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05-20-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,584
Posted By jdawginsc

You are just withdrawing a bicycle. You might...

You are just withdrawing a bicycle. You might have another epiphany!
05-20-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 182
Posted By jdawginsc

Geez, that’s a good deal.

Geez, that’s a good deal.
05-20-24, 03:26 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 19,147
Posted By jdawginsc

Good on you RiddleOfSteel Working in a bike...

Good on you RiddleOfSteel

Working in a bike shop was a dream retirement job for me at some point. I was thinking of buying an ice cream truck/van and doing a mobile service, but not yet in the...
05-19-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 340
Views: 19,147
Posted By jdawginsc

Great job! A start is a start!

Great job! A start is a start!
05-19-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 359
Posted By jdawginsc

I was lucky enough to find a cheap Cannondale...

I was lucky enough to find a cheap Cannondale M300, then upgraded. I put slightly thinner Town and Country tires on it, but it is less adept on the road. Put it in the gravel or grassy trails and it...
05-19-24, 03:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 203
Posted By jdawginsc

That 105 group is easily one of the more...

That 105 group is easily one of the more under-rated groups. Only 6 speed, but bomb proof and the brakes have a solid feel for single pivots. Might be first generation SLR I think.

Gave way to the...
05-19-24, 03:26 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 735
Posted By jdawginsc

Haha. I was referring to jdawginsc Dave...!

Haha. I was referring to jdawginsc Dave...!
05-18-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 968,145
Posted By jdawginsc

That Falcon looks great. You are selling it...

That Falcon looks great. You are selling it short. And it is very true to the intent of the era. And it doesn’t care; it just wants to be used!

Joking aside, for the most part, the Raleigh looks...
05-18-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 735
Posted By jdawginsc

Addendum to above, usually it starts with a super...

Addendum to above, usually it starts with a super bargain on a few parts in an ilk...

Problem is it can happen in multiple fronts and then you get in Dave problem collection mode.
05-18-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 735
Posted By jdawginsc

I’ve done it before...Shimano 7400, Campy Chorus...

I’ve done it before...Shimano 7400, Campy Chorus 8/Record 9 speed, SunTour Superbe (future), Tricolor (Oops).
05-18-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 968,145
Posted By jdawginsc

Rattle can special. Took some inspiration from...

Rattle can special. Took some inspiration from past paint schemes you guys have done to the various Jdawgblasphemous brands. Raleigh, Motopecan, Puggits, etc...

The closer I look, the more I see...
05-17-24, 06:28 PM
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Views: 968,145
Posted By jdawginsc

I’m sort of excited about the build/paint. And...

I’m sort of excited about the build/paint. And actually had fun with the citri -strip shenanigans.

Might end up being a keeper...
05-17-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 883
Posted By jdawginsc

The Huffmeister and his Padawan learner. This...

The Huffmeister and his Padawan learner. This thread is going to be awesome!
05-17-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 370
Posted By jdawginsc

Looks a bit different than the Voyager pictured....

Looks a bit different than the Voyager pictured. Were any Travelers around at that point? My Schwinn knowledge is very sparse, but it looks like a lower level model than the Voyager. Stays look a bit...
05-17-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 968,145
Posted By jdawginsc

Blasphemous Raleigh Phase 2.5

Phase 1: Purchase and decision to keep. Toughest phase... ascherer convinced me
Phase 2: Planning and stripping for paint.
...
05-17-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 341
Posted By jdawginsc

No mistake. I’ve seen those and basically they...

No mistake. I’ve seen those and basically they are the same. The metal flexes a bit to fit snuggly and securely.
05-17-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,884
Posted By jdawginsc

You can also file down normal cheap cables but...

You can also file down normal cheap cables but then run the risk of weakening them. And it’s sort of a pain.
05-17-24, 03:44 AM
Replies: 722
Views: 38,594
Posted By jdawginsc

That can’t be for real, can it? Seems to good to...

That can’t be for real, can it? Seems to good to be true...
05-17-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 4,054
Posted By jdawginsc

The critical rub zone is between the chainstays...

The critical rub zone is between the chainstays at the crimp. I am pretty sure that was the limiter for me when considering tire sizes. I think I guesstimated a 32 was the max size.

Also remember,...
05-17-24, 03:28 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 883
Posted By jdawginsc

Firstly, cool fork tools! Second, is my...

Firstly, cool fork tools!

Second, is my guess is that the ovalization of the steering tube was a purposeful attempt to properly misalign the headset at the factory...

When a SN is that long,...
05-16-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 883
Posted By jdawginsc

Yeah, I don’t blame you. I was just kidding in an...

Yeah, I don’t blame you. I was just kidding in an AMCO sort of way!
05-16-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 883
Posted By jdawginsc

Probably collapsed from the weight of the Huffy...

Probably collapsed from the weight of the Huffy after the shoot.
05-16-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 540
Posted By jdawginsc

Maybe the Japanese manufacturer...

Maybe the Japanese manufacturer (Fujita/Belt/Fuji) was just having a bit of fun and messing with the biking world about everyone copying the Campy NR?
05-16-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 883
Posted By jdawginsc

Whoop whoop! Another horror thread has come!...

Whoop whoop! Another horror thread has come! Awesome!!!!

I think Dura Ace AX, modified through trickery to support a 130 spaced, 10 speed Spynergy 4 spoke wheel, with Winspace integrated aero...
05-16-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 529
Posted By jdawginsc

I wonder what year they changed from the origInal...

I wonder what year they changed from the origInal Super (no chrome fork, just the clover leaf panto in the crown and no Colnago on the stay caps... my 1977 is “original” I think, though it DOES have...
05-16-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 540
Posted By jdawginsc

That’s a Fujita Hupel Rider or something....

That’s a Fujita Hupel Rider or something. Japanese brand I believe that was specified for Fuji’s I think, Rob.

Greek letters mean Superb or Super?
05-16-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 4,054
Posted By jdawginsc

This makes my heart happy! When you do...

This makes my heart happy!

When you do finish the gold cabling, you might want a smaller loop to the rear derailleur.
05-16-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,518
Posted By jdawginsc

pending

pending
05-16-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 4,054
Posted By jdawginsc

I don’t think I have used the full on capacity in...

I don’t think I have used the full on capacity in several years. 25s are not friendly to lower pressure usually, but 28s start to be and after 30, especially in the gravel variety, there is no set...
05-16-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,884
Posted By jdawginsc

From another UO-8 mostly. Haha. Those things were...

From another UO-8 mostly. Haha. Those things were tough though. A little cleaning and judicious use of an abrasive will make them serviceable...probably.
05-16-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,884
Posted By jdawginsc

Any pictures of the cups races? That might be...

Any pictures of the cups races? That might be helpful. I have used 3m scrubbers and WD40, then wiped and used bar keeps friend to clean the races pretty decently. Even slightly tracked or pitted,
05-15-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 4,054
Posted By jdawginsc

Haha! Yeah, all ADs were silver brazed if I...

Haha!

Yeah, all ADs were silver brazed if I recall correctly (by hand). Needed venting holes somewhere. They also make fun whistling noises...and catch ghostly apparitions if riding at night.
05-15-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,786
Posted By jdawginsc

Same sentiment as most have opined. There might...

Same sentiment as most have opined. There might be a bike out there I would make original (I have one that is all original...Nishiki TriA...but that is only because I bought it as such and cleaned it...
05-15-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 4,054
Posted By jdawginsc

Looking like you are having a blast!

Looking like you are having a blast!
05-15-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 517
Posted By jdawginsc

Not at all! Mad Honk, you da’ man! Glad it’s...

Not at all! Mad Honk, you da’ man! Glad it’s getting a good home!
05-15-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 517
Posted By jdawginsc

I recognize that! Good call!

I recognize that! Good call!
05-15-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 265
Posted By jdawginsc

A lot of the later 8 speeds will pull the same...

A lot of the later 8 speeds will pull the same for 9 speed. Not sure if this is one or not.

That said, the embossed 9 speed, long cage Mirage (or Veloce, or Avanti) are rare birds to find intact.
05-15-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 740
Posted By jdawginsc

Absolutely worth doing something with. Very cool...

Absolutely worth doing something with. Very cool early large scale frame.
05-15-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,584
Posted By jdawginsc

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_f09146f19d406edaef3acfe11910b3ca5a68c10c.jpg
De-Raleigh-fication process underway!

Citristrip with some course sanding to...
05-15-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 1,928
Views: 112,766
Posted By jdawginsc

Make it a single chainring up front! Drill out...

Make it a single chainring up front! Drill out the brake bridge!

Wheels and chain and cable housings are seriously the best bets for safe weight reduction. You already shaved some grams via the...
05-15-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 740
Posted By jdawginsc

Yep. Honestly, I don’t think Colnago did the MTB...

Yep. Honestly, I don’t think Colnago did the MTB thing as early as this frame seems to be (mid-80s). I’m pretty sure they jumped aboard about the same time Campy did briefly (early 90s).

Rossin,...
05-15-24, 06:47 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,884
Posted By jdawginsc

That bike above (champagne) has some fascinating...

That bike above (champagne) has some fascinating wares attached to it. Brake set Cavalotto is something else.
05-15-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,858
Posted By jdawginsc

Hey stranger! Good to see you back on the boards.

Hey stranger! Good to see you back on the boards.
05-15-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,884
Posted By jdawginsc

Thanks for the journal entries! Really cool, Rob!...

Thanks for the journal entries! Really cool, Rob! I especially liked the cultural stuff. My son is considering a few years in Japan and I am completely supporting it!
05-14-24, 06:25 PM
Replies: 340
Views: 19,147
Posted By jdawginsc

In a “blind leading the blind way...”

In a “blind leading the blind way...”
05-14-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 740
Posted By jdawginsc

Sort of always surprised by restickering the big...

Sort of always surprised by restickering the big brands on what are sometimes nice frames in their own right.

More often than not, I don’t think it is an insidious plot for sales, but maybe a...
05-14-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 306
Posted By jdawginsc

Im guessing this was Sprint non-indexing and a PO...

Im guessing this was Sprint non-indexing and a PO wanted indexed shifting? It would make sense that they exchanged RD, shifters and freewheel to make it work.

As non-indexing goes, Sprint probably...
05-14-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 879
Posted By jdawginsc

It absolutely is, but there are a few other...

It absolutely is, but there are a few other things that provide grits to help the cleaning...and it is much less caustic.
05-14-24, 03:39 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 740
Posted By jdawginsc

No real clue. After the Fauxsin saga, was...

No real clue. After the Fauxsin saga, was somewhat resolved by Lattz and his sleuthing, weirder things have happened!
05-13-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 740
Posted By jdawginsc

It’s a Colnago.

It’s a Colnago.
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