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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 64
Posted By jdawginsc

You can remove all of the bottom bracket to...

You can remove all of the bottom bracket to degrease and repack. You can check for cracks, but a picture of the crank arm might help.

Its an older Bb axle, where the attachment is male, rather...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

Unsurprisingly gone...

Unsurprisingly gone...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,779
Posted By jdawginsc

The vine and rust were already part of the bike...

The vine and rust were already part of the bike as of December 31, 2023. Neither should be included in any price calculation.

However, the amount of evaporust, kroil, WD-40 and reciprocating saw...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 674
Posted By jdawginsc

That is a weird bike all around (and very cool as...

That is a weird bike all around (and very cool as a result). Cromor tubes, Japanese frame bits, Deore LX parts, eyelets.

Im going with American contract build sourced from Taiwan! How’s that for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 7,872
Views: 948,321
Posted By jdawginsc

The Slimestone has straight gauge CroMo of...

The Slimestone has straight gauge CroMo of unknown origin (its at my sisters). Then SunTour Alpha components of some sort...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-04-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 155
Posted By jdawginsc

Did Klein source steel forks early on? Very...

Did Klein source steel forks early on?

Very cool piece of alloy frame history. Simple paint. Was that a sport touring model?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-04-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,287
Posted By jdawginsc

Combo deals flash sale. Look at first post.

Combo deals flash sale. Look at first post.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 152
Posted By jdawginsc

I loved my little mid-90s Hard Rock (Ultra...

I loved my little mid-90s Hard Rock (Ultra maybe?). Did most everything well except stuff I would not do anyhow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 337
Posted By jdawginsc

Interesting. Good to know.

Interesting. Good to know.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 270
Posted By jdawginsc

I thought it might be Canadian. Might be another...

I thought it might be Canadian. Might be another marquee to add to the “one bike from each country” idea if I ever decide to go further.

I am betting that will clean up well with elbow grease....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 7,872
Views: 948,321
Posted By jdawginsc

Repurposed 60s tool cart.

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-03-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 478
Posted By jdawginsc

So Italian after all perhaps?

So Italian after all perhaps?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7,872
Views: 948,321
Posted By jdawginsc

Peugeot hybrid/MTB bikes seem to be super heavy...

Peugeot hybrid/MTB bikes seem to be super heavy compared to other marquees. The SLimestone I picked up a few years ago for the clunker challenge was super heavy for a hybrid.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 337
Posted By jdawginsc

I love their plastic scoops. These are awesome!

I love their plastic scoops. These are awesome!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-03-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 227
Posted By jdawginsc

Stuff

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 852
Posted By jdawginsc

What’s that one? That’s cool!

What’s that one? That’s cool!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 605
Posted By jdawginsc

Odd to me to have a nut on the rear wheel rather...

Odd to me to have a nut on the rear wheel rather than a quick release?

As far as cables, this is my go to...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/254234685147
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

Thanks for the heads up. Just bought one to try...

Thanks for the heads up. Just bought one to try out!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 270
Posted By jdawginsc

That’s a beautiful color. Never heard of Fiori,...

That’s a beautiful color. Never heard of Fiori, oddly. Love the understated panto on the crankset.

What size is it?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-02-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 227
Posted By jdawginsc

Might have a few things. I will check in the AM.

Might have a few things. I will check in the AM.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 289
Posted By jdawginsc

Looks like an STX crankset replacement. The rear...

Looks like an STX crankset replacement. The rear derailleur is LX it looks like but maybe a later model?

If it shifts nicely, nothing wrong with the replacements. Can’t really see the shifters...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-02-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 478
Posted By jdawginsc

Belgian builder perhaps? The lugs and such don’t...

Belgian builder perhaps? The lugs and such don’t really scream anything definitive...

What’s the threading? I assume it’s a 27.2, 126 OLd rear drops guy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 605
Posted By jdawginsc

The derailleurs are likely not the culprit at...

The derailleurs are likely not the culprit at all. Click-grip shifters are sometimes solid, oftentimes hard and uncertain. Trigger shifters are not my favorite (I prefer thumbs), but should work with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-02-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,163
Posted By jdawginsc

This is pending, but I might have an 8 speed...

This is pending, but I might have an 8 speed version available. The issue is the brifters but the rest is in great shape.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 397
Posted By jdawginsc

It’s a beautiful job!

It’s a beautiful job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 491
Posted By jdawginsc

Easier and quicker is beating slow and...

Easier and quicker is beating slow and craftsman-like as time passes. Probably our own fault for wanting things that are time consuming and beautiful, to also be cheap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,779
Posted By jdawginsc

Great job SA! Fantastic!

Great job SA! Fantastic!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

Oh jeebies...the last of the grails. Luckily I...

Oh jeebies...the last of the grails. Luckily I have willpower and more importantly distance!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 605
Posted By jdawginsc

I am no expert, so just my thoughts... I...

I am no expert, so just my thoughts...

I think you meant 68-122.5. Those bb-un300s have a collar on them that I asked about in another thread, so wondering how that limits crank choices (I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

Great clunker Challenge bike!

that’s cheap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 677
Posted By jdawginsc

Not bad, my butt. That is stupendous. Lots of...

Not bad, my butt. That is stupendous. Lots of clear coats? Polishing?

I’d leave the Italy sticker off or put it at the very bottom of the down or seat tubes. I would NOT leave it on a 3Rensho...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,086
Posted By jdawginsc

Aha! That’s what those were for.

Aha! That’s what those were for.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 6,501
Views: 793,582
Posted By jdawginsc

Those are near pristine. And 42 cm...hmm...

Those are near pristine. And 42 cm...hmm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,700
Posted By jdawginsc

Unfortunately, the pedals I sent have the...

Unfortunately, the pedals I sent have the proprietary inline mounting clips. Clips are finicky little guys.

SP-11s were the perfect solution. Platform base with regular clip mounts.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-01-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 363
Posted By jdawginsc

The blasphemous Raleigh International was my...

The blasphemous Raleigh International was my final purchase! I’m more inclined toward N-
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 397
Posted By jdawginsc

Where did you get it painted? Very cool.

Where did you get it painted? Very cool.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 03:22 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,086
Posted By jdawginsc

Do not post elsewhere. I’ve enjoyed the banter!

Do not post elsewhere. I’ve enjoyed the banter!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 03:20 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 9,528
Posted By jdawginsc

Bella Basso Gap is that for me. Though I have not...

Bella Basso Gap is that for me. Though I have not experienced the greatness of the Huffente.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 03:11 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,700
Posted By jdawginsc

Tough to get the right fit if you have big foot...

Tough to get the right fit if you have big foot disorder, which is why clipless pedals were a game changer for foot positioning.

Being small footed (9/42), even though reasonably tall (5’11”), I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 02:59 AM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

There’s a lot of interesting going on with this...

There’s a lot of interesting going on with this one...dual shifters. The stem...jammed seatpost
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-01-24, 02:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 363
Posted By jdawginsc

I didn’t know Raleigh made frames in Japan with...

I didn’t know Raleigh made frames in Japan with 531. Interesting and cool. GLWTS!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

Sort of a rare sighting

DeRosa women’s CF bike...$400

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1377409792975095/?ref=browse_tab
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,700
Posted By jdawginsc

Yeah, leg fit and positioning is critical. You...

Yeah, leg fit and positioning is critical. You don’t want scrunch leg disorder.

Good rule of thumb is heel on the axle (flip the pedal), and when you are fully seated, there should be an ever so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,700
Posted By jdawginsc

Weird. It looks closer in this picture than the...

Weird. It looks closer in this picture than the other one above. Just be sure the stop screw is set well, to prevent the overshoot.

No, you understood the instructions perfectly well. Some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 438
Views: 22,795
Posted By jdawginsc

About $85 too high for that work. If the stem and...

About $85 too high for that work. If the stem and seatpost are indeed seized, than $15 would tempt me. Italian made do not completely junk presumably?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 03:49 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,779
Posted By jdawginsc

Must be a Schwinn...

Must be a Schwinn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,086
Posted By jdawginsc

Great eye!

Great eye!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-29-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 589
Posted By jdawginsc

Greta’s skepticism was unfounded! She is so...

Greta’s skepticism was unfounded!

She is so cute.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-29-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,287
Posted By jdawginsc

Chorus close ups

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,086
Posted By jdawginsc

Whats the make? Maybe intended a particular other...

Whats the make? Maybe intended a particular other type of headset?
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