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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

Here's a less cropped photo of Brooke. Searching...

Here's a less cropped photo of Brooke. Searching the web, I found out that guy with her is Willy McCarty. I'm still searching to see who he is....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

If he gets on the bike, he wouldn't be Walken. ...

If he gets on the bike, he wouldn't be Walken.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 344
Views: 140,948
Posted By gearbasher

Here's what was my Asolo. Post a horrendous...

Here's what was my Asolo. Post a horrendous accident --- bent bars, stem, fork, top tube and down tube. And I got the worst of it. It is now in the great recycling center in the sky.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

I bet nobody noticed she has one shoe off.

I bet nobody noticed she has one shoe off.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By gearbasher

I've had 3 crack on me. Replaced them with the...

I've had 3 crack on me. Replaced them with the Chorus style ones. They are same nut, no set screw. A little blue Loctite and then dot of red nail polish at the 12 o'clock position, so at a glance I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 03:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By gearbasher

When it comes to brakes, I wouldn't use anything...

When it comes to brakes, I wouldn't use anything with a crack in it. No matter where it is. But, that's just me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 02:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By gearbasher

That shoe on the silver one is loose and just...

That shoe on the silver one is loose and just flopping around. Like I said it's a parts donor. There are alloy "washers" with one concave side between the shoe and the arm. That's how the toe is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 418
Posted By gearbasher

Cracked Campy Dual Pivot Brakes

I hope these a C&V enough to post in this section. If not, I apologize.

Years back my Campy Chorus 9 speed era rear brake caliper developed a crack in one of the arms (left in photo). It's been a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 683
Views: 78,319
Posted By gearbasher

I decided in the beginning of July that I was...

I decided in the beginning of July that I was going to try to break my yearly mileage record. By the end of July, I decided I was going to try for 16K. At my age this will probably be my last chance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 856
Posted By gearbasher

I don't think it's Robin Williams' bike. If you...

I don't think it's Robin Williams' bike. If you look at the seat tube water bottle bosses, the upper boss is even with the cyrillic "N" on the ebay bike. On Robin Williams' frame, the upper boss is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 310
Views: 20,827
Posted By gearbasher

^^^^^ Here's one on eBay:...

^^^^^ Here's one on eBay:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

I'm talking flywheel ring gear. No oil.

I'm talking flywheel ring gear. No oil.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

Already combined. Used a small scraper. BTW. A...

Already combined. Used a small scraper.
BTW. A ring gear in the oven was the extent of my kitchen abuse. I've done the bearings in the freezer, but I have a freezer in my basement.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

The only reason I started using Park grease is...

The only reason I started using Park grease is because a friend of mine closed down his bike shop and gave me a few half filled tubs of the stuff. I guess I'll relegate it to greasing stems, seat...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

I ordered a couple of rebuild kits HB RE-100....

I ordered a couple of rebuild kits HB RE-100. Then I remebered I had a couple of donor hubs with a cracked flanges that were given to me by a friend. I used the cups and cones from them. Now, mine is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

Non-drive side rear cone. Cup looks about the...

Non-drive side rear cone. Cup looks about the same.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

I definitely do not put too much preload on them....

I definitely do not put too much preload on them. I bought the (I believe 21mm) spanner to adjust the preload and I never used it. I use my finger tips. Also, after I adjust to the point where there...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 748
Posted By gearbasher

Campy Record 10 Hubs -- I guess I'm asking too much

I just disassembled my Record 10 speed hubs to clean and re-grease. I do this about every 10,000 miles. The hubs have 75,000 miles on them and the cups and cones are totally shot. I expected them to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 715
Posted By gearbasher

Is it selling for less than you got for it?

Is it selling for less than you got for it?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,333
Posted By gearbasher

I have the opposite problem. I have 5 road bikes....

I have the opposite problem. I have 5 road bikes. I ride them all, but I ride too much and don't have the time or energy to properly maintain them. So, I do "breakdown" maintenance just to keep them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

Maggie Q ...

Maggie Q
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 419
Posted By gearbasher

Yes, to the first question No, to the second. ...

Yes, to the first question
No, to the second.
It's already replaced. Gonna see what happens to the others. One more break and I'll replace the whole drive side.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 419
Posted By gearbasher

The nipple broke right at the base and there were...

The nipple broke right at the base and there were 2-3 threads passed the point where it broke.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 419
Posted By gearbasher

Yup, broke on the drive side. I never thought...

Yup, broke on the drive side. I never thought about just replacing the drive side with brass. Half the work and I already have 1/16th done. This might be my first course of action.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 419
Posted By gearbasher

%$&*$#% Alloy nipples

Years back, I bought a set of Campy Record/Mavic Open Pro wheels from Performance. I never had luck with commercially built wheels, but the wheelset was cheaper than buying the just the hubs. So, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-24, 01:56 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

Megan Fox ...

Megan Fox
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,223
Posted By gearbasher

According to VeloBase, these Gipiemme cranks came...

According to VeloBase, these Gipiemme cranks came in both English and French threads: https://velobase.com/ViewComponent.aspx?ID=2D6B7107-DAC8-472B-A274-06CED61CC544&Enum=115&AbsPos=3...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,051
Posted By gearbasher

But, if you add the dimensions on the right...

But, if you add the dimensions on the right illustration you get 20.0 +10.5 = 30.5.

If you add the dimensions on the two Levins, they don't add up to the spec stated.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 78,319
Posted By gearbasher

Jan. 804 Feb. 990 Mar. 1133 April 1012 ...

Jan. 804
Feb. 990
Mar. 1133
April 1012
May 1472
June 1645
July 1703
Tot. 8759
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

Looks like "Wonder Woman".

Looks like "Wonder Woman".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 171
Posted By gearbasher

Campy 10 speed rear hub rough / cured

I'm putting this in C&V because I feel the silver Campy 10 speed hubs are now vintage.
I have a new 36H front hub and while searching for a matching rear hub I came upon a used pair with a price I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 584
Posted By gearbasher

I use a chain and the combination lock from my...

I use a chain and the combination lock from my high school locker. I graduated in '77.
BTW: This is for my "errand" bike. I won't miss it if it's stolen. My road bikes never leave my sight.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By gearbasher

Not on a bike. But, from "A Knight's Tale", Alan...

Not on a bike. But, from "A Knight's Tale", Alan Tudyk (far right) is wearing a celeste tunic with something close to a Bianchi crest....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 558
Posted By gearbasher

Since some don't think twice about putting...

Since some don't think twice about putting Shimano on Italian frames, just put it on a Colnago.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,192
Posted By gearbasher

As far as polarized lenses, when I wear them,...

As far as polarized lenses, when I wear them, manhole covers, some cars windows and dark oils spots or asphalt repairs look like they are"'shimmying" to me. Enough to make me feel seasick. So, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,352
Posted By gearbasher

I've used an electric impact wrench with sucess....

I've used an electric impact wrench with sucess. One "blip" and it was loose.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,192
Posted By gearbasher

I was gonna bring up the notion of Rule 37, and...

I was gonna bring up the notion of Rule 37, and ask what was the preferred way to place the helmet straps. Sorry, but I disagree with Rule 37. I always place the arms under the straps. Why? I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,192
Posted By gearbasher

I've been a fan of Smith® Sunglasses for most of...

I've been a fan of Smith® Sunglasses for most of my life. All but one pair here are Smith's. They have interchangeable lenses. I pretty much select which pair to wear by weather and lighting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 725
Posted By gearbasher

If that's fully extended, I wonder what Brooks...

If that's fully extended, I wonder what Brooks would say about this one:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,737
Posted By gearbasher

Now he only has to win 5 tours.

Now he only has to win 5 tours.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By gearbasher

Well, we're on to something. I lowered the bars...

Well, we're on to something. I lowered the bars and put the drops almost level. Went out for a test ride. Instead of my shoulders screaming at me after 25 miles, they started to whisper after 45...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 683
Views: 78,319
Posted By gearbasher

Jan. 804 Feb. 990 Mar. 1133 April 1012 ...

Jan. 804
Feb. 990
Mar. 1133
April 1012
May 1472
June 1645
Tot. 7056

Had a few personal "achievements?" this month.
One of my bikes reached 100,000 miles.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By gearbasher

I have no rollers. As far as setback and all...

I have no rollers. As far as setback and all other measurements, I took the bike I was most comfortable on and matched all my four other bikes to it. Setback was set before reach when I did it. So,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By gearbasher

Same bars, stem, saddle, brake levers, wheels and...

Same bars, stem, saddle, brake levers, wheels and tires. Same saddle height and reach to the bars. The bar height on the bike in question is 1/2" higher than the more comfortable bike. I would think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By gearbasher

Now that I have some time, I'll give the reason...

Now that I have some time, I'll give the reason I'm asking. Years back I bought a 55cm, NOS, Guerciotti TSX frameset, It's probably early '90s. It came with a matching fork that was probably for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 675
Posted By gearbasher

Question about fork rake and different frame sizes.

Without getting into the long reason why I'm asking this. But, for the same model steel frames, was a smaller rake used on the larger (i.e. 60cm +) frames than the smaller ones?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 547
Posted By gearbasher

Original paint, but the decals are almost gone....

Original paint, but the decals are almost gone. I'm more impressed that the Italian chrome held up so well. It's been on some salty winter rides.
As far as riding style: I've never raced, but I rode...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 547
Posted By gearbasher

My Maza turned it's 100,000th mile, today

So, my TSX Maza hit 100,000 miles today. Here's a pic of it at the time it reached that number (It now has 100,006 miles):...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,729
Posted By gearbasher

I swore by my Silca frame pumps. I probably had a...

I swore by my Silca frame pumps. I probably had a dozen of them at one time. Then one day, I'm out riding and I hit a street that was milled for repaving. I went up a curb cut that was probably 3"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,548
Posted By gearbasher

But, he might get circumcised on the way down.

But, he might get circumcised on the way down.
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