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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 759
Posted By repechage

keep in mind Merckx’s hour bike was repainted!...

keep in mind Merckx’s hour bike was repainted! Aaack! This is the one displayed at the Merckx metro station… and the replacement graphics are a historical, hysterical mess.
and last I saw the seat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 31,247
Posted By repechage

Styling CV-6, Styling I was asked about a...

Styling CV-6, Styling

I was asked about a bike I own earlier today.
i think I have maybe shared less than 10% of mine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,904
Posted By repechage

The Spade is back in Italy anyway. thank you...

The Spade is back in Italy anyway.
thank you for the image roll, very nice bike turnout.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 273
Posted By repechage

Nice bikes, pretty sure the Rascal has newer...

Nice bikes, pretty sure the Rascal has newer tires so has received some attention.

my brother has the earlier model- TopGun-
which I laugh about as they had to change the name due to intellectual...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-19-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By repechage

Old decalcomania as stated can become very...

Old decalcomania as stated can become very fragile. How stored is a major factor.
the scale modeler world has some additives that can help. Also used in scale model trains.

what is imaged I do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 759
Posted By repechage

Make a rational assessment of the condition of...

Make a rational assessment of the condition of the chrome.
then one needs to determine how you are going to mask any or all.
can be done, significant work.

i have one of these lime green...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 239
Posted By repechage

You could do how Masi did and fold the last 2cm...

You could do how Masi did and fold the last 2cm under, punch a pair of holes and run a snap, about the size that are used on trouser belts at the buckle.
high style and easy to grab, lightweight and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 208
Posted By repechage

five! I have to let that sink in.

five! I have to let that sink in.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 177
Posted By repechage

What day of the week and time were you able to...

What day of the week and time were you able to visit?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 605
Posted By repechage

paint does not store indefinitely even in a...

paint does not store indefinitely even in a sealed from new container.
the PMS system is decent enough but is based on offset printing inks. They are a bit translucent.
I have observed that many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 605
Posted By repechage

cmyk is useful for some print and screen...

cmyk is useful for some print and screen defining.
but in paint, no.
can get in the ballpark on screen.
any paint supplier would just look at you and know you are a graphic designer.

For...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 20,827
Posted By repechage

9544 SM Blvd was the shop address. Charlie...

9544 SM Blvd was the shop address.
Charlie worked for Hans Ohrt for a bit before he bought the S&L shop on Westwood Blvd.

some of the treasure trove was probably in the shop before Charlie bought...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-15-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 468
Posted By repechage

Looks like the spring let go. i think a spring...

Looks like the spring let go.
i think a spring from either style first Gen Cyclone would work.
short cage mechs are usually cheaper.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By repechage

A few upgrades at the time or before the current...

A few upgrades at the time or before the current color.
interesting how the hue changes in the lighting.

I found a ‘75 Carlsbad bike early in the pandemic. I just happenstance stumbled on the CL...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By repechage

a red oxide primer was often used, dropping the...

a red oxide primer was often used, dropping the fork and removing the headset cups could provide an original paint clue.

dropping the fork might also reveal a month and year code stamped into the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 226
Posted By repechage

On Rare occasion the cam can wear and or the thru...

On Rare occasion the cam can wear and or the thru axle transverse bore can elongate.
rotate the shaft in the chrome end 180 degrees, test assemble with some anti-seize even.

in my years at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By repechage

Stickers… I would urge better quality graphics. ...

Stickers… I would urge better quality graphics.
Gus Salmon or sssink.com
the latter only sells to pro painters.
the bike deserves a great finish.

the fork crown chrome will be a cost point....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 792
Posted By repechage

referencing a bit, Bikeology was selling without...

referencing a bit, Bikeology was selling without discount Campagnolo Record brakes in 1980 for $119.
Shimano was always less expensive.
In 1974, a bike shop co-worker built up a full Dura-Ace bike...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 751
Posted By repechage

Nice bike, updated decades ago, appears...

Nice bike, updated decades ago, appears mismatching rims. Tires have improved since, tan sidewalls is how I would go, look them over carefully as they often do not age safely.

the model name… the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 322
Posted By repechage

It is a bit of an abstraction. Set crank length,...

It is a bit of an abstraction. Set crank length, no brake levers, many set their hands on the hoods the majority of the time. Pedals are simplified.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-11-24, 08:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 792
Posted By repechage

Roadcrankr imaged the correct calipers, normal or...

Roadcrankr imaged the correct calipers, normal or later called long reach and before the CPSC adaptations.

ok, the following may not apply to road racing Paramount’s designed for tubulars And/or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,887
Posted By repechage

Milestones are never looked forward to. He was...

Milestones are never looked forward to.
He was one of the more thoughtful contributors here.
Cannot comment on an avatar, I select to not show them. A fun one is a definite way to go about it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 460
Posted By repechage

I worked for a shop that sold KHS approx...

I worked for a shop that sold KHS approx 1984-1986
there were a few models that specified Reynolds 531.
the bikes were well specified for the price point.
they assembled easily, were straight and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 651
Posted By repechage

skin cancer avoidance

skin cancer avoidance
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 10,793
Posted By repechage

I read that, so many acronyms to define, gets in...

I read that, so many acronyms to define, gets in the way of meaningful comprehension.
some applies to foreign nationals with working visas.
given the probably charges very much including the mass...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 10,793
Posted By repechage

While there are Not rules, ya’ really need index?

While there are Not rules, ya’ really need index?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 229
Views: 10,793
Posted By repechage

Anyone else wondering about international travel...

Anyone else wondering about international travel during appeal?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 221
Posted By repechage

First Colnago I saw in 1972 was this color. ...

First Colnago I saw in 1972 was this color.
very high chroma.
terrific color
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 277
Posted By repechage

Nishiki actually had a number of Blues. if from...

Nishiki actually had a number of Blues.
if from the early to mid 70’s, very translucent.
and a bit of green in the mix.
nail polish might be the most effective path.
duplicolor matches most often...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,246
Posted By repechage

The finish is attractive, a applause worthy set...

The finish is attractive, a applause worthy set of graphics also.
i would be on the lookout for a round saddle washer for the back side of the front brake, I associate the “square” parts with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 464
Posted By repechage

do not discount bike shop employees decades ago...

do not discount bike shop employees decades ago trading parts.

as an aside, the black anodizing was much more tough wearing than the silver.

later TA went cheap to a crimped assembly cage like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 464
Posted By repechage

Never did a burn test but my assumption way back...

Never did a burn test but my assumption way back is that the plastic hook was made of polyethylene, of reasonably high density as the mold had a die lock and the part had to be pushed off.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-31-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,209
Posted By repechage

My first bike was the Phillips version- Pilot. ...

My first bike was the Phillips version- Pilot.
it was Blue and a girl’s version, I was 4. My Mom wanted grandkids.
i bought my sister a blue Raleigh Mountie in 1977. I scooped it up from my grand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 656
Posted By repechage

shimano used various schemes to attach the...

shimano used various schemes to attach the freehub freewheel body to the hub. Many are not designed to be serviced. Not sure of hub model and year, looks lower tier and that might equate to mort.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 856
Posted By repechage

A chance to be Robin Williams adjacent, be the...

A chance to be Robin Williams adjacent, be the life of the party. Amaze your friends.

I do have a “Barcelona” Masi, the over the top graphics are so blatant.
there are subsets of those, two...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 388
Posted By repechage

Probably no Tour contenders that wanted 7800...

Probably no Tour contenders that wanted 7800 series 165 mm cranks.
today, 165mm is a thing.

in the Campagnolo pedal form factor dominance days, 165mm cranks and a high bottom bracket was a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 856
Posted By repechage

From near a time when Putin was stationed in East...

From near a time when Putin was stationed in East Germany
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 334
Posted By repechage

Flat bar stock

Flat bar stock
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 11:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 440
Posted By repechage

I recall that was the high point of the sublet...

I recall that was the high point of the sublet production. Not sure if 3,000. There are a number that appear that year but not outrageously abundant on the used market.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,819
Posted By repechage

yes, But not an inexpensive effort. titanium...

yes, But not an inexpensive effort.
titanium will always be heavier than aluminum for the same given amount of material, the advantage of titanium is that it can create a part with less material...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,137
Posted By repechage

A substantial lot. 10 hours drive time, that is...

A substantial lot.
10 hours drive time, that is quite a bit, but seems worth the effort.
a sell by date X, will not yield big dollars.
metering stuff out will be useful and a part time job...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 398
Posted By repechage

While the sun was setting on the British Empire… ...

While the sun was setting on the British Empire…

threading could always be Whitworth.

https://www.jrcengineering.com/technical-support/whitworth-and-other-british-threads/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,835
Posted By repechage

Soma has usually replica hoods that are good but...

Soma has usually replica hoods that are good but lack the Campagnolo branding.
sometimes a bit translucent, but good enough for the cost.
i would consider moving the levers up around the curve of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 565
Posted By repechage

takes a decently stocked hardware store to locate...

takes a decently stocked hardware store to locate those, good fit.

the Knurling of the adjuster wheel as acceptable?
lowest common denominator, shimano only did it as a patent workaround until...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 277
Posted By repechage

I am thinking abandon in place, no further...

I am thinking abandon in place, no further maintenance required.

these were not expensive pedals.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 565
Posted By repechage

Knurling is bad, Shimano did that and woe to the...

Knurling is bad, Shimano did that and woe to the down tubes often.
there are or were a number of sellers of units made of all aluminum.
I think a threaded hollow of ti and a wheel of aluminum would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 635
Posted By repechage

I have a cousin, a Robin Hood - the all steel...

I have a cousin, a Robin Hood - the all steel bicycle. A dark dark green, has a 3speed with coaster brake along with the rod brakes.
So decent braking.

lots of wheel flop at low speed.
i have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 430
Posted By repechage

In 1966 there was a bike safety course that if...

In 1966 there was a bike safety course that if one passed the skills tests a bike safety sticker was awarded, thick reflective adhesive backed metallic vinyl.

three years later I would not be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 715
Posted By repechage

I have sold very few, most likely if I found a...

I have sold very few, most likely if I found a bike of mine for sale it was stolen from me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,054
Posted By repechage

I would be looking for a unique Seiko watch in...

I would be looking for a unique Seiko watch in Tokyo.
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