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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-13, 11:32 PM
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Posted By jedge76

I finally got around to installing new hand grips...

I finally got around to installing new hand grips on my Superbe. The original grips were leaving the palms of my hands black and I decided to preserve them instead of waiting till they were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-12, 02:31 PM
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Posted By jedge76

Hey everyone, Going to do a little crowd...

Hey everyone,

Going to do a little crowd sourcing here knowing that there are a lot of really knowledgeable 3 speeder enthusiasts in this forum...my brother has a Phillips that is a bit of a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-12, 10:56 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Temperature relief is on it's way! Looks like a...

Temperature relief is on it's way! Looks like a fun project, be sure to keep posting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-12, 09:48 PM
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Posted By jedge76

Great journal Tom! Fixies are still in. lol I'll...

Great journal Tom! Fixies are still in. lol I'll be following your progress with the photos. Again, great idea!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-12, 09:43 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Hey Tom, I'm around checking this thread every...

Hey Tom, I'm around checking this thread every now and again. No problem at all, I'll post a pic below or I can send a higher resolution photo if you'd like? After looking at my most recent photos,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-12, 10:38 PM
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Posted By jedge76

Thanks for the lead. I hadn't heard of this group...

Thanks for the lead. I hadn't heard of this group before so I will definitely be looking into it :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-12, 10:35 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Only saw a few drops of rain and this is probably...

Only saw a few drops of rain and this is probably because I took out a proper British bicycle with mudguards and a 3 speed hub... had I taken out something that had no mudguards there is a certain...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-12, 10:22 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Sixty Fiver...I'm really enjoying your blog. I've...

Sixty Fiver...I'm really enjoying your blog. I've just begun to peruse, but my interest is peaked.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-12, 10:13 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Cool. Think I'll order a set, they're priced...

Cool. Think I'll order a set, they're priced pretty nicely, too.

I would love to see a Pepin-style ride in the area. That's a great idea as there isn't anything in the central California area...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-12, 10:15 PM
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Posted By jedge76

I might have to see how those handlebar grips...

I might have to see how those handlebar grips would look on a green Superbe. You mentioned that the components fit fairly tightly with the Cardiffs on there, does that make it more difficult for you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-12, 12:55 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Lots of nice saddle bag/bike combos out there....

Lots of nice saddle bag/bike combos out there. Thanks for all the photos.:thumb:

I like the Carradice, especially the Barley and the Nelson, and that Brooks sure has a classy look. Maybe the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-12, 11:24 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

I've seen those tires on the Surly website. I...

I've seen those tires on the Surly website. I can't believe there's a large rock or average sized automobile you couldn't roll right over with that bike.


Anyone have a photos of a vintage styled...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-11, 07:05 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

:) That's a real big help. I'll check and...

:)

That's a real big help. I'll check and adjust those cones, maybe after I take a look at the blog post you sent me. I really appreciate the extra info as well as your own opinion.



Nope,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-11, 04:23 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

The Dunelt sounds pretty cool. A 4 speed, eh?...

The Dunelt sounds pretty cool. A 4 speed, eh? That would be nice, though I know you're in a similar environment as I am--straight and flat for the most part. Single speed country! I hope that DL-1...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-11, 06:30 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

I hope to make a 20 my next ride. "Do you only...

I hope to make a 20 my next ride. "Do you only ride it on the sidewalk?" --Hahaha!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-11, 01:42 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Cool, thanks Tom. SixtFiver, I never get...

Cool, thanks Tom.

SixtFiver, I never get tired of looking at the 20's that you get and revamp. I really dig those bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-11, 12:44 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Hey Tom, BTW, thanks for all of your help...

Hey Tom,

BTW, thanks for all of your help last year.

The Delta Cruisers have crossed my mind several times. Thanks for the heads up on those. I have heard that the Col de la Vie's are super...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-11, 11:23 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Thanks Aaron and curb...I've look at the...

Thanks Aaron and curb...I've look at the Panacer's before. What makes them so popular? They look like a great fit, though the price is a up there. I may just wait for them to be restocked.



I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-11, 01:18 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

It's been a while since I posted in this forum....

It's been a while since I posted in this forum. Some of you may remember me asking a lot of Raleigh questions last summer as I searched for the right Raleigh.

I ride this bike daily and it seems...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-10, 11:07 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

I enjoyed this read. I was thinking of doing the...

I enjoyed this read. I was thinking of doing the exact same thing, you beat me to it! I'll keep this in my favorites as I look forward to the next ride. Great stuff!

Oh, and I was born in W....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-10, 05:44 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

It's shifting fine now...I think you were right...

It's shifting fine now...I think you were right about too much oil. Another poster mentioned the dirt and grime that adding the oil may have caused, too. It seems like a decent amount of riding and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-10, 09:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

What happens is that I go to shift from say 2nd...

What happens is that I go to shift from say 2nd to 1st, it just won't go. I push on the shifter and it won't go even w/ a little extra push than normal. Like you said, it seems like there's too much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-10, 08:41 PM
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Posted By jedge76

Here's the oil I used:

Here's the oil I used:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-10, 08:35 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

That sounds plausible. Thanks for the advice. I...

That sounds plausible. Thanks for the advice. I have a feeling I may have added too much. Is that a possibility and, if so, would WD-40 be a good way to flush some of it out? I really appreciate...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-10, 07:32 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

I may have done something stupid. I added several...

I may have done something stupid. I added several drops of oil to my SA today. The oil is formulated for 4-cycle lawn mowers and seems somewhere in between 10W-30 and 4-in-1 oils. When I went to ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-10, 04:02 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Agreed, t-shirts. I like the added texture. Adds...

Agreed, t-shirts. I like the added texture. Adds to the vintage nature of the bicycle. Nice work! I never have taken a graphic design approach in CS3--I have a lot of respect for the job you did.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

It's nice having that kind of knowledge to lean...

It's nice having that kind of knowledge to lean on. I know I've needed/used it in the past and am happy to see and hear that the project went so well. And good for you going beyond flowers and bath...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-10, 09:02 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Roger--that's a beautiful thing you did! And it...

Roger--that's a beautiful thing you did! And it looks like the restoration went perfectly!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-10, 09:00 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Really? I did not know this. From the top of the...

Really? I did not know this. From the top of the seat tube I guess?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-10, 10:59 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Thanks Tom...and I will try dropping some oil...

Thanks Tom...and I will try dropping some oil into the BB. Didn't know of that. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-10, 07:40 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

I decided not to mess with the BB. It turns...

I decided not to mess with the BB. It turns smooth so I'll save hammering or pressing that cotter till a later date. Overhauled the front hub and head set.

It rolls so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-10, 04:42 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

What's everyone's technique for removing a...

What's everyone's technique for removing a stubborn cotter pin?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-10, 11:22 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

I think they're about the same weight...doesn't...

I think they're about the same weight...doesn't matter anymore once it gets to 40 lbs.! lol I love the old Chicago Racers and this one looks to have a lot of potential.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-10, 04:59 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

I really does boggle the mind when you look at...

I really does boggle the mind when you look at other bikes from the past and present. The SA "clicks" right along and I don't hear any abnormal noises, at least that I can tell. I'm probably over...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-10, 04:50 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Good point AL. That would probably be overkill...

Good point AL. That would probably be overkill and a little too heavy in the climate I live in. Yes, we have a dry climate w/ pretty mild winters (no snow at all). You're right on and I appreciate...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-10, 10:28 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Thanks to everyone for the insight. My bike...

Thanks to everyone for the insight. My bike arrived today and it is really stellar, at least appearance wise. Seems like it's spent a lot of time sitting in a comfy spot while not acquiring many...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-10, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

What kinds of maintenance items would be atop...

What kinds of maintenance items would be atop your guys' lists if you were unsure of the maintenance record of the 3-speed Raleigh you just acquired. I was thinking of looking into the repacking the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-10, 11:02 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Aaron--how much are you riding your Sports these...

Aaron--how much are you riding your Sports these days? Thirty-thousand miles is impressive, to say the least!

There doesn't seem to be too many things, including the fender braces as you astutely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-10, 10:47 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

As a photographer, I can't wait to take my own...

As a photographer, I can't wait to take my own photos of this bike. But here are a few in the interim. The bike shop that shipped the bike was raving to me about the bike itself and the shape it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-10, 10:33 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Ok...a friend of mine found a '56 Rudge Sports....

Ok...a friend of mine found a '56 Rudge Sports. He said it's in great shape and was surprised the hub read '56 b/c it looked so clean. I have no pictures as he is in Jersey, but what would you think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-10, 09:21 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

I've ridden a 5-speed Schwinn Suburban and Nirve...

I've ridden a 5-speed Schwinn Suburban and Nirve Fifty Three cruiser recently. I think the Nirve has to weigh in at around 60 lbs. That's the idea for me, to go a bit slower and take in the ride so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-10, 08:08 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Thank you very much and the photos will be around...

Thank you very much and the photos will be around soon!



Pure Energy Cycling in Lambertville is boxing and shipping the bike. Not sure of the shipper just yet as it will leave tomorrow, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-10, 03:29 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Thanks! I settled on the '72 Superbe on found on...

Thanks! I settled on the '72 Superbe on found on Craigslist. The ad has been taken down since, but I'll have plenty of pics soon enough. Should be here late next week or early the following week....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-10, 10:39 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

It would seem that way. These bikes seem so...

It would seem that way. These bikes seem so numerous on the east coast, and the midwest to some degree. That's what I've found when I was looking.

Like I said, I'll keep my eyes open. Yesterday...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-10, 01:13 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Thanks for all your info and advice Tom....

Thanks for all your info and advice Tom. Hopefully, in a week or so, I'll be posting pics of my new ride. Just hope I have time to take photos cause I'll be riding the hell out of that thing!

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-10, 11:35 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By jedge76

Spot on mkeller...I called him about some higher...

Spot on mkeller...I called him about some higher resolution photos and he's going to send some tomorrow. I'll see what comes of that as well...good point.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-10, 10:53 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

I know this may be over-paying, but considering I...

I know this may be over-paying, but considering I sold my Giant road bike for an arm and a leg (as well as some money), I think I can go out and get exactly what I want. The guy said he will ship and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-10, 06:57 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Can you see the skyline from where you're at? I...

Can you see the skyline from where you're at? I remember playing baseball night games in high school and you could see the Philly skyline. Kind of cool, even though it's Philly!!

I will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-10, 12:03 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Funny you should mention that. I've lived in...

Funny you should mention that. I've lived in several places growing up and into my adulthood. I lived in South Jersey from '89 to '97. I graduated from Camden Catholic in Cherry Hill in 1995. I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-10, 03:26 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,536,492
Posted By jedge76

Ahhh. that makes sense...a little more simplicity.

Ahhh. that makes sense...a little more simplicity.
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