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03-17-15, 03:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,539
Posted By red sox junkie

Signed up this year, staying at the Mountain Lake...

Signed up this year, staying at the Mountain Lake lodge. Did it back in 2008 and it was tough, but awesome ride. Very well organized and the logistics for this ride can be a challenge. I did it in...
12-31-14, 09:14 AM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 327,932
Posted By red sox junkie

Beautiful. This is very similar to what I want...

Beautiful. This is very similar to what I want to do with my prelude. Are your replacement decal on top of the pc? Do they have the UV laminate finish?
12-27-14, 04:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,321
Posted By red sox junkie

I've always liked white bikes but I've never had...

I've always liked white bikes but I've never had a red bike. Like white seats and bar tape with white decals. There is a nice red paramount with white tape and seat and it looks pretty sharp. I've...
12-26-14, 05:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,321
Posted By red sox junkie

Those are pretty nice. They are getting some neat...

Those are pretty nice. They are getting some neat effects out of powder coats these days.
12-26-14, 01:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,321
Posted By red sox junkie

Think I figured it out!

Think I figured it out!
12-26-14, 01:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,321
Posted By red sox junkie

File size was too big to upload and I didn't know...

File size was too big to upload and I didn't know how to make it smaller!
12-26-14, 12:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,321
Posted By red sox junkie

1986 Schwinn Prelude retro-mod New powder coat?

I've had this bike in various iterations for the last 6 years or so. I bought it second hand in decent condition (with the exception of a sloppy rattlecan job) for $125 and rode it a little bit with...
01-17-13, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,798
Posted By red sox junkie

my "hole" (sounds weird from a dude) is too small...

my "hole" (sounds weird from a dude) is too small for the recessed bolt, so I had to get a longer bolt and put a nut on the other side. Wiped out the shutter.
11-30-12, 12:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I like the ability to use an over-sized bar I...

I like the ability to use an over-sized bar
I like to use bars with ergo bends that don't fit through quill openings
I am big and tug on the bars a lot when climbing and this setup feels better to...
11-30-12, 12:49 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I agree. Any messing with the stem would require...

I agree. Any messing with the stem would require bearing adjustment again. Not a big deal if I'm in my garage and have access to the proper tool. Roadside adjustments would need to be avoided.
11-30-12, 09:18 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I was playing around with it last night and got...

I was playing around with it last night and got it adjusted without much difficulty but won't get a chance to ride it until the weekend. I would think that if the quill adapter is appropriately...
11-29-12, 02:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I'm going to play around with it over the weekend...

I'm going to play around with it over the weekend to see if I can get it adjusted correctly. If not, I'll just leave the damn lock nut on there! Thanks everyone.
11-29-12, 12:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I would almost have to over tighten the...

I would almost have to over tighten the adjustable race, install the adapter (with 1 1/8" spacer and stem) tight on the race and then loosen up the race.
11-29-12, 12:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I'll see if I can find a picture of that setup. ...

I'll see if I can find a picture of that setup. That sound like it may be more along the lines of what I am looking for.
11-29-12, 09:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I think I saw this setup in a schwinn circuit in...

I think I saw this setup in a schwinn circuit in the retro with STI thread. I'll try to PM the poster.
11-29-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I was thinking that too. That's my main concern.

I was thinking that too. That's my main concern.
11-29-12, 09:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

I understand how they are supposed to work...

I understand how they are supposed to work (adapter fits in the fork just like the quill so the functionality of the headset doesn't need to change) but I was wondering if the lock nut becomes...
11-29-12, 09:03 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,200
Posted By red sox junkie

Quill stem adapter without using the lock nut

I would like to use a modern 1 1/8" stem on my old lugged frame using the matching lugged fork. I haven't used a quill stem adapter before because most of the time, it looks kind of clunky because...
03-16-11, 02:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 499
Posted By red sox junkie

judging from his handle, weight shouldn't be an...

judging from his handle, weight shouldn't be an issue!
Replies: 13
Views: 4,531
Posted By red sox junkie

I have three pairs of the double sided 520s on my...

I have three pairs of the double sided 520s on my three bikes. They are pretty inexpensive and they work well. I switched from road cleats to mountain ones a few years ago on my long distance bike....
01-04-11, 12:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,295
Posted By red sox junkie

I've used Velocals.com in the past. If they...

I've used Velocals.com in the past. If they don't have the graphics "on file" he will do the artwork for a price. His decals are vinyl so there is a bit of an edge to the decals even when...
12-31-10, 09:53 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,485
Posted By red sox junkie

Looking forward to the updates. I love projects...

Looking forward to the updates. I love projects like this! I just completed a '86 Schwinn Prelude and am very happy with the results. Keep the pics coming!
12-28-10, 08:26 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 12,283
Posted By red sox junkie

All chrome Schwinn Voyageur 11.8. I have one in...

All chrome Schwinn Voyageur 11.8. I have one in a 58 that is just a little small for me. I love the chrome, the clamp on downtube shifters and the clamp on cable guides near the bottom bracket. ...
12-13-10, 07:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 10,883
Posted By red sox junkie

I have just bought a chrom Schwinn Voyageur 11.8...

I have just bought a chrom Schwinn Voyageur 11.8 for $140 off of clist. I cleaned it up, removed tatered decals and upgraded parts from my parts bin. Even if I purchased the parts from my parts...
12-13-10, 07:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,243
Posted By red sox junkie

I would just leave it alone. Used the fork that...

I would just leave it alone. Used the fork that came with it unless there is something wrong with it. A carbon fork will drop a little weight (less than a pound) and a lot of expense for IMO no...
12-13-10, 07:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,849
Posted By red sox junkie

I was just cleaning up some rims and spokes from...

I was just cleaning up some rims and spokes from '81. The rims cleaned up really well, but the spokes took some more work. I sprayed them down with WD 40 then used 600 grit sandpaper. After that,...
12-13-10, 07:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,637
Posted By red sox junkie

I usually start with the headset and fork. I...

I usually start with the headset and fork. I then put in the seatpost so I can clamp the seatpost in the stand. From there, I put the brake calipers and levers on and get the braking dialed in. ...
11-30-10, 09:31 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,757,130
Posted By red sox junkie

ISO: .833" quill stem with 90 or 100 reach for...

ISO:
.833" quill stem with 90 or 100 reach for Schwinn Voyageur restore.

What do you need?
11-25-10, 09:33 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,757,130
Posted By red sox junkie

Trade a 23' chrome voyaguer 11.8 for a 60-63 cm bike

I just got a Schwinn Voyageur 11.8 (chrome) bike the other day in a size 23'. It's a little small for me so I'm looking for a trade. The schwinn is in good mechanical condition and the chrome is...
Replies: 1
Views: 2,976
Posted By red sox junkie

Schwinn Voyageur 11.8 chrome - What to do?

I bought a chrome Schwinn Voyageur 11.8 (23 inch) for $140 off of Craigslist. The decals are tattered but the chrome is in good condition with no rust. Mechanically it is sound, needs a little bit...
11-16-10, 04:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,920
Posted By red sox junkie

rattle can paint job on a '86 schwinn prelude and...

rattle can paint job on a '86 schwinn prelude and upgrading to 9 speed. I'll probably start a thread with pics so people can tell me how delicate rattle can jobs are and that I should have just got...
11-12-10, 04:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,294
Posted By red sox junkie

Looks like some fun projects here! My winter...

Looks like some fun projects here! My winter project is not as high end, but I bought an '86 Schwinn Prelude last year and really like how it rides. I've ridden it enough now to know that it is a...
Replies: 1,042
Views: 703,324
Posted By red sox junkie

ride. . . 13th of November. . . Carroll County. ....

ride. . . 13th of November. . . Carroll County. . . dirt roads??? Details!!! I'm in Frederick Co. too.
11-02-10, 03:04 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,199
Posted By red sox junkie

+1

+1
11-02-10, 07:12 AM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,079,973
Posted By red sox junkie

I thought you were pretty attached to the frame!

I thought you were pretty attached to the frame!
10-27-10, 03:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,180
Posted By red sox junkie

I thought the price you put it up for is on the...

I thought the price you put it up for is on the cheap side. I saw a BIN of $400 and then $350 and then $400 again as I looked at it throughout the day. Didn't mean to imply that you were asking...
10-27-10, 03:45 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,150
Posted By red sox junkie

I've got two. The first is a '86 schwinn prelude...

I've got two. The first is a '86 schwinn prelude that just feels good. I ride this one on long rides and dirt road rides. Spec'ed with '27 that I replaced with 700 wheels give me added room for 35...
10-27-10, 03:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,180
Posted By red sox junkie

Why have you been jumping the BIN price so much? ...

Why have you been jumping the BIN price so much? I was watching but I think the frame may be a tad too big for me. Who knows, I may get it because the top tube length is right.
10-27-10, 11:24 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,526
Posted By red sox junkie

http://austin.craigslist.org/bik/2028286940.html ...

http://austin.craigslist.org/bik/2028286940.html

might be a little steep looking at the "before" shots. I'm sure you have some cost to recover! Anyway, nice job with the refurbishing.
Forum: Southeast
09-29-10, 06:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,185
Posted By red sox junkie

I'm registering tomorrow. Looking forward to it,...

I'm registering tomorrow. Looking forward to it, but it sounds like it could be a little bit of a mess. With that many people, there are probably a good number of blockheads without good bike...
09-24-10, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8,312
Views: 3,079,973
Posted By red sox junkie

Nice job! I've upgraded (read as sank a lot of...

Nice job! I've upgraded (read as sank a lot of money into) an '86 Schwinn Prelude but it was worth every penny. Could never sell it for what I put into it, but I didn't build it to sell it!
09-23-10, 04:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,236
Posted By red sox junkie

where is the serial number located?

where is the serial number located?
09-23-10, 03:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,236
Posted By red sox junkie

0547 is the code stamped into the schwinn badge. ...

0547 is the code stamped into the schwinn badge. I think that means Feb. 23, 1987 was the production date. Shouldn't I see the serial number in the picture of the headtube? Here is a picture of a...
09-23-10, 02:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,236
Posted By red sox junkie

I got a reply from the seller. He is second...

I got a reply from the seller. He is second owner and he got the bike as is. He doesn't know if it is repainted, but it doesn't have any stickers other than the columnbus sticker. He said the...
09-23-10, 09:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,236
Posted By red sox junkie

Is this a Schwinn Super Sport???

Found on an online ad and was curious. Price is a little high, but I'm tempted none the less. Looking through old catalogues online, I was having trouble verifying it as a Super Sport (or even a...
Replies: 3
Views: 1,273
Posted By red sox junkie

I have an '86 which has different geometry. I...

I have an '86 which has different geometry. I think the angles are 72 and 72 versus more race oriented 73 73 in '87 and beyond. I bought mine complete for $125 in pretty good shape. I have...
Replies: 3
Views: 605
Posted By red sox junkie

I've wanted to do this ride for a couple of years...

I've wanted to do this ride for a couple of years now. I think I need to plan the trip now!
08-25-10, 02:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,291
Posted By red sox junkie

This is what I did and it worked fine. In fact,...

This is what I did and it worked fine. In fact, I forgot I did it unitl I took the bike apart recently and the aluminum pieces came out.
03-02-10, 04:57 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,757,130
Posted By red sox junkie

ISO lugged steel touring bike 61 to 63 cm. It...

ISO lugged steel touring bike 61 to 63 cm. It will be a driver so it doesn't need to be perfect!
02-26-10, 10:26 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 11,372
Posted By red sox junkie

Have to agree with Kurt on this one. I actually...

Have to agree with Kurt on this one. I actually have a prelude from the same year and it make a great long distance bike. I guess the question is what does Collin want to do with it?
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