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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 137
Posted By PhilFo

Do not buy a 26.8mm post without having your...

Do not buy a 26.8mm post without having your seatpost measured. When I replied, I made the mistake of assuming the bike was steel. As it is aluminum, it is almost guaranteed to have a different size...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 137
Posted By PhilFo

Every bike shop should be able to accurately...

Every bike shop should be able to accurately measure your seatpost to within .2mm. Literally every one. If you want to do it yourself, get a set of vernier calipers, learn how to read them and go...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 421
Posted By PhilFo

That's one of the best scores I've heard. Awesome...

That's one of the best scores I've heard. Awesome bike, not flashy these days but a fantastic ride with some of the best components ever made. XT top mount thumbies forever!
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 137
Posted By PhilFo

Most Miyata take a 26.8mm post, with the...

Most Miyata take a 26.8mm post, with the exception of very early-80s 610s, which used a 26.7mm. I have one of these.
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/seatpost-sizes.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 140
Posted By PhilFo

Just have this thread moved instead of creating...

Just have this thread moved instead of creating duplicates.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 140
Posted By PhilFo

Paging cb400bill

Paging cb400bill
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,670
Posted By PhilFo

PM me if you are in serious need of a set of...

PM me if you are in serious need of a set of "brifters". I have a set of 1st gen Dura Ace which can go to a worthy home.
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 140
Posted By PhilFo

Maybe have a mod move this to the ISO and for...

Maybe have a mod move this to the ISO and for trade thread?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,507
Posted By PhilFo

I wear what is clean.

I wear what is clean.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 278
Posted By PhilFo

I've seen the Superbe decal on the downtube above...

I've seen the Superbe decal on the downtube above or below clamp-on shifters.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-12-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By PhilFo

I'm planning on building a set of wheels for my...

I'm planning on building a set of wheels for my red-headed-stepchild Welsh Witcomb using the Sturmey hubs.
Phil
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-12-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By PhilFo

The Sturmey Archer high flange 40 hole freewheel...

The Sturmey Archer high flange 40 hole freewheel hub is not quite identical, but would absolutely be correct for your build. They aren't uncommon and since they are Sturmey, they often get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,667
Posted By PhilFo

I think it was about 6 miles. I was riding my CX...

I think it was about 6 miles. I was riding my CX bike, went through a spare tube and three CO2 canisters over the course of the ride. I was at the very farthest northwest tip of Fairmount Park when...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-11-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By PhilFo

I've only read about Normandy hubs with 40 hole...

I've only read about Normandy hubs with 40 hole flanges, never seen one in person. I think I have a few sets worth of 36 hole hubs, one of them built and ridden as often as possible, but that bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 516
Posted By PhilFo

The verdict is in. A friend checked the Witcomb...

The verdict is in.
A friend checked the Witcomb group for me and Richard Sachs had confirmed last year that an exact duplicate of my "Witcomb" was one of the Welsh frames.
So, I have a bit of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,507
Posted By PhilFo

Digression: I miss riding almost year round in...

Digression: I miss riding almost year round in decent weather in New Mexico.
Regarding the do-dad, I really like the utility and size of my Pedro's Trixie tool. I have too many neat gadgets though....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,670
Posted By PhilFo

I was thinking of the A-D SLE as a solution. Glad...

I was thinking of the A-D SLE as a solution. Glad it finally found a new home!
Dave is awesome when it comes to working with you to find parts for arcane bike projects.
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 516
Posted By PhilFo

Thanks for the links! The first listing is too...

Thanks for the links!
The first listing is too short.
I also have a Raleigh Competition fork like one ad but it doesn't allow for mudguards as it's a true 700c fork.
The seller with the 4 chrome...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 672
Posted By PhilFo

My old Vitus 979 came with a post and I used it...

My old Vitus 979 came with a post and I used it as a training bike and bragging bike (regarding it's light weight) when I was in college and riding with the Temple U team. I built that thing up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 516
Posted By PhilFo

I've scoured the Internet and the best...

I've scoured the Internet and the best rabbit-hole seems to be to start at the Classic Lightweights' site then go from there.
The serial number on the NDS rear dropout points to Carlton and Viking...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 255
Posted By PhilFo

I've used the extra "8th shift" click since 1995...

I've used the extra "8th shift" click since 1995 using XTII shifters. The only time it has failed is when the shifter is dirty or worn out. I have this setup now on my heavy duty Univega Alpina Uno.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-06-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 130,040
Posted By PhilFo

Just received two fantastic Suntour freewheels...

Just received two fantastic Suntour freewheels from Kontact . Many thanks!
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,670
Posted By PhilFo

There's also cyclocross, which may be perfect in...

There's also cyclocross, which may be perfect in some respect, but tend to be quite aggressive in geometry.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 283
Posted By PhilFo

What kind of hubs are they laced to? I'm thinking...

What kind of hubs are they laced to? I'm thinking Araya, but someone else will definitely chime in and offer a correct suggestion.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,670
Posted By PhilFo

Yeah, even a good number of the steel MTBs from...

Yeah, even a good number of the steel MTBs from the late 80s-mid 90s are still considered pretty lightweight. The only thing that makes my Breezer heavier than as- stock are the Magura hydraulics and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 784
Posted By PhilFo

I am certain I've worked on one of those about...

I am certain I've worked on one of those about 9-10 years ago here in Philly. I remember it fit me and would have made a perfect bike for the city. I wonder if it's the same bike!?
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 989
Posted By PhilFo

I've never ridden one, but in the past I built up...

I've never ridden one, but in the past I built up a set of Constrictor Conloy tubulars on a pair of Racelite hubs for a customer.
On Sheldon Brown's site, you can find a link to Spocalc, which has a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,670
Posted By PhilFo

Haunt the for sale subforum and a few of the...

Haunt the for sale subforum and a few of the threads in which of few of us afflicted are giving away frame sets for the cost of shipping. You'll probably get a much better project bike from a member...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,670
Posted By PhilFo

Don't discount the Giant ATX line.

Don't discount the Giant ATX line.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 27,966
Views: 4,520,666
Posted By PhilFo

So shiny :eek:

So shiny :eek:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,001
Posted By PhilFo

You're killing me! Remember I said I had a set...

You're killing me!
Remember I said I had a set of unused Cyclone BB cups? I dug them out when the package arrived and it turns out they are Italian.
So now I have Italian cups and no frame...
I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-02-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 699
Posted By PhilFo

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

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x480/image1_jpeg_9724b9176685ad4feb63959680f2b60d0ebdc590.jpg
My early 90s Breezer Lightning XTR with a correct rigid fork (I received the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1,250
Views: 130,040
Posted By PhilFo

Recently purchased quite a few components from...

Recently purchased quite a few components from jdawginsc . Awesome experience! I have to applaud his patience while the path of this Witcomb build took a few turns.
Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27,966
Views: 4,520,666
Posted By PhilFo

I'm dreaming of moving to Maine...

I'm dreaming of moving to Maine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,782
Posted By PhilFo

Weren't the Schwinn stems like those just GB...

Weren't the Schwinn stems like those just GB Normas?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 977
Posted By PhilFo

I use waxed cotton or waxed leather lace for...

I use waxed cotton or waxed leather lace for either book binding or sewing leather.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,134
Posted By PhilFo

^^^^^ this.

^^^^^ this.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-29-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 280
Posted By PhilFo

New ones. That's really it. Lately, I've been...

New ones. That's really it. Lately, I've been riding Christophes but I don't care about brand really, as long as the strap is in excellent condition and can hold more than my weight. Carry spares. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,844
Posted By PhilFo

:eek:

:eek:
Forum: Commuting
03-29-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 890
Posted By PhilFo

I keep work at the office.

I keep work at the office.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 258
Posted By PhilFo

Maybe this is a one-off hub stamped to celebrate...

Maybe this is a one-off hub stamped to celebrate the "Cat man" Peter Criss of KISS. Now to find the other three...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,782
Posted By PhilFo

Huret Jubilee rear derailleur. Campy Delta...

Huret Jubilee rear derailleur.
Campy Delta calipers.
Polished Stronglight and Nervar cranks.
Campy Gran Sport 3 arm steel cranks.
1st gen Suntour Superbe cranks.
Shiny large flange "continental"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 872
Posted By PhilFo

Oh dear.

Oh dear.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 760
Posted By PhilFo

The 1948-51 Clubman from Raleigh, Rudge and...

The 1948-51 Clubman from Raleigh, Rudge and Humber all have 1" seatposts and they are definitely not gas pipe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 27,966
Views: 4,520,666
Posted By PhilFo

Those self adjusting plastic bits can be removed...

Those self adjusting plastic bits can be removed from the lever, as there is a simple U shaped wire which holds them on. The wire is popped to the side, offending plastic part removed, wire unhooked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 793
Views: 95,046
Posted By PhilFo

Coffee. Lots of coffee. Phil

Coffee. Lots of coffee.

Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 11,396
Posted By PhilFo

I can happily send along a typewriter, still...

I can happily send along a typewriter, still camera or motion picture camera with all bike related equipment...

Phil
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 516
Posted By PhilFo

While I can't figure out the provenance of the...

While I can't figure out the provenance of the frame, I'm still impressed by it. It's a good size for my next build, it's light, and it's bright turmeric, my favorite color. I have some rust to take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,122,070
Posted By PhilFo

Frejus in Paramus, NJ

Saw this earlier today:
https://newjersey.craigslist.org/bik/d/paramus-frejus-road-bike-needs-work/7730389916.html
I wish I could have gotten up to north Jersey to pick it up. I don't need another...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 375
Posted By PhilFo

Many 4 speed freewheels available out there.

Many 4 speed freewheels available out there.
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