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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 31,174
Posted By Piff

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I've been riding this bike for...about half a year now. And more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,051
Posted By Piff

To revive an old thread... I'm a bit curious...

To revive an old thread...

I'm a bit curious about this bike, and even more curious about whether the more important bits are standard or strange.

Namely, the bottom bracket, headset, stem...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-09-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By Piff

Dang, I was hoping for one of those rare Japanese...

Dang, I was hoping for one of those rare Japanese frames long in the seat and short in the top. GLWS, it's a great frame.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-09-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 995
Posted By Piff

What's the top tube length ctc?

What's the top tube length ctc?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,395
Posted By Piff

Do homemade tall bikes use a frame's rear...

Do homemade tall bikes use a frame's rear triangle?

If you're handy with a torch I suppose you could wait around for another 531 frame that's slightly larger (so you can trim the stays down to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,902
Posted By Piff

Hey, thanks for the response! 650b x 42 +...

Hey, thanks for the response! 650b x 42 + fenders is pretty incredible, this looks to be an awesome frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 775
Posted By Piff

If the roads around me were perfect tarmac I'd...

If the roads around me were perfect tarmac I'd probably go back to 25mm. But for me, 28mm at a minimum and 32mm is my preferred for a road bike. Especially in the Bay Area where roads are terrible....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,902
Posted By Piff

Lovely bikes! I'm debating picking up a 1988...

Lovely bikes! I'm debating picking up a 1988 T700, do you know the maximum clearance for 700c and/or 650b wheelsizes? Looks like you were able to fit fairly large tires plus fenders on there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,171
Posted By Piff

I've got a index compatible 6-speed Shimano 600...

I've got a index compatible 6-speed Shimano 600 13-30. 13-14-17-21-26-30.

If you want it, PM me when you're able and we'll figure it out.

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-28-24, 11:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 349
Posted By Piff

These are so nice I'm considering getting my...

These are so nice I'm considering getting my touring frame altered to have center pull posts...

If only this was a 510/710 combo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

That is simply too cool. I love the Vx mid cage...

That is simply too cool. I love the Vx mid cage derailleur, used one for years on my first road bike.



Not bad, at least I could harvest the index ring and possibly other parts...Thanks for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

I would like to simply use that! Unfortuantely...

I would like to simply use that! Unfortuantely I'm locked into the pre-2001 9-speed ergo shifters currently in use because I was able to get them for $50. In hindsight I'm an idiot and simply could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

For no good reason beyond the allure of campy. I...

For no good reason beyond the allure of campy. I really ought to at least try out hubbub though, you're right, just to see what I'm missing in terms of shifting performance.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

For those curious, the results! As a...

For those curious, the results!

As a reminder, here are the components involved.


Campy Ergo Record ti shifters 9-speed, pre-2001
Campy Centaur short cage 10-speed, post-2001
KMC X9 SL...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 913
Posted By Piff

I had a busy work week and weekend, couldn't...

I had a busy work week and weekend, couldn't respond until now. Thanks all for all the input!

Mad Honk That's a very kind offer, thank you! If the screws I purchased don't work out I will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 06:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 913
Posted By Piff

Hey those dropout adjustment screws just might be...

Hey those dropout adjustment screws just might be the ticket......thanks!

Both your links went to the monster bolts like, so if anyone else is curious: ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 913
Posted By Piff

That's what I'm afraid will have to happen. I...

That's what I'm afraid will have to happen. I don't have a grinding wheel or access to one, so it would just be me, a vise, and a file.

It's (thankfully) just barely a good enough angle, though I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 913
Posted By Piff

Looooooong replacement limit screw? Campy Centaur 10s RD

I'm putting together an odd setup...so, nevermind why, but I plan to use a 10s Centaur rear derailleur with a 7s freewheel. An unforseen issue is that the low limit screw isn't long enough; the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 719
Posted By Piff

I dunno, 722 doesn't seem that bad. I believe...

I dunno, 722 doesn't seem that bad. I believe Reynolds 753 forks are 650-ish.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-10-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,374
Posted By Piff

Beautiful bike, and check out Billie's Diner in...

Beautiful bike, and check out Billie's Diner in Spokane! A friend owns it :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

The bolded part, indeed, that's what I've been...

The bolded part, indeed, that's what I've been thinking about this entire time- setting hubbub up by feel more or less. I almost wonder if I'd be better off going for the pre-2001 shifter + post-2001...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

I don't doubt the shifting ability is likely...

I don't doubt the shifting ability is likely better, but the problem is that I'm running a close-ratio road triple on this bike. A 7-speed 12-21 freewheel. I don't think any modern freewheels are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

I forgot to ask, why the Sachs Aris? ...

I forgot to ask, why the Sachs Aris?




That's good to hear, exactly the sort of setup I'm contemplating.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

Oh lawdy this is getting more complicated than I...

Oh lawdy this is getting more complicated than I expected :foo:

Thank you for the hi-res version!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

Very kind of you, thanks for checking. ...

Very kind of you, thanks for checking.

Better shifting profile on the Sach's? It's true, the winner pro has a fairly non-existent tooth design to my eye compared to HG at least. However, it does...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By Piff

Fromt what I understand about the Wolftooth, I...

Fromt what I understand about the Wolftooth, I thought it just increases the maximum cog, not the capacity of the drivetrain as well.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By Piff

Thanks for the heads up, I think you're...

Thanks for the heads up, I think you're right...pictures of the long cage version are few and far between.

Unfortunately I am intending to use it on a triple, albeit a close ratio triple. 21t...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

Ultra-7 winner pro is a 126mm freewheel, so I...

Ultra-7 winner pro is a 126mm freewheel, so I think it should have the same cog spacing as an alpha accushift freewheel.

Paging resident suntour-expert dddd
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,530
Posted By Piff

Hubbub: Pre-2001 Campy Ergo, Shimano RD, and Suntour Winner Pro Freewheel?

I am attempting perhaps a fool's errand...trying to combine the following items. I found the ergo shifters cheaply, as well as as the freewheels (7 of 'em) cheaply...hence my quest to set up my race...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-07-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 373
Posted By Piff

WTB: Shimano Sante rear derailleur, long(er) cage

As the title says, looking for a Shimano sante rear derailleur, the longer cage variety. According to velobase it should have the model number: RD-5001-LS

Rider condition okay, just not too much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 817
Posted By Piff

Seems like a solid bike for family rides, as you...

Seems like a solid bike for family rides, as you mention. Capable of being the mule for the family, while also not a precious frame you'd be worried about damaging. I'd keep it as your new 'beater'...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 434
Posted By Piff

I daresay there's probably someone on here who...

I daresay there's probably someone on here who has a nice 26.4 available to sell. Or you can trawl eBay searching "26.4mm seatpost" and sort ascending in price, that can sometimes net a sweet...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,432
Posted By Piff

Some weeks, some developments physically and...

Some weeks, some developments physically and conceptually.

The bike is still in pieces, however we are marching closer to the finish line. Recently parts include:

SON 28 'klassik' dyno hub...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-08-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 973
Posted By Piff

26.4 clamp?

26.4 clamp?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 57,165
Posted By Piff

Indeed, good times at Napa :thumb: Was nice to...

Indeed, good times at Napa :thumb: Was nice to meet face to face!

Best haul for me was a front wheel with a SON28 'klassik' hub in pretty good condition, plus front/rear dynamo lights. I'm now...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 11:20 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 10,973
Posted By Piff

I had lots of trouble with combining single pivot...

I had lots of trouble with combining single pivot sidepull brakes and aero brake levers. Since the housing is taped to the handlebars and cannot move, the length of the housing has to be dang near...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,047
Posted By Piff

I really like 28mm tires for road riding. A bit...

I really like 28mm tires for road riding. A bit of extra cushion without feeling heavy like wider tires can feel. Though iff your roads are rough, opt for 32mm probably.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,432
Posted By Piff

I only would give it a repaint if I did things...

I only would give it a repaint if I did things like add canti or centerpull mounts, mid fork and seatstay eyelets, that sorta thing. Once I get the clamp off and polish it I'll post some better...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-20-24, 12:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 518
Posted By Piff

WTB: Jtek Shiftmate 4

Just thought I'd toss this out there in case someone has one that they're not using.

Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,432
Posted By Piff

Thank you! I got the shifters off and then...

Thank you! I got the shifters off and then stared at the clamp at a loss of where to start. Indeed, about making sure everything is clean and lubed before reassembly. The shifters+clamp are nice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,432
Posted By Piff

Okay, for the life of me I cannot figure out how...

Okay, for the life of me I cannot figure out how to remove this shifter clamp. Suntour LD-1600, if I'm not mistaken. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By Piff

It's definitely precise, nothing mushy about it,...

It's definitely precise, nothing mushy about it, just I'm surprised by how much more effort is required to push the thumb.

Though, thinking more now, I guess that's to be expected because the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By Piff

Campy Record ti 9 speed Ergo shifter

I've never owned Campy, so before I take them apart potentially needlessly for service....are the downshifts for these older style brifters especially 'hard'? The upshifts are much easier to push.
Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,004
Posted By Piff

That, of course, would be preferable. The rack...

That, of course, would be preferable. The rack in question, Specialized Pizza Rack, was a $20 co-op find and lacks its original hardware. I called up Specialized and they don't sell the hardware...
Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,004
Posted By Piff

edit: After looking at the diagram in the pdf...

edit: After looking at the diagram in the pdf Tourist posted I now understand how it pinches the rod, not like a grub screw at all!


I see that, but compared to their other hardware, I am trying...
Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,004
Posted By Piff

Awesome, thank you for the advice. I like the...

Awesome, thank you for the advice. I like the look of the 'Tubus Stayholder Fixing Bolt Support' piece, a bit chunky...but definitely more amenable to custom rack setups compared to the other...
Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,004
Posted By Piff

Deeper and deeper the rabbit hole goes...I like...

Deeper and deeper the rabbit hole goes...I like the look of the Tubus hardware, especially what's made for their titanium airy rack. Very high quality. But, I admit I am confused how the hardware...
Forum: Touring
04-18-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,004
Posted By Piff

Good tip, thank you. It's somewhat cheaper than...

Good tip, thank you. It's somewhat cheaper than Riv, $13 per assembly and you get other nice hardware too...Still a bit pricey.
...
Forum: Touring
04-18-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,004
Posted By Piff

Cheaper source of Nitto rack hardware (or similar?)

The rack hardware I'm talking about is this: ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,535
Posted By Piff

I think you are mistaken regarding cr18 rims...

I think you are mistaken regarding cr18 rims after checking up on them. They're 18mm internal width as the name implies, so 25mm and above is fine. Also, I can't find anything online with 40h. ...
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