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Posted By CroMo Mike

I'm just hoping someone doesn't try to hang 1x12...

I'm just hoping someone doesn't try to hang 1x12 gearing and fat tires on my Colnago.
02-23-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 609
Posted By CroMo Mike

I patched a tubular tire puncture with slime. The...

I patched a tubular tire puncture with slime. The next day I pumped it to full pressure then bent over to get a close look. At that moment the slime blasted out of the puncture and directly into my...
02-04-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 202
Posted By CroMo Mike

The device should be applied on the thin butted...

The device should be applied on the thin butted section and the chart for 1.8 used.
02-03-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 685
Posted By CroMo Mike

I use old t-shirts or bundled rags from Harbor...

I use old t-shirts or bundled rags from Harbor Fright, or Bounty. Never wash 'em, just toss the dirty ones. I've always heard that oily rags can spontaneously combust, so I avoid storing greasy rags...
02-01-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 444
Posted By CroMo Mike

2nd dibs please.

2nd dibs please.
01-30-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,034
Posted By CroMo Mike

Set yourself free... Toss it in the dumpster and...

Set yourself free... Toss it in the dumpster and move on. It's given all it had to give.
01-30-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 715
Posted By CroMo Mike

Grind off the face of the socket. You'll be...

Grind off the face of the socket. You'll be surprised how quickly a benchtop belt or disc sander will do it.
01-19-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 912
Posted By CroMo Mike

. I remember the day I got to work and realized...

. I remember the day I got to work and realized I was wearing two wrist watches. And the day I came in wearing my old grubby topsider loafers instead of the usual dress shoes. Now I don't have to...
01-07-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 558
Posted By CroMo Mike

Lease a minivan.

Lease a minivan.
12-17-23, 10:24 AM
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Views: 4,619,547
Posted By CroMo Mike

Notwithstanding, as sometimes used in legalese.

Notwithstanding, as sometimes used in legalese.
12-13-23, 06:07 PM
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Views: 708
Posted By CroMo Mike

Would I trust them? Nope. Too much air, not ...

Would I trust them? Nope. Too much air, not enough aluminum.
11-19-23, 04:36 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,127
Posted By CroMo Mike

If you spread that bar clamp too far open, the...

If you spread that bar clamp too far open, the stem is likely to crack and break later.
11-15-23, 02:19 PM
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Views: 4,619,547
Posted By CroMo Mike

Buy both. Start a collection.

Buy both. Start a collection.
10-13-23, 04:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,054
Posted By CroMo Mike

Fork's bent.

Fork's bent.
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By CroMo Mike

Search eBay for skip tooth bicycle chain. Crazy...

Search eBay for skip tooth bicycle chain. Crazy prices, even for old, dirty, and rusty ones.
06-04-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1,898
Views: 99,986
Posted By CroMo Mike

Surely this isn't the end. Thanks for involving...

Surely this isn't the end. Thanks for involving us all in your adventure.
05-13-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 409
Posted By CroMo Mike

OP's chain is using a snap clip master link. ...

OP's chain is using a snap clip master link. Nothing to me, but might not play well with a derailleur setup.
05-11-23, 04:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 409
Posted By CroMo Mike

Beautiful bike. The chain appears to be a 1/8"...

Beautiful bike. The chain appears to be a 1/8" (track, fixie, bmx) chain.
05-10-23, 05:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,181
Posted By CroMo Mike

Mr. non-fixie, you are an evil man!

Mr. non-fixie, you are an evil man!
05-07-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,631
Posted By CroMo Mike

Welcome to C&V, Jim.

Welcome to C&V, Jim.
05-05-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,014
Posted By CroMo Mike

Ebay Gates Carbon Belt Drive QR Snubber Guide for...

Ebay Gates Carbon Belt Drive QR Snubber Guide for Rolhoff Hubs Speedhubs CDECDQ | eBay...
05-03-23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 947
Posted By CroMo Mike

Oh yes, the summer of '73. Life was simpler...

Oh yes, the summer of '73. Life was simpler then. Ride on, Duck.
04-02-23, 07:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 581
Posted By CroMo Mike

April Fool's Day? :lol:

April Fool's Day? :lol:
03-25-23, 02:19 PM
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Views: 99,986
Posted By CroMo Mike

I wonder how this bike will feel and handle when...

I wonder how this bike will feel and handle when it's finished....
Don't modify any Campy parts to make them fit, just in case you want to go back.
03-15-23, 04:53 PM
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Posted By CroMo Mike

Mill out a big hole in the shape of a clover in...

Mill out a big hole in the shape of a clover in the underside of the bottom bracket.
03-09-23, 07:02 PM
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Posted By CroMo Mike

Tire size and pressure.

Tire size and pressure.
02-05-23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 748
Posted By CroMo Mike

Is that on one of those bikeshare bikes?

Is that on one of those bikeshare bikes?
Replies: 12
Views: 9,607
Posted By CroMo Mike

:lol::lol: Now that right there was funny.

:lol::lol: Now that right there was funny.
01-26-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,466
Posted By CroMo Mike

You're probably right.

You're probably right.
01-25-23, 08:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,466
Posted By CroMo Mike

Here's his derailleur. Note that the limit...

Here's his derailleur. Note that the limit screws hit the shaft, not the arm.

...
01-25-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,466
Posted By CroMo Mike

Originally Posted by CroMo Mike View Post...

Originally Posted by CroMo Mike View Post (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1266693-does-1mm-really-matter.html#post22779983)
I'm not familiar with that front derailleur but it looks like...
01-24-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,466
Posted By CroMo Mike

I'm not familiar with that front derailleur but...

I'm not familiar with that front derailleur but it looks like the linkage is out of sorts.
01-24-23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,154
Posted By CroMo Mike

Barn Find: Covered in many years accumulation of...

Barn Find: Covered in many years accumulation of dust, mildew, and unspeakably disgusting insect and animal droppings.

Peugeot PX-10: UO-8

Lightweight: Lighter than a Varsity.

Patina: See...
01-24-23, 03:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,154
Posted By CroMo Mike

Needs tubes: Tires are flat from sitting and I...

Needs tubes: Tires are flat from sitting and I don't have a tire pump.
Fork's not bent: Fork and frame are bent.
Slight surface rust: You'll need a tetanus shot.
Needs TLC: All the love in the...
01-09-23, 08:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 627
Posted By CroMo Mike

Some of them go on Ebay at real high prices.

Some of them go on Ebay at real high prices.
12-17-22, 07:35 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,283
Posted By CroMo Mike

Yes, intentionally. My son and I get a laugh...

Yes, intentionally. My son and I get a laugh every time we drive past Advance auto parts and see the sign in the window. "Free loaner tools" :-)
12-17-22, 04:21 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 6,283
Posted By CroMo Mike

Loaner tools = for bike guys with no friends.

Loaner tools = for bike guys with no friends.
11-27-22, 10:29 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,460
Posted By CroMo Mike

Welcome back, Jen. We hope you continue to mend...

Welcome back, Jen. We hope you continue to mend and ride.
11-16-22, 03:26 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 8,626
Posted By CroMo Mike

Last week I was setting up new-to-me frame and...

Last week I was setting up new-to-me frame and found the 27.2 Super Record Campy seat
post wouldn't go in but an inch. Meanwhile, another recent build bike had another 27.2 Campy post that has a...
10-24-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,741
Posted By CroMo Mike

:) :)

:) :)
10-24-22, 05:07 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,741
Posted By CroMo Mike

Honk, PM sent on the Masi.

Honk, PM sent on the Masi.
10-16-22, 09:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 997
Posted By CroMo Mike

Great transformation! Bravo!

Great transformation! Bravo!
10-15-22, 04:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 907
Posted By CroMo Mike

The half-way point of an 80-mile club ride. A...

The half-way point of an 80-mile club ride. A McDonalds at 11:00 AM. Just before they change over from breakfast to lunch. I got a hotcakes, sausage, and potato hash brown. When that was gone, I...
10-14-22, 05:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,105
Posted By CroMo Mike

Some regular socks are too thick to fit in proper...

Some regular socks are too thick to fit in proper cycling shoes.
10-12-22, 11:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,493
Posted By CroMo Mike

I voted for thin ice, but at least you didn't...

I voted for thin ice, but at least you didn't open a zombie thread. :bike2:

Actually, congratulations are in order. I don't think I could create a poll if I tried.
09-27-22, 08:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 501
Posted By CroMo Mike

Very sad news!

Very sad news!
09-25-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,428
Posted By CroMo Mike

Paint it black. Everything. Flat matte or gloss.

Paint it black. Everything. Flat matte or gloss.
09-22-22, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,237
Posted By CroMo Mike

Ahh... the fall line rapids on the Rappahannock...

Ahh... the fall line rapids on the Rappahannock River at Fredericksburg.
09-07-22, 04:11 PM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,309
Posted By CroMo Mike

Don't worry. Their LIPO batteries will die soon,...

Don't worry. Their LIPO batteries will die soon, just like LIPOs in other gadgets, and they will be too expensive to replace. Then the e-bikes will be relegated to the basements or garages, two flat...
Replies: 4
Views: 395
Posted By CroMo Mike

Appears to be a Japanese-made bike in excellent...

Appears to be a Japanese-made bike in excellent condition. It has what were very good Japanese components at the time. The rear gear cable needs to be sorted. Tubular (sew-up) tires. Little to no...
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