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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 15,509
Views: 4,172,095
Posted By Mr. 66

It looks like a wheel lock, poorly installed

It looks like a wheel lock, poorly installed
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-09-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 264
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh it’s very worthy, not much value though. I...

Oh it’s very worthy, not much value though. I would keep looking. Carbolite tubing does not carry a value like the Reynolds or Vitus on the French frames. Those are tubing are thinker lighter and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 8,026
Views: 994,277
Posted By Mr. 66

The broken bianchi is stripped down for tricolor....

The broken bianchi is stripped down for tricolor.
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0075_fe9fe0ceb7339129b23ce15ba649950d1d095263.jpegThe bianchi had major frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 332
Posted By Mr. 66

Interesting cable routing

Interesting cable routing
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-08-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 336
Posted By Mr. 66

English expert you are!? Anyway if you pick...

English expert you are!?

Anyway if you pick up the Course it will be Swiss threaded bottom bracket.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 8,026
Views: 994,277
Posted By Mr. 66

The Icicle gets a closer look. The rear triangle...

The Icicle gets a closer look. The rear triangle was out, not mightily, but the effort to correct sure was lol....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 336
Posted By Mr. 66

Course! Gosh I think that one has a few usable...

Course! Gosh I think that one has a few usable parts, if one wants to spend an extended amount of time to clean and polish. The frame itself is probably ok structural. Maybe the headset is ok but all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 245
Posted By Mr. 66

I just try to clean up as much as I can. I’ll use...

I just try to clean up as much as I can. I’ll use water and finger nail and etch the rust. Some will use a foil rub to take down rust, sometimes this can dull the chrome. Most rust will just pop off...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,624
Posted By Mr. 66

Sounds like rock and roll band release… ...

Sounds like rock and roll band release…

Band:
Ok?

album:
Holes in the steer tube

Tracks:
1. Holes in the steer tube
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 241
Posted By Mr. 66

That has to be 1981-82, French threaded. Looks to...

That has to be 1981-82, French threaded. Looks to be great shape!!! Tubular wheels hold the value down. Gosh $350?

Is this from your collection? I would post an add Craigslist for $500 and see how...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 384
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that’s gorgeous, that’s 1984, Tange Champion...

Oh that’s gorgeous, that’s 1984, Tange Champion no 1, you have a mix of dura ace most of is probably not original. The saddle is not original, that is a leather wrap on the bars.

Pink is a plus,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 303
Posted By Mr. 66

Yes, plus Craigslist, OfferUp, Facebook, local...

Yes, plus Craigslist, OfferUp, Facebook, local classified, local charities are all wonderful places one can find such.

For that Nishiki, being a hybrid, size can be difficult to determine. Some...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 303
Posted By Mr. 66

You really should be asking the seller to provide...

You really should be asking the seller to provide the information.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 305
Posted By Mr. 66

I have experience with performance ...

I have experience with performance
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$50-$200, yes that is correct with the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 305
Posted By Mr. 66

As-is I would guess about $60. More than likely...

As-is I would guess about $60. More than likely made in Taiwan. Do you know the tubing? That could increase value, marginally.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 399
Posted By Mr. 66

The last time I tried to remove and soak in a...

The last time I tried to remove and soak in a solvent it borked the hood to sticky. I’m hesitant on repeating. The last couple I’ve cleaned out I left installed and inverted the bike to flush so the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 60,840
Posted By Mr. 66

Thanks! In spite of the size I may look into...

Thanks!

In spite of the size I may look into it, or I look forward to see someone else here on the the forum envibe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 60,840
Posted By Mr. 66

This is just a little big for 66. I don’t know...

This is just a little big for 66. I don’t know why but I can’t copy and paste the link Craigslist80s Cinelli beater - $150...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,122
Posted By Mr. 66

Rusted chain should not be an issue, imo.

Rusted chain should not be an issue, imo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1,427
Views: 503,087
Posted By Mr. 66

I think the red forks ‘Bianchi’ looks hand written

I think the red forks ‘Bianchi’ looks hand written
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 384
Posted By Mr. 66

Not much, unless you can find a cult collector. I...

Not much, unless you can find a cult collector. I sold one, rust free, two speed kick back, it must have sold for $125.

The buyer had 17 in various condition and build.

The nonfolders are not...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 929
Posted By Mr. 66

That’s really good condition, good group, $220 is...

That’s really good condition, good group, $220 is a good price. If I were selling I would be asking $300.

A very popular bike. It’s not the Miami Vice, still popular nonetheless.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 429
Posted By Mr. 66

I can’t really give number on this one. Do you...

I can’t really give number on this one. Do you know what the tubing is?

If it is slx that’s a good price not great, if it’s sl that’s an ok price, if it’s matrix or chromor then it’s high.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 44,842
Posted By Mr. 66

After some clean out and service to the shifter...

After some clean out and service to the shifter bosses the levers are as they should be. I did replace one of the d-screw....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 8,026
Views: 994,277
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s a wrap! ...

It’s a wrap!
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,372
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh your vintage headset, here is a point where it...

Oh your vintage headset, here is a point where it is better to go with a loose ball treatment and fill the track with as many loose new bearings that will fit the track unbinding. Yes you got caught...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,202
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer,...

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer, yes those are far between. Gear number 3 looks very worn and number 6 looks hooky.

I think some people use newer cassettes’ cogs, slightly modified...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 307
Posted By Mr. 66

33” inseam, that’s a tall frame needed. Vintage...

33” inseam, that’s a tall frame needed. Vintage steel, you may need a 60cm plus.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,060
Posted By Mr. 66

I was able draw some detail ...

I was able draw some detail
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,372
Posted By Mr. 66

I would say that a French bike was not a good...

I would say that a French bike was not a good choice for your level of knowledge at the time. Was this the Super Mirage? At $200 in 2011 you may have overpaid. You probably have learned since then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 359
Posted By Mr. 66

In memory of the fallen

For those that sacrificed we have our holiday, thank you.

Red
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0495_7cc0ce01f2a61cb6f6a25c3cd456f1231130c041.jpegWhite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 556
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh dude stick to chemistry! Your knowledge of...

Oh dude stick to chemistry! Your knowledge of wood production off. 2 by 4 is 1.5” x 3.5”. Mostly construction wood is milled to sized and kiln dried. You are not going to find that much variation on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 684
Posted By Mr. 66

Perhaps it is not, and only crud at the spoke...

Perhaps it is not, and only crud at the spoke hole to the right of the flag. Yes, double check.

I used to have a couple sets of those that I was to sell one set, and luckily saw before selling. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 684
Posted By Mr. 66

Note more than broken nipples, you appear to have...

Note more than broken nipples, you appear to have a cracked rim as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 342
Posted By Mr. 66

I confirm, that is a Seattle build. That’s about...

I confirm, that is a Seattle build. That’s about all can, I don’t know his product line. I have one that I did a repaint of. The decals are different than what came on that one. Mine is Columbus SL....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 13,189
Posted By Mr. 66

I just would wedge a screw driver to hold the...

I just would wedge a screw driver to hold the cone in place when tightening the locknut.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 390
Posted By Mr. 66

Under warranty, bring it back for service, don’t...

Under warranty, bring it back for service, don’t mess around with a failed brake.

Thank you for saving the president…
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-26-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 628
Posted By Mr. 66

I feel your pain, only...

I feel your pain, only bigger…https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0422_9c04a4225fd95eae6cfd847b378e01d9589930a0.jpeg
Even though it has fenders I don’t think this has...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-25-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 846
Posted By Mr. 66

That is a fabulous fully Reynolds no frills...

That is a fabulous fully Reynolds no frills frame, no braze ons, no panto. That bike originally had Nervar cranks and bb, huret derailers, Normandy red foil hubs low flange, with a simplex seat post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,407
Posted By Mr. 66

You should go for the Trac Phoenix 300 step...

You should go for the Trac Phoenix 300 step through. Now that’s a project
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 952
Posted By Mr. 66

I do think the internal cable route is factory....

I do think the internal cable route is factory. Yes 80’s. SP tubing on a small frame, probably rides tight, or stiff to SL and SLX. Mid level production. The Columbus decal being tattered, that’s not...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-24-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 407
Posted By Mr. 66

More of a stabbing guess, as a local sell I think...

More of a stabbing guess, as a local sell I think I would put a Craigslist price of $450.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 628
Posted By Mr. 66

That’s a pretty really nice bike, well equipped....

That’s a pretty really nice bike, well equipped. That’s a good price too. I do wonder about the seatlug, that band clamp is not right. I am not a fan of the one piece barwrap/hoodcovers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 60,840
Posted By Mr. 66

There may be problems at the cable exit point for...

There may be problems at the cable exit point for the rear brake. It looks like there may be a weld there. The internal cable routing was not good for these bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8,026
Views: 994,277
Posted By Mr. 66

On a recent pickup the bb was installed way too...

On a recent pickup the bb was installed way too tight. It felt good after adjusting, mostly. Upon removing inspection showed otherwise, a massive amount of grind on the nds, and a deep pit on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 234
Posted By Mr. 66

Brake reach make be an issue when converted. The...

Brake reach make be an issue when converted. The stock front brake caliper have been to short or at maximum reach on many of the Japan bikes I converted to 700. I don’t recall having reach issue with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,647
Posted By Mr. 66

No, I do not tip mechanics at the basic shop. I...

No, I do not tip mechanics at the basic shop. I have been known to tip at the local nonprofit coop and bike kitchens kinds of places.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,641
Posted By Mr. 66

That looks very clean. I kind of remember those...

That looks very clean. I kind of remember those with the through tube routing. They only did that a season or two. I don’t think the entry and exit points are reinforced leading to area of potential...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 44,842
Posted By Mr. 66

I don’t think I’ve posted the bikes of blue at...

I don’t think I’ve posted the bikes of blue at the 66. These are all very fine rides.

The 1980 Pro Miyata, awaiting Nitto Mod 55 bars. This was one of the first Japan bikes with recessed mount...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 176
Posted By Mr. 66

If I recall correctly, some of the early Maxi...

If I recall correctly, some of the early Maxi cranks had a different taper than later.
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