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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 845
Posted By SharpByCoop

What a terrific 'Restomod'. Really cool stuff and...

What a terrific 'Restomod'. Really cool stuff and impeccable handwork. She is one lucky daughter.

Very nice. A deserving display! :thumb:

Coop
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

^^^ SIX water bottles. Cross country ride........

^^^ SIX water bottles. Cross country ride..... :eek:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Test ride!

A final salute as I ride into the sun....

Took a short one-hour ride around town this afternoon. It exceeded expectations. What a privilege to experience.

Made some derailleur adjustments and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

My, my, my.... A Paramount from an ex-employee...

My, my, my.... A Paramount from an ex-employee with Twin Stem shifters..... :thumb:


That guy was a monster. Look at the size of that!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,390
Posted By SharpByCoop

Excellent input. Thank you. I ESPECIALLY...

Excellent input. Thank you.

I ESPECIALLY like the long thread from 2016. SUCH great examples! (Linked from an interesting 2016 thread: How To Photograph a Bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 457
Posted By SharpByCoop

Well, I am REALLY glad to have asked this...

Well, I am REALLY glad to have asked this question. It appears I am not alone in wondering.

I think there are 12 assorted positions in 17 posts. LOL!

Rule 41 in the link from The Velominati...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 802
Posted By SharpByCoop

^^^ Yep. Maybe if SSI wants Bike decals to grow...

^^^ Yep. Maybe if SSI wants Bike decals to grow to 20% of their business, they have to let us commoners in!

:foo: Call first.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,390
Posted By SharpByCoop

Well, I had a great project and utilized my...

Well, I had a great project and utilized my indoor setup again.

it takes me 20-30 mins to get it right before I begin shooting. Fabric, reflectors, sidestand attach, and sweeping the floor. ;)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 802
Posted By SharpByCoop

I chatted with Chris from SSSink at the PUBLIC...

I chatted with Chris from SSSink at the PUBLIC Philadelphia Bike Expo last weekend.

They had a booth and were showing LOTS of displays of their work. (Cycle decals are 15% of their business. They...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 457
Posted By SharpByCoop

Protocol: Axle clamp position or direction

Edit: Quick Release Wheel axle levers.

I am sure there is a 'proper' or traditional way to close these levers.

(Think of displaying a watch: it's nearly ALWAYS 10:10' on the minute and second...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Finished and photographed!

OK, so this took me a while to complete, as anything worthy does.

My theme is Yellow, Silver, Grey, and Black. The color is SO bold it needs to be tamed with neutrals.

Heres what I did:

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 343
Posted By SharpByCoop

BTW, As you would hope, I tightened it firm but...

BTW, As you would hope, I tightened it firm but not tight, and used red Loctite on the nut, and grease on the sides of the bar.

Thanks guys!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 343
Posted By SharpByCoop

Wheel stand 'lock' for polishing

I'm doing a bunch of refurbishing of wheels and rims. Polishing them yeilds SUCH great results. You will agree.

I found it hard to polish rims on my stand. When I used the cloth I want to pull it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,223
Posted By SharpByCoop

Heading to Philadelphia Bike Expo...

Heading to Philadelphia Bike Expo (https://phillybikeexpo.com/) this weekend.
There is a seminar on Vintage bikes. All bikes represented, and I am certain Vintage will be among them.
(I am bringing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,223
Posted By SharpByCoop

^^^ Be still my beating heart! Lemon YELLOW...

^^^ Be still my beating heart!

Lemon YELLOW Paramount? Right up my alley.

You will see soon....

(I have a vintage pair of Campy Tubular rims if you were at all needing...)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,223
Posted By SharpByCoop

I love me some Paramounts. This works. You...

I love me some Paramounts. This works.

You got balls to combine age components. That's a good thing. :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,121
Posted By SharpByCoop

I saw this thread was dismayed... until I checked...

I saw this thread was dismayed... until I checked for myself.

I never saw BIKECATALOGS org. However I do visit BIKEHISTORY ORG often and most of the the catalogs are displayed?

Schwinn Bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-09-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

Schwinn World Voyager

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7657904587574002/

Schwinn World Voyageur. 57 cm ( 23 in) frame. Steel lugged 4130 frame in chrome finish. 27" wheels. 12 speed. - $250
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

I messaged the 'Old Lady' about the PDG Paramount...

I messaged the 'Old Lady' about the PDG Paramount this afternoon.

She was sweet: Someone was already driving two hours to pick it up.

If you are here: Lucky YOU! (Thanks for the temptation!)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

THIS is a screaming good deal. LITERALLY ridden...

THIS is a screaming good deal. LITERALLY ridden by a 'little old lady'. See the post and her seat cover.

I don't need it yet, but because of my affinity for Schwinn's I'm so tempted.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,982
Posted By SharpByCoop

Thanks for the clarity. :thumb: Well, they...

Thanks for the clarity. :thumb:

Well, they are brilliant engineering, and they solve a concern for many (including me) however.....

These are FUGLY. Really out of synch with the Euro look. :eek:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,982
Posted By SharpByCoop

I agree with all: This is a GREAT score. Good...

I agree with all: This is a GREAT score. Good scouting!

Forgive my intrusion... What am I seeing here? Are these an adjunct to the existing brakes, kind of like the extra levers on vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Cleaning progress report. This paint ALONE was...

Cleaning progress report. This paint ALONE was probably the cost of my purchase!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 05:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Thanks for this. Saved. I appreciate the lookout!...

Thanks for this. Saved. I appreciate the lookout! There is a PAIR of similar(?) on eBay for $39 shipped from Italy. I may look there....

EDIT: $35 for a PAIR shipped today from MN USA. I ordered...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

OK, I looked closer as you directed. Well..... ...

OK, I looked closer as you directed. Well.....

It DOES have a month date code: A-80. Early 1980 build? But bike is a 1977?

Also the rivets have a janky tooling mark around EACH one. Like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

pastorbobnlnh merziac Thank you both. I'm...

pastorbobnlnh merziac Thank you both.

I'm simply going to hand paint the rails underneath and call it a day on this. I'm good. 95% better than it was!

Curious at best. I wonder why Brooks would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Not much to go one here. I am certain the...

Not much to go one here. I am certain the carriage wasn't replaced. This is all-original seat, maybe not from this build?

I emailed Brooks with a photo and asked them if they can supply a badge....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

merziac ehcoplex Thanks for the feedback. The...

merziac ehcoplex Thanks for the feedback. The Biketiresdirect link is very useful. I'm hedging toward the continental Super Sports just to mix it up. Has a touch more tread for wet roads?

I do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Progress report: Removing ALL the parts and...

Progress report:

Removing ALL the parts and soaking them in a gallon of Evaporust, and then cleaning and lubing them is gratifying and worthy. Everything cleaned up really fine. See below.

I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Here is an original as-purchased photo of bike...

Here is an original as-purchased photo of bike with red cables. Ugghh. Not for me. Just too much like a carnival.

I'm going with neutral OEM grey or black. Black tires like the other bike shown...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

Hi Friends, Well, I went to bed grousing...

Hi Friends,

Well, I went to bed grousing because of the lack of support for the OEM Schwinn 'Twin Stik' shifters. Then I see POSITIVE responses this AM. THANK YOU!

I have ridden downtube...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,258
Posted By SharpByCoop

1977 Paramount - #2 Restoration - Continued progress

After restoring scads of entry-level Schwinn Suburbans, Varsity's, Superior, and more, I acquired and restored THIS Paramount gem last Fall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

Raleigh Gran Sport Pair: "Vintage matching...

Raleigh Gran Sport Pair:

"Vintage matching his & hers Raleigh Grand Sport bikes. The mens bike has had a light restoration, whilst the women's bike is unrestored. Both bikes will need some tuning...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,048
Posted By SharpByCoop

Good stories and info. Thank you. I DID take...

Good stories and info. Thank you.

I DID take it for a 15 mile ride and it ran as promised.

It will go in my rotation this Summer.

Coop
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,389,607
Posted By SharpByCoop

Yeah at $25 that's a BARGAIN if he responds. Good...

Yeah at $25 that's a BARGAIN if he responds. Good luck.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 15,288
Posted By SharpByCoop

I'm fairly new here, and just saw this...

I'm fairly new here, and just saw this resurrected thread. I didn't think I'd appreciate my Schwinn Superior as much as I do, yet it's NOW my go-to ride.

Serial Number: MH022907 (December 1972)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,390
Posted By SharpByCoop

New subject needing capturing: 1974 Girl's Schwinn Suburban restored by me.

So a few of you wanted MORE bike and LESS background. I get it. OK. I am LIMITED by the size of my space and could not pull my subject away from the draped background much to make a huge effect.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-13-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,390
Posted By SharpByCoop

Siu Blue Wind axelwik cb400bill Thank you ALL! ...

Siu Blue Wind axelwik cb400bill Thank you ALL!

Bill, thanks for this. ^^ Especially keen on that white setup. Beautiful. Same concept also with white foam boards. Never saw that page, yet we...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 21,831
Views: 3,159,475
Posted By SharpByCoop

Norwalk CT, to Vista NY, to Ridgefield CT, back to Norwalk.

Today I bailed on the Early morning Zwift and decided to ride outdoors in the afternoon. Feb 11 in the Northeast is a rare opportunity,

A long ride for me at 32 miles solo and age 70. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-11-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,104
Posted By SharpByCoop

Although not mainstream, I experimented in my...

Although not mainstream, I experimented in my position as a Marine tech on weathered Carbon fiber AND refinished aluminum with glossy floor polish coating.

it goes on easily with rag or sponge and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 21,831
Views: 3,159,475
Posted By SharpByCoop

I'm new to this thread, and this is just BEFORE I...

I'm new to this thread, and this is just BEFORE I put 20 miles on my newly-restored Paramount. (LOVE the gem ^^ two posts up! Hubba hubba!)

Rode the 'Gold Coast' roads in lower Fairfield County CT...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,136
Posted By SharpByCoop

Thank you for posting this and educating me about...

Thank you for posting this and educating me about it. What a terrific job you did. I understand and appreciate your skills..
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-24, 10:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,390
Posted By SharpByCoop

john m flores Great post. Thank you. Much like...

john m flores Great post. Thank you. Much like Mojo31 suggested, having the bike in focus and the blurred background really changes the dynamic. I did not have that space in my narrow basement. Well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 793
Posted By SharpByCoop

Pre-inflate tubular @ 100lbs... That's how I did...

Pre-inflate tubular @ 100lbs... That's how I did it. I referred to an installation video provided by Michelin. I figured they knew better than me. (Jump to 1:47)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 793
Posted By SharpByCoop

Pre-inflate tubular @ 100lbs... That's how I did...

Pre-inflate tubular @ 100lbs... That's how I did it. I referred to an installation video provided by Michelin. I figured they knew better than me.

So far so good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 793
Posted By SharpByCoop

Yeah. I put 100lbs in overnight. I wish I...

Yeah. I put 100lbs in overnight.

I wish I knew better, I took almost ALL the air out of them to mount. it was messy, yet I got it.

Next time I'll leave them inflated just a bit. Like mounting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 793
Posted By SharpByCoop

I just did a pair. first time for me, and it was...

I just did a pair. first time for me, and it was HARD to pull around, even stretched.

i DID expand them according to Calvin on the vid on Park Tool: Put 100lbs of air in them overnight or longer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 802
Posted By SharpByCoop

matejl Thanks for this. I have added it and...

matejl Thanks for this. I have added it and synched my Strava account.

The interface looks VERY clean. I will spend time reviewing soon. Good stuff!

I appreciate your offering and posting.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,235
Posted By SharpByCoop

VegasJen ^^^ Yeah, if you don't have access to a...

VegasJen ^^^ Yeah, if you don't have access to a drill press, leave it to another. However, if you DO....

First I measured from the top of the threads to the other side. (It's 9/16 which is about...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,233
Posted By SharpByCoop

I'll just share I am 5'6" and have a 30" inseam....

I'll just share I am 5'6" and have a 30" inseam. MUCH of my riding is on Zwift. Measurable.

Indoor trainer bike: I modified a pair of spare arms from 175mm to 155mm (Drilling and tapping) on the...
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