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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By genejockey

I got one with my '85 Ironman. The leather was...

I got one with my '85 Ironman. The leather was coming undone, so I ordered a new Turbo to replace it. This was while I was rebuilding the bike. When that was finished, I took it for a ride, using...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By Rick_D

You note in the OP it has not been used, but the...

You note in the OP it has not been used, but the underside photo seems to show markings and even perhaps rust stains that to my eye could indicate prior use. Have the rails perhaps been bent in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By Classtime

The brown suede ones came on both my 84 Centurion...

The brown suede ones came on both my 84 Centurion Turbo and my 85 Ironman and each of them a little torn up but unremarkable on the long Eroica CA route so I suppose they are comfortable enough.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By Robvolz

I had the suede ones, exactly as you have...

I had the suede ones, exactly as you have pictured on my Merckx for a week. It was like having a badger between your legs.

After a week, I replaced with a non-suede Rolls.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By gearbasher

One of those "Hinault" saddles came stock on my...

One of those "Hinault" saddles came stock on my brother's '83 Pinarello.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By Chombi1

There were good number of Turbo saddles that...

There were good number of Turbo saddles that carried the Hinault print on their noses after he started piling up his TdF wins. So those Turbos are not that hard to find out there. IIRC, there were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By Steel1

I have both the B Hinault and standard issue. In...

I have both the B Hinault and standard issue. In my case the two look the same, except for the special printing on the side. Also, my B Hinault rails measured 42mm c-to-c off the bike, which is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 494
Posted By Rick_D

Mine is from '83 and weighs 375g. Tan swede....

Mine is from '83 and weighs 375g. Tan swede. Common and popular at the time, can't compare against the competition. Not especially comfortable by 2024 strandards.

ETA rails are 4cm apart, center...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 07:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Kabuki12

Maybe someone will come along that knows what the...

Maybe someone will come along that knows what the extra stamps mean.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 06:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Kabuki12

I’m not real sure about that stamp on the BB...

I’m not real sure about that stamp on the BB shell. Mine , and others I’ve seen have the serial number on the shell. It could be because it is a European model....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Doug Fattic

I wouldn't. The heat to attach those top tube...

I wouldn't. The heat to attach those top tube brake cable guides distorts the tube a bit. If you take them off you will be able to see that distortion when you sight down the tube. Well I suppose...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Doug Fattic

No, I went there because I had heard from...

No, I went there because I had heard from Reynolds that every American had failed the 753 test. In the beginning one had to summit a complete frame out of 753 to demonstrate one could braze it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 08:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By repechage

I have with “black wire” as found at the hardware...

I have with “black wire” as found at the hardware big box store, wired them up and apply heat to the braze on, when it is dull red tug, it will go from attached to removed very quick.
even with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 12:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Ex Pres

What about this internal TT routing added to my...

What about this internal TT routing added to my [previously owned] '78?
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Doug Fattic

Back the 70's and 80's I added, subtracted...

Back the 70's and 80's I added, subtracted braze-ons all the time when a frame came in for a new paint job. It was standard procedure not to expect a good paint job to last a long time. They were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 07:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By repechage

The frame number would answer much. this...

The frame number would answer much.

this does not look like a factory refinish, I have not read of that either.
Small firms like Masi in Carlsbad did, and Schwinn in Chicago did.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 06:29 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Pcampeau

As far as I know Carlton built Raleigh Pros were...

As far as I know Carlton built Raleigh Pros were never customized. Customized frames were from the SBDU, but you say you’re asking about a Worksop frame? These guides would likely have been added...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-23, 06:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,421
Posted By Pcampeau

The cable guides were likely added whenever the...

The cable guides were likely added whenever the bike was repainted to red. It does otherwise appear to be a Professional MKV. Nice frame!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,872
Posted By non-fixie

C&V events in Europe 2024

It'll be 2024 soon, so time for another edition of the European C&V event calendar.

This first post is reserved for the list of events, and the dates they're planned (or expected, as long as dates...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 10:55 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By AdventureManCO

A 3rd vote for the Sakae Ringyo ESL stem, just a...

A 3rd vote for the Sakae Ringyo ESL stem, just a complete work of art, and very high grade.


Also, for cranks - Shimano 7410. Completely beautiful, functional, and lovely! I've not used many of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By Classtime

I haven't tried all the exotic stuff but of what...

I haven't tried all the exotic stuff but of what I know, this is the best from the friction era. It's pretty much what I could have on my '85 IM if I were to improve a few things from its current...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 11:28 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,318
Posted By cudak888

Sounds good - I just put the black foldout...

Sounds good - I just put the black foldout catalog into the new site this evening along with some others. I decided on '80 finally and footnoted the possible discrepancy.

I think I'm going to try...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 10:46 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By Piff

Hmmmmmmm...Assuming unlimited...

Hmmmmmmm...Assuming unlimited availability/funds...Also, I doubt that the chosen cranks and front derailleur will play nice, but oh well.

Are we not including stem/handlebar?

After years of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 10:22 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By SJX426

How do you lump 60s, 70's, and 80's together?...

How do you lump 60s, 70's, and 80's together? From my perspective, items from the 80's will likely trump those from the 60's.
Because of that, my favorite has to be Suntour Super Pro, from the 80's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-23, 07:24 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By Keefusb

DA 7700 although just shy of being 30 years old,...

DA 7700 although just shy of being 30 years old, seems to be a big favorite of BF members. I'm still amazed at how well both sets of DA 7700 brifters on my bikes work, the shifting is fast and crisp,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-23, 07:29 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By Keefusb

I have a mix of Dura Ace 7700 and 7800 on my road...

I have a mix of Dura Ace 7700 and 7800 on my road bikes. I especially like the DA 7800 brakes and outer chain rings. In my opinion the Dura Ace 7700 grupo is the best-looking and perhaps the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 472
Posted By mpetry912

JackJohn that's a great chart - thanks for...

JackJohn that's a great chart - thanks for posting it. I saved it for reference.

/markp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 01:25 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By jeirvine

SHIFTERS: Simplex retrofriction REAR DER.:...

SHIFTERS: Simplex retrofriction
REAR DER.: Suntour Vx-S
FRONT DER.: Campy NR
BRAKE LEVERS: Mafac Racer
BRAKE CALIPERS: Mafac racer
CRANK: Sugino Mighty Tour
PEDALS: Campy NR pista
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 12:03 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By non-fixie

Thank you, Jacques-Jean. Much appreciated....

Thank you, Jacques-Jean. Much appreciated. :thumb: But I've got two of them lying on my desk doing nothing right now, so for now I'm good.

However, should you come across an interesting randonneur...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 06:38 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By jdawginsc

SHIFTERS: Simplex Retrofriction Or Dura Ace 7400...

SHIFTERS: Simplex Retrofriction Or Dura Ace 7400 series for index
REAR DER.: SunTour Superbe friction and Dura Ace 7400 indexing
FRONT DER. SunTour Cyclone Mark 2
BRAKE LEVERS: Shimano 600 SLR...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 12:39 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By steelbikeguy

Boy, I'm glad it's not just me having issues with...

Boy, I'm glad it's not just me having issues with Cyclone derailleur springs!
I've had the lower pivot springs break (at the bend), and the spring in the parallelogram weakens over time. Granted,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By non-fixie

Forgot a couple of things thing in my previous...

Forgot a couple of things thing in my previous post.

Which is a shame, because if there is one item among my favorites that deserves the moniker "best" it is this one. Maxi-car hubs. I have two...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By kunsunoke

SHIFTERS: Simplex Retrofriction; Dura-Ace...

SHIFTERS: Simplex Retrofriction; Dura-Ace SL-BS7700 bar-end (indexed)
REAR DER.: Dura-Ace 7800
FRONT DER.: Suntour Superbe Pro
BRAKE LEVERS: Shimano 600 (Tricolor) aero
BRAKE CALIPERS:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 01:19 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By jPrichard10

I see some people saying 7700 Dura Ace... Can we...

I see some people saying 7700 Dura Ace... Can we even call that vintage? Anyway, ai really love the 6500 and 7700 for classic bikes that have to be modernized, but their Achilles heel is that bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-23, 05:05 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By non-fixie

Well OK, I'll play. There are certain parts...

Well OK, I'll play.

There are certain parts that I always buy whenever I come across them at reasonable prices, knowing I will want to use them some day. An evidence-based way of defining...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 02:03 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By SurferRosa

If it's a '60s - '70s road bike, I'm not picky as...

If it's a '60s - '70s road bike, I'm not picky as long as it's NR/SR. :p

But if it's an '80s road bike ...

FD, RD: '80s Super Record
Brakeset: '80s Athena (with Kool-Stop)
Shifters, Crankset,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 01:23 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By non-fixie

How should I know what to pick? I've only been...

How should I know what to pick? I've only been doing this C&V thing for about 15 years, and I keep falling in love with newly discovered components every other week! :notamused:

QED: found this at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By steelbikeguy

Bearing seals are funny things.. there must be...

Bearing seals are funny things.. there must be one part of the seal that is sliding against another piece. This involves friction, which might wear down the seal. The solution is to lube the seal,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By 79pmooney

I bought an '83 Pro Miyata off a forumite for its...

I bought an '83 Pro Miyata off a forumite for its symmetric braze-on and the hope that it would follow in the footsteps of the '76 Fuji Pro I raced and loved. To the latter, yes!, yes! yes! - only...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By merziac

Depends on the bike, build, sun, moon, tides,...

Depends on the bike, build, sun, moon, tides, and...... the pile. ;)

Almost always different, eclectic, etc. :twitchy:

Couple minor and not so picks.

Brooks, almost always, period.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 10:32 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By The Golden Boy

This is favorite (best) components irrespective...

This is favorite (best) components irrespective of compatibility with each other?

My list is going to be goofy because it's going to be all touring/ATB units.

I'm going to cheat because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By Mr. 66

Poor Dura Ace 7200, nobody has picked you... ...

Poor Dura Ace 7200, nobody has picked you...

As a solitary I will redeem you in black for hubs, white calipers, and a long cage crane....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By El Chaba

One difference between the Delta and the A9 is...

One difference between the Delta and the A9 is that the Delta is equipped with o-ring seals. The A9 is still well sealed , especially if you pack it with enough grease to form a seal of its own. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 04:20 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By daviddavieboy

This thread could possibly be one of the most...

This thread could possibly be one of the most opinionated (in a good way) of ay on BF. Personally I have bikes that are an investment as well as daily riding. On the investment side the best of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 03:58 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By embankmentlb

The bike that lives in my dreams: 3rensho...

The bike that lives in my dreams:
3rensho Aerodynamics
Suntour Symetric shifters
Suntour Cyclone front and rear derailleurs
Sugino Aero Mighty crank & pedals
Sintour Superbe hubs
Diacomp...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 10:32 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By 79pmooney

Found it! (Well it's a Made in Italy Campagnolo....

Found it! (Well it's a Made in Italy Campagnolo. No model number.) Barely used. Only seen the bolts on my Fuji Pro's Hupel Rider post, then the sweet fluted Zeus post I won at Smuggler's Notch...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 03:55 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By bikingshearer

Two more parts have come to mind: Saddle -...

Two more parts have come to mind:

Saddle - San Marco Rolls, especially the Titanio, but the steel-railed version is more than fine. Rolls saddles are on all my bikes because they just work for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

Race bike: Shimano Dura-Ace 7400 7-speed...

Race bike:

Shimano Dura-Ace 7400 7-speed ~1988 which would come with 7402 levers, my absolute favorite.
Shimano 6400-era 600, 7-speed as well. Both full groups, including hubs and headsets. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By 70sSanO

The younger me already went through this with...

The younger me already went through this with Dura Ace 7400/7401 drivetrain and brakes, pedals, and Suntour Superbe Pro hubs.

I have also run Suntour Cyclone which is great, but DA edges them out....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 11:10 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,390
Posted By bikingshearer

The one part I am 100% certain about: the old...

The one part I am 100% certain about: the old Campy two-bolt seat post. With the correct wrench (meaning a ratcheting 10mm closed-end, swivel head preferred but not essential), setting up the seat...
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