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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-17, 08:45 AM
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Posted By w1gfh

R20 spokes

1970...and yes zip ties hold any metal basket. Look in kitchen dept. of stores for small countertop chrome baskets.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-17, 03:48 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4403/35566690503_eb...

https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4403/35566690503_eb5d6e14ef_o.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/WbUzXM)IMAG1478 (https://flic.kr/p/WbUzXM) by w1gfh (https://www.flickr.com/photos/w1gfh/), on Flickr

Heard at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-17, 10:46 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

My Twenty has a 1969 TCW hub and a 1970 serial...

My Twenty has a 1969 TCW hub and a 1970 serial number. The front hub (original) has the oil hole with the band. I upgraded the old steel rims to alloy....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-16, 12:25 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

My 1968 Sports front axle measures 141mm. ...

My 1968 Sports front axle measures 141mm.
https://c7.staticflickr.com/9/8690/28212785710_68dc58a0de_o.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/JZ4UgQ)IMAG1217 (https://flic.kr/p/JZ4UgQ) by w1gfh...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-16, 11:31 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Very true. Nobody really talked about (or thought...

Very true. Nobody really talked about (or thought about) why this was the rule. But as I recall, it was an unspoken understanding. When I was around 14, I just stopped riding my bike. Places I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-16, 10:03 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

^^ When you see all the Public, Pashley, Flying...

^^ When you see all the Public, Pashley, Flying Pidgeon and other clone bikes being marketed, it may seem as if used, vintage Raleighs are a best kept secret.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-16, 02:30 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

I meant to type 10W40, but instead I typed...

I meant to type 10W40, but instead I typed "WD40". What a brain fart. How embarrassing! :p
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-16, 01:18 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

I poured a good amount of WD40 (edit: 10W40....

I poured a good amount of WD40 (edit: 10W40. Duh!) down the seat tube of my 1970 R20 the other day, spun the cranks, and let it seep out onto a rag overnight. The BB is a bit quieter and the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-16, 09:32 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

And I imagine pedaling a bike inside a fall-out...

And I imagine pedaling a bike inside a fall-out shelter might be challenging.

http://www.sturmey-archerheritage.com/images/photos/pic-331-s.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-16, 02:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7399/27304480822_0cb...

https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7399/27304480822_0cb6f12761.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/HANASJ)IMAG1146 (https://flic.kr/p/HANASJ) by w1gfh (https://www.flickr.com/photos/w1gfh/)

Both in front of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-16, 05:50 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

More likely he was riding a 1962...

More likely he was riding a 1962 Sprite...superficially similar to the Lenton Clubman.


http://www.sheldonbrown.com/retroraleighs/images/62-sprite.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-16, 09:14 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

I had a similar "knack" sound the other day, once...

I had a similar "knack" sound the other day, once every rotation while pedaling. My first thought was a frozen link in the chain, or the chain hitting something. It turned out to be the very edge of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-16, 02:20 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Nice Rudge. Interesting it's got the white...

Nice Rudge. Interesting it's got the white "wheelbarrow" hand grips instead of the "torpedo" or "Dare" style. FWIW, I like all 3 styles.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-16, 11:01 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

If you can forgo instant gratification, make an...

If you can forgo instant gratification, make an eBay alert for "vintage bicycle saddlebag". NOS bags come up every once in a while, usually very reasonable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-16, 07:53 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Wow. Nice paint for a 65. Like an old Rolls Royce.

Wow. Nice paint for a 65. Like an old Rolls Royce.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-16, 01:52 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

It seems lots of actresses ride folding bikes....

It seems lots of actresses ride folding bikes. Maybe that's why Ringo bought one.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-16, 12:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/f3/33/5a...

https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/f3/33/5a/f3335ab3416ebd783e9ea1d75b533ed8.jpghttp://40.media.tumblr.com/7db3f87d90d3d011cd3e1b8cc70e37b8/tumblr_nbwb8b6uHJ1qf6o97o1_500.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-16, 08:50 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Never had a Lenton Clubman, but appreciate its...

Never had a Lenton Clubman, but appreciate its classic look. What can you tell us about it? How does it ride?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-16, 08:18 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

I love the Lenton Clubman! I believe it's the one...

I love the Lenton Clubman! I believe it's the one Albert Finney was riding in Saturday Night and Sunday Morning: Film clip (https://youtu.be/M7dXCRM6EOM?t=3m48s)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 04:05 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Vintage hub shiner for me. ...

Vintage hub shiner for me.

https://threespeedmania.files.wordpress.com/2013/04/t2ec16fhjhoe9n3kd3vrbrzh4qt48_20.jpg?w=590
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-16, 12:26 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

The "deadest" feeling bike I ever rode was 1990s...

The "deadest" feeling bike I ever rode was 1990s Specialized "Crossroads". Felt like a ton of bricks, had to push it up steep hills. In comparison, the Sports feels like a springy, lively racer.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-16, 11:44 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Legend has it that welds and lugwork got crappier...

Legend has it that welds and lugwork got crappier in later years. If your 74 Sports frame was flexing a lot you may want to inspect the joints. Some say frames are not to blame, too narrow tires and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

I went to the local ACE hardware and found them...

I went to the local ACE hardware and found them in the bins for 20 cents ea. Thanx for the tip, Neal.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-16, 08:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

New question: I need to service the front hub on...

New question: I need to service the front hub on my 3 speed 68 Sports. Would like to replace and grease the bearings. Can I buy the 3/16" ball bearings (10 each side) somewhere convenient like Ace,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-16, 07:49 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Truly a superb Superbe!

Truly a superb Superbe!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-16, 07:46 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Hooray for Flick and Click functionality!

Hooray for Flick and Click functionality!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-16, 07:24 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

+1 I put a 20T on the Sports and find it's the...

+1
I put a 20T on the Sports and find it's the ideal gearing - at least for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-16, 10:49 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Not sure of the chronology, but Raleighs after 68...

Not sure of the chronology, but Raleighs after 68 or so went to this "metal body with plastic faceplate" trigger:
https://urbanadventureleague.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/s_atriggerdetail.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-16, 10:27 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Those are the ones that are meant to be mounted...

Those are the ones that are meant to be mounted facing down and operated with the thumb.

These are the ones that are meant to be mounted facing up and operated with the index finger....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-16, 06:53 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Love the older shifters. The ones that were made...

Love the older shifters. The ones that were made to be mounted on handlebars facing up have their own distinctive method of operation using the index finger to "pull" down from gear 3-2-1 and "flick"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-16, 12:59 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

521439 Yep, if this is your shift lever, it...

521439
Yep, if this is your shift lever, it looks funked up with rust.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-16, 08:29 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Yes, I could buy a new shifter and have the...

Yes, I could buy a new shifter and have the "butter" experience, but I put up with some imperfections because I enjoy the retro beauty of the older ones.

Sorry, I've never taken an AW hub apart....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-16, 08:02 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

I love the older (mid 1960s) shift lever...

I love the older (mid 1960s) shift lever triggers, but unfortunately they do get worn and can be prone to sticking or sluggishness. I have one that had similar issues. I used a Dremel to grind the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-16, 01:47 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Wow, BigChief, looking good. '64 was a *very good...

Wow, BigChief, looking good. '64 was a *very good year*.

Took my '68 out for its first warm weather/sunny day ride today (yeah, New England weather) in a long time. I was replacing the tube on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-16, 11:06 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

I agree the Raleigh roadster design was intended...

I agree the Raleigh roadster design was intended to be at home on pavement as well as gravel and English dirt country lanes. I wonder, which tires have people found that perform well on both? I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-16, 10:03 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

I agree, for $60, how can you resist the lure of...

I agree, for $60, how can you resist the lure of a Twenty? The dyno lighting is a real find, and I'm sure with a little looking you can source the red tail light lens. I finally got my own 1969...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-15, 07:17 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Strap a basket on the rear carrier and my Twenty...

Strap a basket on the rear carrier and my Twenty becomes a "shopper"...
https://farm1.staticflickr.com/781/22156794444_694f5678a4.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/zKVn4j)IMAG0848 (https://flic.kr/p/zKVn4j) ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-15, 10:34 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Curious Velo Gathering – Bicycle Swap Meet

“Curious Velo Gathering – Bicycle Swap Meet”. Sunday, July 12th from 8.00am to 2.30pm. Parking lot behind 97 Massachusetts Avenue in Lexington, MA (http://www.curiousvelo.com/bicycle-swap-meet/)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-15, 08:21 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

20 x 1.75 (ISO 47-406) steel rims, alloy...

20 x 1.75 (ISO 47-406) steel rims, alloy Altenberger brakes, TCWIII hub

https://c4.staticflickr.com/4/3817/18416931754_b4b30a255c_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/u4rAb7)IMAG0660...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-15, 09:55 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

The 18T sprocket on my Twenty feels a bit "too...

The 18T sprocket on my Twenty feels a bit "too low" for my taste. I may swap it for a 15T.

Also, being new to the Twenty, I'm getting a little confused by wheel options:

• Stock wheels: Steel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-15, 05:34 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

I had a cotter that had the same symptom, an...

I had a cotter that had the same symptom, an audible "click" when pedaling. Turned out the pin was not seated all the way. Hammering was useless. I ended up employing a "makeshift cotter press" by...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-15, 03:50 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Two vise grip pliers and Man Strength? But...

Two vise grip pliers and Man Strength?

But seriously - a simple way to get the indicator rod free from the hub is to unscrew that bolt holding the cable (seen on the right of your pic) and pull...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-15, 05:27 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

453336 Call the midwife!

453336
Call the midwife!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-15, 08:03 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Late 60s caliper brakes. Pinch-bolt cable ends. ...

Late 60s caliper brakes. Pinch-bolt cable ends.

Or maybe you mean rims? Steel rims, please. Kool Stop Continental brake pads do an excellent job on these.

No. 3 speed SA hub with a 22 tooth...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-15, 03:25 PM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

No B66 or dynohub, but working on it. 452925

No B66 or dynohub, but working on it.

452925
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-15, 09:53 AM
Replies: 27,968
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Posted By w1gfh

Raleigh Sports frame (black) from the mid 1960s...

Raleigh Sports frame (black) from the mid 1960s with parts from that era like the standard 3 speed SA hub, classic SA 3 speed shifter with black and red printed logo, white hand grips, white (not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-13, 06:12 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Pearly white vintage hand grips on that Royce...

Pearly white vintage hand grips on that Royce Union please!


300305
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-13, 11:30 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Finally found the headlamp of my dreams, a 1960's...

Finally found the headlamp of my dreams, a 1960's Elite. Now hunting for a 3V LED bulb with an E10 screw-type base to replace the relatively dim tungsten bulb. (Never satisfied!)
298759
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-12, 05:28 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Crikey! Is that an oil lantern?

Crikey! Is that an oil lantern?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-12, 07:19 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,532,863
Posted By w1gfh

Wow, never seen a bag like that with an embossed...

Wow, never seen a bag like that with an embossed leather Raleigh logo; very distinctive. Is it a Raleigh OEM bag, a custom product, or a one-off?
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