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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

Yes there’s of course the Worksop serial. But...

Yes there’s of course the Worksop serial. But while on my other MK V, like on yours, there’s a 4 stamped, here it’s an F plus this 35M…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 03:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

Frame just received. Cable guides work is...

Frame just received. Cable guides work is visible, and the frame looks it has been repainted, even though a long time ago. There’s a 35M stamped just beneath the serial number. Puzzling feature, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

thanks… but it’s different. On one hand, talking...

thanks… but it’s different. On one hand, talking about a Worksop MK V and not SBDU, on the other a frame advertised in steel blue in the US but in Team colors in France. There are no reasons why the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 10:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

ok, I see your point, thanks for the info!

ok, I see your point, thanks for the info!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 04:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

I shall start a new thread to discuss the “team”...

I shall start a new thread to discuss the “team” vs “steel blue” livery…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-23, 03:16 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

ok, txs for the tip!

ok, txs for the tip!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 04:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

I was thinking of going for the frame and maybe...

I was thinking of going for the frame and maybe removing the three braze-ons, how hard would it be to saw them off and file the residual material on the tube surface?
Then repainting it in period...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 12:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

ok, found guilty of not mastering all nuances of...

ok, found guilty of not mastering all nuances of the English language, should have said “original” as in “referring to something that existed at the beginning of a process or activity, or the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 11:05 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

thanks Doug!!! your point confirms the most...

thanks Doug!!! your point confirms the most likely is that the frame has been repainted and braze-ons added then.

On one hand it’s a shame the frame looses its originality, but on the other that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

WM700xxxx the frame is in France…

WM700xxxx
the frame is in France…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 07:33 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

ok, clear, txs!

ok, clear, txs!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-23, 02:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

Thanks! Do you mean clients over the years...

Thanks!
Do you mean clients over the years bringing the frame back at Raleigh for repainting and having the cable guides added?
Otherwise, how likely was it to have a “customization” done at/by...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,399
Posted By JackJohn

1977 Raleigh Professional MKV: braze-on cable guides on TT, really?

Is it possible that a Worksop 1977 Raleigh Professional MKV has brazed-on cable guides on the TT? Never seen this before, until today with this one found on a local ad. Any idea?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Poll Updated…

Poll Updated…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-23, 03:38 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Among other known parts not grabbing a vote, it's...

Among other known parts not grabbing a vote, it's curious how the following names haven't been mentioned yet: Simplex SLJ or Campy C-Record or Huret Jubilee derailleurs, Shimano 600 groupset, Nisi or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

shall I add your vote to the AX groupset?

shall I add your vote to the AX groupset?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,303
Posted By JackJohn

Ok, I purchased the catalog a few months ago,...

Ok, I purchased the catalog a few months ago, will scan and send it over soon…

PS: to better undestand one of the top-range French models, last year I did a comparison study between the MKV Team...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,303
Posted By JackJohn

Kurt, do you have Raleigh French market catalogs?...

Kurt, do you have Raleigh French market catalogs? there are at least three that I know on the net, of which one I physically own (1976) that I can share...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Almost... For now the C&V "aggregate dream team"...

Almost... For now the C&V "aggregate dream team" of all individual "dream team" components would see a Campy Record/NR/SR strong presence with FD, Brake levers, Brake calipers, Crankset, Pedals, BB,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 05:35 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Thanks for sharing… the advantage of doing this...

Thanks for sharing… the advantage of doing this game with reference to a specific time period (60s to 80s) and not to a notional concept (vintage) avoids to define what is C&V, a subject discussed at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 05:26 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

related and definitely as much subjective… ;)

related and definitely as much subjective… ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-23, 03:03 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

thanks, I see there are several preferences for...

thanks, I see there are several preferences for these DA versions, I’m leaving them outside the poll because of their dating but it’s well noted…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Poll updated!!! - Simplex retrofriction...

Poll updated!!!

- Simplex retrofriction shifters eventually emerge
- Suntour dominates rear/front derailleurs although with multiple models
- Campy Record hubs and Stronglight A9/Delta headset...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Oh well, I might have one for you… will pm...

Oh well, I might have one for you… will pm details…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-23, 03:48 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

If I see one here in huret-land I can let you...

If I see one here in huret-land I can let you know…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 02:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 470
Posted By JackJohn

I regularly used this doc and even made me a...

I regularly used this doc and even made me a summarized scheme pinned in my garage…...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-23, 02:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 12,888
Posted By JackJohn

As mentioned above, the generic sticker was in...

As mentioned above, the generic sticker was in use until around the mid 80s, when specific stickers were launched, so you could not know tell just from it. Manufacturers however would give a hint on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Poll updated!!! thanks for all your replies! ...

Poll updated!!! thanks for all your replies!

Campy Record hubs and Stronglight Delta/A9 headsets deserve a mention among preferences...

it's getting interesting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

I understand the dilemma, maybe rephrasing the...

I understand the dilemma, maybe rephrasing the question: what are your favorites "so far" ? ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 07:46 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Poll updated!!! to be sure, 90s and later...

Poll updated!!!

to be sure, 90s and later parts mentioned are not in the list for time consistency reasons, we agree this is purely arbitrary but just wanted to center the question around the 70s,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 06:42 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

…so… what are your picks??? ;)

…so… what are your picks??? ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-23, 06:39 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Ok perfect, will add it…

Ok perfect, will add it…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Thanks! The funny side will be to see how many...

Thanks!
The funny side will be to see how many “best” are around and what they are, it’s a very personal and subjective take with no absolute truth, which makes the beauty of our C&V world. As per...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-23, 06:37 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

txs, sent you a pm…

txs, sent you a pm…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 01:32 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Anyway, back to the poll: updated results in the...

Anyway, back to the poll: updated results in the initial post…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 01:29 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Thanks guys, I always had the Campy 771 “Z”...

Thanks guys, I always had the Campy 771 “Z” wrench in mind but never crossed path, in alternative the ratchet/flexible-head one on Amazon will do. 79pmooney if you have that campy 771 I’ll be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 07:20 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Still have to find that wrench… not that I...

Still have to find that wrench… not that I searched much admittedly…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 02:54 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

agree 👍

agree 👍
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

absolutely, will never dare to ask that ;)

absolutely, will never dare to ask that ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 06:43 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Txs Steve, yes 100% subjective!!! I will sum up...

Txs Steve, yes 100% subjective!!!
I will sum up the votes for each component in my initial message, hopefully we’ll see enough contributions to have a significant conclusion for the poll…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-23, 03:08 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,351
Posted By JackJohn

Components Menu: Picking your BEST without constraints

For your ideal vintage road bike, what would you pick as your BEST 60s-70s-80s components? No constraints applicable, just picking your “dream team” parts without worrying about period-consistency,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-23, 02:23 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,303
Posted By JackJohn

I use Genius Scan, very practical for...

I use Genius Scan, very practical for semi-automated crop/perspective and pdf creation, if you have a photo for each page I’ll see what I can do…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-23, 02:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 482
Posted By JackJohn

Just talked to a Rossin old-timer: same-length...

Just talked to a Rossin old-timer: same-length steerers were used for at least 3 fork sizes, maybe 4. It is possible that, more likely so over later years, they left the task of cutting those to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 482
Posted By JackJohn

That is sure, and could be part of the...

That is sure, and could be part of the explanation too… Txs!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 482
Posted By JackJohn

geometry can make a difference but as said the...

geometry can make a difference but as said the two bikes have very minor differences, not enough to justify a such longer steerer





thanks guys, yes one might have been cut and not the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 482
Posted By JackJohn

Same everything, longer fork steerer… why?

Two Rossin, 5 years apart ca. 1983 and 1988, same frame size, roughly same geometry, same SLX blades, BUT… one with a longer steerer by a significant 15mm. The 1983 short one can fit a Campy Record...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-21-22, 06:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 868
Posted By JackJohn

ok, thanks!

ok, thanks!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-20-22, 05:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 868
Posted By JackJohn

Daccordi 50th anniversary 1986-87

Hi,
How much would this Daccordi 50th anniversary 1986-87 might be worth? It has been modified into a urban bike, but will be brought back to a road bike build.
- size 57
- Columbus SLX
- limited...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-22, 03:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,742
Posted By JackJohn

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/7ee28b01_5067_48c6_add0_aeb2ad5e75cd_338dd7368c4ed099ae924bf6aec8407641405ec9.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-22, 06:31 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,680
Posted By JackJohn

Trying to establish a current trend after almost...

Trying to establish a current trend after almost three years of pandemic can be biased. Before that, I cannot establish a clear trend but rather waves of ups and downs. Today we can only sum up...
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