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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-14, 03:40 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

The Superlight was Torpado's top-of-the-line bike...

The Superlight was Torpado's top-of-the-line bike (Campy Super Record groupset, Columbus SLX tubing). Buy It Now price is $850. Nice Price, or Crack Pipe?

TORPADO SUPERLIGHT COLUMBUS SL CAMPAGNOLO...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-14, 11:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,596
Posted By SolBadguy

Oof. Of course I have to get the wheel than needs...

Oof. Of course I have to get the wheel than needs an expensive, specialized tool. Thanks for setting me straight on the manufacturer, I knew it was French but thought Atom for some reason.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-14, 08:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,596
Posted By SolBadguy

Tool for removing Atom freewheel

I got a set of wheels off of another Schwinn so I can get my dad's Schwinn back on the road. I need to take this greasy Atom freewheel off of this hub. Is there a Park Tool number anyone could...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-14, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,377
Posted By SolBadguy

I had a feeling random "mechanic" guy was making...

I had a feeling random "mechanic" guy was making a big deal out of nothing, but since I'm still getting my wheels back under me I wanted to be sure. Thanks for the confirmations folks. I may still...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-14, 12:31 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,377
Posted By SolBadguy

Question regarding trekking handlebar conversion

I've changed the handlebars on my Cannondale from drop to trekking. While biking in Boston on Tuesday, some random guy who said he was a bike mechanic said my handlebar is mounted in the wrong...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-14, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,132,857
Posted By SolBadguy

My 1985 Cannondale ST400. I'm currently turning...

My 1985 Cannondale ST400. I'm currently turning it into a commuter and grocery bike:

...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-08-14, 05:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,290
Posted By SolBadguy

I'm not a big guy (only 5' 7") and it seems to...

I'm not a big guy (only 5' 7") and it seems to fit me fine. Maybe it's still a little on the small side, but not uncomfortably so.



From the 1985 catalog at vintagecannondale.com:

Crankset:...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-08-14, 12:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,290
Posted By SolBadguy

Oops, I forgot to mention the purchase price....

Oops, I forgot to mention the purchase price. $150.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-14, 03:54 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

Another mostly original bike, a 1976-ish Raleigh...

Another mostly original bike, a 1976-ish Raleigh Super Course Mk. II. The seller told me he threw out the original Brooks saddle because it was completely tattered, but he knocked the price down to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-14, 03:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

Here's some ads for a few other bikes I test-rode...

Here's some ads for a few other bikes I test-rode this weekend.

All original Gitane Champion:

city townie country bike - $166 (Waltham) (http://boston.craigslist.org/bmw/bik/4655100589.html)
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-07-14, 03:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,290
Posted By SolBadguy

1985 Cannondale ST400

I just picked up this bike for a commuter, a 1985 Cannondale ST400 in fire engine red. Shimano 600 EX groupset. It's mostly original (even the tires). It was missing a bottle cage and needs new bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-14, 08:19 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

I test-rode this bike today. It's in good shape,...

I test-rode this bike today. It's in good shape, smooth ride, Accushift rear derailer works great, comfy. Sadly, it's too small for me.

I would replace the front derailer cable if I bought it. It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-14, 01:36 AM
Replies: 793
Views: 96,138
Posted By SolBadguy

Green Spot, a superb Irish whiskey. ...

Green Spot, a superb Irish whiskey.

https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pL-qFBnY5Fg/UUux9nW-_JI/AAAAAAAAAro/IyNNfnogAXc/s1600/GreenSpotIrishWhiskey.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-14, 08:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,943
Posted By SolBadguy

Nope, the Shimano is too wide. The spacing...

Nope, the Shimano is too wide. The spacing between the cogs is larger than on the Regina. The original Regina freewheel has 14t on the smallest cog and works fine.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-14, 12:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,943
Posted By SolBadguy

Update: Turns out the freewheel I am using...

Update: Turns out the freewheel I am using (Shimano) is too wide. Without spacers, the smallest (13t) cog wheel scrapes a little against the back of the dropout/chainstay. With washers, the scraping...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-14, 06:18 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 18,681
Posted By SolBadguy

Ciclolinea Pelten Shade HB tape. I had the blue...

Ciclolinea Pelten Shade HB tape. I had the blue color on my Torpado for a while, but I had to change it. It looked cool, but felt awful, even with gloves on.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-14, 02:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,461
Posted By SolBadguy

Thanks for the explanation. I find this sort of...

Thanks for the explanation. I find this sort of thing interesting, both the etymology and the machines/techniques used to make these decorations. I was familiar with the other definition of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-14, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,779,140
Posted By SolBadguy

ISO: Schwinn Sportabout or Continental tubular...

ISO: Schwinn Sportabout or Continental tubular fork. Prefer the "Sunburst Orange" color of the Sportabout if you have it. The fork on my bike is pretty badly bent. Here's an example:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-14, 06:21 PM
Replies: 8,800
Views: 1,116,592
Posted By SolBadguy

Yesterday I received a used Concor Profil saddle...

Yesterday I received a used Concor Profil saddle in the mail. This is the type my bike originally came with. The Avocet that is currently on the bike is falling apart and not at all comfortable. Even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-14, 07:18 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,943
Posted By SolBadguy

Hell yeah! \m/ Though, given my hammer mechanic...

Hell yeah! \m/ Though, given my hammer mechanic way of working on things, I'm probably more "cursed" than "blessed"...

Anyways, I've decided to play it safe. I found a lightly used Shimano 6-speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-14, 04:04 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

Torpado Columbus SLX frameset: Vintige...

Torpado Columbus SLX frameset:

Vintige Italian Torpado Cinelli Road Bike Frame Set | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintige-Italian-TORPADO-CINELLI-Road-Bike-Frame-Set-/321497489018)

400705...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-14, 02:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,943
Posted By SolBadguy

28t too low for Nuovo Record RD?

I just got a set of clincher wheels for my Torpado for commuting (it came with sew-ups). They did not come with a freewheel. I was hoping to get a 6- or 7-speed with a lower gear than the 6-speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-14, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 11,461
Posted By SolBadguy

Would these engravings on my Torpado frame be...

Would these engravings on my Torpado frame be considered "pantographing," or would/should they be referred to by some other term?

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-14, 07:14 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 63,377
Posted By SolBadguy

My 1985-ish Torpado Super Racing yesterday on a...

My 1985-ish Torpado Super Racing yesterday on a beautiful day in Boston.

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n137/ArtOfRuin1285/Bicycles/20140819_135957_zps7413928b.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-14, 07:05 PM
Replies: 8,800
Views: 1,116,592
Posted By SolBadguy

Not in the mail, but I just picked up some...

Not in the mail, but I just picked up some Weinmann 700C rims with Campy Nuovo Record hubs for my Torpado. After one of my vintage (as in, almost as old as my bike) sew-ups suffered a big blowout I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 09:16 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

Was going to post this but I see it's already...

Was going to post this but I see it's already covered. It did get a price drop, though.

PRICE CUT Vintage Cilo Sprint X bicycle with Campagnolo Components - $450 (brockton)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 06:25 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 71,777
Posted By SolBadguy

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n137/ArtOfRuin1...

http://i111.photobucket.com/albums/n137/ArtOfRuin1285/Bicycles/20140814_153823_zpsf4fad6a4.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 06:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,404
Posted By SolBadguy

I got some dimensions. The pads are about 41mm...

I got some dimensions. The pads are about 41mm wide and 12mm tall. I found a fleaBay listing for Campy/Weinmann Kool-Stop pads with exact dimensions and it looks like they will fit.

4 Mathauser...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-14, 04:09 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,189,085
Posted By SolBadguy

Austro Daimler AD SLE - $200 (South Attleboro,...

Austro Daimler AD SLE - $200 (South Attleboro, ma) (https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/4592009156.html)

399210
399211
399212
399213
399214
399215

531 Reynolds Tubing
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-14, 09:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,404
Posted By SolBadguy

Brake pads for Universal CX brakes?

The Universal CX are vintage brakes so I figured this question belongs here. If it should go to Bicycle Mechanics please let me know.

The rear pads on my Torpado are starting to look worn. I am...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-13-14, 09:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,619
Posted By SolBadguy

The hubs are Campy. I'm assuming they are Nuovo...

The hubs are Campy. I'm assuming they are Nuovo Record since the catalog says that's what it came with and the wheels appear to be original. Headset is Campy, too.

I took the Torpado out for an...
Forum: Introductions
08-12-14, 06:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 384
Posted By SolBadguy

The Schwinn is meant for me to learn how to take...

The Schwinn is meant for me to learn how to take apart and put bikes back together. I got it for free, so can't beat that, right?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-12-14, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,619
Posted By SolBadguy

:eek: I only paid $270 for the Super Racing. The...

:eek: I only paid $270 for the Super Racing. The seller wanted $300 but I was able to talk him down due to the pedals. I've only seen one other Torpado for sale on my local CL, and it's a lesser...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-11-14, 08:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,619
Posted By SolBadguy

1980's Torpado Super Racing

I picked up a 1980's Torpado Super Racing bike from a gentleman off of craigslist and wanted to get an idea of how much it is worth and if I paid a good price for it. You can find an old catalog...
Forum: Introductions
08-11-14, 07:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 384
Posted By SolBadguy

Hello from Massachusetts!

Hello,

It's been a long time since I've been on a bike and just recently purchased a decent older road bike and also started working on getting my dad's old Schwinn tank-bike back on the road. I...
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