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04-04-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 7,840
Views: 934,179
Posted By bikamper

Started on the replacement counter-shaft for the...

Started on the replacement counter-shaft for the 90 year old Craftsman lathe, on the 90 year old Craftsman lathe.
https://i.imgur.com/fO4435wl.jpg
The shaft is not perfect, but neither is the...
02-09-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,334
Posted By eldercycling

Restore with vintage parts or modernize?

Hi All. This is my first post in one of the legitimate threads so be gentle with me. I have gotten obsessed with fixing older road bikes, and Motobecanes in particular. The obsession with Motobecanes...
01-31-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,507
Posted By Chombi1

I think that it's the mechanic in charge of the...

I think that it's the mechanic in charge of the bike that's deciding what side to put the QR lever at.
There seems to be some logic putting it on the drive side as operating the lever and managing...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 355,384
Posted By Mojo31

Non-drive side pedal is in a stand that slips...

Non-drive side pedal is in a stand that slips over the crank arm. My kid 3D printed it. It's similar to this but black:
...
01-22-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,318
Posted By Maelochs

Weirdest thing I see---and I see it often--is...

Weirdest thing I see---and I see it often--is this really ugly fat old guy who obviously is too unhealthy to be riding a bicycle.

If I keep seeing him I might have to remove the mirror on my bike.
01-13-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,806
Posted By spdntrxi

Eroica Ca, I forget the year. Mile 60sih...

Eroica Ca, I forget the year.

Mile 60sih come across a guy walking his bike... ask him if he needs help. He has a rear flat . Long story short he's flew out from NY , so this kinda was bucketlist...
01-12-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,476
Posted By Wildwood

Nothing says "old school" like a customized...

Nothing says "old school" like a customized jersey.
(and don't forget your readers)...
01-09-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,475
Posted By Portlandjim

I think the only other aero rims available at...

I think the only other aero rims available at that time were Assos. They were very narrow and not really suitable for road bikes. I worked very closely with Shimano USA, I built show bikes for...
01-08-24, 03:05 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,101,967
Posted By roshgosh

That is a heck of a beautiful bike. The beautiful...

That is a heck of a beautiful bike. The beautiful chromovelato finish reminds me of the early Wiliers. The whitewall Continentals are the icing on the cake. 👏👏👏
01-07-24, 12:19 AM
Replies: 200
Views: 85,010
Posted By bikingshearer

Two of my all-time favorites. If I didn't post...

Two of my all-time favorites. If I didn't post these earlier, I should have. If I did post them earlier, they are worth a repeat.

Coppi and Bartali. Note the different drivetrains. I believe this...
01-06-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,796
Posted By spclark

Might you be able to post a pic of what you want...

Might you be able to post a pic of what you want to perform this swap on? That'll give us more to ponder than just what you're thinking about.

I mounted a V-GT Luxe this year in place of the Campy...
01-05-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 914
Views: 310,900
Posted By 1970bikes

A nice early Merckx?

Well, Perhaps not. Try zooming in.
Painted by the Eddy Merckx factory in 1980 based on details contained on the steerer tube painting notes.

Note: Picture has been posted on another Merckx forum...
01-02-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,722
Posted By SharpByCoop

ACHiPo Kabuki12 Thank you both. That vise...

ACHiPo Kabuki12 Thank you both.

That vise came from a woodshop equipment buyout. It opens wide or narrow when you push the handle back, and then you position it to the width of what you are...
01-02-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By madpogue

"What hump?"

"What hump?"
01-01-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,204
Posted By johnburkepaints

thanks! I'm stoked! I'm working on building it...

thanks! I'm stoked! I'm working on building it out as the pieces arrive...i decided to go with the Soma Quill-inator (look it up) to be able to use a quill riser stem...which quill riser stem? a...
12-30-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By due ruote

If my mental math is correct, it sounds like you...

If my mental math is correct, it sounds like you could flip the existing spindle and space the DS cup out by 1-2mm and it would work.
12-30-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,722
Posted By SharpByCoop

Here is the OTHER side of my shop: ...

Here is the OTHER side of my shop:

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/231228_workshop_22e2b7c893399d989043f4560a7ab5a90ef282fb.jpg
My HAPPY PLACE!
12-29-23, 08:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,228
Posted By squirtdad

Is there a frameset/bike hanging around (or shows...

Is there a frameset/bike hanging around (or shows up local) that is friends size, is interesting (pretty, cool, crazy) ?

I would just grab it and do the build to you planned, present the bike as...
12-29-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By KCT1986

The Phil Wood BB gives you some leeway in the...

The Phil Wood BB gives you some leeway in the clearance on each side, by being able to be installed up to 5mm (?) offset in the frame shell. This does change the NDS as well.

Did Phil have 121?
...
12-29-23, 04:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By Murray Missile

Some pics, lots of oddballs and little things...

Some pics, lots of oddballs and little things still need dealt with but the bulk of it is nestled snug in it's bed.
...
12-29-23, 01:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By KCT1986

Attached is pic of the specs for Tange cartridge...

Attached is pic of the specs for Tange cartridge BBs and the aprox. length comparison to a cup/cone spindle (red #s). This is based on 52mm middle measurement (usual stated spec.).
Shimano lengths...
12-28-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,935
Posted By SharpByCoop

Hi friends, I posted a followup to this...

Hi friends,

I posted a followup to this thread after my restoration below. I SO APPRECIATE the tips and tools. What a difference!
...
12-28-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,722
Posted By SharpByCoop

1972 Schwinn Paramount - eBay clunker to RESTORED

Hi friends,

I posted a 'Schwinn Paramount Questions' (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1280315-schwinn-paramount-questions.html) thread a couple of months ago when I acquired this bike...
12-26-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By bikingshearer

I feel your pain re e-bikes. I would say,...

I feel your pain re e-bikes. I would say, though, that e-bikes aren't necessarily for lazy fools, and not everyone on an e-bike is a lazy fool, but plenty of lazy fools use them. It's kind of like...
12-25-23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,955
Posted By cyclezen

WOAH !!!! Been away from BF for a while... ...

WOAH !!!!
Been away from BF for a while...
How AWESOME is THAT !!!
Big Congrats for hangin with it ! Sure it wasn't much fun at first, but things do get better. Soon enough you'll be addicted...
12-25-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,955
Posted By Ripper_

Made a massive difference for me. Well done.

Made a massive difference for me. Well done.
12-23-23, 03:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 594
Posted By Joe Bikerider

Yoo Hoo!. Sombody got a ticket!

Driving home just now I came across a sheriff with lights on, he had pulled over one of the many drivers who speed though our local 3-way stop, looked like anyway. That's on my favorite ride and one...
12-22-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,204
Posted By retlaw53

I have the 1996 version of this bike which I...

I have the 1996 version of this bike which I acquired in '98. It's a Waterford 1250. Campy triple, Chorus/Record mix. Used it for week long self-contained trips around Lake Champlain and the...
12-21-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,097
Posted By unterhausen

For me, tubeless has made puncture resistance...

For me, tubeless has made puncture resistance much less of an issue. I finally got rid of my rear tire just because it had been around so long. It had dozens of tiny punctures that I only knew...
12-21-23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,204
Posted By CO_Hoya

Pic assist: ...

Pic assist:


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/80_img_6136_65a9dc3d82d4af41f1f509ba81002f35da1d0c6b_jpeg_3d0082e8a12a6421f7ec75ce7a9ac3b8814abc1c.jpg...
12-20-23, 05:11 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,097
Posted By Eric F

I like it!! What type of brakes does this...

I like it!!

What type of brakes does this bike use? One issue you may bump into (or not) is whether the brakes open up wide enough to get the wheel on and off without having the deflate the tire...
12-20-23, 05:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By RustyJames

AdventureManCO my son just turned 13 and has...

AdventureManCO my son just turned 13 and has “sort of” ridden C&V.

His first real bike was an early 2000s Redline BMX (~4 years ago) and his current is an XS(39 cm) late 90s Trek. He transitioned...
12-20-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By 52telecaster

My kid rides vintage because he just likes old...

My kid rides vintage because he just likes old stuff. He plays old guitars, basses and drums too. He sings ancient music as well. Not sure why he does any of this....
12-20-23, 04:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By Russ Roth

My three kids all ride to different extents, part...

My three kids all ride to different extents, part of it is finding what makes it fun for them. My oldest gained interest after watching me do a cyclocross race, the middle was interested in being...
12-20-23, 04:36 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 14,217
Posted By madpogue

Have you run a metal detector over the dog?

Have you run a metal detector over the dog?
12-20-23, 02:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By merziac

Guilty, but I never have to ask the question, the...

Guilty, but I never have to ask the question, the futzing is the best part IMO and the experience is priceless as a problem solving exercise.

I usually get it right by the second stab. ;)
12-20-23, 01:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By merziac

You will need to test fit the crank when it gets...

You will need to test fit the crank when it gets here, no way to know for sure until then.

Used cranks that have been in service will end up in different places depending on stretch, taper, wear,...
12-20-23, 01:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By sd5782

Others will say that ultimately you won’t know...

Others will say that ultimately you won’t know until you try it. That being said, my guess is it will work. I personally like the inner ring on a triple to be close to the chainstay.
12-20-23, 01:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 720
Posted By Kontact

Spindle length and type are dictated by the...

Spindle length and type are dictated by the crank. Look it up in velobase or some other reference.
12-20-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By fabiofarelli

Start early without pressure, this is almost 40...

Start early without pressure, this is almost 40 years ago.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/272x400/vaderenzoon_1__4ef86859038d052932a981b3a94c80d30f3adefc.jpg

For years he...
12-19-23, 04:56 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 14,217
Posted By merziac

And then have another spare that will be nowhere...

And then have another spare that will be nowhere to be found the next time you need it either. :twitchy:
12-18-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,299
Posted By squarenoise

Progress! Got all the straight forward parts...

Progress! Got all the straight forward parts installed quickly, then spent time massaging the front rack for proper fit and getting the brakes lined up with a bit of toe-in.

Threw on a placeholder...
12-18-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,097
Posted By Symox

i'm making another thread on this, but you may...

i'm making another thread on this, but you may find this helpful...

https://youtu.be/fxXc75AUMEE
12-17-23, 04:14 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,097
Posted By Eric F

Ben’s content is consistently very good.

Ben’s content is consistently very good.
12-17-23, 01:18 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 14,217
Posted By merziac

This too, and also mainly the balls will stick to...

This too, and also mainly the balls will stick to each other, the races, fail to rotate properly and wear unevenly along with the cups/races. ;)

I would quickly get a full set of new higher...
12-17-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 14,217
Posted By Robvolz

I like your thinking but didn't pursue that route...

I like your thinking but didn't pursue that route for the following:

The cookie-making/ball-losing good-time happened after 8pm, after the harbor freight closed.

If the ball rolled off the...
12-17-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,097
Posted By zandoval

Seeing a bike in this state, with future parts...

Seeing a bike in this state, with future parts laid out, and scratching my head to figure out how its going ta get done...Gets Me Excited... Enjoy!
12-16-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 14,217
Posted By Robvolz

In the mail, from a fellow east coast C&Ver and...

In the mail, from a fellow east coast C&Ver and follower of this thread came an old stock DeRosa water bottle.
...
12-16-23, 08:39 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 14,217
Posted By Robvolz

Between planning the co-op’s annual fundraiser,...

Between planning the co-op’s annual fundraiser, pouring wine at corporate events and working on Sweetie’s Christmas Cinelli, I haven’t had time to wrench on the old gold DeRosa.

by the way, most...
12-15-23, 09:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 953
Posted By SpeedofLite

Merckx in America

Yes it is.
"All About Cranks" spanned 3 different months of Bicycling, but only a single page of a multi-page table was in the December 1978 issue.
I included a link to the entire article in Post...
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