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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

Park Tools DAG-1 derailleur hanger alignment...

Park Tools DAG-1 derailleur hanger alignment tool. Obtained from another forum CV’er.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-06-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 449
Posted By cv350

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

A pedal wrench, for Kyokuto Pro Ace pedals. ...

A pedal wrench, for Kyokuto Pro Ace pedals.

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-03-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 310
Posted By cv350

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-03-23, 10:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 885
Posted By cv350

PM sent on GT long cage rear.

PM sent on GT long cage rear.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
07-14-23, 01:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 713
Posted By cv350

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,293
Posted By cv350

Incredible build of a Finest. Thanks for sharing...

Incredible build of a Finest. Thanks for sharing the process. Great component selection– the Sunshine Pro-Am high flange hubs didn’t go unnoticed. Wow. The combination of the VGT Luxe – Mighty Tour...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

Great insight, thanks merziac. There’s something...

Great insight, thanks merziac. There’s something satisfying about having a proper tool for a given task.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-22, 06:20 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

Not today, but recently. Two bottom bracket tools...

Not today, but recently. Two bottom bracket tools by Sugino and a Park CCW-2.
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-27-22, 04:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 636
Posted By cv350

PM sent

PM sent
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-22, 09:37 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,534
Posted By cv350

Another vote for “Shop Class as Soulcraft”. I...

Another vote for “Shop Class as Soulcraft”. I first read this book a decade ago and it really resonated with me. It still does.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-22, 10:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 546
Posted By cv350

KKT Pro Ace is a favorite quill pedal. This set...

KKT Pro Ace is a favorite quill pedal. This set just arrived. As previously mentioned, rust can be noticeably present with the Pro Ace. But if it’s still serviceable then I tell myself a certain...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-22, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 769
Posted By cv350

Glad you found what you were looking for. The...

Glad you found what you were looking for. The hood and lever combination looks great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-22, 10:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,758
Posted By cv350

Wow. The result is really impressive. I...

Wow. The result is really impressive.

I enjoy seeing these projects— thanks for sharing the build process.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,535
Posted By cv350

Impressive transformation from the start to its...

Impressive transformation from the start to its current state. Looking forward to another report.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-10-22, 09:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 630
Posted By cv350

PM sent on SR pedals.

PM sent on SR pedals.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-22, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 769
Posted By cv350

I ordered the Soma hoods from Northwest Bicycle: ...

I ordered the Soma hoods from Northwest Bicycle:

http://northwestbicycle.com/

The price was under $20 for the hoods and they arrived quickly. Their website says most orders $25 or more include...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-22, 09:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By cv350

The “red dot” levers sound like Dia Compe model...

The “red dot” levers sound like Dia Compe model 144. Porkchop BMX carries a brake hood that appears be for the model 144. And Porkchop BMX is good to work with (no affiliation, just a satisfied...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 532
Posted By cv350

It’s difficult to tell from the photos but a...

It’s difficult to tell from the photos but a brake cable adjuster may be what you’re looking for. For example: the Gran Compe cable adjuster. (Pic source credited to: velo-orange.com)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

Kyokuto Pro Ace pedals. I knew these were really...

Kyokuto Pro Ace pedals. I knew these were really dirty, but they should clean up nicely.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-22, 10:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 769
Posted By cv350

The brake lever hoods, Campy style, from Soma...

The brake lever hoods, Campy style, from Soma Fabrications fit this model of Superbe brake levers. It’s a very good fit. The gum rubber hood material is also flexible and feels “correct”, in my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-22, 08:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,535
Posted By cv350

Looks outstanding. Certain details really stand...

Looks outstanding. Certain details really stand out like the high flange hubs, red dot brake levers, and fluted seat post.

I think the early to mid-1970’s Newest is always striking with its silver...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-22, 02:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,758
Posted By cv350

Cotton bar wrap such as Newbaum’s or Tressostar...

Cotton bar wrap such as Newbaum’s or Tressostar come to mind. They are offered in a variety of colors, too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,758
Posted By cv350

Nice find. The Royale II is certainly a worthy...

Nice find. The Royale II is certainly a worthy project and vintage Fuji’s are a great line up to work on. I also appreciate their touring bikes of the same era such as the Touring Series III, IV, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-22, 12:42 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

A Nitto Technomic Deluxe quill stem. 90mm...

A Nitto Technomic Deluxe quill stem. 90mm extension.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-22, 01:49 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

Gum brake lever hoods, Campy style, from Soma...

Gum brake lever hoods, Campy style, from Soma Fabrications. Will be fitted to Suntour Superbe brake levers. The hoods feel very flexible and are translucent.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-21, 02:55 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,688
Posted By cv350

For me it starts with mechanics. I get tremendous...

For me it starts with mechanics. I get tremendous satisfaction cleaning and returning C&V components to service, and expanding my knowledge and technical proficiency along the way.

Riding...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-21, 09:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,077
Posted By cv350

Both the bike and video look excellent. Great...

Both the bike and video look excellent. Great work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-21, 08:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,409
Posted By cv350

I like the mini grease gun option referenced in...

I like the mini grease gun option referenced in this thread. I think I’ll give that a try.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-21, 06:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,409
Posted By cv350

I’ve been looking for an alternative for storing...

I’ve been looking for an alternative for storing (and using) marine grease that comes in a 14 oz tube. I’ve considered filling a plastic squeeze bottle in the photo, but I haven’t tried this yet. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-21, 08:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,918
Posted By cv350

Wow, outstanding. Thanks for documenting the...

Wow, outstanding. Thanks for documenting the project and sharing it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-21, 10:26 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,665
Posted By cv350

The result looks excellent. Thanks for sharing...

The result looks excellent. Thanks for sharing the source.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-21, 03:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,722
Posted By cv350

A sound that I connect with is the distinct click...

A sound that I connect with is the distinct click from ratcheting shifters, namely Suntour Power Shifters.
Forum: Introductions
05-11-21, 07:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 536
Posted By cv350

Welcome to the forum.

Welcome to the forum.
Forum: Introductions
05-11-21, 07:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By cv350

Welcome back to the forums.

Welcome back to the forums.
Forum: Introductions
05-09-21, 12:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 493
Posted By cv350

Welcome to the forum.

Welcome to the forum.
Forum: Introductions
05-09-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By cv350

Welcome to the forum.

Welcome to the forum.
Forum: Introductions
05-09-21, 12:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 457
Posted By cv350

Welcome to the forums.

Welcome to the forums.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-21, 12:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,634
Posted By cv350

I try the most gentle method first. Usually a...

I try the most gentle method first. Usually a soft rag with water, then with a small amount of dish soap, then a gentle general purpose cleaner.

Other successes have been achieved with a paste...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-21, 09:03 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 8,333
Posted By cv350

I had a similar experience with USPS in March....

I had a similar experience with USPS in March. According to the tracking log, the package kept getting bounced back-and-forth between regional distribution centers for over a week.

I initiated a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-21, 10:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 929
Posted By cv350

Sunlite has a blue housing that might be close. I...

Sunlite has a blue housing that might be close. I don’t believe it has logos.

Porkchop BMX also carries several shades of blue housing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-21, 06:13 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 13,036
Posted By cv350

Sunshine Pro-Am hubs, high flange. Date code...

Sunshine Pro-Am hubs, high flange. Date code 1975. Box has patina, and on the lid someone wrote “$34.95 / pair”.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,709
Posted By cv350

That color is magnificent!

That color is magnificent!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-21, 04:35 PM
Replies: 8,842
Views: 1,158,831
Posted By cv350

This didn’t arrive today but it was relatively...

This didn’t arrive today but it was relatively recent, after a temporary delay in the postal system: Suntour Superbe nuts and washers for brake pad holders. A bag of 10 of each.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-20, 11:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,061
Posted By cv350

That will be a terrific build, ready for many...

That will be a terrific build, ready for many miles once again. And that’s an impressive component list, too. Thanks for sharing— project build reports are always enjoyable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-20, 05:30 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,341
Posted By cv350

^ I recently experienced something similar with a...

^ I recently experienced something similar with a Hatta Swan headset (with caged bearings) I thought was brinnelled. First, the headset assembly was screwed down too tight. Second, upon disassembly,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-20, 11:08 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 10,889
Posted By cv350

Great find! That will be a very nice build. And...

Great find! That will be a very nice build. And its pedigree that you shared makes it all the more interesting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-20, 12:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,374
Posted By cv350

jamesdak, thanks for the overview of your...

jamesdak, thanks for the overview of your process. This will help me determine how to approach my rims.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-20, 12:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,374
Posted By cv350

jamesdak, thanks for the overview of your...

jamesdak, thanks for the overview of your process. This will help me determine how to approach my rims.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-20, 08:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,374
Posted By cv350

jamesdak, the appearance of the rims turned out...

jamesdak, the appearance of the rims turned out fantastic. Wow.

You mention a process of cleaning and using aluminum polish. Would you mind sharing your process and tools or supplies you used?
...
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