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Originally Posted by Dewey101
(Post 20281489)
I changed the tube on the rear wheel of my wife’s Raleigh Sports 3-speed tonight. The first time I’ve needed to do that on a 3-speed Sturmey wheel in 34 years! Glad I kept some of my bike tools all those years. Had to start unscrewing the gear indicator chain retaining nut with needle head pliers as it was seized, was glad rim strip came with the tube as it was a burred spoke head that was the cause. Had a head-scratching moment when I put everything back together and heard a rubbing sound - turned out the chain was rubbing against the bike stand. Sense of accomplishment.
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Originally Posted by gster
(Post 20282828)
Nice bike, fair price. I suspect the forks have been replaced.
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Originally Posted by Salubrious
(Post 20264028)
The 6-point crank was introduced in 1972 but the 9 point crank continued to show up into early 1973.
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Fork looks to be a 700c or 27" size. Top tube slopes backward.
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Originally Posted by boattail71
(Post 20282987)
Sal, can you give us pics/examples of the six/nine cranks? Thanks!
http://www.kurtkaminer.com/TH_raleigh_cranks.jpg |
Originally Posted by brianhamp
(Post 20282989)
Here is a picture of my 1975 Raleigh Wayfarer.2 New tires, new chain,new cables and brake calipers.Serviced Sturmey Archer AW 3 speed , Serviced front Sturmey Archer Dyno hub with headlight and tail light. I added a rack on the back for my saddle bags.I think this might become a daily rider.I was trying to modernize it with newer hubs and crank-set however it just didn't look right too me so I kept it the way I got it!!
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Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 20264324)
For myself, I like having 3 or 4 different bikes that I rotate for my daily rides. It makes cycling more fun for me to change bikes from time to time. And then, I love having a project going on in my workshop. I have fun solving all the problems and puzzles that come along. I especially enjoy rescue projects where a useless bike gets put back on the road again. This leaves me with the only part of the hobby I don't enjoy. Moving them along. It's a pest that I tend to ignore until REALLY have to make more room. So, bikes come and go, but I do have a few keepers.
You did a great job on that green 20. I have fun seeing other people's projects too and that was a good one. Anyone appreciate of what I speak or deem me a hapless sort? |
Originally Posted by clubman
(Post 20283001)
Here you go...extra web creates a 9 point.
http://www.kurtkaminer.com/TH_raleigh_cranks.jpg |
Originally Posted by arty dave
(Post 20267203)
I think this was also the problem with the TCW, that was fixed with the introduction of the S3C.
Actually I quite like coaster brakes but haven't had one since I was a kid. My wife has an Electra Mod 3i, and the coaster brake is really nice. Fun bike, with a quite sufficient & smooth rollerbrake up front. One of my "next" bikes I'll install that rear caliper on a classic roadster coaster 3-spd to help alleviate that cursed muscle-memory-bike-swap problem that can happen. |
Originally Posted by paulb_in_bkln
(Post 20271706)
I never have and still do not understand the mega-buck wheel enthusiasm. Even with much loaded touring riding, a pair of Nashbar (Nashbar!) wheels from the early 90s that hardly cost anything still run perfect on one of my bikes.
Also, if I'm understanding you, I would agree that alloy wheels from the '90s would be an appreciable betterment in performance. Especially if you care to eschew originality and save that (rolling) weight. So, if I'm getting your drift, why splurge on modern, new and expensive wheels for a rescued vintage (non-performance) ride if 1990's wheels/rims are available? Right? So, if I'm still correct in my reasoning here, what "modern" (1990's) alloy rims will fit my Raleigh/Robin/Herc/etc? IOWs, when I visit my local co-op, and the myriad wheel cache, what should I look for? If I'm all-wet here, set me straight. Regardless, I will, as a rule, never think to replace those classic steel, original rims on my prizes, but I might, just maybe, experiment with myriad, and unoriginal projects be-damned. |
Originally Posted by boattail71
(Post 20283181)
Paul, can you expound? Firstly, what is the aforementioned "Sta-Tru 590 alloy front wheels?" Does this equate to what my tire size that says "26 x 1 3/8?" And will a said alloy rim work with my stock of 26" x 1 3/8" tires?
Also, if I'm understanding you, I would agree that alloy wheels from the '90s would be an appreciable betterment in performance. Especially if you care to eschew originality and save that (rolling) weight. So, if I'm getting your drift, why splurge on modern, new and expensive wheels for a rescued vintage (non-performance) ride if 1990's wheels/rims are available? Right? So, if I'm still correct in my reasoning here, what "modern" (1990's) alloy rims will fit my Raleigh/Robin/Herc/etc? IOWs, when I visit my local co-op, and the myriad wheel cache, what should I look for? If I'm all-wet here, set me straight. Regardless, I will, as a rule, never think to replace those classic steel, original rims on my prizes, but I might, just maybe, experiment with myriad, and unoriginal projects be-damned. |
Originally Posted by Dewey101
(Post 20281489)
Had a head-scratching moment when I put everything back together and heard a rubbing sound - turned out the chain was rubbing against the bike stand. Sense of accomplishment.
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Originally Posted by boattail71
(Post 20283181)
Paul, can you expound? Firstly, what is the aforementioned "Sta-Tru 590 alloy front wheels?" Does this equate to what my tire size that says "26 x 1 3/8?" And will a said alloy rim work with my stock of 26" x 1 3/8" tires?
Also, if I'm understanding you, I would agree that alloy wheels from the '90s would be an appreciable betterment in performance. Especially if you care to eschew originality and save that (rolling) weight. So, if I'm getting your drift, why splurge on modern, new and expensive wheels for a rescued vintage (non-performance) ride if 1990's wheels/rims are available? Right? So, if I'm still correct in my reasoning here, what "modern" (1990's) alloy rims will fit my Raleigh/Robin/Herc/etc? IOWs, when I visit my local co-op, and the myriad wheel cache, what should I look for? If I'm all-wet here, set me straight. Regardless, I will, as a rule, never think to replace those classic steel, original rims on my prizes, but I might, just maybe, experiment with myriad, and unoriginal projects be-damned. The original steel rims on my Sports were so far gone they had to be replaced, I had no choice. To simplify I bought SunRingle's CR18s (alloy) in the exact replacement size. I don't remember what they cost in 2013, but although they weren't nothing, I wouldn't say they were expensive. And no spoke replacement was needed, except for one that was stubborn and broke. And at the LBS it was $10 to tighten and true each one. Performance wise are they better than the originals, if those had been in good shape? Not sure. Now I have a '63 Rudge coming along. I haven't seen the bike yet except in photos but I think the rims are usable if not cosmetically perfect. I want it to be a scorcher, but it's too soon to have made all the little decisions. And as the bike wouldn't be a commuter, Panaracer's Col de la Vie tires are very tempting. I'd just like to build something 3/4 as nice as some of the bikes I've seen in photos here. |
Originally Posted by boattail71
(Post 20283181)
I will, as a rule, never think to replace those classic steel, original rims on my prizes, but I might, just maybe, experiment with myriad, and unoriginal projects be-damned.
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Originally Posted by brianhamp
(Post 20282989)
Here is a picture of my 1975 Raleigh Wayfarer.2
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Originally Posted by Chaser95
(Post 20282756)
I am trying to learn to "eyeball" frames for size. This looks like a 19 to me. How am I doing?
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Originally Posted by Chaser95
(Post 20282756)
I am trying to learn to "eyeball" frames for size. This looks like a 19 to me. How am I doing?
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Originally Posted by Chaser95
(Post 20282756)
I am trying to learn to "eyeball" frames for size. This looks like a 19 to me. How am I doing?
Right now I'm partway through moving many of the parts from the 19" frame to the 21" frame. I can ride 21 and 23 happily enough. 19" is a less happy ride for me. Anyway, here's a crude field guide to sizing Main frame tubes: I *think* the downtubes on the 21" & 23 are more nearly parallel than on the 19. It's hard to tell in pictures, but when you're looking right on one size the downtube ("displaced top tube?) is not quite parallel to the lower downtube. I believe on the 21 & 23 they are for all practical purposes parallel, but I could be wrong and maybe it changed from one year to another. Head Tube: The gap between the top & down tubes on the 19 is less than on the 21 or 23. The step-through 23 head tube appears to have the dimension of the men's 25. I haven't measured it, but the 21 and 23 may have similar displacements. Seat Stays: This is a pretty good tell. The 19" has maybe room for 4 or 5 fingers between the brake bridge and the seatpost bolt. The 21 has room for a couple more, but the 23 has stays above the bridge about the length of a fresh #2 pencil. Or if you prefer, it should accommodate a decently sized cabbage between the seat and the fender - with the seat all the way down. What I measured at 23": https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8238/...d15c1628_z.jpg |
Originally Posted by arty dave
(Post 20280964)
It's hard to pick a favourite from Sir Mikes stable, but for me this stands out because of the particular shade of green, that in this image looks black...And because it's a DL-1 :) Sir Mike, is that one of your minnehaha bags? Nice fit on the rack.
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I'm not a huge fan of the older Sturmey coaster brakes. The TCW hubs do have the "neutral no brake" issue, though that can be avoided with careful adjustment. I think the bigger flaw for us today is the fact that the TCW relies heavily on a rather weak E-clip to hold the transmission on one side and the brake on the other. If you take apart the hub, you'll find the axle has a groove and the E-clip that rides in the groove. Also of concern is the fact that the braking power fluctuates based on which gear you're in.
If a TCW has been ridden hard or abused by slamming the hub into 3rd while applying the brake, you'll find the E-clip tears around the edges and jumps out of the axle groove. At best, this causes the hub to stop working in 3rd gear, but will still run in 1st and/or 2nd. At worst, it will lock the rear wheel. The solution is to partially disassemble the hub and get the E-clip back into place. Sometimes you can do that by only tearing-down the brake side of the hub. In order to get 2, decent and working TCW hubs for a pair of bikes I rebuilt several years ago, I needed 4 TCW hubs, and then to assemble parts to make the best 2 hubs I could make. On the plus side, the old coasters have smooth braking action and a relatively positive feel when applying pressure. I wouldn't ride a bike equipped solely with a TCW hub - I'd want a hand brake along with it. |
Originally Posted by boattail71
(Post 20283098)
I am a fan of the S3C. As a tinkerer of all bikes (speeds of 1, 2, 3, 5, 10, 12... can I stop?) with brakes of all sorts (don't get me started). Optimistically thinking, you kinda get the best of both worlds with the SC3 don't you? Of course, as long as you don't forget that you don't have that rear caliper. Oh, and when you change to a regular AW or derailleured bike, that you don't have that solid and sure coaster brake to "back" on. Oh, and you can't free-pedal back-pedal at a 10-o'clock position at a stop light - there's that. Alas. Regardless, I appreciate them all.
One of my "next" bikes I'll install that rear caliper on a classic roadster coaster 3-spd to help alleviate that cursed muscle-memory-bike-swap problem that can happen. |
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Hi all,
A few days ago, a friend of mine dumped the “wreck" of “an old Raleigh" at my door. He was on his way to the local recycling centre, but wondered if - maybe - I could use it, as I own a few post- Raleigh takeover Triumph bicycles. Of course I could :) The “old Raleigh" turns out to be a 1980 Superbe in pretty good condition, though it has been in the open air for quite some time. Today, I had a closer look and started to clean it up a bit. I plan to use it as my daily ride instead of my - 3 speed - 1954 BSA Tourer. Digging in my boxes of Raleigh stuff, I found some better brake calipers and other usable parts to make it a reliable bike... Rear ( stainless steel ) rim was dented, but I managed to straighten that out and the wheel turns smoothly now. Peter |
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I was browsing Amazon and saw this axle nut priced at a reasonable $42.14 (plus shipping).
Attachment 607213 Also listed, an axle key at the bargain price of $51.92 (plus shipping). Attachment 607214 |
Originally Posted by gster
(Post 20284207)
I was browsing Amazon and saw this axle nut priced at a reasonable $42.14 (plus shipping).
Attachment 607213 Also listed, an axle key at the bargain price of $51.92 (plus shipping). Attachment 607214 |
Originally Posted by SirMike1983
(Post 20283990)
This particular bike has the darkest shade of Raleigh green I have seen.
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Originally Posted by gster
(Post 20284207)
I was browsing Amazon and saw this axle nut priced at a reasonable $42.14 (plus shipping).
Attachment 607213 Also listed, an axle key at the bargain price of $51.92 (plus shipping). Attachment 607214 |
Originally Posted by oldveloman
(Post 20284113)
Hi all,
A few days ago, a friend of mine dumped the “wreck" of “an old Raleigh" at my door. He was on his way to the local recycling centre, but wondered if - maybe - I could use it, as I own a few post- Raleigh takeover Triumph bicycles. Of course I could :) The “old Raleigh" turns out to be a 1980 Superbe in pretty good condition, though it has been in the open air for quite some time. Today, I had a closer look and started to clean it up a bit. I plan to use it as my daily ride instead of my - 3 speed - 1954 BSA Tourer. Digging in my boxes of Raleigh stuff, I found some better brake calipers and other usable parts to make it a reliable bike... Rear ( stainless steel ) rim was dented, but I managed to straighten that out and the wheel turns smoothly now. Peter |
Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 20284319)
This bike should clean up nicely. Love the color. I have a question. All light roadster frames had a round lug brazed into the drive side chainstay for mounting an enclosed chaincase. They did away with these in the early 60s. How were the chaincases mounted on these later frames? Does it have anything to do with that stamped piece the kickstand is mounted on? That piece is something I haven't seen before. There used to be a tube there.
On one of my elderly italian bikes the chaincase is held by the drive side bb cup..... |
winter is hitting hard Pigseye
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Originally Posted by markk900
(Post 20284353)
Can't see that clearly but it looks like there is still the interior bolt to chain stay in the full side picture....so the lug appears to be there.
On one of my elderly italian bikes the chaincase is held by the drive side bb cup..... Not so with the DL-1. Every one I've seen has the lug. |
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