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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 374
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: 15
Views: 374
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: 15
Views: 374
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: 15
Views: 374
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: 196
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: 196
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: 15
Views: 374
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: 15
Views: 374
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: 196
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: 516
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: 276
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: 1,034
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: 752
Posted By Piff

26.4 clamp?

26.4 clamp?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 50,502
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: 7,893
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: 1,638
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: 1,034
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: 404
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: 1,034
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: 1,034
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: 397
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: 397
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: 789
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: 789
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: 789
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: 789
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: 789
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: 789
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: 1,160
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. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,160
Posted By Piff

What tire width are you hoping to run? I...

What tire width are you hoping to run?

I seem to remember reading about Sheldon only using half of the spoke holes on a hub for a rim before, like a 36h hub and 18h rims perhaps...though I cannot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,893
Posted By Piff

Beautiful sports tourer!! Looks like you're...

Beautiful sports tourer!! Looks like you're ready for a good ride, almost :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 11:19 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 20,292
Posted By Piff

Is that the crank that's been on eBay for a...

Is that the crank that's been on eBay for a while? I've been drooling over it for months.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 468
Posted By Piff

Finally! Been waiting for your thread. :thumb: ...

Finally! Been waiting for your thread. :thumb:

Seeing the frame built up makes me realize how tall you are. I am quite envious of those cranks...after looking around a bit for weight weenie...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-11-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 153
Posted By Piff

WTB: Specialized Oura Saddle, 143mm, black

As the title says. Looking to purchase a black Oura saddle in 143mm. All the black ones on ebay right now are carbon fibre or titanium railed versions and too rich for my blood.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,239
Posted By Piff

What is that gizmo?

What is that gizmo?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 587
Posted By Piff

Wow, the paint is impeccable. Great score! And...

Wow, the paint is impeccable. Great score! And a very interesting triple half step setup...

What are those pedals?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,034
Posted By Piff

Some of the drain holes (or are they holes for...

Some of the drain holes (or are they holes for brazing for the gas to escape?) have slight evidence of rust, but everything looks really minor. I haven't pulled the seatpost yet or the stem or bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,034
Posted By Piff

I haven't pulled out the straight edge and ruler...

I haven't pulled out the straight edge and ruler quite yet, but it's got a fair amount of offset. I'm guessing the trail is somewhere in the 40s? And I have no idea the frame angles, I plan to ask...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 2,687
Views: 1,157,389
Posted By Piff

KJ 05825 What's the deal with the big 'M'?...

KJ 05825

What's the deal with the big 'M'? or 'W'?

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,034
Posted By Piff

Eureka! Nishiki GRAN TOUR 15

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(Please excuse the mess. It's Monday.)



I have been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 2,624
Views: 686,892
Posted By Piff

I very nearly purchased it based on your...

I very nearly purchased it based on your recommendation! But! The frame has a slight dent in the top tube...Hard for me to purchase and put a bunch of work into when right now I'm looking for 'the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 2,624
Views: 686,892
Posted By Piff

Hmmm, it is frustrating to see again reports of...

Hmmm, it is frustrating to see again reports of these old Waterloo Treks have poor tire/fender clearance despite giant chainstays. Thanks for the response. I'm trying to have my cake and eat it too,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 2,624
Views: 686,892
Posted By Piff

Very much late to the party on this one, but...

Very much late to the party on this one, but would you say this frame can take 28mm tires plus fenders? It's hard to tell from the photos, but it looks as if things are already tight with the tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:32 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,919
Posted By Piff

Agree with starting with tire size and to go from...

Agree with starting with tire size and to go from there. What's your preference?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,556,854
Posted By Piff

Nice wheelset for a retro-roadie. 105 5700 hubs...

Nice wheelset for a retro-roadie. 105 5700 hubs and TB14 rims. $260.

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bop/d/san-francisco-like-new-hson-tb-14/7733139079.html

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,556,854
Posted By Piff

Alert, alert, fair-condition Univega Gran Turismo...

Alert, alert, fair-condition Univega Gran Turismo with all the nice rack/fenders mounts. For the very tall. Ad says 62cm...but it looks maybe even taller. $300.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 399
Posted By Piff

Great! I was mostly worried about the freehub...

Great! I was mostly worried about the freehub splines not being tall enough. Build is a go!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 399
Posted By Piff

Dura Ace 7800 cassette on regular hyperglide freehub?

Went looking for an answer but came upshort. The question is short and simple, will a 7800 cassette, meant for a freehub with tall splines, work with a regular hyperglide cassette? Specific usecase...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,556,854
Posted By Piff

Top tube dinged Ritchey Road Logic and Kestrel 1"...

Top tube dinged Ritchey Road Logic and Kestrel 1" threaded fork. $275

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bop/d/san-carlos-ritchey-road-logic-frame/7731223167.html

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,556,854
Posted By Piff

NOS Weinmann 500G brakset. $50 ...

NOS Weinmann 500G brakset. $50

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/bop/d/berkeley-nos-vintage-dia-compe-brakes/7726801196.html

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