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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-18, 04:44 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Indeed! $700 for a bicycle in the early 1970's...

Indeed! $700 for a bicycle in the early 1970's was a lot of money on a high school teachers salary but I was doing some racing and wanted a decent bike. I was partial to Paramount racing bikes back...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-18, 04:25 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

I too found it odd there was no date on the...

I too found it odd there was no date on the receipt but it had to be early 1970's. That is when we moved from Sacramento to Orange County, CA.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-18, 03:34 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Yep, it was a Moto track frame just like this...

Yep, it was a Moto track frame just like this that I should NEVER have let get past me. What are the odds of finding another? Slim to none?

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-18, 03:25 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Moto CT

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Well, I can't be accused of moving too fast on this rebuild...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-23-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,304
Posted By ggl205

I have three Cinelli Equipe frames with one...

I have three Cinelli Equipe frames with one having the "Project" decal. This frame was also devoid the front derailleur braze on. It is my understanding that these frames were for the European...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-12-16, 11:08 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,613
Posted By ggl205

William Bevington, a former employee of Life...

William Bevington, a former employee of Life Cycle in NY, has been commissioned to compile hard and historical data for a book on Japanese bicycles ranging, I believe, from 1972-1987. These were...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-12-16, 08:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,613
Posted By ggl205

Hi Scott: I haven't heard from Matt in a...

Hi Scott:

I haven't heard from Matt in a while but doubt he sold his SR. It was the pinnacle of his collection. Good to hear the SR remains in the group. Bianchigirll is a very knowledgable...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-11-16, 07:17 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,613
Posted By ggl205

Fuji Professional Super Record

Bianchigirl, do you still have that Fuji SR? There is a dedicated Fuji group that compiles and shares data on these bicycles (serial numbers, equipment, literature, etc.). There is a book being...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-07-13, 07:28 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,613
Posted By ggl205

Hi Bianchigirll: i have sent a PM but...

Hi Bianchigirll:

i have sent a PM but thought I would cover all bases by posting here too. So far, no response. The search continues for a Fuji Pro.

john
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-31-12, 02:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 9,613
Posted By ggl205

CchewW: what have you decided to do with...

CchewW:

what have you decided to do with this frame? I have been looking for just such a frame and fork to do a full restoration. If by chance you still have it or know of who does, I am very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-12, 06:51 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Will do, shnibop. The CT is in Wichita awaiting...

Will do, shnibop. The CT is in Wichita awaiting my move from Chicago. Once established, I will take a few pictures and post them. I have decided to keep the bike and give it a good cleaing and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-12, 06:35 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Rootboy, a few years back, I passed on buying...

Rootboy, a few years back, I passed on buying track Champion Team in the same size as my road version. What a dunce I was. At the time, I thought $600 was too much and that I would see another for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-12, 06:09 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Beautiful bike, gorgeous color and I really like...

Beautiful bike, gorgeous color and I really like your component choices. As I look at the frame, it appears to be a carbon copy (do we still say such things?) of the CT.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-12, 08:23 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

None taken rootboy. Make no mistake, I am...

None taken rootboy. Make no mistake, I am thinning the herd. I haven't completely decided to sell the CT but would like resources to get a full Campy SR group to finish a unique Cinelli-made frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-12, 07:22 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Hi rootboy. Yes, $800 for a bike in 1974 was a...

Hi rootboy. Yes, $800 for a bike in 1974 was a lot of money and I was looking at Paramount at the time. That orange, full Campy bike just caught my eye and I would never have considered anything...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 09:06 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Mine cost $800 in 1974 from a Southern California...

Mine cost $800 in 1974 from a Southern California bike shop, the only one they ever got.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 08:58 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 62,912
Posted By ggl205

Interesting information about the TC Moto (mine...

Interesting information about the TC Moto (mine is labled Champion Team). I bought one brand new in 1974 with a matching orange Silca pump (still works). Mine has no chrome and a decal head badge....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 06:56 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

You could buy a gold plated Colnago made...

You could buy a gold plated Colnago made expressly for the Pope for about $4K less. I am at a loss what makes this track frame worth so much. It's limited numbers do not account for the high price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-12, 07:23 AM
Replies: 762
Views: 268,665
Posted By ggl205

Houston, TX facilitation

If the bike is still available, I am looking for a facilitator in the Houston, TX area. habes78023, are you still an active facilitator?

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-12, 07:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,105
Posted By ggl205

poprad, it was your Centurion Cinelli that...

poprad, it was your Centurion Cinelli that inspired me to paint my Project Equipe frame candy red. I even purchased an air brush to experiment with subtle paterns like your snake skin. Between you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-12, 11:17 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

It will take a facilitator in Burton to buy this...

It will take a facilitator in Burton to buy this bike. I already tried purchasing it, even offered to send money ahead of shipping but the seller is very skeptical of deals other than cash and carry....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-12, 02:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,105
Posted By ggl205

Wino, aren't these 1980's Centurion's the best? I...

Wino, aren't these 1980's Centurion's the best? I am a pretty fanatic Fuji collector but the better Centurion bikes give Fuji a run for their money. I hope none of my Fuji friends see this post.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-12, 02:40 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

I sort of understand what the guy means. I have a...

I sort of understand what the guy means. I have a 1984 Fuji Team and frame geo is more for crits. Riding 60 miles would be uncomfortable and 100 miles unthinkable. Now, I have done 300 miles in three...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-12, 03:00 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

I was high bidder for the Centurion Turbo and at...

I was high bidder for the Centurion Turbo and at a final bid price the owner would have been pleased with. I could not find any reason for the cancellation and no communication with the owner. Very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-12, 09:04 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

What were they asking for the C Record, DA...

What were they asking for the C Record, DA calipers and Shamal Wheels?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-12, 02:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

Ah, I can see why it will likely not change. It...

Ah, I can see why it will likely not change. It has all the best already.

Don't forget to show us what that SC looks like finished.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-12, 11:22 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

Rob, is that your bro-in-law's frame? That is...

Rob, is that your bro-in-law's frame? That is about as nice as it gets and looks to be close to completion.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-12, 09:05 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

The gold frame above has no fewer than six...

The gold frame above has no fewer than six Cinelli embossed logos; BB, two stay caps, two on the fork lug and one rear brake bridge. BTW, how are you certain your frame was not made by Cinelli?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-12, 07:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

One thing overlooked when dealing with...

One thing overlooked when dealing with these"mystery" frames is paying close attention to how they were made. If you look at any Japanese high-end handmade frame, you will quickly see another level...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-12, 01:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

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Here is an update for the frame considered to be a European Centurion Cinelli Equipe...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-04-12, 12:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,304
Posted By ggl205

Images of this "European" Centurion Cinelli in...

Images of this "European" Centurion Cinelli in original titanium silver (I have seen one in light metallic blue), have identical features as those found on my "mystery" frame. I guess I can no longer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-12, 01:33 PM
Replies: 762
Views: 268,665
Posted By ggl205

My pick for facilitator of the year

Alan Edwards out of Lancaster, California drove several hours with wife and kids in tow to pay for, pick up and box a beautiful Centurion Turbo for me in Chicago :eek:. As facilitators go, they don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-12, 08:00 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

Who did the paint? So nice you could almost eat...

Who did the paint? So nice you could almost eat it.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 08:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

You are correct, Robbie, my unpainted "mystery"...

You are correct, Robbie, my unpainted "mystery" frame has the Cinelli seat stay panto turned sideways to the ones on my silver Equipe. I never noticed this until you mentioned it. At least in my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 07:09 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

That's a big 10-4, Robbie. I have a group very...

That's a big 10-4, Robbie. I have a group very similar to that of Julian's if you want to use it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 04:01 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

I did see a part of his inventory and I agree, he...

I did see a part of his inventory and I agree, he has some rare bikes. But his prices are way, way over the top. Generally, when someone asks $25,000 for bike that won't fetch $2,500 on a good day,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 02:32 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

Sweet Masi. The crank looks like a Campy Strada...

Sweet Masi. The crank looks like a Campy Strada only in fixed gear config. They seem odd but were used on tandem's. You got a great deal onthat Masi. I don't usually see good deals on Masi but did...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 12:33 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

Crazy, yes. I looked over one of his Miyata Team...

Crazy, yes. I looked over one of his Miyata Team bikes. It was outfitted with C Record Campy. Too bad because if it was Campy SR, he would have had something worth his asking price. Miyata Team SL is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 12:29 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

Take a look at this link:...

Take a look at this link: http://www.classicrendezvous.com/USA/PowrCam_main.htm It has Powercam installation instructions and covers how to secure the BB once it is in proper location. They call for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 11:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,105
Posted By ggl205

Hi Julian: Another "mystery" Equipe has...

Hi Julian:

Another "mystery" Equipe has surfaced......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 11:45 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

And yet another... ...

And yet another...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Cinelli-Built-Centurion-Frame-and-Original-Fork-83-84-Campy-RARE-/150729207700?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2318292f94

After seeing the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

Looks like he has a collection he does not want...

Looks like he has a collection he does not want to sell.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-12, 10:06 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

I have one exactly like it and have been trying...

I have one exactly like it and have been trying to determine if it is an Equipe or genuine Cinelli. If you look at Cinelli cataloges of the period, you will see that Cinelli offered a number of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-11, 03:30 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,120,997
Posted By ggl205

I have an offer in for the components less frame,...

I have an offer in for the components less frame, fork, BB and crank. The crank is an odd ball that is VERY difficult to remove without damage to the BB shell (you drive two pins through the BB to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-11, 04:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,806
Posted By ggl205

Store bought or still made? Never know about the...

Store bought or still made? Never know about the Colonel (LOL). Either way, I bet it is smooooooth.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-11, 04:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,806
Posted By ggl205

Sure thing. I will eventually find out what came...

Sure thing. I will eventually find out what came stock on this 1983 Turbo and post it here. Others much more knowledgeable than I may answer this question and post it. BTW, I like the concept of your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-11, 03:38 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,348
Posted By ggl205

Here is something of an update to my issues with...

Here is something of an update to my issues with the Mystery Frame, namely, the seat post binder lug. It just isn't Cinelli or so I thought. Here is a Velobase component catalog for Cinelli and they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-11, 02:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,806
Posted By ggl205

Hi Alan: You just gave me a slight chill...

Hi Alan:

You just gave me a slight chill when referencing Bikecology as the possible prime mover for Centurion design here in the United States. I just connected with a Fuji group who have a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-11, 01:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,806
Posted By ggl205

Hi Robbie: It looks like this Turbo is...

Hi Robbie:

It looks like this Turbo is missing OEM toe clips. Would you happen to have a pair in your Centurion stash?

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-11, 01:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,806
Posted By ggl205

Bike addiction

Nope, you had it right the first time, Auchen.

John
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