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06-23-23, 11:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,986
Posted By guy1138

Correct, it is a 1989. And just for bonus...

Correct, it is a 1989. And just for bonus content, here's a pristine white one that also came through my collection earlier this year:
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04-01-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 854
Posted By guy1138

I recently parted out a Concorde and it had a...

I recently parted out a Concorde and it had a roller/needle bearing headset, looked like the bearings in this listing: https://www.ebay.com/itm/255987739950
12-01-22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 22,293
Views: 4,619,490
Posted By guy1138

They are pretty rare and desireable; full chrome...

They are pretty rare and desireable; full chrome under the paint, but $2500 is crazy. I paid $500 for mine back in 2016. It's pretty pristine, had a townie conversion done, but came with all the...
Replies: 25
Views: 1,638
Posted By guy1138

I've started taking deposits over Venmo to hold...

I've started taking deposits over Venmo to hold it any longer than a day. So far, everybody who paid a deposit has showed up, and only one sale didn't go through. But to be faaaaaiiir, it was a...
09-21-22, 12:50 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 7,894
Posted By guy1138

Originally it was. But about 15 years ago big...

Originally it was. But about 15 years ago big junk sellers started spamming keywords and made the search impossible, at least for electronics and auto parts. It's impossible to find what you're...
09-21-22, 12:45 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 7,894
Posted By guy1138

Yeah, exactly. If I sell a project bike that...

Yeah, exactly. If I sell a project bike that I've had and upgraded for years, how am I supposed to have any idea of the cost-basis. I spent 3 year gathering the proper Campy bits for my Bianchi! If...
09-21-22, 12:41 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 7,894
Posted By guy1138

That's *only* if it is listed as "goods and...

That's *only* if it is listed as "goods and services", right? If you receive under friends & family, it doesn't count towards the $600?
Replies: 25
Views: 1,638
Posted By guy1138

Me neither, but if you are; this is *the one* to...

Me neither, but if you are; this is *the one* to have.

It has the (rare) 600/Ultegra 7-speed indexed barcons, and is the best color they made.

Also, the RB-T is great because it was 700c,...
09-19-22, 10:07 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,570
Posted By guy1138

Its really awesome that 26" is making a...

Its really awesome that 26" is making a come-back. Mountain bikes you couldn't give away 10 years ago are now worth something and getting rebuilt with nice 1× groups. The ones with cool fades,...
09-18-22, 11:47 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,570
Posted By guy1138

Truth. I have only stripped and sold like three...

Truth. I have only stripped and sold like three low end, vertical dropout frames in the past few years. And I live in a hipster town, where people are still riding fixed. But bike theft is terrible...
08-31-22, 10:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 182
Posted By guy1138

It sounds like the trim pawls in the front...

It sounds like the trim pawls in the front shifter are sticking. Thats why its not catching on the upshift. it might need a flush and re-lube.

Also, make sure *every* pivot point on the FD is...
Replies: 12
Views: 1,344
Posted By guy1138

I do gotta say, those Royal Compe were the best...

I do gotta say, those Royal Compe were the best single pivot side-pulls ever made!
08-30-22, 02:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

Only six-speed SIS was Dura Ace ; this ain't dura...

Only six-speed SIS was Dura Ace ; this ain't dura ace.
08-30-22, 02:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

Amazing. It has a barrel adjuster threaded into...

Amazing. It has a barrel adjuster threaded into the plate retaining hole. To secure a claw type RD into a forged dropout. An RD non-original to the bike. Installed in a way that is clearly dangerous....
08-30-22, 10:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

I restored/refreshed a 1985 Miyata 610 last year....

I restored/refreshed a 1985 Miyata 610 last year. If you Google "1985 Miyata 610" my bike's Bike Index page is the first result. It has the Horizontal short...
08-29-22, 09:18 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

I'd separate the indexed period from the friction...

I'd separate the indexed period from the friction period.



They were so enamored with indexed, that they threw on the incorrect claw style RD on a bike with forged dropouts? I mean, it's...
08-29-22, 06:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

Nothing you said is wrong, but the RD on OP's...

Nothing you said is wrong, but the RD on OP's bike isn't correct for the year, or even the period.

This is an '85 610, SIS appeared only on Dura Ace (which this definitely isn't).

It looks more...
08-29-22, 06:11 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

Everything you said is *not wrong*. However,...

Everything you said is *not wrong*.

However, this SIS RD that OP has on there is nowhere near correct RD for the bike. OP should just get any long cage/mountain bike derailleur, slap it in, pull...
08-29-22, 03:46 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

It's really not. Find *any* Shimano mountain bike...

It's really not. Find *any* Shimano mountain bike derailleur with the threaded bolt instead of the "claw", it it will work. Install it on the dropout, then grab the top part of the derailleur and...
08-29-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,450
Posted By guy1138

It is installed wrong and will be dangerous down...

It is installed wrong and will be dangerous down the road. The "claw" has a hole at the back so it can be bolted into a corresponding hole on the dropout. But this dropout doesn't have that hole, it...
08-29-22, 08:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 858
Posted By guy1138

Wow, that is stealth for an Ebike though! Nobody...

Wow, that is stealth for an Ebike though! Nobody would guess it was electric assist at first (or even second) glance!
08-28-22, 10:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 858
Posted By guy1138

Well, moPED does have pedals, but they're geared...

Well, moPED does have pedals, but they're geared so low, you can really only pedal like 5mph. Pedals are mostly to get momentum to start the engin by dropping the clutch since they don't have a...
08-28-22, 04:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 783
Posted By guy1138

Thanks for your input! I'll be just over $800...

Thanks for your input! I'll be just over $800 all-in on this project (assuming I don't screw anything up), and I think since the frame is so nice (aluminum, hydraulic discs, 1x10 drivetrain, Brooks...
08-26-22, 04:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 783
Posted By guy1138

Sanity Check my E-bike build?

I think this should be a pretty straight forward project, but I'd love to hear from the DIY folks here about the part selection and brands.

I'm looking at a Bafang 48v, 500 Watt Rear Hub Motor Kit...
08-16-22, 02:42 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,021
Posted By guy1138

One of my favorites, Lemond Poprad, circa 2001 (I...

One of my favorites, Lemond Poprad, circa 2001 (I know, not that old, but I figure it gets a pass because steel & barcons) They put Sora on an 853 frame!
...
06-14-22, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By guy1138

Pretty good, the "guts" rotate freely in the...

Pretty good, the "guts" rotate freely in the clamp area, but you have to clamp it down pretty hard. I worry that it would fatigue the clamp eventually.
06-14-22, 11:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By guy1138

Thanks! That guy wants more for the seatpost...

Thanks! That guy wants more for the seatpost than I paid for the whole bike!
06-13-22, 07:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,270
Posted By guy1138

Unique seatpost?

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20220613_192520_37c7e5848e15a29c9ab19e8d2ac276cd40ae5c5b.jpg
anybody know anything about this seatpost? First time I've seen one; came...
04-18-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 484
Views: 34,682
Posted By guy1138

You're a monster. I love it!

You're a monster. I love it!
04-17-22, 09:50 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

Yeah, 100%. When these hordes of bikes and parts...

Yeah, 100%. When these hordes of bikes and parts get listed, it's always because the owner is going into assisted living or hospice (c'mon, twelve "hose hangers" to store what are probably worthless...
04-17-22, 09:38 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

That's actually a huge plus if you're in the US. ...

That's actually a huge plus if you're in the US. I've sold 100 bikes per year for the last 3 years, and 50-56cm frames are my best seller. I was actually running a waiting list for 46-50cm bikes for...
04-17-22, 02:35 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

I mean, you're basically arguing my exact point;...

I mean, you're basically arguing my exact point; these older steel bikes are great value; so by their nature, they can't get too expensive. Also, with wider tires and gravel being the new hotness,...
04-17-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

To be Faaaaaaaiiir, it does say "Day(s)" on the...

To be Faaaaaaaiiir, it does say "Day(s)" on the listing.
04-16-22, 07:45 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

I see. So how much are you going to bid, Cliff?

I see. So how much are you going to bid, Cliff?
04-16-22, 07:42 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

Yes, they are absolutely cratering now. The...

Yes, they are absolutely cratering now. The Campy Deltas or cobaltos, super record stuff that you had to pay thousands for just 10 years ago is now only worth hundreds. My friend had a Vitus frame...
04-16-22, 06:11 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

I gotta say, I think you're mistaken. At...

I gotta say, I think you're mistaken.

At 45,I'm among the youngest at local vintage rides and swap meets, by at least 10-15 years. The people who have collections and really appreciate the golden...
04-16-22, 05:41 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 9,389
Posted By guy1138

At $500 per bike, there's no way this lot is...

At $500 per bike, there's no way this lot is going to move.
Replies: 11
Views: 2,503
Posted By guy1138

Whoah, can't wait to see more of that one!

Whoah, can't wait to see more of that one!
Replies: 39
Views: 34,494
Posted By guy1138

It's definitely on my list to pick up as well!

It's definitely on my list to pick up as well!
Replies: 646
Views: 280,573
Posted By guy1138

Yep, winter is "buying and wrenching" season for...

Yep, winter is "buying and wrenching" season for me. I'm going back through my "saved" ads on FB & CL to see which bikes are still around and if the owners want to drop prices.
Replies: 11
Views: 1,105
Posted By guy1138

That is a HUGE frame, definitely for a much...

That is a HUGE frame, definitely for a much taller rider, I'd say 6'3 or above!
Replies: 10
Views: 1,459
Posted By guy1138

Definitely interested in this one if you still...

Definitely interested in this one if you still have it. I'm 5'8" so should be the right size.
Replies: 11
Views: 2,503
Posted By guy1138

Yeah, on BF C&V "it is known" that...

Yeah, on BF C&V "it is known" that mixte/step-thru frames are lower value than the "men's" equivalent bike, but in my experience it is the exact opposite. And honestly, I'm not really trying that...
Replies: 24
Views: 1,533
Posted By guy1138

Ha, the last 2 years, I've basically become a...

Ha, the last 2 years, I've basically become a full time bike dealer, and had multiple buyers go to my neighbors' house before it dawned on me that they had painted their brick and door the same color...
Replies: 10
Views: 1,128
Posted By guy1138

I would clean up the paint, grease the seatpost...

I would clean up the paint, grease the seatpost if it comes loose and service the headset. Then sell it as-is; not worth refreshing, the cost of consumables will exceed the value. If I WAS going to...
Replies: 12
Views: 1,249
Posted By guy1138

I'm in the American Southwest, and 50-56cm are my...

I'm in the American Southwest, and 50-56cm are my quickest movers. We have a lot of female cyclists in town, so that may up the preference for smaller frames. Last summer I had a waitlist for...
Replies: 2
Views: 561
Posted By guy1138

Pinarello Rescue

Picked this one up, and it's my size for once!. Looks sound except for one dent on he seat tube, where someone probably mounted one of those terrible U-lock brackets. Paint is definitely rough, it...
Replies: 11
Views: 2,503
Posted By guy1138

FWIW, I just sold a fully tuned up, new tires,...

FWIW, I just sold a fully tuned up, new tires, diamond frame Univega Via Montega for $300, and that was me giving a good deal because I wanted the money before christmas instead of waiting for...
Replies: 15
Views: 5,633
Posted By guy1138

The frame is a very cool "wall hanger" or...

The frame is a very cool "wall hanger" or alternatively worth $1.50 at the scrapyard since alu prices are through the roof. If the parts work, I'd be interested at any price under $100.
12-06-21, 12:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,535
Posted By guy1138

So right! I always start at the chainring bolts,...

So right! I always start at the chainring bolts, then the pedals, THEN the BB.
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