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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,138
Posted By obuckler

Regarding the weight quoted in the chart for...

Regarding the weight quoted in the chart for Monthlery Route (420 g): I’ve built up two wheelsets with this rim. Weighed each rim at 400g +/- maybe 2g.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,330
Posted By obuckler

———— Yes it does. “ sbarner ”...

————

Yes it does.

“ sbarner ” commented on this issue on velobase in detail. Think he is active here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,330
Posted By obuckler

Beautiful bike. On the 3T Record stem, it...

Beautiful bike.

On the 3T Record stem, it would be interesting to know if it has the same compression crack my two 3T Record stems do?

I ride one of them and observation shows the crack has not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,799
Posted By obuckler

Thanks for clarifying. Makes sense if that is an...

Thanks for clarifying. Makes sense if that is an issue.

Mileage varies (;-).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 748
Posted By obuckler

That video guy is clueless. He says pre-stretch...

That video guy is clueless. He says pre-stretch first (good advice). but he just airs up a loose tire— not mounted on a rim. He just airs it up. That is not pre-stretching!

And he doesn’t even air...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 748
Posted By obuckler

Your comment about the tire turning inside out...

Your comment about the tire turning inside out makes it sound like you aired the tire up before you mounted it?

if that’s the case, you will find it easier to mount with just a slight bit of air...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,799
Posted By obuckler

Everyone has their own way of doing things…but I...

Everyone has their own way of doing things…but I am having a hard time envisioning how you can mount a tire AND need to use zip ties?

There must be tons of video showing the procedure.

Body...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 10:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,668
Posted By obuckler

Good to know. Wonder if they are findable? ...

Good to know. Wonder if they are findable?

Could never figure out why the bolt itself had a finer pitch threading.

I took it in to my LBS and the young mechanic (the old hand was not there)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 07:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,668
Posted By obuckler

Another data point even though consensus seems to...

Another data point even though consensus seems to have been reached on timing… my 76 Bruce Gordon uses recessed nuts front and rear.

And the reason I posted was that the actual nuts were not Allen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 10:58 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,099
Posted By obuckler

Here is the build thread on this: ...

Here is the build thread on this:

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1230493-1971-lygie.html

The saddle is some to me unnamed Specialized model…a takeoff…might have started life as a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-23, 06:51 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,099
Posted By obuckler

1971 Lygie ...

1971 Lygie

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,257
Posted By obuckler

Another wild idea. What about using one of those...

Another wild idea. What about using one of those little butane pencil burners that some people use to spot solder stuff and apply heat to the end of the female allen head sleeve bolt to maybe cause...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-23, 11:06 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,257
Posted By obuckler

Maybe a SMALL drop or two of permanent loctite...

Maybe a SMALL drop or two of permanent loctite under the front cap delivered at end of a toothpick and apply pressure to create anerobic-ness so it will lock. Danger is too much and you lock the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-23, 10:21 AM
Replies: 6,487
Views: 778,432
Posted By obuckler

Still looking?

have this available…marked BSA on back. Standard thread. 170mm ctc.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 06:06 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

(Removed double post. Oops)

(Removed double post. Oops)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

There are lots of ways to handle a flat in a...

There are lots of ways to handle a flat in a tubular tire on the road (this is a disclaimer!).

My choice is this: I carry a spare tubular tire under my seat and a single canister of compressed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

Well. if you read my posts in this thread I don’t...

Well. if you read my posts in this thread I don’t think you will find me being critical of anyone’s method.

It is always a personal choice in finding the best way for you.

i reread my recent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

I see jantex tape from merlin at lower prices and...

I see jantex tape from merlin at lower prices and in their case a roll will do two wheels. Probably all over the map…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

Don’t forget tape costs more than glue

A quick online check on prices shows Effetto Mariposa tape at $13-17 per tire versus Continental glue at $3 per tire (recent purchase from my LBS) based on half the cost of tube of under $6, which...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-23, 05:09 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

Pull it with a string !

Pull it with a string !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

Tubular Tube Repair

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Just sharing my current tubular repair for your amusement. If your handy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 07:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 968
Posted By obuckler

The stem in the photo above (became a take off as...

The stem in the photo above (became a take off as i needed a longer stem) does measure 26.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-23, 06:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 968
Posted By obuckler

3ttt record stem

I have one from early 70s in a stem length of 65mm with original decals. If any interest i can give you full details esp the bar clamp opening size....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-23, 06:28 AM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,113
Posted By obuckler

Coffee in Coppell

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-22, 10:40 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

As someone said earlier, using your index finger...

As someone said earlier, using your index finger in a baggie works best—more specifically: in a finger sock cut from a latex glove’s fingers (each glove provides multiple uses) works super simple...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-22, 05:58 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

In my experience whatever glue protocol you...

In my experience whatever glue protocol you follow as to how many coats and drying time, the key to not having a sloppy mess is to make sure the glue on the tire has cured for good while (think 30-60...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-22, 09:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,133
Posted By obuckler

My rule is always find out what caused the flat....

My rule is always find out what caused the flat. Previous posters have already shared best practices on how and also how it can still be a stumper.

I also had a super course with a wheel that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-22, 01:12 PM
Replies: 619
Views: 156,611
Posted By obuckler

Since this thread popped up again I thought I...

Since this thread popped up again I thought I might as well add some Bruce Gordon photos that have been previously posted elsewhere:

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-22, 08:12 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 27,440
Posted By obuckler

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/9060aabe_35d9_4255_bfff_5035fa36ede5_b1df0b95dfdbc4ec6e35149061bb660b62b2a556.jpeg
Not my bike but my photo of a friend’s bike. Just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-22, 06:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,379
Posted By obuckler

Well, I guess the bikes and beer theme wins. ...

Well, I guess the bikes and beer theme wins.

I have to admit I thought there would be more coffee shop bean drinkers out there. A coffee shop is always our first choice on small rides. Large...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-22, 11:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,379
Posted By obuckler

Very ironic photo for sure. Agree totally with...

Very ironic photo for sure. Agree totally with local emphasis.

My favorite shop actually started as a distributor/roaster to businesses (I knew the owner from the days our boys played sports) to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,379
Posted By obuckler

Bikes n Beans

Show your bike at your favorite coffee shop

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-22, 07:44 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,901
Posted By obuckler

In regard to the two wrap springs versus the...

In regard to the two wrap springs versus the lighter action three wrap, I will admit to lessening the tension on some of my two wrap versions (have four bikes with those). I found that some of them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-22, 03:00 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

yes. I found the leak with a water dunk. But it...

yes. I found the leak with a water dunk. But it exhibited out a random area of the sidewall that was not the puncture location. No puncture to be found. Used a glass looking for any sign of one to to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-11-22, 08:28 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

thanks. Yes I forgot that. I have some wood...

thanks. Yes I forgot that. I have some wood clamps that will work well!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-22, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

As a fan of the Vlaanderens which are NLA...

As a fan of the Vlaanderens which are NLA unfortunately I appreciate your input on the new Pro Tours. I have been looking for reviews but have not found too many. I am about to mount my last new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-22, 08:03 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

As a fan of the Vlaanderens which are NLA...

As a fan of the Vlaanderens which are NLA unfortunately I appreciate your input on the new Pro Tours. I have been looking for reviews but have not found too many. I am about to mount my last new...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-22, 04:55 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

What I know is as a tubular noob who started out...

What I know is as a tubular noob who started out with tape, the first time I had to change a tire I realized I could never do this on the road and that it took forever in the garage. So flats on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-22, 02:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,708
Posted By obuckler

Someone mentioned changing the liner or rim tape....

Someone mentioned changing the liner or rim tape. When doing that make sure it is the right width. I had this same issue once and the rim tape seemed fine until I realized it was just a bit too...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-22, 10:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 951
Posted By obuckler

I first set up Campagnolo barcons on my 71 Lygie...

I first set up Campagnolo barcons on my 71 Lygie wrapped along the bars like the Mondia above. I did not
like the feel so I switched it back to the original routing with one big curve from the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-22, 02:11 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,409
Posted By obuckler

Maybe I adjust and tinker a lot. Switch a...

Maybe I adjust and tinker a lot. Switch a handlebar here or a derailleur there ;-)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-22, 12:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,409
Posted By obuckler

Have switched to heat shrink and the major...

Have switched to heat shrink and the major benefit is that it’s application does not bent the cable end — meaning when you remove a crimp many times the cable end is buggered and that matters if you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-22, 12:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 797
Posted By obuckler

Your experience of taking 2 hours to pull off the...

Your experience of taking 2 hours to pull off the s33 tire from a Tufo taped tire is the best argument for not using tape at all. It was my experience also. Something that would never be done on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-22, 02:08 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,156
Posted By obuckler

Barcon Italian

Used original wrap after cleaning it up and started at the bar end up to the hoods finished with three colors of tape appropriately.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-22, 11:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,272
Posted By obuckler

I wish race tire rubber lasted. So I just avoid....

I wish race tire rubber lasted. So I just avoid. I’m thinking your hands on experience far outweighs mine so you will recognize the only tire I ever had that approaches race rubber from back in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-22, 02:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,270
Posted By obuckler

my Raleigh super course came with Robergel E...

my Raleigh super course came with Robergel E stamp spokes. It was alway a noodly wheelset. Finally broke a spoke. There’s a guy out there who had some for sale but after I decided not to use them he...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-22, 07:18 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

Interesting solution. I did look my head...

Interesting solution.

I did look my head over. The gasket was worn. I had two new ones at the ready. But I had gone down that route before. So instead I looked at a gasket from a top peak...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

Maybe I’ll clean the head and or replace the...

Maybe I’ll clean the head and or replace the gasket on my spesh air tool pro pump. I like the pump overall.

not sure why putting pressure on a deflated tire would stress the tube? It would not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-22, 12:49 PM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

I can sometimes have troubles getting my pump...

I can sometimes have troubles getting my pump head to stay locked to smooth sided valve stems. Irritating. With your thoughts I think I will make sure the tube is fully deflated before pumping so I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-22, 11:42 AM
Replies: 3,247
Views: 416,989
Posted By obuckler

when you do this a lot you collect spare parts so...

when you do this a lot you collect spare parts so I had one pernicious tube that I thought a splice kept failing but I finally realized it was the valve itself so I had a spare removable valve to...
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