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Forum: Folding Bikes
01-19-12, 12:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,341
Posted By thebikeguy

Anyone hear of a Raleigh Denim?

I found this little bike and was curious about it. It is a 1980 Raleigh Denim, looks like an R20 but doesn't fold. It has 18 inch tires and is SA 3-speed. The bike is ion excellent original condition...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-12, 12:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 856
Posted By thebikeguy

Anyone have a bike sold right out from under them?

I was riding one of my bikes(1973 CCM Elan) and a gentleman stopped and asked if I would sell him the bike because he had one just like it. I told him no but he kept on insisting. He finally started...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-12, 12:16 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 10,543
Posted By thebikeguy

I never gave it much thought until I read this...

I never gave it much thought until I read this thread. My main problem is that I don't like to see things go to waste. Other than the 120 vintage bikes(from 14 countries), I have 2 antique...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-08, 12:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,133
Posted By thebikeguy

I don't think it's going to be possible to remove...

I don't think it's going to be possible to remove the tyres without destroying them.Maybe you can heat them up so they become pliable enough to remove but you may not have to if you have to true the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-08, 08:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,554
Posted By thebikeguy

I have received many bikes for free but I would...

I have received many bikes for free but I would have to say this is the nicest one.It's a 1971 CCM Grand Sports 5speed that is in amazing original condition.Still has the original tubes,tires and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-08, 05:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,133
Posted By thebikeguy

Nice find.It looks VERY similar to this 1967...

Nice find.It looks VERY similar to this 1967 Raleigh Lion trike I found at a garage sale.Frames a little different design but the rest looks identical.Hope you post some pics when you have it done....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-08, 05:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 539
Posted By thebikeguy

It could also be that the tire is not beaded...

It could also be that the tire is not beaded correctly.Some tires don't fit as well as others.
You should be able to "eye-ball" the trueness on the bike.Just watch where the brake pads line up with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-08, 10:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 964
Posted By thebikeguy

Hey Ratpick.Check out this...

Hey Ratpick.Check out this site.....http://www.thecabe.com/ (http://www.thecabe.com/)......they're into old Shelbys.Good hunting.
There are quite a few into the lightweights here but there are a few...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-08, 10:43 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 80,317
Posted By thebikeguy

Hey Squirtsdad.Welcome to the best forum:).Based...

Hey Squirtsdad.Welcome to the best forum:).Based on the serial number it was built in 1971.The CCM Tandem is fairly heavy bike but alot of fun.Does yours have the "blade forks"?I swapped in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-08, 10:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 519
Posted By thebikeguy

There's alot of people in the know...

There's alot of people in the know here......http://www.thecabe.com/ (http://www.thecabe.com/)
Hope it helps.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-08, 04:01 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,573
Posted By thebikeguy

I find the level of snobbery is generally related...

I find the level of snobbery is generally related to the amount of $ spent.Not exclusively just the roadies.
I ride Raleigh and CCM 3 and 5speed middleweights from the 1950s/60s/70s,so I get looked...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-08, 02:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 584
Posted By thebikeguy

Steel wool(#0000 or super fine) followed with a...

Steel wool(#0000 or super fine) followed with a buffing with Mother's Chrome Polish works for me in cleaning up any surface rust on chrome.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-08, 05:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,794
Posted By thebikeguy

With old dried out tires you should go easy on...

With old dried out tires you should go easy on the air pressure.It doesn't take much to pop them(personal experience:eek:).
I'd try 30-35 psi MAX.If this isn't hard enough for you,you may want to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-08, 06:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,624
Posted By thebikeguy

It's so the bike sounds like it has a motor.Not...

It's so the bike sounds like it has a motor.Not terribly good for the tightness of the spokes though.:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-08, 09:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,786
Posted By thebikeguy

IT IS!! Someone's f@#king with us.:)

IT IS!! Someone's f@#king with us.:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-08, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,308
Posted By thebikeguy

It sounds as if the bearings need to be cleaned...

It sounds as if the bearings need to be cleaned and inspected.If everything looks ok then regrease and reassemble.
The problem might be that most new bikes are sold with minimal grease in the hubs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-08, 08:00 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,308
Posted By thebikeguy

Looks to be in great shape.A cotter pin is easily...

Looks to be in great shape.A cotter pin is easily replaced(only a couple of $).Hopefully the the crankshaft wasn't damaged from that bolt in there.I would guess the bike to be from the mid to late...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-08, 12:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,319
Posted By thebikeguy

Also known as "The Chrome Bird of...

Also known as "The Chrome Bird of Happiness".:)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-08, 12:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,642
Posted By thebikeguy

Thanks for the recommendation EastHill but I'm...

Thanks for the recommendation EastHill but I'm not that versed on the CCM road bikes.T-mar would be the man to answer any questions you may have on your Mistral.The best I can add is look here(...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-08, 05:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,518
Posted By thebikeguy

I'd try swapping the axle before filing the fork...

I'd try swapping the axle before filing the fork drop outs.IMHO:)
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-18-08, 05:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,321
Posted By thebikeguy

They certainly make for a much cleaner look.I...

They certainly make for a much cleaner look.I also find it easier to manage when folded and putting it in the trunk of a car.Easier to grab a hold of it.With the single speed,if you find the right...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-08, 10:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,820
Posted By thebikeguy

Thanks for the info.Where did the Tour de Monde...

Thanks for the info.Where did the Tour de Monde fit in?Is this a rare bike and any idea of the value?I'm not looking to sell it,just interested in learning more about it.Thanks again T-Mar, you da...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-08, 06:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,820
Posted By thebikeguy

1984 CCM road bike made in France

I have a 1984 CCM 12speed roadbike that I'm looking for some help in identifying.It has a sticker on the chainstay proclaiming Made in France.
It has 501 tubing(sticker is in French),Maillard alloy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-08, 03:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,808
Posted By thebikeguy

I came across this chain tool at a garage...

I came across this chain tool at a garage sale.Cost me $2.I have used the small screw-type tools and this one is way easier to use.I'd definatly recommend it if you have to work on chains....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-08, 12:27 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,465
Posted By thebikeguy

The 2 things I'd be concerned with(if I was...

The 2 things I'd be concerned with(if I was remotely interested) is.....

1. What will the system use as a sensor so it knows what gear it is in and where the next gear is?I run a printing press...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-08, 10:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,427
Posted By thebikeguy

If the fork was bent it wouldn't have changed...

If the fork was bent it wouldn't have changed when you flipped the wheel.
It's not the axle.It would have been closer to the left fork(the exact opposite),not closer to the right after reversing it....
Forum: Commuting
03-07-08, 07:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 6,335
Posted By thebikeguy

You don't need a new bike.You can adjust your...

You don't need a new bike.You can adjust your existing bike to help eliminate the problem.I've had that problem when wearing snow boots.
Try raising the seat a bit more so you are pedalling with the...
Forum: Commuting
03-07-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,908
Posted By thebikeguy

Crosstown Traffic-Jimi Hendrix:D

Crosstown Traffic-Jimi Hendrix:D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-08, 03:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,427
Posted By thebikeguy

??? I don't think he mentiones they were CF. OP...

??? I don't think he mentiones they were CF.
OP are the forks CF??
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-08, 02:57 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,465
Posted By thebikeguy

That's the thing,we have accepted the fact that...

That's the thing,we have accepted the fact that you would like the new system.No one's trying to tell you not to use it.They are just giving their opinions(as you are).Their view just differs from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-08, 02:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,047
Posted By thebikeguy

I think that it would work but I'd be concerned...

I think that it would work but I'd be concerned about it slipping out of gear at the wrong time.I highly doubt that any modern indexed shifting would match up.The best thing I can say is give it a...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-07-08, 01:05 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,179
Posted By thebikeguy

That's what I love about cycling.The parking.I...

That's what I love about cycling.The parking.I tell everyone that I get better parking than the handicapped parking.:D
I have a kickstand on all my bikes so I usually park RIGHT at the door.Doesn't...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-06-08, 11:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 802
Posted By thebikeguy

I've found that if I feel crappy and I push my...

I've found that if I feel crappy and I push my self to ride,by the time I get to work I'm feeling alot better.I don't know if there's magic healing powers to biking.Maybe it's the sweating and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-06-08, 11:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,063
Posted By thebikeguy

Have you seen Sammyboy's thread?He seems to have...

Have you seen Sammyboy's thread?He seems to have a handle on what works for the Twenty.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-06-08, 10:53 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,179
Posted By thebikeguy

I've been at it so long,it's just the same old...

I've been at it so long,it's just the same old same old.I get more of a reaction if I don't ride my bike.
The one pub I frequent gives me an Irish coffee(on the house) when it's really crappy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-08, 10:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,468
Posted By thebikeguy

Nice find.That doesn't look to be all that...

Nice find.That doesn't look to be all that bad.The frame/paint looks to be ok.You can always find the rest(chrome bits)easy enough.Just find a decent donour (single)bike for the...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-06-08, 08:59 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,179
Posted By thebikeguy

This is the main hinderance from getting people...

This is the main hinderance from getting people out of their cars.They can't do without the creature comforts that driving affords.It STILL boils down to laziness.Pure laziness.
Ahem(holding hand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-08, 07:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,427
Posted By thebikeguy

How does the bike ride no-hands?The forks might...

How does the bike ride no-hands?The forks might be bent.Also sounds like your handlebars are a bit crooked.That's an easy adjustment to remedy.
You can try loosing the nut on the wheel(opposite the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-08, 07:43 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,465
Posted By thebikeguy

+1 Just wait until THAT screws up.You're gonna...

+1
Just wait until THAT screws up.You're gonna have to be a electronic's wizard to figure it out.
That won't help you on the side of the road.
It is a fact that batteries don't like the cold....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-03-08, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,697
Posted By thebikeguy

Check to make sure that the BB is free and easy...

Check to make sure that the BB is free and easy rolling.Would be better with Sturmey Archer or Shimano 3speed hub:DYou'll need to find a hub with the coaster brake.I just noticed that there's nowhere...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-08, 09:45 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,927
Posted By thebikeguy

On a larger scale.For 14 years of living car free...

On a larger scale.For 14 years of living car free and commuting by bike,I've saved over $80,000.That's right,over $80,000.So there is alot to be saved($)and alot gained(health)by using the bicycle as...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-08, 09:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,371
Posted By thebikeguy

Good luck and HAVE A BALL!If you find the...

Good luck and HAVE A BALL!If you find the conditions get a little too hairy with the knobbies,you can play with air pressure to gain traction.Just the front though.You don't want too much rolling...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 08:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,174
Posted By thebikeguy

If you don't bring the bike into the house,you...

If you don't bring the bike into the house,you don't need a folder.Get yourself a half decent cheap mtn bike(you can find them for $20-$50)and just lock it up outside at home.Because I don't know if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-08, 06:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,331
Posted By thebikeguy

You'll probably find that it will loosen up the...

You'll probably find that it will loosen up the more you ride it as well.Get everything working again.That's the worst thing you can do to a Sturmey hub,is let it sit for a long time.Just think what...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 06:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,697
Posted By thebikeguy

I have one very similiar.They are decent little...

I have one very similiar.They are decent little bikes.Sturdily made,but not very light.
The one in the pic is a single speed w?coaster brake(pedal back to stop).It looks to be in great shape.
I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 06:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,510
Posted By thebikeguy

Cool!Thanks.:beer:I should have known that...

Cool!Thanks.:beer:I should have known that Sheldon's site would have the answer.
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 05:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,103
Posted By thebikeguy

For starters,the 26" wheels would be much better...

For starters,the 26" wheels would be much better for the varied terrain you will be riding on.Will be a MUCH smoother riding bike.But,I don't know how small they would fold down to.Might be...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 04:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,697
Posted By thebikeguy

There were alot of different manufacturersof...

There were alot of different manufacturersof folding bikes in the 70s.You're going to have to give us more to go on.Do you have a pic(sorry EastHill:))Do you know what any of the components are?
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 04:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,510
Posted By thebikeguy

What size cog did you put on it?And maybe,if you...

What size cog did you put on it?And maybe,if you don't mind,could you explain"gear inches"to me.?I've heard the term but never get it much thought.I've usually just made do with the gearing the bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-02-08, 11:36 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,510
Posted By thebikeguy

:roflmao: No,I think top rpm is somewhere...

:roflmao:
No,I think top rpm is somewhere around 65.With the Sturmey Archer AW hub I have no problems keeping a good speed.The only places it is limited is on the hills.They are heavy little bikes....
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