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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 156
Posted By RustyJames

Metal cleaner - I found a Winner!!

I haven’t searched the forum but my holy grail of metal cleaners would remove grease and muck but doesn’t polish or scratch which seems to be a “side effect” of most stuff.

I was strolling...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 381
Posted By RustyJames

I’ve seen 28” (clincher and tubular) but in my...

I’ve seen 28” (clincher and tubular) but in my limited exposure I’ve never seen 27” tubulars. Thanks for the ejumukation.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 381
Posted By RustyJames

From the catalog - 27” tubulars? I thought all...

From the catalog - 27” tubulars? I thought all tubulars were 700c?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 399
Posted By RustyJames

Like these? ...

Like these?

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6274_509545977f91ae182d03ce66004bdd055ba37c11.jpeg

The hoods are unobtainium and a piece of plastic is broken off...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 844
Posted By RustyJames

My buddy was down there from OR and I see his...

My buddy was down there from OR and I see his bike in one of the pics. Quality stuff.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,829
Posted By RustyJames

Isn't life funny. I move one of my road bikes and...

Isn't life funny. I move one of my road bikes and I think “holy cats this thing is light!!” I move one of the cruisers and don’t think anything of it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,838
Posted By RustyJames

Probably my poor memory, sun was in my eyes, dog...

Probably my poor memory, sun was in my eyes, dog ate my homework, etc. There is an Ozark Trail MTB for $300 so maybe that was it?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,838
Posted By RustyJames

I saw a review of this bike on Berm Peak Express...

I saw a review of this bike on Berm Peak Express a couple of months ago and it was generally a positive review. He messed around with it and put a suspension fork and different group set on it which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 225
Posted By RustyJames

juvela Grazie Mille! That is absolutely stellar...

juvela Grazie Mille! That is absolutely stellar sleuthing. Long day at the office for me so I’ll soak-in more of it in the next couple of days.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 206
Posted By RustyJames

I love the lizard green/yellow but not all...

I love the lizard green/yellow but not all Legnanos were painted that color. I have one that is “regular” green with the box striping and correct decals in place so VERY unlikely a respray.

A...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 291
Posted By RustyJames

I’m often surprised with chrome that looks like...

I’m often surprised with chrome that looks like it is being eaten by rust cleans up quite well. I use either a brass bristle brush or wadded up tin foil and WD40 and if stuff flakes off, stop. No...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 225
Posted By RustyJames

Maurizio brand - anyone??

A post popped up on a Facebook group for the below bike. I had not heard of the Maurizio brand but the bike has “Maurizio” stamping/branding all over it. Dropouts, headset, crank arms, fork caps....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,644
Posted By RustyJames

I propose this become the kinda-official BF C&V...

I propose this become the kinda-official BF C&V oath/pledge/motto/whatever.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,829
Posted By RustyJames

I never weigh bikes but I have an early 60s...

I never weigh bikes but I have an early 60s Schwinn “middleweight” that is probably in the mid-40 pound weight range. Lovely to ride, not that it was asked.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 616
Posted By RustyJames

What a wonderful thing! I don’t have any...

What a wonderful thing!

I don’t have any contribution regarding the maker but my soft spot for crusty city bikes borders on mental illness. I suspect juvela will have some insight.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,983
Posted By RustyJames

I don’t think anyone mentioned this but let’s say...

I don’t think anyone mentioned this but let’s say the dice are rolled and the fork is going to be reused with a long stem. Tightening the wedge would likely be the final straw.

It is mentioned...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,644
Posted By RustyJames

I definitely have one. It’s a Nitto Pearl so...

I definitely have one. It’s a Nitto Pearl so kinda fancy but I think it’s all steel so maybe not too fancy.

Alternately, maybe someone has an old BMX stem with some rise if that is what is sought?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 871
Posted By RustyJames

Au contraire! I have made a few recent trips to...

Au contraire! I have made a few recent trips to Universal Cycles and basically all of the smaller stuff has been put behind counters. The guy at the register told me too much stuff has been lifted so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 479
Posted By RustyJames

I like upsetting others (to a degree) but I’m...

I like upsetting others (to a degree) but I’m peculiar. I dare to do something to my preference which is kind of bold these days.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,644
Posted By RustyJames

Indeed, highly probable. 7 blocks from your home;...

Indeed, highly probable. 7 blocks from your home;

”Here lies the body of….”
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,644
Posted By RustyJames

On the top of a remote hill in Montana… ...

On the top of a remote hill in Montana…

”Here lies the body of the great N Lerner. A man whose reach exceeded his grasp”
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 7,534
Posted By RustyJames

See my post, #49. If there is a large gap...

See my post, #49.

If there is a large gap from the year of the frame to the year of the components on it, it is no longer vintage. I could slap electronic shifting on my 1960 Legnano and it would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,651
Posted By RustyJames

Strawbunyan step right up! I have a great 7400...

Strawbunyan step right up! I have a great 7400 starter kit. Brakes, front derailleur and crankset. PM me if interested.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 7,534
Posted By RustyJames

100% agreement. The user experience…. I have...

100% agreement. The user experience….

I have an original Ford Model T in my garage. If I swap out the original flathead 4 with a V8, toss the wood wheels, add independent front suspension with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-16-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 556
Posted By RustyJames

Too slow dad gummit….

Too slow dad gummit….
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 7,534
Posted By RustyJames

Popcorn chomper topic and someone could turn this...

Popcorn chomper topic and someone could turn this discussion into a philosophy doctoral thesis.

IMO - once you start hanging modern components on a vintage frame, it’s no longer vintage. Nothing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 268
Posted By RustyJames

FWIW - my last attempt with a can shim was a...

FWIW - my last attempt with a can shim was a fail. The surface of the can was too smooth and no amount of tightening or roughing up the can surface achieved the goal. I spent $20 on a Kalloy post and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 941
Posted By RustyJames

swissycle If it works for you ignore what anyone...

swissycle If it works for you ignore what anyone says. I have a couple of bikes that would make many here cringe but I like ‘em.

Pedal on!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,810
Posted By RustyJames

Thank you for the education to this ‘Murican that...

Thank you for the education to this ‘Murican that is not familiar with R C tubing.

“Bonderized” - I love the marketing jargon companies make up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,810
Posted By RustyJames

Reynolds tubing (assuming the decal is correct)...

Reynolds tubing (assuming the decal is correct) and nice lugs - I would be thrilled to own that but I’m peculiar.
Also, I would keep the Halfords decals on it because of being peculiar.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 547
Posted By RustyJames

I would pick the frame with fancier lugs but...

I would pick the frame with fancier lugs but that’s just me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,050
Posted By RustyJames

Wrong taper on the BB for the crank arms?

Wrong taper on the BB for the crank arms?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 593
Posted By RustyJames

Most of the frames that are discussed here aren’t...

Most of the frames that are discussed here aren’t welded, they’re brazed together like copper pipes in plumbing. The tubing is quite thin in the main triangle and welding equipment could blow a hole...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 768
Posted By RustyJames

Groody Brothers Changes

Copy/paste from their Facebook page;

Important Changes at Groody Bros. Bicycle Restoration

Dear Valued Customers,

After much consideration, being the single employee and owner of Groody...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 9,454
Posted By RustyJames

Walz caps makes cycling caps but they aren’t...

Walz caps makes cycling caps but they aren’t branded Bianchi, Colnago, etc.

https://www.walzcaps.com/

I found a Legnano cap on eBay. Made in Italy and I believe the same company makes many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 43,134
Posted By RustyJames

I went with white cable housing and I think it...

I went with white cable housing and I think it looks fab!
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2793_ff21919bb018e57296ced3b5b2b1b6f8eaf95a88.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,091
Posted By RustyJames

Good one 🤣🤣

Good one 🤣🤣
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,193
Posted By RustyJames

Someone may correct me but 36/40H and light...

Someone may correct me but 36/40H and light weight aren’t a “thing” since that set up is touring use and light weight isn’t the primary objective.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 22,397
Views: 4,776,640
Posted By RustyJames

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1179x1767/img_6146_56adaff9c77f9db25670c199fa9fbab335eb3037.jpeg

https://offerup.co/l3saySquUIb

Umm…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,627
Posted By RustyJames

These seem like reasonable suggestions…

These seem like reasonable suggestions…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 22,397
Views: 4,776,640
Posted By RustyJames

Not an RB-1 but nice lugs and it looks like a...

Not an RB-1 but nice lugs and it looks like a decent resto-mod.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 361
Posted By RustyJames

More seasoned members than I will chime in but I...

More seasoned members than I will chime in but I wouldn’t use any glue/adhesive. Set stuff into place and call it good for now.

If you decide to disassemble in a few years you may regret using...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,542
Posted By RustyJames

I have a similar M.O. as a seller. My standard...

I have a similar M.O. as a seller. My standard line is that “I am open to in-person offers”. So far, all of the buyers I've interacted with don’t make offers before seeing the goods.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,542
Posted By RustyJames

Also, I also state that I will only consider...

Also, I also state that I will only consider in-person offers. The “I’ll give ya 20 bux” messages are ignored.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,542
Posted By RustyJames

What I do as a BUYER on Marketplace, OfferUp,...

What I do as a BUYER on Marketplace, OfferUp, etc.;
- I don’t use the formatted “is this available” or whatever template is offered. I ask specific questions about things not mentioned in the ad. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-15-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,882
Posted By RustyJames

CLB brakes - sending PM

CLB brakes - sending PM
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 371
Posted By RustyJames

Stolen from a vintage BMX pic but probably not...

Stolen from a vintage BMX pic but probably not what you were looking for.

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1179x862/img_6135_2d4f3cdc7bc575abff1c66cd9d4326ece2a0812d.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 11,432
Posted By RustyJames

Saw this on FB Marketplace; ...

Saw this on FB Marketplace;

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1179x1509/img_6132_5f6057fb2c251758ef6871872eeddda85264b372.jpeg
The price is very optimistic.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By RustyJames

The above video popped up on my YouTube feed and...

The above video popped up on my YouTube feed and I gotta say, very impressive.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,985
Posted By RustyJames

Strawbunyan Nice grab and I fully agree that Dave...

Strawbunyan Nice grab and I fully agree that Dave is an aces guy. I look forward to seeing how things turn out.
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