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04-14-23, 12:40 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,074
Posted By BFisher

Yep. I had the ones on the right there on a Le...

Yep. I had the ones on the right there on a Le Tour III. They were very nice.
04-13-23, 06:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,074
Posted By BFisher

Agree also that stem shifters are fine. The...

Agree also that stem shifters are fine. The Shimano Uni-Shift models are particularly nice.
04-12-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,074
Posted By BFisher

Beater 1: An old Schwinn, hand painted a bunch of...

Beater 1: An old Schwinn, hand painted a bunch of different colors, single speed, cheap platform pedals, Box O' Crap grips. Any old bike will do. Make it weird and/or ugly....
04-11-23, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 549
Posted By BFisher

Sweet! Here’s my C&V version. The 1940s Bendix...

Sweet! Here’s my C&V version. The 1940s Bendix coaster brake is nearly pristine inside. Just some shoe wear. It is a blast to ride and was fun to build.
...
04-11-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 6,925
Posted By BFisher

I understand.

I understand.
04-11-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 6,925
Posted By BFisher

Best not to even acknowledge this guy, iab. He is...

Best not to even acknowledge this guy, iab. He is one of many sophist, pseudo-intellectual trolls who continue to tarnish what should be a fun, inviting place. They all seem to love to act on some...
04-10-23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,074
Posted By BFisher

English three speed. Klunkerized/customized...

English three speed.

Klunkerized/customized classic American cruiser for a close second.
03-27-23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,140
Posted By BFisher

I don't know the answers to the questions/issues...

I don't know the answers to the questions/issues that Gregory's study presents, and won't pretend to. I wish him luck, though, as he forms this into what he wants it to be, and makes discoveries that...
03-26-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,140
Posted By BFisher

I get hung up on the application of the term...

I get hung up on the application of the term culture here. I'm not sure there is a connected mass large enough worldwide to be considered a definable culture with regard to custom made steel...
03-24-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,341
Posted By BFisher

"Ooh, it's from the '50's! Fra-gee-lay! Hang that...

"Ooh, it's from the '50's! Fra-gee-lay! Hang that delicate fa-bridge-ay egg behind a glass case!

Oh, cottered cranks! Those pins are impossible to figure out! How do they work? Is it magic?...
03-17-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 8,594
Posted By BFisher

I swear this could have been a line in this song....

I swear this could have been a line in this song.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NVUGCdTVpug
03-17-23, 09:03 AM
03-16-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1,897
Views: 100,017
Posted By BFisher

smd4, I know what I typed. Please, stay on...

smd4, I know what I typed.

Please, stay on topic?
03-16-23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1,897
Views: 100,017
Posted By BFisher

Don't get me wrong, OP, I think this project is...

Don't get me wrong, OP, I think this project is plenty cool.

You know, Dayton is the birthplace of aviation. Home of the Wright brothers. Home of Huffy.

And this bike will obviously take...
03-16-23, 07:11 AM
Replies: 1,897
Views: 100,017
Posted By BFisher

The shape of an anvil or some other weighty...

The shape of an anvil or some other weighty symbol could make a nice cutout. Be warned though; with the way those shells are constructed, a large enough cutout may render it too weak to handle high...
03-10-23, 07:50 AM
Replies: 27,924
Views: 4,494,507
Posted By BFisher

nlerner, My wife has one of those Sportsmans, a...

nlerner, My wife has one of those Sportsmans, a '64, same great color sans white head tube. It was a $15 score from the Allentown area many years ago. I converted it from the awful grip shift to...
03-07-23, 12:14 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 46,234
Posted By BFisher

Close, but it's actually a Humber that was...

Close, but it's actually a Humber that was originally built equivalent to a Sprite 5. You are correct; that is an AW hub. I've had it built a number of ways, but like it best as a drop bar three...
03-06-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,966
Posted By BFisher

:foo: Where he go?

:foo:
Where he go?
03-05-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,966
Posted By BFisher

Classy little tribute project, and the results...

Classy little tribute project, and the results are fantastic, especially that you took the step to do the underside of the shell so nicely. Way to make it your own!
03-04-23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 46,234
Posted By BFisher

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

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1002x722/humber_09_1724fab0260f4f66bb066dd7fa22a9e1e4dd77b0.jpg
03-02-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,763
Posted By BFisher

What Causes This Type Of Damage?

The immortal words of the BF resident Gitane expert, one Wolfram Verktyg, instantly came to mind as I saw the graphic details - Ham-fisted Hammersmith.
01-21-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 1,762
Views: 237,457
Posted By BFisher

A link to an interesting site about those stones:...

A link to an interesting site about those stones: Treestones at BNC (https://csagsi.org/treestones-at-bnc/)
01-21-23, 04:46 PM
Replies: 1,762
Views: 237,457
Posted By BFisher

steelbikeguy, that looks like maybe limestone....

steelbikeguy, that looks like maybe limestone. Apparently those tree trunk stones were popular for a period of time, and most were limestone or marble, so I've read. If so, its condition is...
01-20-23, 01:20 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,558
Posted By BFisher

All that for...Trek? What next? Is...

All that for...Trek?



What next? Is elevator music the hottest download on Spotify?


:roflmao2:
01-18-23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,840
Posted By BFisher

clubman, isn't the F&S Duomatic a marvel? I have...

clubman, isn't the F&S Duomatic a marvel? I have one on a German folding bike, 36h, that I really like. I even have one of the little multi wrenches that go with them. I've been tempted to remove it...
01-18-23, 12:19 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,840
Posted By BFisher

Never had an issue with them if they are a good...

Never had an issue with them if they are a good brake and adjusted well.

On a sporty road bike? Well, no.

But for a cruiser, they are perfectly fine if coupled with a decent front caliper. If...
01-17-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,403
Posted By BFisher

My '72-ish Humber - Brazing gaps and all, it's a...

My '72-ish Humber - Brazing gaps and all, it's a nice riding bike.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1760x1191/humber_3_speed_d82b267ac64c8ead15af70b455f95a0eda02dec8.jpg

1951...
01-16-23, 02:28 PM
Replies: 1,762
Views: 237,457
Posted By BFisher

M1T, outstanding shot! Wow! Seeing wildlife on...

M1T, outstanding shot! Wow! Seeing wildlife on rides is a big reason why I like to ride.

By the way, did you know that Carbondale, CO is named for Carbondale, PA, which is a mere 32 miles north of...
01-16-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,546
Posted By BFisher

El Chaba, that was my assumption, but it's good...

El Chaba, that was my assumption, but it's good to get some confirmation from those who know. Thanks for your response.

I probably will pick up a set, either rims and hubs or a complete wheelset,...
01-16-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,546
Posted By BFisher

Here's a question for those who have experience...

Here's a question for those who have experience with tubulars and clinchers: Do you get similar mileage out of a nice tubular and a relatively comparable clincher, not regarding flats/damage?
01-15-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 5,546
Posted By BFisher

Some decent insights from a few members. I think...

Some decent insights from a few members. I think we can do without the general forum-esque nonsense. Abnormal for C&V.
I've been going back and forth on whether or not I want to try tubulars. Maybe...
01-14-23, 09:41 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,082
Posted By BFisher

Never went back to re-tighten a crank arm and...

Never went back to re-tighten a crank arm and have never had one come loose. Never cracked or otherwise damaged a crank arm, and yes, I grease my tapers.
01-10-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,298
Posted By BFisher

I love threads like this. Moral of the story:...

I love threads like this. Moral of the story: Yes, lurker/noob/hobbyist/commuter/enthusiast, you can fix your own bicycle, and you should try it.

Sure, dedicated alignment tools in the right hands...
01-09-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 628
Posted By BFisher

In the bucket right beside the oil hole clip...

In the bucket right beside the oil hole clip bucket, of course.





Sorry, I couldn't resist.

Here's another question: For all of the missing pedal dust caps out there, has anyone ever...
01-09-23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,172
Posted By BFisher

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/300x225/dr_evil_right_95a2de7e5882a1811e15dfd45b1ad127a62c696a.gif
:twitchy:
01-09-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,172
Posted By BFisher

Fork is bent.

Fork is bent.
01-08-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 958
Posted By BFisher

I also should point out that there needs to be a...

I also should point out that there needs to be a piece of fabric or something sewn or attached to the back of those bags I showed. It functions as a slot for the bungee to go through before hooking...
01-07-23, 10:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 958
Posted By BFisher

They are not currently mounted, but did not...

They are not currently mounted, but did not rattle at all when they were. The bungee had a bit of parachute cord and a hook at the bottom, which attached to an eyelet at the dropout mounting hole. It...
01-07-23, 06:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 958
Posted By BFisher

nlerner, nice buckets.

nlerner, nice buckets.
01-07-23, 06:44 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 958
Posted By BFisher

Stainless washers, some P-clips, flat aluminum...

Stainless washers, some P-clips, flat aluminum stock, stainless nuts and screws, bungee, Greek military surplus bags....
01-01-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 364
Views: 47,100
Posted By BFisher

White is alright! ...

White is alright!
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1672x1254/puch_6_22_41bbd81e48fef7dc86817fe4d5e2b7b3a2c5ee9f.jpg...
12-24-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 264
Views: 26,575
Posted By BFisher

As much as I enjoy variety and appreciate the...

As much as I enjoy variety and appreciate the different characteristics of all of my bikes, current and past, none of them beat this one. None.
Smooth - hot butter on glass. Just glides along like a...
12-24-22, 09:55 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,659
Posted By BFisher

Ugh! I don't have a picture of it, unfortunately....

Ugh! I don't have a picture of it, unfortunately. I had a Schwinn Le Tour III in pearl orange. Too big for me so I moved it on. Say what you will about Schwinn, or the Le Tour models, but that might...
12-22-22, 08:19 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,951
Posted By BFisher

I don't need to wait for an explanation from...

I don't need to wait for an explanation from 63Rickert.

I just asked my luthier.

Right after he showed me how to use a bench vise.
12-22-22, 08:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 863
Posted By BFisher

styggno1, In honor of this milestone I would...

styggno1,

In honor of this milestone I would like to offer my personal favorite thread/build of yours.

One Hot Monark...
12-22-22, 06:46 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 11,369
Posted By BFisher

All of my bikes are dead Until they are...

All of my bikes are dead

Until they are underneath me.

Then do they ever come alive.
12-21-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,386
Posted By BFisher

cudak888, I was wondering if I was the only one...

cudak888, I was wondering if I was the only one who found that statement a bit ironic. Without the context of the rest of the book/chapter, I refrained from saying so. Outside of competitive...
12-20-22, 07:44 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,634
Posted By BFisher

Some have a bucket, some want one. Should we...

Some have a bucket, some want one. Should we start a bucket list? Maybe a sticky?
12-20-22, 07:36 PM
Replies: 27,924
Views: 4,494,507
Posted By BFisher

What a great score, Honusms. Hope you have many...

What a great score, Honusms. Hope you have many happy miles on it.
12-20-22, 04:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,196
Posted By BFisher

Ha! When I first saw the title I thought I was...

Ha!
When I first saw the title I thought I was about to see a complete groupset custom drilled by The Dude himself.


No opinion on crank choice to add. Best of luck either way.
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