Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Search
Notices
 
Search: Posts Made By: RustyJames
Showing results 1 to 50 of 1000
Search took 0.05 seconds.
06-03-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 756
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?
06-03-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 572
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...
06-02-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 438
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.
05-30-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 756
Posted By RustyJames

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

Indeed, highly probable. 7 blocks from your home;

”Here lies the body of….”
05-30-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 756
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”
05-22-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,885
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...
05-18-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,316
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.
05-18-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,885
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...
05-16-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 526
Posted By RustyJames

Too slow dad gummit….

Too slow dad gummit….
05-16-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,885
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...
05-15-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 224
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...
05-14-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 868
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!
05-14-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,510
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.
05-13-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,510
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.
05-08-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 506
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.
05-05-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 962
Posted By RustyJames

Wrong taper on the BB for the crank arms?

Wrong taper on the BB for the crank arms?
05-03-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 533
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...
04-30-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 709
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...
04-26-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 5,968
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...
04-25-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 42,647
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
04-24-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,808
Posted By RustyJames

Good one 🤣🤣

Good one 🤣🤣
04-20-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,079
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.
04-18-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 22,379
Views: 4,743,020
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…
04-18-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,527
Posted By RustyJames

These seem like reasonable suggestions…

These seem like reasonable suggestions…
04-18-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 22,379
Views: 4,743,020
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.
04-18-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 332
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...
04-16-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,226
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.
04-16-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,226
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.
04-16-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,226
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. ...
04-15-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,787
Posted By RustyJames

CLB brakes - sending PM

CLB brakes - sending PM
04-13-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
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
04-12-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 11,200
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.
04-12-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 521
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.
04-08-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,808
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.
04-08-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,439
Posted By RustyJames

My 2 cents, pass on the Walmart bike. My son is...

My 2 cents, pass on the Walmart bike. My son is 13 and so far I have bought him 2 bikes. The first was a Redline BMX bike circa 2005 that was fairly high end in its day. It was very scratched up but...
04-05-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 619
Posted By RustyJames

If it were mine, (I have something in similar...

If it were mine, (I have something in similar condition) I would lightly clean it up, check for terminal rust, service it and call it good.

A good restoration would be $$$$ but if that has more...
04-03-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,808
Posted By RustyJames

Stumpjumper or RockHopper. Well made, bazillions...

Stumpjumper or RockHopper. Well made, bazillions around, no proprietary parts/odd sizes (that I can think of).
04-01-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,715
Posted By RustyJames

100% agree.

100% agree.
04-01-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,157
Posted By RustyJames

I think the upcharge for Soul Red on Mazdas is a...

I think the upcharge for Soul Red on Mazdas is a bargain considering the quality. A stunning finish on a production car for a few hundred bucks? Big win to me!

I have my eye on a specific...
03-30-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 6,559
Views: 818,763
Posted By RustyJames

ISO - Pre-85 Tom Ritchey MTB

If this violates forum rules, take down my post.

A friend is looking for a pre-85 Tom Ritchey built MTB in what he calls a “rideable size”. He rides a 56-58cm road bike for frame of reference.
...
03-29-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 6,559
Views: 818,763
Posted By RustyJames

They must running away from my place. I can never...

They must running away from my place. I can never seem to find one when I need it.
03-24-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By RustyJames

brooklyn_bike Apparently the Bridgestone...

brooklyn_bike Apparently the Bridgestone preservation society in the Portland area is a thing but yours is MUCH higher up the pecking order than mine. Nice job!

I’m going to service the wheels,...
03-23-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By RustyJames

If nothing else, I can say I have Bridgestone...

If nothing else, I can say I have Bridgestone from the Grant era. (Not popular around here but I respect the guy).

juvela I thought the rack mounting was interesting too. The bracket seems robust...
03-23-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By RustyJames

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6106_9b38459b503ce8bb1da4883660d5fbbac584691d.jpeg...
03-23-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 699
Posted By RustyJames

$10 "Crummy Old Bike"

A few years ago I was flipping through FB Marketplace and saw an ad that stated, as you may have guessed, a "crummy old bike" for $10. The pics were terrible but showed a generic looking hybrid and...
03-20-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 866
Posted By RustyJames

Gus Salmon decals can be found on FB.

Gus Salmon decals can be found on FB.
03-18-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 290
Posted By RustyJames

I grabbed a set of 68s out of my big box o’...

I grabbed a set of 68s out of my big box o’ brakes and I measured 70mm to the bottom of the slot on the rear caliper.
03-18-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,135
Posted By RustyJames

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_2013_9b10eafbc1389dcfaa8e89ab11df383a8ccb4af3.jpeg

A trip to gugie and the steerer was replaced. All was well in the magical...
03-17-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 1,253
Views: 134,696
Posted By RustyJames

I’m probably WAAAYYYY overdue but I would like to...

I’m probably WAAAYYYY overdue but I would like to say I haven’t had a bad transaction from a forum member whether I was buying or selling. Always good communication and stuff is never over hyped.
03-16-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 901
Posted By RustyJames

Please do. Legnano was a VERY heavy hitter in...

Please do. Legnano was a VERY heavy hitter in Italian cycling in the first half of the 20th century.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 1000
 


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.