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09-18-24, 04:46 AM
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Posted By 1989Pre

Thank you again for these vintage articles. This...

Thank you again for these vintage articles. This one led me to a research of George Mount. What a legacy! Strangely, I had not heard of him, but then again, I have a lot to learn. From Wikipedia:...
09-14-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,353
Posted By 1989Pre

I'm glad you are staying true (a wheel-building...

I'm glad you are staying true (a wheel-building joke) to the original spec. Super Champion is a vintage brand that might be your best bet to find 27" 40H-32H alloy. Save the Rigidas for something...
09-12-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,353
Posted By 1989Pre

I believe 1962 was the first year for Gran Sport....

I believe 1962 was the first year for Gran Sport. That's in beautiful condition. You might not have to go any higher than 28T for your low sprocket. Are those B.H. hubs, or Normandy? There's one for...
09-06-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 398
Posted By 1989Pre

I was going to say Campy Victory, but if you want...

I was going to say Campy Victory, but if you want cartridge, go to Veloce.
09-06-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 633
Posted By 1989Pre

I don't like those crazed cracks in the paint and...

I don't like those crazed cracks in the paint and the deformities on the seat cluster brazing. I'd take this whole frame down to bare metal and inspect with a magnifying glass.
09-05-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,246
Posted By 1989Pre

I run a 4-speed Atom wide-range on my Barnard....

I run a 4-speed Atom wide-range on my Barnard. The 28T low gear definitely helps out. Mario Vaz used to paint for Holdsworth....
09-03-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,246
Posted By 1989Pre

Three speed is nice. I consider Bayliss-Wiley to...

Three speed is nice. I consider Bayliss-Wiley to be a "cut above". Their machining was excellent. Mario Vaz is highly-regarded by our fellow C&V riders in England.
09-03-24, 05:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,246
Posted By 1989Pre

Many vaunt the Hetchins as the apex of...

Many vaunt the Hetchins as the apex of craftsmanship of the era, but in my opinion, its Fothergill. Who did the paint? Also, what type of bottom bracket has it got? is it a 4-speed block? The B8's...
09-03-24, 04:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 447
Posted By 1989Pre

I've run the Stronglight 5083 and the Miche...

I've run the Stronglight 5083 and the Miche Supertype (7075) and find them comparable in longevity. The Miche did not have an advantage, at least for me.
Also, I've run 9-speed chainrings (Campy...
09-03-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 243
Views: 85,206
Posted By 1989Pre

Here is a local listing. Easton aluminum and...

Here is a local listing. Easton aluminum and 7-speed cluster. This one's a 1991, I think....
09-02-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 642
Posted By 1989Pre

Those Phillips Apollo pedals are in nice shape! I...

Those Phillips Apollo pedals are in nice shape! I am partial to them.
09-02-24, 12:26 PM
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Views: 642
Posted By 1989Pre

I have found the 46-49T Nicklin chainset very...

I have found the 46-49T Nicklin chainset very useful in unison with a wide-range (14-28) 4-speed freewheel. It gives a smoother progression of gears. For example, if I am on my 24T, and on the 46T, I...
09-02-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,480
Posted By 1989Pre

So, we can probably dismiss any forecast of...

So, we can probably dismiss any forecast of incarceration if found guilty.
09-02-24, 04:58 AM
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Posted By 1989Pre

Not sure how "touristy" it is, but that is one...

Not sure how "touristy" it is, but that is one nice bike! Did you get a chance to ride it when you built it?
Forum: Introductions
09-01-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 397
Posted By 1989Pre

I like your enthusiasm. Welcome and have a good...

I like your enthusiasm. Welcome and have a good one.
09-01-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 642
Posted By 1989Pre

It is interesting that the ad specifies Benelux...

It is interesting that the ad specifies Benelux Mk VII. Do you think the Huret (Allvit?) was used before or after the Cyclo? (It seems to me that the natural progression would have been that the...
09-01-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,771
Posted By 1989Pre

...still looking for a Desmarais. Not sure when...

...still looking for a Desmarais. Not sure when they began building, though. I know they were around in the '80's.
09-01-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,480
Posted By 1989Pre

In Maine, there are a lot of narrow peninsulas...

In Maine, there are a lot of narrow peninsulas with one main, single-lane, opposing road. The shoulder is much like what is depicted in the Google map of this crash site. I ride as close to the line...
08-31-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 85,206
Posted By 1989Pre

Aha. Good eye. I see it now. That had me...

Aha. Good eye. I see it now. That had me concerned a bit. I can't really answer your question but I am steering toward the former.
08-30-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 85,206
Posted By 1989Pre

Yeah, I didn't know what was going on with that...

Yeah, I didn't know what was going on with that downtube connection to the b.b. It does not have the typical Technium lug with the ring that you see on the top tube lug. That ring is an integral and...
08-30-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 642
Posted By 1989Pre

My records suggest that the Blue Streak was made...

My records suggest that the Blue Streak was made from 1959 to 1965. Here are some photos I found on-line at one time....
Forum: Northeast
08-30-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 486
Posted By 1989Pre

Looks like it didn't pass safety inspection. Let...

Looks like it didn't pass safety inspection. Let us know if you learn anything more.
08-30-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 243
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Posted By 1989Pre

Wow. This is unusual: Only one bonded lug, the...

Wow. This is unusual: Only one bonded lug, the one at the toptube entrance to seat cluster. All the other joints are tigged. I had never seen that before. You've got a decent component package....
08-29-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 753
Posted By 1989Pre

Sounds like something that should catch-on. Maybe...

Sounds like something that should catch-on. Maybe just post some flyers in the area.
08-28-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,975
Posted By 1989Pre

Frankly, I would settle for consistent...

Frankly, I would settle for consistent enforcement of present speed limits here in New England.
It is good to hear this about Wales, though. I'd love to tour from Bristol England, through the Black...
08-21-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 22,514
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Posted By 1989Pre

You get any shade on that ride? I hope the breeze...

You get any shade on that ride? I hope the breeze helped.
08-18-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 281
Posted By 1989Pre

It's possible, even though 5/16" is 7.95mm and...

It's possible, even though 5/16" is 7.95mm and what I need is 7.3mm (left hand Whitworth).
08-18-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 28,393
Views: 4,887,431
Posted By 1989Pre

Yes, those Wrights mattress saddles can be very...

Yes, those Wrights mattress saddles can be very comfortable if the saddle height is correct. Unpleasant if it is not.
08-18-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,332
Posted By 1989Pre

I have five road bikes in the rotation. I try to...

I have five road bikes in the rotation. I try to be pretty fair and give every bike their shot at the "big show". They all have a 28T low sprocket, so they can all do what needs to be done.
08-18-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 281
Posted By 1989Pre

Seat Post Binder Bolt

I.S.O: Seat post binder bolt for 1959 Claud Butler, 7mm x 30mm. Keyed.

Also, single large toe clip
08-16-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 229
Posted By 1989Pre

39T Chainring, 135 b.c.d.

Wanted: N.O.S. silver (unpainted) 39T chainring with a b.c.d. of 135.

Also, N.O.S. silver 42T chainring with 144 b.c.d.
08-16-24, 04:38 AM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

Beautiful. Are those sycamore?

Beautiful. Are those sycamore?
08-15-24, 04:52 AM
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Views: 4,887,431
Posted By 1989Pre

I did not know you could take these things apart....

I did not know you could take these things apart. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ub2UguK39g
08-14-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 85,206
Posted By 1989Pre

chiefkurtz They are great. I just got back from...

chiefkurtz They are great. I just got back from forty-one miles on mine. I bought it new in 1990. Did you leave the six-speed freewheel on?
08-13-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

Is Godzilla the only one who cares? Where is that...

Is Godzilla the only one who cares? Where is that formidable beast when you need him?
08-13-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

Hey, those are real bikes in the window. What...

Hey, those are real bikes in the window. What gives?
08-13-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 682
Posted By 1989Pre

The fine lug-lining is impressive. This is the...

The fine lug-lining is impressive. This is the earliest frame I have seen with a fully-sloping fork crown. Was Raleigh the first with this type?
08-12-24, 06:13 AM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

Can we get a better look at your "shifting...

Can we get a better look at your "shifting diagram" on the top of stem? Extra points for wired computer.
08-12-24, 04:36 AM
Replies: 243
Views: 85,206
Posted By 1989Pre

Very nice. You fit an 8-speed in there?

Very nice. You fit an 8-speed in there?
08-11-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 386
Posted By 1989Pre

I had not heard of Matsuri until I saw a red one...

I had not heard of Matsuri until I saw a red one the other day, in front of a new neighbor's place. I hope to meet him and chat bikes.
08-11-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

I remember the Bedford area being pretty hilly. I...

I remember the Bedford area being pretty hilly. I was riding out toward Burlington and Billerica, though.
07-31-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 28,393
Views: 4,887,431
Posted By 1989Pre

Since this Hercules has a Birmingham badge, can I...

Since this Hercules has a Birmingham badge, can I assume that it is from before 1960? The rear hub is 1965. There is no serial number that I have found....
07-30-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 243
Views: 85,206
Posted By 1989Pre

KeepPedaling That's a nice setup. Those brown...

KeepPedaling That's a nice setup. Those brown wall Continentals look like the Hutchinson Fusion 5 brown walls I have on the Manufrance. Is your gearing 46Tx14T?
07-25-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 28,393
Views: 4,887,431
Posted By 1989Pre

@wildOG Great bike. I finally got a 3-speed about...

@wildOG Great bike. I finally got a 3-speed about five years ago. My first. I have an eyelet (or two) for the saddle that I can mail you. Same thing happened to me, but a chunk of the saddle came...
07-25-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 28,393
Views: 4,887,431
Posted By 1989Pre

smontanaro I might be the only one here that does...

smontanaro I might be the only one here that does not know this, but would that be westwood, or endrick? Also, are you trying to match the condition to the front rim?
07-20-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

My life ended when I walked into first grade, and...

My life ended when I walked into first grade, and one thing that saved my composure was "What Was I Scared Of". I thought it was a total riot. I recall a boy encountering a pair of pants that was...
07-20-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 22,514
Views: 3,586,424
Posted By 1989Pre

I got 30 miles on the Technium today, with...

I got 30 miles on the Technium today, with temperatures in the 70's and a breeze, the ride was, well.., a breeze! A few from the co-op in Portland:...
07-13-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,386
Posted By 1989Pre

Speaking purely for myself: I know that the Super...

Speaking purely for myself: I know that the Super Sport is a chrome-moly model, so I give some respect to Schwinn for that, but before I planted any expensive components on it, I'd weigh the...
07-11-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 277
Posted By 1989Pre

3/8" diameter axle for 1957 Normandy Hub

Wanted: 3/8" diameter rear axle with cones for high-flange Normandy circa 1957. This hub is original equipment on my 1958 Raleigh Lenton Grand Prix. The o.l.d. is 114mm (120mm will suffice) and I...
07-11-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,280
Posted By 1989Pre

I think there was some over-lap (that's a...

I think there was some over-lap (that's a bar-tape joke). Cotton tape died hard.
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