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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-22, 11:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,669
Posted By imcorn

Well done! I love that "Custom Made"...

Well done! I love that "Custom Made" sticker.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-22, 12:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,138
Posted By imcorn

Those Street Stompers were heavy, but such a...

Those Street Stompers were heavy, but such a great cruiser.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-22, 11:44 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,718,883
Posted By imcorn

'87 Bridgestone MB-1 Technically not a...

'87 Bridgestone MB-1

Technically not a conversion, as it came stock with drops, but more of an update that I finished up last week.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,912
Posted By imcorn

Thanks, I went ahead and removed the link and...

Thanks, I went ahead and removed the link and just copy/pasted its' text in my original reply.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-22, 09:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,912
Posted By imcorn

I like to refer to this article when setting up...

I like to refer to this article when setting up dirt drops, 63xc.com--Reviews | Midge Bar. But they basically suggest anywhere from 10 - 25 deg from level bar hooks. 20-25 deg seem to work best for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-22, 09:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 839
Posted By imcorn

The Smoke/Dart reproductions still might fit. ...

The Smoke/Dart reproductions still might fit. While they are listed at 2.1 I remember measuring mine and they were smaller than that, but I'll have to double check.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-22, 09:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,764
Posted By imcorn

I'd say most cantis Pre-1986ish will usually have...

I'd say most cantis Pre-1986ish will usually have that narrower spacing. I usually just throw on new pads and the cantis will perform good enough for what I typically need. New pads will do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,297
Posted By imcorn

Figured Jagwire was likely popular thanks! Was...

Figured Jagwire was likely popular thanks! Was mainly curious if anyone is in favor of some of the Japanese companies out there (Yokozuna, Nissin/Sim works).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-22, 12:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 976
Posted By imcorn

Not technically C&V, but an "updated" classic,...

Not technically C&V, but an "updated" classic, the MKS x Crust Sylvan Gordito (https://crustbikes.com/products/mks-x-crust-sylvan-gordito) might be what you are looking for.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-22, 07:02 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,297
Posted By imcorn

What's everyone's cable and housing preferences? ...

What's everyone's cable and housing preferences? I'm looking to move from the bulk stuff I've been buying off eBay/Amazon, not that they've been bad, to something "nicer."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-22, 01:10 PM
Replies: 6,486
Views: 778,054
Posted By imcorn

I think I have a beat up, but still functioning...

I think I have a beat up, but still functioning one. Let me know if you want photos and I can dig it up from my parts bin. th3realmckay
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-02-22, 05:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,276
Posted By imcorn

In Southern California these can go anywhere from...

In Southern California these can go anywhere from $50 - $150 on the usual Craigslist/OfferUp marketplaces and they typically don't go too fast. I sold a 20" 750 frameset + some spare parts last...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-21, 10:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

I recently wanted to add that I found a 1991...

I recently wanted to add that I found a 1991 Project-5 in a similar colorway and in a much better size for me. I basically swapped all the parts from my Equinox build over to the Project-5 (not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-21, 10:22 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

For anyone who's interested, I was able to find...

For anyone who's interested, I was able to find some mostly legible scans of the 1990 Bianchi catalog from an eBay listing for some geo and spec information. I also entered some geo specs on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 15,251
Posted By imcorn

This list from c0rbin9 is pretty comprehensive...

This list from c0rbin9 is pretty comprehensive and exactly what you're looking for.

https://www.bikeforums.net/21408316-post21.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-21, 01:20 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 39,515
Posted By imcorn

O_O oh my! Do you have any info on your BG? ...

O_O oh my!

Do you have any info on your BG? Build specs, etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 6,486
Views: 778,054
Posted By imcorn

Looking for a 26" 1 1'8" Project Two fork with...

Looking for a 26" 1 1'8" Project Two fork with canti studs. I need about 6 1/4" of steerer, threaded preferred.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-21, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,718,883
Posted By imcorn

For Shimano, road/mtb components are...

For Shimano, road/mtb components are interchangeable for everything 9 speed and below, I believe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-21, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,127,297
Posted By imcorn

This might serve as a temporary solution for you...

This might serve as a temporary solution for you as tracking down NOS cables can some times be troublesome. I haven't used them personally, but I did find them intriguing. I saw someone else...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-21, 01:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,210
Posted By imcorn

It seems like the Fisher Hybrid was the precursor...

It seems like the Fisher Hybrid was the precursor to the following year's Sphinx, without the "Evolution" spec and same clearance.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

I think it comes down to your preference. My...

I think it comes down to your preference. My bike came stock with Suntour XC Pro pedals. If you prefer flat pedals I do like the RaceFace Chesters, however, I don't think it matches the "vintage"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-21, 10:11 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,718,883
Posted By imcorn

Do you know the seatpost clamp size of your Kona?...

Do you know the seatpost clamp size of your Kona? I just got a same era Explosif and the one on there was completely wrong. I measured 29.5mm OD on the seat tube itself and it seems not many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-21, 09:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

I don't disagree with you, especially the bit on...

I don't disagree with you, especially the bit on non-Bianchi Celeste bikes, but I also didn't buy this bike because it was simply a Bianchi (I'm far from a Bianchi fan). I just have a thing for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-21, 09:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1800x1013/pxl_20210528_021219842_r_bbb70fd59e34431c87a5621d9dfcd6845264eac2.jpg
I did get it in a running state, then the build got side tracked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-21, 10:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By imcorn

I was able to find some info, it looks like some...

I was able to find some info, it looks like some MTB pioneers (Scott Nicol and Charlie Cunningham) often used these bars as an early ish dirt drop and often flared them (more?).

Now my question is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-21, 10:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By imcorn

I believe the RockCombo came with the Nitto BB-1...

I believe the RockCombo came with the Nitto BB-1 bars.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-21, 07:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 694
Posted By imcorn

Specialized RM-3 Handlebar

Does anyone have any info on these Specialized RM-3 drop bar? Nothing comes up at all when Googling and searching BF. I know there is a modern Nitto model also named the RM-3, but those are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,718,883
Posted By imcorn

What bars are you running with the dirt drop?

What bars are you running with the dirt drop?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-21, 11:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,339
Posted By imcorn

I saw the Breezer #2 this past weekend! It was...

I saw the Breezer #2 this past weekend! It was awesome meeting Joe and hearing his story about you and the 10 bikes he built in the early days.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-21, 10:32 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 29,760
Posted By imcorn

My 750 has gone through so many iterations...

My 750 has gone through so many iterations (Bullmoose bars, Jones H Loop bars, and now a drop), so I'm figuring out which I like still.
Good to know a 50t up front will clear. I already have 45cm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-21, 11:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,221
Posted By imcorn

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x844/pxl_20210326_180922528_mp_r_5b1111a54a5e437ff685df85385824e3d164c9e4.jpg

I just finished my '83 about a month ago. Mine had the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-21, 01:47 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 29,760
Posted By imcorn

Cool build! I'm wrapping one up oddly similar to...

Cool build! I'm wrapping one up oddly similar to yours.

What crank and chainring sizes are you running? I have the same 750 frame and tried to use my spare Shimano 105 5600 crankset (53/39) and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-21, 02:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

No worries T-Mar that info is sufficient enough. ...

No worries T-Mar that info is sufficient enough. Thank you for all the help again!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-21, 01:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

The bike is mostly stripped and in the process of...

The bike is mostly stripped and in the process of being cleaned. I'll go ahead and give the parts a good ultrasonic cleaning later today.

I am having issues with the BB, but am being patient with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-21, 02:18 PM
Replies: 6,486
Views: 778,054
Posted By imcorn

ISO: Suntour GPX Aero Brake Levers (or...

ISO:

Suntour GPX Aero Brake Levers (or replacement hoods if those are even exist)
Suntour XC Pro + Grease Guard Front Hub (32h or 36h - I won't be picky)
Suntour XC Pro NDS (left) crank arm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-21, 11:58 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,129,844
Posted By imcorn

Just finished rebuilding my '83 Expedition I...

Just finished rebuilding my '83 Expedition I found back in January. Took it on a quick ride last night and it's like riding on a cloud. Updated the cockpit (Nitto B135, Nitto Technomic, and TRP...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-21, 01:06 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,445
Posted By imcorn

I was going to post this one myself. Too crazy...

I was going to post this one myself. Too crazy not to share.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-24-21, 12:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 340
Posted By imcorn

Curious as to what your solution was. I'm also...

Curious as to what your solution was. I'm also on the look for a single Mavic Reflex SUP 700c, but 36h.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-21, 11:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

You're such a legend T-Mar. Thanks for the the...

You're such a legend T-Mar. Thanks for the the amount of things I've learned from you by lurking the forums over the years. The serial reads "KS937466" and is also stamped "22" to the bottom left. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-21, 10:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

I'll likely rebuild/refurb back to spec, whether...

I'll likely rebuild/refurb back to spec, whether the fit is good or not, I have a good friend, and bike nerd, who would be able to fit it and take it off my hands. I believe it is 130 spacing, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-21, 11:44 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,146,399
Posted By imcorn

Likely a '90/'91 Bianchi Tangent, which was...

Likely a '90/'91 Bianchi Tangent, which was Bianchi's dropbar CX bike at the time and should be fitted with a Suntour XC Comp groupset. It is right below the Equinox in this line similar to its'...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-21, 07:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,308
Posted By imcorn

1990/1991 Bianchi Equinox

I was fortunate enough to find a bike that's been on my list for a while now, the Bianchi Equinox, which was Bianchi's almost top-of-the line "Cross-Terrain" bike of the time, just below its' flat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 31,177
Posted By imcorn

Thanks for the info, the one I'm going to pick up...

Thanks for the info, the one I'm going to pick up tonight is white/neon orange fade, not the typical Celeste colorway I've seen photos of. I was able to find an obscure photo of a similar one on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-21, 01:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 31,177
Posted By imcorn

Hate to revive an old thread, but do you also...

Hate to revive an old thread, but do you also have the catalog scans of the Equinox (90, 91, 92? - whichever were equipped with XC Pro)? I have a good chance on picking one up tomorrow (with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-21, 01:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,761
Posted By imcorn

Here's an eBay link to the cable and housing I...

Here's an eBay link to the cable and housing I bought.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/203058571537
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-21, 01:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,761
Posted By imcorn

NOS cables (Giant brand) on eBay weren't too...

NOS cables (Giant brand) on eBay weren't too expensive last time I needed some about 2 years ago. I had these levers on an '85 Stumpjumper I refreshed. The main issue is the larger diameter housing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-21, 06:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,955
Posted By imcorn

Yeah the '87 was the only year that came with...

Yeah the '87 was the only year that came with stock drops. The '87 (drops) and '89 (Koski fork) were the only "different" years.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-21, 12:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,955
Posted By imcorn

Thanks for the article! I have an '87 frame I...

Thanks for the article! I have an '87 frame I plan on re building in the near future (XT 7speed, since i have a group waiting). A lot of info I didn't know, even though I've done a bunch of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-20, 10:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 900
Posted By imcorn

I just found Paul's channel a few weeks ago, and...

I just found Paul's channel a few weeks ago, and it's been my absolute favorite bike related YouTube channel to watch.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-20, 10:07 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 17,343
Posted By imcorn

Not yet I need to add both this and my Ascent...

Not yet I need to add both this and my Ascent Comp still.
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