 05:31 AM
Replies: 727
Views: 207,531
Posted By Triplecrank92

My '89 Giro

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07-26-22, 06:47 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 62,459
Posted By Triplecrank92

'84 Fuji TSIV

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05-20-22, 08:27 PM
Replies: 286
Views: 39,040
Posted By Triplecrank92

'83 Trek 700

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05-19-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,299
Posted By Triplecrank92

I'll second that! I have a '83 700 which is all...

I'll second that! I have a '83 700 which is all 531. It's one of those sportsters / tweener setups splitting the difference between the touring and racing geometries. Even though it's nearly 40...
05-14-22, 10:58 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 15,568
Posted By Triplecrank92

'83 Fuji Touring Series IV

Brooks saddle, hammered Handsome fenders, with all of the original Suntour Cyclone drive train. I replaced the tires with 27 x 1 Panaracer Paselas to fit the fenders. Still doing some fine...
04-26-22, 06:02 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,849
Posted By Triplecrank92

While I now just lay my bike in the back of the...

While I now just lay my bike in the back of the Highlander when traveling to rides, I am in search of a car for an old bike rack, the En-Flite, a wonderful design (image below borrowed from the web)....
04-24-22, 11:33 AM
Replies: 2,804
Views: 1,118,388
Posted By Triplecrank92

'83 Fuji Touring Series IV

Here's my latest and among one of the prettiest bikes in stable: a 1983 Fuji Touring Series IV. I picked it up several months ago and it was in near pristine condition given how the prior owner had...
04-12-22, 06:04 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,475
Posted By Triplecrank92

1988 Serotta full custom w/ Columbus TSX & Campy...

1988 Serotta full custom w/ Columbus TSX & Campy Chorus - $575https://atlanta.craigslist.org/nat/bik/d/alpharetta-1988-serotta-full-custom/7463951172.html
...
03-01-22, 07:22 AM
Replies: 395
Views: 146,423
Posted By Triplecrank92

I thought I had posted my Giro on this thread, so...

I thought I had posted my Giro on this thread, so what a nice surprise to find I am incorrect. Another opportunity to show pics of the kids! :) However, I need to take another picture since I have...
01-16-22, 06:19 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,475
Posted By Triplecrank92

Batavus Pro

Batavus Professional Roadbike (Vintage, Upgraded) - $200 (Mass St)https://lawrence.craigslist.org/bik/d/lawrence-batavus-professional-roadbike/7429839863.html

Nice looking Batavus, but not in my...
12-12-21, 10:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,650
Posted By Triplecrank92

It's been a weekend for rear...

It's been a weekend for rear derailleurs......Cyclone GT RD Spring Swap (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1243577-cyclone-gt-rd-spring-swap.html)
12-12-21, 08:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,012
Posted By Triplecrank92

Like all things vintage, parts do give out. I've...

Like all things vintage, parts do give out. I've had it happen on other bikes and old cars that I've owned. It's very possible that I unwittingly accelerated the demise of the spring by pushing it...
11-11-21, 03:33 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 26,481
Posted By Triplecrank92

My contribution. I'll confess that I have been...

My contribution. I'll confess that I have been acting like a kid with this thread and admiring the pictures first without reading all the comments. However, I believe some of the comments that I've...
11-11-21, 03:19 AM
Replies: 264
Views: 26,481
Posted By Triplecrank92

Very Nice! If I may ask, with what did you wrap...

Very Nice! If I may ask, with what did you wrap the DS chain stay? The combination of the offsetting colors is striking with the rest of the bike. Much better than the "dead" inner tubes I use on...
10-04-21, 06:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 475
Posted By Triplecrank92

#3: The Crown Jewel of the Bunch: 1983 Fuji...

#3: The Crown Jewel of the Bunch: 1983 Fuji Touring Series IV
While the other two bikes were a fortunate series of being in the right spot at the right time, this one I've been seeking to act as a...
09-27-21, 05:05 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,475
Posted By Triplecrank92

'79 Trek 710?

Frame appears to be a 1979 Trek 710 with some quick research

https://knoxville.craigslist.org/bik/d/knoxville-vintage-trek-city-bike-size/7379776035.html
...
07-09-21, 06:06 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,475
Posted By Triplecrank92

'88 ironman

Goodwill, North Georgia; Local Pick Up; Current Bid $8.

https://www.shopgoodwill.com/Item/125482557

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04-19-21, 07:51 PM
Replies: 3,005
Views: 866,165
Posted By Triplecrank92

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

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...
03-31-21, 05:50 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 18,081
Posted By Triplecrank92

Sweet Raleigh & Bruce Gordon! To use the excuse...

Sweet Raleigh & Bruce Gordon! To use the excuse that I use on wife, "my bikes / colors are like your shoes, Honey, different colors for different moods!" I've got celeste, yellow, black, red/white,...
03-30-21, 06:12 AM
Replies: 163
Views: 18,081
Posted By Triplecrank92

Late Reply

I went through the same head scratcher reworking my Bianchi. Here's what I ended up with...

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1190512-rasta-ride-rebuild-2.html
...
03-27-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 327,539
Posted By Triplecrank92

Allow me to introduce my latest project, #9 as I...

Allow me to introduce my latest project, #9 as I call it, a 1987 Prologue. Having been inspired by ROS’ Prologue build thread, I scoured the web to find a similar black/grey Prologue. Picked up a 56...
03-27-21, 11:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,754
Posted By Triplecrank92

It’s gonna take some pics first to get more...

It’s gonna take some pics first to get more opinions! Make 5 more posts & then you’re golden. Zunows have snazzy paint jobs so we all want to see it!
03-26-21, 02:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,636
Posted By Triplecrank92

And......wait some more! I’ve done the same...

And......wait some more!

I’ve done the same as the others & occasionally pulled, twisted, and heated the seat tube & post to help the oil seep further into the offending corroded joint while...
03-26-21, 06:10 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,636
Posted By Triplecrank92

Or PB Blaster and same approach. Turn it upside...

Or PB Blaster and same approach. Turn it upside down, remove BB and fill up the seattube with a lot PB Blaster and.......wait!
12-25-20, 07:21 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,240
Posted By Triplecrank92

The university side. I wouldn't qualify for the...

The university side. I wouldn't qualify for the seminary side given my warped sense of humor, aka ccDAs.
12-25-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 10,535
Views: 1,535,705
Posted By Triplecrank92

I recently did this with my '88 Expert with a Red...

I recently did this with my '88 Expert with a Red & White fade. As you noted, the white isn't exactly white but faded or yellow/linen white. I was successful in touching up the scratches by mixing...
12-25-20, 11:23 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,240
Posted By Triplecrank92

Umm, Can I be both?

I received a new jersey with my alma mater for being Nice. But then I was Naughty and got myself the Prologue frame for Christmas!
...
11-26-20, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1,186
Views: 390,651
Posted By Triplecrank92

'90 Specialized Stumpjumper

I've had friends tempt me to follow them off-road but I never had any desire to subject my road bikes to those conditions. Ran across this SJ which was all original, even the dry-rotted tires at the...
11-10-20, 06:10 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,475
Posted By Triplecrank92

Miyata 912 16 speed bicycle. - $125 ...

Miyata 912 16 speed bicycle. - $125
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/717511658858826
Manchester, TN

Nice price, right color but wrong size.
...
05-04-20, 05:15 AM
Replies: 82,869
Views: 13,976,475
Posted By Triplecrank92

SEROTTA CSI - $650 - WITH MIX OF DURACE & ULTEGRA...

SEROTTA CSI - $650 - WITH MIX OF DURACE & ULTEGRA

https://neworleans.craigslist.org/bik/d/new-orleans-serotta-road-bike/7113696849.html
...
04-28-20, 08:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,231
Posted By Triplecrank92

I was lucky enough to file the crossed threads...

I was lucky enough to file the crossed threads down and install the BB. I've spent the last week cleaning the old parts from the garage that I planned on using and finally had enough of them to put...
04-19-20, 05:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,231
Posted By Triplecrank92

Given the condition of the bike when I got it,...

Given the condition of the bike when I got it, the adjustment screws were in the same or worse condition. When I have attempted on other bikes to remove the screws, they typically break off flush...
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