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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,945
Posted By boneshaker78

I’m really not a fan of buying new bikes in...

I’m really not a fan of buying new bikes in general. There are so many better deals to be had through bike co-op’s, craigslist, facebook and ebay. Just something to consider for any future endeavors....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-23, 12:37 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,464
Posted By boneshaker78

Love it! 😍

Love it! 😍
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,464
Posted By boneshaker78

Anyone on the forum with huge bike collections?

I’m talking like 50+ bikes or close to that number. Crazy 🤪 bike people? Love to see some pictures
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-23, 02:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,161
Posted By boneshaker78

You’re right… it’s my curse. I can’t help but...

You’re right… it’s my curse. I can’t help but make a bike as clean as possible. I’ll have to lower the saddle and find some mud puddles!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,161
Posted By boneshaker78

Finished today. The front derailleur is...

Finished today.

The front derailleur is working well now, plenty of clearance for the largest chainring. I made the cable tighter by using the barrel adjuster and that seemed to help. Everything...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-23, 10:21 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Interesting 🤔… thank you. I do like the look of...

Interesting 🤔… thank you. I do like the look of it. I never realized when I picked this bike up that it would cause me this much of a dilemma, but I very much enjoy the process of custom building my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-02-23, 09:34 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,161
Posted By boneshaker78

Thank you. I’ll have to take another look. I...

Thank you. I’ll have to take another look.

I admit my derailleur knowledge is somewhat limited. I spent a lot of time riding singlespeeds and fixed for years.

I should run through a proper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-02-23, 04:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,161
Posted By boneshaker78

I installed the crankset, torqued to 30 ft lbs, I...

I installed the crankset, torqued to 30 ft lbs, I got what appears to be 48.5 chainline using a 113mm bottom bracket and the Shimano A10 crankset. I have 47.5 on the rear axle, so I guess within one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-23, 12:05 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

I guess now I know 😁… thanks Jim!

I guess now I know 😁… thanks Jim!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-23, 08:18 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 23,270
Posted By boneshaker78

1989 Miyata 618GT ...

1989 Miyata 618GT

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

I just looked at the components and pictures and...

I just looked at the components and pictures and assumed this bike was from 1983, but I just checked the serial number… K575293… which from some chart online leads me to believe it is a 1982. Can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

It appears very straight, but no way to tell...

It appears very straight, but no way to tell without this tool. It is on my wish list of bike tools, but for the time being I think I’m going to be okay. Awaiting the arrival of a bottom bracket...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

I understand where you’re coming from and can...

I understand where you’re coming from and can relate. I have a flat bar setup on my Jamis and I use it for grocery hauling and running errands. The flat bar gives me more control while carrying loads...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

I agree. I’m just mentioning that I have plenty...

I agree. I’m just mentioning that I have plenty of clearance for the crank and arms. It’s typically not appropriate to have them that close, although sometimes certain setups that are properly setup...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 10:36 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Thought nothing of it until you said something. I...

Thought nothing of it until you said something. I just assumed it would have them front and back, a bit of a let down but clearly still functional as is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 07:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 712
Posted By boneshaker78

🤩 I’ve never seen lugs like that before. I’m in...

🤩 I’ve never seen lugs like that before. I’m in love! 😍
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Im similar, but smaller. Long legs, shorter torso...

Im similar, but smaller. Long legs, shorter torso and arms. For a long time I was convinced I needed a 62 with a 57 top tube. I’m 6’2” with a 34 inch inseam. This Expedition is a 58 with a 56 top...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 06:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

It won’t hit my frame, I can tell you that. I...

It won’t hit my frame, I can tell you that. I could mount the crank arms flush with the ends of the bottom bracket shell and still have plenty of room.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

You’re starting to convince me to roll with...

You’re starting to convince me to roll with drops. I really appreciate the feedback.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Appreciate the candid response and the link....

Appreciate the candid response and the link. Something to seriously consider. I’ll have to talk to the bike some and see what it wants too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

😂… probably right. It’s the kind of part I don’t...

😂… probably right. It’s the kind of part I don’t want to gamble with, but it sure looks nice to me… that’s where the conflict comes in I guess. All of the Nitto stuff looks nice to me, I’m sure I’ll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 12:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Maybe something like this? Anyone have experience...

Maybe something like this? Anyone have experience riding with these?

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

Here is another issue that is concerning. There...

Here is another issue that is concerning. There is a spot on the top of the stem that I polished back a bit with some compound. When I run my finger across it, it feels like a flat spot. The question...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Completely agree and I’m definitely not using...

Completely agree and I’m definitely not using what is on here now. I’m financially challenged and need to take my time with this project to do it some justice.

Most everything appears original...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

Good question. He claims that the LBS...

Good question.

He claims that the LBS swapped the bars and set it up with the thumb shifters and all, but judging from the stem situation I would say that is questionable at best. The cables do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 10:30 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,334
Posted By boneshaker78

That makes sense. I just went through something...

That makes sense. I just went through something similar where I was forced to take the bike in due to warranty work. I was a nervous wreck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 08:52 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,334
Posted By boneshaker78

Just curious about what work is being done by the...

Just curious about what work is being done by the shop. I care about my bikes to this degree too and a lot of people might see it as absurd, but I think it’s just a sign of the level of passion I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 06:34 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Sounds like Jim was very serious about cycling...

Sounds like Jim was very serious about cycling and cycle touring. It seems as though he was very devoted to the sport and took great care in designing and building bicycles and accessories. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 11:09 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

He told me he only recently switched over to...

He told me he only recently switched over to these bars. He had the original drop bars installed for most of the bikes life with Suntour down tube shifters. I can understand that the bike was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 07:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Oh yeah 😂… look at the bikes you’ve got there.

Oh yeah 😂… look at the bikes you’ve got there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 06:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Sweet. This was the kind of information I was...

Sweet. This was the kind of information I was hoping for. Gaining a better understanding about the bike, builders and the history behind it. I’m not familiar with Jim Merz, but I’m very intrigued to...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-29-23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 318
Posted By boneshaker78

That makes a lot of sense. I was trying to figure...

That makes a lot of sense. I was trying to figure out how someone could break that off and your explanation sounds like the likely culprit. I’m sure you are right, I’m sure these were brazed on as...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-29-23, 12:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 318
Posted By boneshaker78

Broken Chain Hanger

Chain hanger broke off this old Specialized Expedition. Clearly not an integral part of the frame, but a little disappointing to see. I just wanted to check and make sure these were brazed on and not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

Ok. Are you implying that you feel like that...

Ok. Are you implying that you feel like that difference isn’t that extreme?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

I may plan on keeping the old thumb shifters. ...

I may plan on keeping the old thumb shifters.

I have no idea how I want to setup this bike and I’m planning on taking my time with it, a build to play with over the winter.

Recommendations on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 11:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By boneshaker78

Good catch! I just bought the bike yesterday,...

Good catch! I just bought the bike yesterday, 1983 Specialized Expedition. I would never mount a rack like that either and will take mental note about it when tearing it down and rebuilding properly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 10:56 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Thanks. I had 3 bikes in the stable and I’ve been...

Thanks. I had 3 bikes in the stable and I’ve been working on a beater, but I just couldn’t pass this one up for the price. As they say… “plus one”.

Looks like they spread the rear dropouts to 130...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 10:37 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

Thanks for the link. Wasn’t sure what to do with...

Thanks for the link. Wasn’t sure what to do with the old lighting, but was leaning towards not using it. I love the look of it, but I think the performance would be very poor.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

Thanks for the suggestion. I really am not sure...

Thanks for the suggestion. I really am not sure what I’ll do with this bike, just happy to find the frame at a very reasonable price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-23, 09:22 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,101
Posted By boneshaker78

1983 Specialized Expedition

Picked this up yesterday for $160. Quite the history touring all over the east coast, original owner had roughly 50 touring patches to show me. Thought I’d share with the community. Very happy with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

The intention is more of a retired touring bike...

The intention is more of a retired touring bike turned grocery getter. The original owner toured all over the east coast… thousands of miles, at least 50 touring patches from between 1983-85.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

Thank you. 26mm is quite a bit different than...

Thank you. 26mm is quite a bit different than 25.4. I’ll have to think this over, but I’m leaning towards better safe than sorry and finding a replacement…. bummer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 09:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

No cracking to be found. What was the original...

No cracking to be found. What was the original intended diameter of this stem? I’m not sure what bars I’ll end up using. I was just happy to find this bike for $160… it’s a future project that I’m...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 08:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By boneshaker78

Sachs 7 speed freewheel

I’m curious about this old Sachs 7 speed freewheel. At first glance I assumed the teeth were damaged, but then I checked the same NOS freewheel on ebay and it would appear that these teeth being...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,646
Posted By boneshaker78

Is this stem ruined?

I just picked up a 1983 Specialized Expedition yesterday. The previous owner decided to switch out the drop bars for north road style handlebars. It would appear that the diameter of the bars didn’t...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 09:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

Your words give me hope that I can make the...

Your words give me hope that I can make the components I have work. Very much appreciate the help, thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 02:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

You’re right the H screw isn’t out all the way,...

You’re right the H screw isn’t out all the way, I’ll have to take another look. I seriously have brain damage and mix things up all the time. I was looking at the L screw. Maybe I can get away with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

Thanks… yes, still working on this project. The...

Thanks… yes, still working on this project. The rear derailleur will not shift out far enough for a 47.5 chainline and the chain barely has enough clearance between the cassette and the frame. I’m...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,074
Posted By boneshaker78

Shimano Deore DX MT60 Crankset

I guess this crankset is intended to be used with a 122.5mm bottom bracket, but I can’t find what the chainline was with this combo. Is anyone familiar with the crankset and the chainline that exists...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-23, 08:00 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,161
Posted By boneshaker78

That seems correct. I’ll be interested to see...

That seems correct. I’ll be interested to see what chainline I get, but I bet you’re right and it will be 47.5mm. Not ideal, but maybe I can make it work by shifting the cassette some and settling on...
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