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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-14-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 211
Posted By gaucho777

obrentharris, Brent, thanks for reaching out with...

obrentharris, Brent, thanks for reaching out with your offer. I think I may be set now. I bit the bullet and purchased a 124mm asymmetrical T.A spindle online. Paid a bit of an impatience penalty but...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-13-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 211
Posted By gaucho777

Looking for a 68. The bike is a Motobecane Grand...

Looking for a 68. The bike is a Motobecane Grand Jubilee, fwiw. I’m going to head over to the co-op later this afternoon and dig through their bins as well. Cheers.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-12-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 211
Posted By gaucho777

Yes, looking for a bottom bracket spindle. I...

Yes, looking for a bottom bracket spindle. I already have French-threaded Stronglight cups installed. I just need a longer BB spindle to convert from a double to triple. The 120mm and 121mm spindles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 8,861
Views: 1,168,080
Posted By gaucho777

When I was a young lad of about 11, I got it in...

When I was a young lad of about 11, I got it in my head that I wanted to leave my bmx days behind and get into road cycling. Fast-forward to age 13 after a couple years of working odd jobs and saving...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 459
Posted By gaucho777

I hope our significant others don’t find out...

I hope our significant others don’t find out about this.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-10-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 211
Posted By gaucho777

WTB: 124+ mm BB Spindle - Stronglight/T.A. or similar

I am looking for a long bottom bracket spindle to help me triplize my Motobecane. Need at least 124mm length, asymmetrical I believe.

Cranks are Stronglight, so I’d prefer to find a Stronglight,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

Have/WTT: Frame-mount Simplex triple front...

Have/WTT: Frame-mount Simplex triple front derailleur.

ISO: Similar clamp-on Simplex triple front derailleur.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

Good eyes. Yes, I’m aware it’s an Italian rear...

Good eyes. Yes, I’m aware it’s an Italian rear hub. I do have Italian freewheels. However, I believe a previous owner may have installed an English/ISO freewheel on this hub since my English/ISO...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

Edit: got what I need. ISO: 1. Low-flange...

Edit: got what I need.

ISO:
1. Low-flange 32H Record front hub with globe logo. User condition is fine.

2. I could also use a locknut and washer for the rear hub (so I don’t have to steal one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3,275
Views: 440,279
Posted By gaucho777

On my commute home today, I had a bit of an issue...

On my commute home today, I had a bit of an issue with my Dugast tubular. My ride home is about 4 miles mostly downhill. The tire felt fine on the way to work, but on the way home it didn’t feel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,351
Posted By gaucho777

You use the end of the quick release on the end...

You use the end of the quick release on the end where the pump peg would typically go. The other end with the pump head nestles in between the tubes at the seat cluster. Works fine with either a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,351
Posted By gaucho777

I am a fan of the pump under the non-drive-side...

I am a fan of the pump under the non-drive-side seat stay.

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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 01:50 AM
Replies: 3,275
Views: 440,279
Posted By gaucho777

I've been on the hunt for a Vittoria Terreno Dry...

I've been on the hunt for a Vittoria Terreno Dry tubular tire. I bought one, and like it, and figured I'd be able to find a matching one to make a pair, but they seem to be discontinued. I see lots...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 01:34 AM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

ISO: Blue Bullseye pulleys (did they make 'em in...

ISO: Blue Bullseye pulleys (did they make 'em in blue?) - rider condition is fine.

HAVE: Red Bullseye pulleys, and lots of other stuff too numerous to list.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-30-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 869
Posted By gaucho777

Is this center-to-center? Top tube measurement? ...

Is this center-to-center? Top tube measurement?

The stem, which is beautiful, looks rather elevated. Above the min insertion mark?

Very attractive bike. I'm curious about the upper head tube...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 01:13 AM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 65,678
Posted By gaucho777

Fair enough. I just had some bad experiences,...

Fair enough. I just had some bad experiences, including stripped threads on the stand, paint damage to a bike, plus a broken cable guide (user error). Also found it very wobbly. I just grew to hate...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 12:00 AM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 65,678
Posted By gaucho777

I used to have one of those stands. Brings back...

I used to have one of those stands. Brings back bad memories. Not recommended at any price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,079
Posted By gaucho777

Stand on the pedals and bounce to see if you get...

Stand on the pedals and bounce to see if you get any separation between the seat tube and the bottom bracket. Better yet, stand on the pedals and have someone else look for the separation, or try to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 386
Posted By gaucho777

+1 to trakhak. I used to own a TT bike in the 80s...

+1 to trakhak. I used to own a TT bike in the 80s with a 26” tubular front wheel. The tire labels don’t mention the size? Dugast doesn’t have a big label, but I’m surprised they wouldn’t include the...
Forum: Commuting
05-23-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,357
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ___________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 667.2 miles
Campfire...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 08:55 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 45,156
Posted By gaucho777

To quote the esteemed Sir-Mix-a-Lot, “I like blue...

To quote the esteemed Sir-Mix-a-Lot, “I like blue bikes, and I cannot lie,” or something like that.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-22-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 398
Posted By gaucho777

PM sent. (I might also be interested in the bars...

PM sent. (I might also be interested in the bars you have listed separately.)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-21-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 431
Posted By gaucho777

Yep. I paint liberally with a brush and Testors...

Yep. I paint liberally with a brush and Testors paint, then wait a bit (10-20 minutes) for it to start to dry, and then wipe raised surfaces clean with a rag. You can dab the rag/paper towel in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 21,918
Views: 3,233,219
Posted By gaucho777

Funny you should ask. I give my 4th grade...

Funny you should ask. I give my 4th grade students a weekly spelling quiz. For the final spelling quiz of the year to be given next week, I'm letting the students propose the words for the spelling...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 8,040
Views: 1,001,456
Posted By gaucho777

A few weeks ago, I picked up a very early Zinn...

A few weeks ago, I picked up a very early Zinn frame from curbtender. It bears a lot of similarities to the first frame Leonard Zinn ever built...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-20-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,002
Posted By gaucho777

+1. I'm in a similar position. I did some quick...

+1. I'm in a similar position. I did some quick back-of-the-envelope calculations, weighing the cost of the bike along with a new wife, plus a garage expansion…:foo: :tandem:…nope, not gonna work...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-20-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 431
Posted By gaucho777

Can confirm: 32t with room to spare on my...

Can confirm: 32t with room to spare on my Motobecane Grand Jubile. (FYI, I added the black paint fill.)
...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 8,965
Posted By gaucho777

Belated update from Friday...I decided to take...

Belated update from Friday...I decided to take one of my alternate, long routes home. My normal commute is only about 4 miles each way, but it's mostly uphill on the way to work, and I get some nice...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,357
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ___________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 632.1 miles (as of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 21,918
Views: 3,233,219
Posted By gaucho777

Nice photos ExPatTyke You've helped remind me of...

Nice photos ExPatTyke You've helped remind me of a trip my wife & I took through the England countryside in 2015. Along the way, we stayed at a hotel on the Royal Crescent in Bath. It was a very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 12:29 AM
Replies: 21,918
Views: 3,233,219
Posted By gaucho777

I met up with davester and a couple other guys...

I met up with davester and a couple other guys for a popular local route known as “the Bears”—a back country loop that circles a couple reservoirs in the hills east of Berkeley. Great company and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 21,918
Views: 3,233,219
Posted By gaucho777

My commute is just over 4 mostly uphill miles to...

My commute is just over 4 mostly uphill miles to a school overlooking the sf bay. It’s a wonderful way to start the day. Today I took one of my alternate, long routes home through some trails in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,778
Posted By gaucho777

What a terrible idea! I would never take on a...

What a terrible idea! I would never take on a project if I took that approach. We are supposed to be enablers, not dissuaders. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 65,678
Posted By gaucho777

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 513
Views: 47,730
Posted By gaucho777

oops. My mistake. I thought I was posting in the...

oops. My mistake. I thought I was posting in the other “Are you looking for…?” thread.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 513
Views: 47,730
Posted By gaucho777

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By gaucho777

I usually wear liners or traditional cycling...

I usually wear liners or traditional cycling shorts under casual shorts for my commute. (I teach 4th grade, so I personally would feel a little awkward walking around in just lycra shorts around the...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,357
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ___________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 527.0 miles (as of 5/3)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 65,678
Posted By gaucho777

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156190468745?itmmeta=01HW...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156190468745?itmmeta=01HWXQ4NR2J6RXG3GP31HGFVPY&hash=item245dad6a89:g:bxgAAOSwGH5mMrRF
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-01-24, 02:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 602
Posted By gaucho777

I’d like to buy the Tipo HF hub set if still...

I’d like to buy the Tipo HF hub set if still available. PM incoming…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 21,918
Views: 3,233,219
Posted By gaucho777

After finishing some house chores I had a couple...

After finishing some house chores I had a couple free hours before needing to drive my daughter to volleyball practice. There was a local street fair down the road (the “Gilman District Street Fair”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,794
Posted By gaucho777

A few shots at the summit, including more bike...

A few shots at the summit, including more bike photos.

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Lick Observatory & Mt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,794
Posted By gaucho777

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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A line of cyclists on the lower slopes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,794
Posted By gaucho777

A great day indeed. Lots of wonderful vintage...

A great day indeed. Lots of wonderful vintage bikes and vintage people. A beautiful day for my first ascent of Mt. Hamilton.
JoeBass, sorry I didn’t get a chance to introduce myself. I was the guy...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,357
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) ___________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) ___________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ____________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 467.6 miles
Pantah...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 205
Views: 9,698
Posted By gaucho777

Great stuff. Can you tell us more about Charlie...

Great stuff. Can you tell us more about Charlie Harding? I see some references in a number of old threads about an Irish immigrant who set up a bike shop in the Los Angeles area (which is where I see...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

Curbtender, thanks for the offer! If you're...

Curbtender, thanks for the offer! If you're willing, I would like to raid your mech for those 812/A and 812/1A parts I'm missing and leave the rest of the main body, cage, and pulleys for your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 11:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,333
Posted By gaucho777

GCBM Thanks for sharing. That's a neat accessory,...

GCBM Thanks for sharing. That's a neat accessory, especially with the mounting bracket intact. I'm assuming either you or the seller knew what it was at the time of purchase? I wouldn't have....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 11:33 PM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

Thanks in advance for checking. I should mention...

Thanks in advance for checking. I should mention that I do have a spare Nuovo Record RD. I don’t really need a whole unit. My hope is someone has either this part or a damaged unit and is willing to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 6,586
Views: 829,199
Posted By gaucho777

ISO: Small parts for a Nuovo Record RD. Not sure...

ISO: Small parts for a Nuovo Record RD. Not sure what to call it...metal bushing? It is part 812/A and the small stop screw, part 812/1A shown in the diagram below. It is the piece with exterior...
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