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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,875
Posted By iab

I like your enthusiasm, and there is no doubt...

I like your enthusiasm, and there is no doubt aging has made me more cynical, but I do have experience. If I may make an observation/opinion, most people hate change, even more so as they age. And...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 13,715
Posted By iab

What's so funny. That's how I get day 2 out of...

What's so funny. That's how I get day 2 out of my shorts. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,875
Posted By iab

Just my opinion, but I think there is no doubt...

Just my opinion, but I think there is no doubt vintage bikes are going the way of the model train. Sure, you'll have onesies and twosies of younger folks who get into it, but their numbers will be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,875
Posted By iab

Link? My guess is you think wood rims suck. ...

Link?

My guess is you think wood rims suck. And while stopping with wood rims sucks (when compared to aluminum) and are as stiff as a wet noodle, so what? It is merely a different riding...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,875
Posted By iab

You are new here. Atlas Shrugged is a broken...

You are new here. Atlas Shrugged is a broken record, he thinks C&V members are meanies who hate on new stuff. When in reality, they troll here and gets their undies in a bunch when correctly told...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,875
Posted By iab

Dude. Let it go. Go for a ride. Something,...

Dude. Let it go. Go for a ride. Something, anything.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,504
Posted By iab

Why? Sunday is vintage day for me. Whether...

Why?

Sunday is vintage day for me. Whether it is a rider or a collector item as you have defined it. Why exactly must anyone restrict how, when, where, what they want to ride? Why so black and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,875
Posted By iab

1/2-1/3 of peak prices of the mid to late aughts.

1/2-1/3 of peak prices of the mid to late aughts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 522
Posted By iab

Thank you Randy. My inspiration comes from an...

Thank you Randy. My inspiration comes from an original Maino I regret not buying.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 522
Posted By iab

Not a clue. This project was more of going down...

Not a clue. This project was more of going down the component rabbit hole and not the frame rabbit hole.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,504
Posted By iab

One other thing, I think certain frames are...

One other thing, I think certain frames are sacrosanct. Some things should never be restomods. In terms of "wrenching", I am attracted to those. I like the time and patience to find the right bits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,019
Posted By iab

idk, I used to jump my bike over garbage cans. ...

idk, I used to jump my bike over garbage cans. I'm still here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,504
Posted By iab

I think this is one of the most common reasons I...

I think this is one of the most common reasons I have seen on this forum. And I would accept it if it were being written by someone that owned one or two bikes. But that is not typical of your C&V...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,504
Posted By iab

And of course, getting a modern groupset on a...

And of course, getting a modern groupset on a vintage frame from the local swap is definitely the best bang for your buck for keeping up with a $10K wonderbike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 522
Posted By iab

Don't tell anyone, but the Campagnolo shifter...

Don't tell anyone, but the Campagnolo shifter shim thingy has a closed "C" and not an open "C". 5 lashes with a wet noodle for me. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 522
Posted By iab

1951 Maino

For my 8 regular readers, in case you missed it, I finished the bike. All started here - https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1264506-i-bought-dropouts-seconda-parte.html

Well, 99%...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,504
Posted By iab

For clarity, and adding my .02 :), Vintage...

For clarity, and adding my .02 :), Vintage Aesthetic not only includes how the bike looks, but also encompasses the user experience. The bottom line is modern components outperform their vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 04:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,281
Posted By iab

The reverse to the EU sounds much worse than...

The reverse to the EU sounds much worse than shipping to the US.

Again, DHL has hit me with import duties, but absolutely no other carrier. I think the last was an Ekar group from Lord Gun. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,281
Posted By iab

Avoid DHL. They, not ebay, will charge customs...

Avoid DHL. They, not ebay, will charge customs fees. I have never had another shipper charge me, only DHL.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8,833
Views: 1,148,599
Posted By iab

Saw it. Never saw one before. Bought it. ...

Saw it. Never saw one before. Bought it. Matches my bike.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1010/pxl_20240513_212700503_39a5f7f0f762dc55106edf80206859ca29ba3073.jpg

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,263
Posted By iab

My submission for #5, From The Frame Up. 1951...

My submission for #5, From The Frame Up. 1951 Maino

All pics - https://www.flickr.com/photos/68123172@N03/albums/72177720304290867/

This started as just a frame. Yes, there was an original...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,263
Posted By iab

My submission for #3, Restoration. 1939 Paglianti...

My submission for #3, Restoration. 1939 Paglianti

All pics - https://www.flickr.com/photos/68123172@N03/albums/72157718830574822/

This came to me as an original frame, BB, cranks, headset and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,256
Posted By iab

When I run out of money. That's when it is...

When I run out of money. That's when it is beyond repair,
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,373
Posted By iab

OG. ...

OG.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,989
Posted By iab

I got a pm, VoldeTunes is in. In mikekone ...

I got a pm, VoldeTunes is in.

In
mikekone
iab
John Barron
cinelliguy
cb400bill
TenGrainBread
Bianchigirll
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,424
Posted By iab

That's unfortunate. For future reference,...

That's unfortunate.

For future reference, Paris has a wonderful rail system to get you to CDG , I hate that airport, into Paris and around town.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,373
Posted By iab

FB Ercole Baldini hubs. ...

FB Ercole Baldini hubs.


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,392
Posted By iab

Again, working for me just fine.

Again, working for me just fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,392
Posted By iab

No. Should I be concerned? Will my computer...

No.

Should I be concerned? Will my computer explode?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,989
Posted By iab

In mikekone iab John Barron cinelliguy ...

In
mikekone
iab
John Barron
cinelliguy
cb400bill
TenGrainBread
Bianchigirll
76SLT
djm323
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,989
Posted By iab

In mikekone iab John Barron cinelliguy ...

In
mikekone
iab
John Barron
cinelliguy
cb400bill
TenGrainBread
Bianchigirll
76SLT
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,989
Posted By iab

In mikekone iab John Barron cinelliguy ...

In
mikekone
iab
John Barron
cinelliguy
cb400bill
TenGrainBread
Bianchigirll

Maybe
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 86,799
Posted By iab

Left, Francesco Moser. Right, Roger De...

Left, Francesco Moser. Right, Roger De Vlaeminck. Moser won.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,286
Posted By iab

Looking at the the local FB marketplace, there is...

Looking at the the local FB marketplace, there is a Tarmac with full DA11 for $1400 and a Madone with DA10 for $1100. I see a good deal, not a nightmare.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-26-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,346
Posted By iab

I see them for sale for $700-$800. But I have...

I see them for sale for $700-$800. But I have never seen one actually sell for that price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,759
Posted By iab

After great time, great expense, extensive...

After great time, great expense, extensive repairs and a few replacement parts printed in stainless steel, I have the proper rear derailleur.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,989
Posted By iab

I'm going. Can we get a rollcall?

I'm going. Can we get a rollcall?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,989
Posted By iab

At the shindigs I have organized I always had a...

At the shindigs I have organized I always had a "People's Choice - Varsity Class" category for your "less prestigious" bikes. What's nice is all you have to do is print that on the people's choice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 16,816
Posted By iab

After 4 failed attempts to bend 0.5" 304 around a...

After 4 failed attempts to bend 0.5" 304 around a tight mandrel I decided to print the piece for the rear rack crown. $22.57.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 16,816
Posted By iab

Columbus XCR. Except the fork, Columbus doesn't...

Columbus XCR. Except the fork, Columbus doesn't offer a stainless option. I went with KVA.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 144
Views: 16,816
Posted By iab

I don't recall that quote. It was 9 years ago. ...

I don't recall that quote. It was 9 years ago. I did buy a single lug (top head tube) in 2017. It was $312. The box above, 21 parts total, was $445. The BB was the most expensive at $68. Not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 16,816
Posted By iab

Parts! Finally pulled the trigger. ...

Parts! Finally pulled the trigger.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,620
Posted By iab

Sounds like a proper cleaning and perhaps winding...

Sounds like a proper cleaning and perhaps winding up the cage spring a notch should fix your ails. I find GS to be quite smooth, just a bit limited on gearing and having the the typical Campagnolo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,620
Posted By iab

What's the problem?

What's the problem?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 613
Posted By iab

Aldus Freehand. That's a blast from the past. I...

Aldus Freehand. That's a blast from the past. I did use it for a while, but I already knew the keyboard commands for Illustrator and never did a switch.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 613
Posted By iab

I was referring to head tube and seat tube...

I was referring to head tube and seat tube decals. Sorry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,053
Posted By iab

FBM purchases shipped from Italy - 2 frames, hub,...

FBM purchases shipped from Italy - 2 frames, hub, rims. No problems whatsoever. Then again, I'm fully aware I could be throwing away money. But I collect vintage bikes. I have been throwing away...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 768
Posted By iab

Actually, most silver things are anodized with...

Actually, most silver things are anodized with clear.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 613
Posted By iab

By the way, you can see in the above example, the...

By the way, you can see in the above example, the decal was not placed square. Slightly twisted. Off center is quite common too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 613
Posted By iab

Generally, the designer figures it out. In most...

Generally, the designer figures it out. In most cases, the wrap is minimal and the "warp" is also minimal. In the example below, the flat image of the "wrap" is 19.5mm. As you can see in the other...
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