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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,823
Posted By IdahoBrett

As we enter the good weather months for riding I...

As we enter the good weather months for riding I expected an uptick in C&V bike listings in my area. A few here and there, but for the most part it’s the same bikes that have been listed for 6+...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

Well...I did get 5 bikes in the bunch with the...

Well...I did get 5 bikes in the bunch with the Continental. A couple could fit the Mucho-Cheapo category. And one would be a real challenge....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 19,688
Posted By IdahoBrett

I am reporting a N-1 event. The one bike out of...

I am reporting a N-1 event. The one bike out of six that I listed that I thought nobody would buy, is with its new owner. The 74 Schwinn Continental. I lost a little. Not a surprise. But the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

I regret that I must inform the group of my...

I regret that I must inform the group of my withdrawal from the challenge. The 1974 Schwinn Continental has a new owner...

I was plumb out of room for bikes so I thought I'd list a half a dozen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 07:13 AM
Replies: 324
Views: 42,673
Posted By IdahoBrett

1972 Peugeot A08 I turned this into a...

1972 Peugeot A08
I turned this into a rideable bike thanks to this site and its members.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 19,688
Posted By IdahoBrett

Ok. My name is IdahoBrett and I’ve got a problem....

Ok. My name is IdahoBrett and I’ve got a problem. I found myself totally immersed in my newfound bicycle passion. Which led to a rapid acquisition of bikes and bike parts.

I have too many bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

You are partially responsible for this! I tried...

You are partially responsible for this! I tried to ignore a craigslist ad for two weeks while I followed your March madness thread. One day after reading your thread I decided that I'm going to call...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

The first 5km in the books. It also doubled as...

The first 5km in the books. It also doubled as the Continental’s shakedown cruise. Adjusting derailleurs in the stand seems to be a bit different than testing under load on the road. For me anyways....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 425
Posted By IdahoBrett

I am looking forward to seeing some pictures. If...

I am looking forward to seeing some pictures. If for the only reason that blue is my favorite color. That and it’s I bike I ain’t never heard of.

Many new folks add pictures to their gallery in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

Ta-Dah ...

Ta-Dah

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1299/img_1654_44c8d62597eb59a47602c4a0c0aaace594eb5e79.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 734
Posted By IdahoBrett

What model Zipp wheels? Asking for a...

What model Zipp wheels?

Asking for a friend...;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,943
Posted By IdahoBrett

I don’t know much of anything about identifying a...

I don’t know much of anything about identifying a frame. But my eyes tell me that this is a very unique and great looking bike. Awesome “bones”.

I’d enjoy a thread on its rehab!

The color and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

I spent a frustrating day working on Mrs. Idaho’s...

I spent a frustrating day working on Mrs. Idaho’s $40 Craigslist Huffy special. She does NOT share my passion for bicycles. A modern made in China bike with its version of derailleurs are…not fun to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

Agreed, absolutely stunning!

Agreed, absolutely stunning!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,441
Posted By IdahoBrett

I usually set my FD 2-4ish mm above the teeth of...

I usually set my FD 2-4ish mm above the teeth of the outer chain ring. I use an appropriate size allen wrench (3mm) to check the gap. My memory skills could be lacking, but I believe that to be the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,484
Posted By IdahoBrett

I just use the white knuckle method. One through...

I just use the white knuckle method. One through four. Fifteen or so inch pounds per knuckle. Then if it needs more than that I add in the grunt method. Small to large. On the rare occasion I will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 3,253
Views: 431,311
Posted By IdahoBrett

My first bike with tubular tires. Not sure if it...

My first bike with tubular tires. Not sure if it was the idea that they would be different feeling. But it felt different. More “solid” around corners. And when leaning the bike side to side at speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,492
Posted By IdahoBrett

In my teen years there were a pair of bikes in...

In my teen years there were a pair of bikes in Grandpa’s garage for visiting grandkids to use. I always rode the green Varsity. My cousin used the 3 speed Raleigh(I think). I was amazed by my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 751
Views: 40,943
Posted By IdahoBrett

I’m strangely attracted to this bike. I should...

I’m strangely attracted to this bike. I should find someone in the enabler……errr…”facilitator” thread. Maybe.

I clicked on the ad. It says 58cm. At first glance the head tube appears bigger than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 42,295
Posted By IdahoBrett

A clean and polish after Benotto Cello bar tape,...

A clean and polish after Benotto Cello bar tape, Kool Stop pads (WOW!), and white brake cable housings. I took it for a short 2 mile ride around the neighborhood. It was fun! New tubes/tires are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

Do it AdventureManCO !! I for one am an admirer...

Do it AdventureManCO !! I for one am an admirer of your…..work:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

It must be the cap. At least I hope so. That was...

It must be the cap. At least I hope so. That was the cracked one. If I missed a tweaked fork again, I’ll be upset. Which usually leads to a man size temper tantrum. Those have been expensive in my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,978
Posted By IdahoBrett

Why not… 1974 Schwinn Continental. Picked it up...

Why not… 1974 Schwinn Continental. Picked it up for $13. Was supposed to be a quick flip. The snowball started rolling with the chrome fork crown cap. The original was cracked. I found one on ebay. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 751
Views: 40,943
Posted By IdahoBrett

Specialized Sirrus $125 52cm. Looks minty. ...

Specialized Sirrus $125 52cm. Looks minty.

https://boise.craigslist.org/bik/d/boise-specialized-sirrus/7739741230.html


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 37,794
Posted By IdahoBrett

A really good friend transported this bike for me...

A really good friend transported this bike for me this last weekend. It was a 7 hour drive away and has been in another friend’s garage since December. Shipping would’ve been too much so I waited for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 42,295
Posted By IdahoBrett

A real good friend provided transport for my...

A real good friend provided transport for my recent N+1 acquisition. It is from a fine and generous BF member. The jersey was an unexpected surprise. I think it is a 1984 since the serial number...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 751
Views: 40,943
Posted By IdahoBrett

I almost scrolled past the ad. Until something in...

I almost scrolled past the ad. Until something in the picture caught my eye. Where’s Waldo? Or rather, where’s Giuseppe?

Specialized Hot Rocks 24”” $100 (sic)
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-19-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 457
Posted By IdahoBrett

Finally got in touch with my friend. He doesn’t...

Finally got in touch with my friend. He doesn’t have one of those. Kind of surprised. Because he has a lot. And I mean an incredible amount of vintage MTB’s.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 855
Posted By IdahoBrett

Exquisite!

Exquisite!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

On the home stretch for one project. So I decided...

On the home stretch for one project. So I decided to check a few things for the next bike project. I checked the frame with a string. It’s straight. I swapped out an axle spacer to fit the dropout of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,741
Posted By IdahoBrett

You should do all those things. I do and suspect...

You should do all those things. I do and suspect many others do as well. Spending time here on BF will give you ideas you might not have thought of otherwise. Such as component selection, derusting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 573
Posted By IdahoBrett

I think it's a fine looking winter bike!

I think it's a fine looking winter bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 751
Views: 40,943
Posted By IdahoBrett

Come on up! I’ve got the next 2 1/2 days off....

Come on up! I’ve got the next 2 1/2 days off. We’ll go for a ride!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 573
Posted By IdahoBrett

An old favorite revitalized would give the most...

An old favorite revitalized would give the most satisfaction in my humble opinion. If the structural integrity isn’t compromised from rust then go for it.

May we the esteemed members of C&V see a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 751
Views: 40,943
Posted By IdahoBrett

1984 Fuji Team 56cm ST Superbe Pro $475. Nice...

1984 Fuji Team 56cm ST Superbe Pro $475. Nice looking. Good thing it’s not my size.
84 Fuji Team (https://boise.craigslist.org/bik/d/boise-team-fuji-suntour-superbe-pro/7733741880.html)

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-09-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 457
Posted By IdahoBrett

I’m not familiar with this bike, but since my...

I’m not familiar with this bike, but since my state borders Canada one may turn up for sale. I’ll keep an eye open. And I’ll phone a friend. He has a stash of that vintage of MTB’s. He’s currently...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,140,473
Posted By IdahoBrett

My 1990 ST400. Since buying it last fall I’ve...

My 1990 ST400. Since buying it last fall I’ve added my own personal choices; Brooks saddle and tape, SKS fenders, Kenda CX tires. Koolstop pads are next. If I can quit buying project bikes I’ll give...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,044
Posted By IdahoBrett

Gorgeous bike!

Gorgeous bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,365
Posted By IdahoBrett

Any pictures? And yes more back story please!

Any pictures? And yes more back story please!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

Reassembled the 74 Continental seat assembly....

Reassembled the 74 Continental seat assembly. Working on polishing the paint in preparation for new decals. Doing the areas for the decals has led me to the entire frame. I don’t know if my level of...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-05-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 1,252
Views: 133,967
Posted By IdahoBrett

Another shout out for jdawginsc ! Excellent...

Another shout out for jdawginsc ! Excellent transaction for a pile of parts for an AD build.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,204
Posted By IdahoBrett

Awesome update!

Awesome update!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

Thanks! I thought for sure my hands were going to...

Thanks! I thought for sure my hands were going to hurt today. They didn't. Guess I've got a few years more left of mechanaking in me....

After the new decals reassembly will commence. That is if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

The Bar Keepers Friend is the key (I think). I...

The Bar Keepers Friend is the key (I think). I saw that as a recommendation on here via search. One of the ingredients is oxalic acid. Which I've seen referenced here on BF for rust removal.

I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

Two days of polishing. I’m tired of polishing!...

Two days of polishing. I’m tired of polishing! The next bike is going to be full patina…..or I’ll just take a break long enough so I forget how tedious polishing is.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

Yes the ones on the fork wiped right off. No...

Yes the ones on the fork wiped right off. No worries, there’s a feller on ebay that sells Schwinn Approved H2O decals. I’ve watched a few videos on installation and they appear to be of excellent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

I wish. I’ll probably get the rear wheel done...

I wish. I’ll probably get the rear wheel done today. Then there is the decals. The originals were wiping off with a simple cleaning solution. Yes I stopped cleaning. And bought a set of water slide...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7,956
Views: 971,616
Posted By IdahoBrett

I wish I would’ve taken before pictures. Prior to...

I wish I would’ve taken before pictures. Prior to Bar Keepers Friend, mineral spirits, isopropyl alcohol, blue Scotchbrite, brass brush, and a soft rag I was browsing ebay for a set of wheels for my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 522
Posted By IdahoBrett

Wish I could’ve helped on the bar. Need another...

Wish I could’ve helped on the bar. Need another bike? I can help with that…..
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-27-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 948
Posted By IdahoBrett

I clicked on your auction link. I think that...

I clicked on your auction link. I think that would be a great bike to restore. I didn't see anything wrong with the decals and I think the paint would clean up nice. I really like that seat tube...
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