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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,206
Posted By daverup

My 87 is on 28s. Not much clearance for more.

My 87 is on 28s. Not much clearance for more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 8,030
Views: 996,691
Posted By daverup

Freewheel Spa? pastorbobnlnh has done great work...

Freewheel Spa? pastorbobnlnh has done great work on the freewheels I've set him.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 520
Posted By daverup

My Buenos Aires is on Velocity Aero rims, ...

My Buenos Aires is on Velocity Aero rims,

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,928
Posted By daverup

Our oldest bike shop is about the same. He can...

Our oldest bike shop is about the same. He can help with some old bike stuff, but is quick to suggest a new bike solution for many.
Don't worry about your old bike, it will probably outlast any new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 266
Posted By daverup

I would think that searching bike swaps or bike...

I would think that searching bike swaps or bike co-ops might get a result. If not, searching eBay for Schwinn drop bars could help.
The part number search might not work very well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,866
Posted By daverup

The standard SRAM or KMC 8 speed chain should...

The standard SRAM or KMC 8 speed chain should work. There are usually a few extra links that will need a chain tool to remove.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 05:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 494
Posted By daverup

If the Super Course is actually too far gone to...

If the Super Course is actually too far gone to save that is understandable. However, it was a much better bike than a Grand Prix at one time. If the frame wasn't rusted and the stem and seatpost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 380
Posted By daverup

I would build both with the Suntour groups you...

I would build both with the Suntour groups you already have. If you really like the frame's and how they ride, you can always add the new groups later.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 3,031
Views: 887,775
Posted By daverup

This 86 Bianchi Trofeo came from the original...

This 86 Bianchi Trofeo came from the original owner who purchased it new. He had used it up and most of the original parts were gone. It really probably needs a strip and repaint, but I didn't want...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 752
Views: 53,970
Posted By daverup

Mad Honk Please add me to the BOC list, I think I...

Mad Honk Please add me to the BOC list, I think I have sufficient non-crap to play this game.
Thanks,
Dave
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 02:45 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 55,464
Posted By daverup

Aero Miyata ...

Aero Miyata

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 303
Posted By daverup

You should probably just make a new thread. Make...

You should probably just make a new thread. Make sure to identify your region.
If early 80's Aero is what you are looking for, ask for that.
In the US Koga Miyata is rare.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 388
Views: 23,142
Posted By daverup

Were the new Kenda's wire bead? The Varsity rims...

Were the new Kenda's wire bead? The Varsity rims wouldn't likely take those pressures without..
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-27-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 275
Posted By daverup

Pm sent

Pm sent
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 8,030
Views: 996,691
Posted By daverup

The only direction I would suggest is to look at...

The only direction I would suggest is to look at the Sheldon Brown caliper brake page for more ideas on mounting,
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/calipers.html
Good luck with that Shimano hub, I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 10,549
Views: 1,585,686
Posted By daverup

Although you are unable to post pics, you can...

Although you are unable to post pics, you can upload into your gallery. After you do that another member can link them into the thread.
Your gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/34185828
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 8,190
Posted By daverup

Sometimes the BTP tape will match the bike, ...

Sometimes the BTP tape will match the bike,

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 8,030
Views: 996,691
Posted By daverup

Since I have some experience with a mid 70's...

Since I have some experience with a mid 70's Fairlady Stingray, I'll offer a couple of thoughts.
First, our Fairlady (well used) came with the Sturmey-Archer S3C internal geared hub, which was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 8,190
Posted By daverup

My thought is that you should keep the AD on the...

My thought is that you should keep the AD on the tires you have now. You've written about the feel of the bike and the way it moves. Should you go wider, I think it will lose some of that.
Should...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 8,190
Posted By daverup

The peg is for hanging the chain with the wheel...

The peg is for hanging the chain with the wheel off.
The holes are vents
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-15-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By daverup

Ok, I understand now that this RD came from you...

Ok, I understand now that this RD came from you originally. Thanks for putting it in motion.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-15-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By daverup

Thanks for that offer, but I'm going with Mad...

Thanks for that offer, but I'm going with Mad Honk after his offer of a Superbe Pro.
No longer searching for another.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-13-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By daverup

Thanks for the offer, but I'm not looking for the...

Thanks for the offer, but I'm not looking for the Tech
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-13-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By daverup

Thanks, I understand, I'm not looking for...

Thanks, I understand, I'm not looking for indexing.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-13-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 668
Posted By daverup

ISO mid 80's Suntour Superbe or Sprint RD

Update, no longer looking for a RD.
Thanks to all that responded.


Looking for a good rider quality Suntour RD. Prefer Superbe or Pro, but Sprint might work.
Complete with pivot bolt only....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 15,514
Views: 4,175,067
Posted By daverup

One of the rims is original, the other is a newer...

One of the rims is original, the other is a newer MA40. I think the Campy FD is probably original.
This one was probably going to the thrift store if I hadn't grabbed it. The patina is fairly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 15,514
Views: 4,175,067
Posted By daverup

Yes, the brakes are about the only original parts.

Yes, the brakes are about the only original parts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 725
Posted By daverup

This link will show your gallery, ...

This link will show your gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33914842
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 15,514
Views: 4,175,067
Posted By daverup

Just picked this up, 1986ish Bianchi Trofeo. From...

Just picked this up, 1986ish Bianchi Trofeo. From the owner who bought it new,
Probably needs everything..
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,648
Posted By daverup

OP Gallery,...

OP Gallery, https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33907808
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 1,049
Views: 62,234
Posted By daverup

Stevens Point

Stevens Point
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 583
Posted By daverup

These are Aero Gran Compe AGC-250 originally on...

These are Aero Gran Compe AGC-250 originally on my 82 Pro Miyata

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Replacement...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 44,909
Posted By daverup

Pro Miyata, ...

Pro Miyata,

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 11,734
Posted By daverup

Pantah There is an old guide for the A410 RSX STI...

Pantah There is an old guide for the A410 RSX STI levers on here,
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/886004-guide-repairing-shimano-rsx-a410-sti-levers.html
Those are pretty close to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 588
Posted By daverup

Probably a good cleanup, and have the bearings...

Probably a good cleanup, and have the bearings all serviced. If the shifting or brakes aren't working well, some replacement cables might be needed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,386
Posted By daverup

I would suggest that the economical way to...

I would suggest that the economical way to upgrade this bike is with a parts donor bike. Watch FB market and CL for a bike with nicer parts, but an undesirable frame. Something in the same relative...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,386
Posted By daverup

You did upload pics, you just can't post them...

You did upload pics, you just can't post them until you have 10 posts.
OP Gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33667859
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 05:08 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 8,190
Posted By daverup

Dissenting Unpopular Opinion warning, I am...

Dissenting Unpopular Opinion warning,
I am afflicted with big foot disorder, along with weird foot shape. This along with my non-competitive attitude means I don't do toe clips, clip-ins, or any...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 8,190
Posted By daverup

I think you will probably be fine with that gap....

I think you will probably be fine with that gap. Make sure the limit screws are setup and go for a ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 711
Posted By daverup

My wife has 3 Terry bicycles and enjoys them. The...

My wife has 3 Terry bicycles and enjoys them. The Terry saddles are on most of my wife's other bikes too. Terry made bikes that fit smaller women much better than most brands.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 8,190
Posted By daverup

One thing to watch out for is the slightly oval...

One thing to watch out for is the slightly oval shape of your Biopace chainring. You have to set the FD clearance with the chainring at it's highest point.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 574
Posted By daverup

Another example of this type of thing. This one...

Another example of this type of thing. This one started as a 66 or so Schwinn Buddy. Loads of repop stuff.
I built this for a grandkid,
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-23-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 689
Posted By daverup

That one appears to be the 1998 repop. Some claim...

That one appears to be the 1998 repop. Some claim the quality was better than the current repops..
I think that's a bit high on the price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 574
Posted By daverup

Also, consider the Fairlady similar to the...

Also, consider the Fairlady similar to the Stingray as a parts bike. The parts are very close and much cheaper that way. People selling real Stingray parts want real money for them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 574
Posted By daverup

The experts over at thecabe.com might be able to...

The experts over at thecabe.com might be able to help you.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-23-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 595
Posted By daverup

You did manage to upload a few pictures to your...

You did manage to upload a few pictures to your gallery. That is separate from posting and does work for newbies.
Here is a link to your gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33476456
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 477
Posted By daverup

OP did upload pics ...

OP did upload pics
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/picture/33475395
Gallery,
https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/33475394
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 21,911
Views: 3,222,493
Posted By daverup

Took my winter project Pro Miyata down to the...

Took my winter project Pro Miyata down to the lake today. About 20 miles on it this afternoon. I'm surprised how nice a ride it is despite 23mm Clinchers. Seems very stable on faster descents as...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-20-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,021
Posted By daverup

That is too low, although I don't have a good...

That is too low, although I don't have a good value for you.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-20-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,021
Posted By daverup

That's a very nice bike. Hopefully you'll get...

That's a very nice bike. Hopefully you'll get some good estimates on it's value. Good luck on the sale.
Sample from OP gallery,
...
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