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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-22, 04:50 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,570
Posted By LanceRides

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/img_20211111_103445_4e52ae1eed572803bec14857e9822bbc9d7d0665.jpg
Not groceries, but a lot of lumber!
That's my 1980 Trek 412
You can...
Forum: For Sale
04-12-22, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 531
Posted By LanceRides

Hello Polymorphself, Thanks for your...

Hello Polymorphself,

Thanks for your interest in my Fuji.

I'm not opposed to shipping, but of course there will be expenses involved. First would be finding a bike shop near me willing to do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-22, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,270
Posted By LanceRides

Hey! Happy to see so much interest in the bag!...

Hey! Happy to see so much interest in the bag! Thanks for looking and commenting.
These still turn up on ebay. Now if you win one, you'll know how the bracket goes together. ;-)

Lance
Forum: For Sale
04-09-22, 10:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 531
Posted By LanceRides

1980 Fuji S-12-S 18-speed, "small" EXCELLENT - $350

UPDATE: The bike was sold on Craigslist for $300 even. Leaving the listing info here for posterity.

SEE PHOTOS (https://photos.app.goo.gl/cfZnEsc3dfXGTTpU6)
For sale in NYC Zip 10022

THE BIKE...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,270
Posted By LanceRides

Vintage Kirtland Tour Pack Bracket Mount Instructions

Though I've had these bags since the 80's I've always found it tricky to install this bracket. Today I took some photos and wanted to publish. Here's a Google Site with the info.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-14, 07:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,061
Posted By LanceRides

Dining room table as bike repair stand

And my wife let me do this!

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Dining Room Table Repair Stand (https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yh58s616qlgg8b2/lnJfp9YXGG)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-12, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,913
Posted By LanceRides

Hey Grouch, No luck. It doesn't "look" like...

Hey Grouch,

No luck. It doesn't "look" like it's meant to unthread, and using a pair of vise grips got it to move, but after many rotations, it was clear that nothing was unscrewing.

I do have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-12, 08:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,913
Posted By LanceRides

Zephal EZ Push - won't work with my Schrader!

EDIT: It's Zefal, not "Zephal"

Hi folks,

So I buy this item some months back: A Zefal EZ Push CO2 Inflator (link below), which is supposed to be a universal valve. I also buy a box of 16 g...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-12, 07:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 623
Posted By LanceRides

Thanks Machka, Thanks Krusty, Macha - the...

Thanks Machka, Thanks Krusty,

Macha - the Bow Valley looks amazing. Can you tell me a bit about that road? Google Earth did not do a street view through there so I can't tell - is that paved? Hard...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-12, 01:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 623
Posted By LanceRides

Suggestions for Roads and Routes around Banff, Canada

Hi Roadies -

My 19 year old son is going to Banff Canada this summer for 3 weeks to attend a music festival. (classical piano)

He'll have a few days to himself and I was wondering if anyone's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-12, 10:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Just back from a lap in the park - everything...

Just back from a lap in the park - everything seems great. Smoother than ever actually. Mission accomplished. Thanks for all the help.

(I'll be holding my breath that that paper-thin washer that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-12, 09:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

I see. Your bearings remained stuck in the...

I see. Your bearings remained stuck in the sleeve, where mine is stuck in the cup. Yes, that seems plausible; the sleeve does tightly mate over that surface that I labeled "Outer Wall". So you think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-12, 08:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Understood. I've got like 3.5mm clearance. So,...

Understood.
I've got like 3.5mm clearance. So, 131 - 127.5 = 3.5, about 1.75 less on each side. If my test ride fails, then it's easy to order up a Shimano 127.5.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-12, 06:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Update

Yes. You were all correct. It came apart. Here's an update.

I stopped by my LBS and my tech immediately noticed what a long axel it was. "that's a long axel" he said. "There's no Shimano that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-12, 06:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Thanks for the ideas eschlwc. Yeah, a new...

Thanks for the ideas eschlwc. Yeah, a new powerlink chain would be a good reward. I'm off to my LBS today to see what they have on the shelf. Beautiful weather here this week and I don't want to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 11:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,363
Posted By LanceRides

But Honey - Where will we eat dinner?

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7133/7044103301_629c02cb68_z.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 10:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

eschlwc - Sure, great. Here's some pics. ...

eschlwc - Sure, great. Here's some pics.

It's a Sugino AT, it's a triple.

http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5327/6897919422_4105a168f5_z.jpg

I'm showing the BB loosely installed in the shell. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 10:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,013
Posted By LanceRides

Ok, form a line. Don't everybody bid at once! ...

Ok, form a line. Don't everybody bid at once!

http://www.ebay.com/itm/200739327282?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649#ht_590wt_978

(hey - i gotta recover some of the expenses...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 08:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Hey Chris, My thinking at this point is that...

Hey Chris,

My thinking at this point is that if I can get a new BB for around $25 it's the easy and best way to go. Even if I can access the bearing cartridge, I'll still be back on-line searching...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 05:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Hey eschlwc, Great. That's what I needed to...

Hey eschlwc,

Great. That's what I needed to know - I'm replacing, not rebuilding.

Yes - I see the un55 on Amazon. A couple of questions:

I don't know if I'm JIS or ISO - and I don't see...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 04:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Hi BianchiGirll, Thanks. Yes, mine is very...

Hi BianchiGirll,

Thanks. Yes, mine is very similar. Can't believe you have one handy. A few minor diff: mine is called a "Mountain Triple" where yours says "Type: Double"

I've taken a closer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-12, 01:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,945
Posted By LanceRides

Need Advice/Help - Rebuilding Suntour Bottom Bracket

Hi Good people,

Today in the park, riding my 1980 Trek steel, I decided to challenge a passing Carbon comrade. As I bore down to accelerate, I heard a squeal and some random clacking noises from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-12, 10:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,013
Posted By LanceRides

DD - got your PM, but can't reply as I don't have...

DD - got your PM, but can't reply as I don't have enough posts to allow sending PMs. (I think I need 50 posts)
If you text your e-mail address to me, we pick up the conversation that way.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-12, 07:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,013
Posted By LanceRides

So? Does anyone here want to offer me some big...

So? Does anyone here want to offer me some big money before I put them on ebay (9% final value fee, PayPal fee, ebay's too expensive!)

Here's some photos:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-12, 07:41 AM
Replies: 759
Views: 448,016
Posted By LanceRides

Roger that!

Roger that!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-12, 07:33 PM
Replies: 759
Views: 448,016
Posted By LanceRides

Thanks smasha, I'll get some Talc for my tube....

Thanks smasha, I'll get some Talc for my tube. (and will rinse my spare free of the corn starch!)

As for Talc for baby / body care, there are some health concerns. Do a Goggle for "Dangers of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-12, 07:36 PM
Replies: 759
Views: 448,016
Posted By LanceRides

My wife uses Corn Starch as a "natural"...

My wife uses Corn Starch as a "natural" substitute for Talc (after her shower for instance). Result is, I've got Corn Starch handy, but no talc. Any reason I can't use the CS instead??
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-12, 09:08 PM
Replies: 759
Views: 448,016
Posted By LanceRides

[QUOTE=Cfd;8290615]Always use one of those...

[QUOTE=Cfd;8290615]Always use one of those magnetic steel trays for holding (and catching) small parts & hardware.
Everything - including bearings - sticks to them without fail.

Make your own!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-12, 05:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,013
Posted By LanceRides

Dude! Those are great! What are those colors?...

Dude! Those are great!
What are those colors? It looks like a flag, but what country?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-12, 10:27 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,013
Posted By LanceRides

This set definitely looks glued. Never had a...

This set definitely looks glued. Never had a problem over many loaded touring miles.

Interesting point about the heat not passing through to the fins. I'll have to try touching the base at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-12, 09:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,013
Posted By LanceRides

Mathauser Brake Pad Instruction insert scan

These were really nice pads that I used for years; finned mount to dissipate heat, curved pad for more rim contact.

Found a complete set that's been in my closet since the early 1980's. Pretty...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-12-12, 11:12 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,809
Posted By LanceRides

check out the "riding tips" page a League of...

check out the "riding tips" page a League of American Bicyclists.
http://www.bikeleague.org/resources/better/ride_better_tips.php
If the lane is narrow, but you position yourself to the extreme...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-12, 10:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By LanceRides

Juis - this particular pie plate does have class!...

Juis - this particular pie plate does have class! I like it too, and I've never been a fan.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-12-12, 10:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,138
Posted By LanceRides

You can get hi vis shirts vests and jackets at...

You can get hi vis shirts vests and jackets at incredibly reasonable prices if you think industrial safety instead of Bicycle Apparel. Not as finely tuned as the Pearl Isumi stuff, but geez, I got...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-12-12, 10:19 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,176
Posted By LanceRides

Yo! Let's see the video!

Yo! Let's see the video!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-12, 09:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By LanceRides

Nice of you to say CH! But it's actually Lucky...

Nice of you to say CH! But it's actually Lucky Dad and Great son!

(Dia-compe 960 Cantilever tip: Get it as close as you can, then, before the nut is fully tightened, lay the blade of a screwdriver...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-12, 08:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By LanceRides

thanks for the heads-up on the fenders CH. I'm...

thanks for the heads-up on the fenders CH. I'm still on the wire about fenders in general and have some bigger fish to fry fist.

The Dia-compe 986s on your bike look much more modern than the D-C...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-12, 06:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By LanceRides

Hey Cycleheimer - how do you add full size photos...

Hey Cycleheimer - how do you add full size photos in your posts? All I've been able to figure out is the "attachment" button - but that gets me thumbnails in the post that people have to click on.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-12, 06:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By LanceRides

Hey CH - Love the fenders! Too bad, and I never...

Hey CH - Love the fenders! Too bad, and I never thought of this - you have to loose the flick stand when the fenders are mounted. Worth it?
I am thinking of adding fenders - the bike is just crying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-12, 09:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,065
Posted By LanceRides

for the subscribers to this thread who would like...

for the subscribers to this thread who would like to see photos of the Eclair, I've posted a new thread with images here:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-12, 09:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,458
Posted By LanceRides

My 1983 Lotus Eclair - PHOTOS - as I found her

I finally got out to the park yesterday and shot a set of photos. The bike is just the way I received it from my Craigslist purchase, so these photos represent the BEFORE I do anything. I'll post one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-12, 08:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,065
Posted By LanceRides

About Wiggle - I placed my order LATE in the day...

About Wiggle - I placed my order LATE in the day last Saturday and received the package on Friday. Seems like it was about 4 or 5 business days to NYC.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-12, 12:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,474
Posted By LanceRides

Nice. But too magenta.

Nice. But too magenta.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-12, 12:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,111
Posted By LanceRides

Yes, I had a pair of Bata Bikers, then an Avocet...

Yes, I had a pair of Bata Bikers, then an Avocet touring shoe. Both had simple, flat soles, with a little heal so you could actually walk in them. During my international tours in the '80s (Ireland,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 10:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,474
Posted By LanceRides

Thanks Jeff. All good to know. Thanks for the...

Thanks Jeff. All good to know. Thanks for the help.
(Love your Avatar! I gotta get me a good avatar. . .)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 10:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,474
Posted By LanceRides

I see. So I'll need a spanner wrench like this: ...

I see. So I'll need a spanner wrench like this:

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to go into those two little holes:

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so I can turn and remove the collar. then my crank puller will work.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 07:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,474
Posted By LanceRides

Great link to the catalogue page Jeff, thanks....

Great link to the catalogue page Jeff, thanks. I'm adding that to my Lotus dossier!

Two questions - can you elaborate how to remove the collar and bolt? With apologies, I don't even know what...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,111
Posted By LanceRides

My 1983 Lotus Eclair - Deore Pedals - What are those PINS for??

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As I come to grips with the fact that adapting these cranks for modern pedals will take some time (or money), I'm starting to look at the Deore pedals with new interest.

As I look at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-12, 07:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 18,474
Posted By LanceRides

For the record, photos of my newly acquired 1984...

For the record, photos of my newly acquired 1984 Lotus Eclair. You can clearly see the works "One Key Release" around the hex head.


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240465

I came across this discussion because I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-12, 05:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 924
Posted By LanceRides

Yep - them's the ones. I ordered 'em in silver &...

Yep - them's the ones. I ordered 'em in silver & gum color.

Love your bike - I bet if feels like comin' home.
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