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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-15, 01:21 AM
Replies: 278
Views: 65,310
Posted By David Laird

As others have stated, it depends mainly on what...

As others have stated, it depends mainly on what type of riding you do. I'm a bit older, so I'm not going to race, or even ride in fast club rides. I prefer leisurely road rides no longer than 50...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-14, 09:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,213
Posted By David Laird

Maintaining polished aluminum bits

I am a sucker for highly polished hubs, rims, cranksets, brakes, and other aluminum bits on classic steel lugged bikes. Once I have polished up the rims, hubs, cranksets, etc. how do I maintain the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-14, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,543
Posted By David Laird

Stronglight 99 and TA Cyclotouriste crank dust caps

Hi Gang,

The hex hole in the dust cap of one of my TA Cyclotouriste crank arms has become worn and rounded, which makes removal difficult. Do these old cranks use the 23.3 mm size dust caps if I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-13, 11:33 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Nice looking bike. You must have really long...

Nice looking bike. You must have really long legs! I'm 5'11", and the largest frame I can handle comfortable is 24" (64 cm c-to-top).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-13, 09:28 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

I'd say it is a 1974 frame -- in 1974,...

I'd say it is a 1974 frame -- in 1974, Internationals came in "Champagne" or "Copper" with similar Raleigh lettering on the downtube and chainstays as your frame. The original components were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-13, 11:45 PM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 537,586
Posted By David Laird

As noglider mentioned, the best "period-correct"...

As noglider mentioned, the best "period-correct" derailleur might be the SunTour VGT Luxe. My favorite vintage SunTour would be a Cyclone GT because they are lighter with a jewel-like polish (at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-13, 02:42 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

My latest project bike -- AMF Hercules ladies 3...

My latest project bike -- AMF Hercules ladies 3 speed from the 1960s. This was sitting in my mother's garage since the 70s. It's a nice classic English 3 speed in decent condition. I replaced the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-13, 11:13 AM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 537,586
Posted By David Laird

I have an old set of Specialized Armadillos on my...

I have an old set of Specialized Armadillos on my old Trek. They rarely ever get flats, and they wear well. Specialized stopped making them in gumwall, so I tried a set of brown-sided Continental...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-13, 06:33 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 48,241
Posted By David Laird

I have a Shimano 600 EX (6207) on my 1986 Trek...

I have a Shimano 600 EX (6207) on my 1986 Trek 520, and it has always worked flawlessly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-13, 07:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By David Laird

Of course. I meant 5/32". Found some at a local...

Of course. I meant 5/32". Found some at a local hardware store, and they work fine. Thanks again ")
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-13, 12:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By David Laird

Many thanks! Now to find 5/16" bearings--maybe...

Many thanks! Now to find 5/16" bearings--maybe the local hardware store will have some.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-13, 04:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By David Laird

Repairing vintage 3 speed twist shifter

I am resurrecting an old AMF Hercules 3 speed for my wife to ride around town. It has a 1960s vintage 3 speed twist shifter to shift the SA AW 3 speed hub. I disassembled the shifter, and it looks as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-13, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,479
Posted By David Laird

I have a pair of 700C CR-18s which I laced up on...

I have a pair of 700C CR-18s which I laced up on my Campy NR HF hubs for my Raleigh International. Should have checked there first :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-13, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,479
Posted By David Laird

Many thanks for the suggestions. You are indeed...

Many thanks for the suggestions. You are indeed correct--40 rear/32 front. I had forgotten to check Sun's rim offerings.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-13, 05:18 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 48,241
Posted By David Laird

RE: Best touring derailleur?

I'm a big fan of SunTour touring derailleurs. My firs choice would be the Cyclone GT for its light weight and jewel-like finish. I'm not certain it is as reliable, however--my Cyclone GT developed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-13, 05:11 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 48,241
Posted By David Laird

I put on a SunTour Cyclone GT on my 1974 Raleigh...

I put on a SunTour Cyclone GT on my 1974 Raleigh International, but problems with the long c age return spring forced me to replace it. I put on a Cyclone Mk II GT instead, which works fine. For a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-13, 12:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,479
Posted By David Laird

Resurrecting 1968 AMF Hercules 3speed

I took my sister's childhood AMF Hercules bicycle (ca 1968 or so) to restore and give to my wife for around town cruising. The bike was sitting in my mother's garage for 30+ years, and needs an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-13, 07:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,308
Posted By David Laird

Thanks for the suggestions. Upon closer...

Thanks for the suggestions. Upon closer inspection, I noticed an indentation next to the crank dust cap. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, I removed the dust cap, so I was able to get access to the nut...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,308
Posted By David Laird

Removing Shimano GS Crankset

I was given a beater mountain bike (probably from the late 1980s or 1990s) with Shimano GS200 components (including Rapid-Fire shifter). It needs an overhaul and a new rear tire to make it ridable....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-13, 11:03 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Gorgeous! The paint and the chromed lugs remind...

Gorgeous! The paint and the chromed lugs remind me of an early 70s Raleigh International. Just replace the stem and handlebars and put on some Weinmann brake levers with white hoods :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-13, 09:21 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

i just finished reburbishing my 1974 Raleigh...

i just finished reburbishing my 1974 Raleigh International. I installed my beloved Brooks B-15 saddle (from my old Super Course), exchanged the Campy NR drivetrain for a TA Triple, swapped out the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-13, 08:20 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

And here is my 1986 Trek 520 (pretty similar,...

And here is my 1986 Trek 520 (pretty similar, no?)

http://i1308.photobucket.com/albums/s603/retrogrouch58/Classic%20And%20Vintage%20Bikes/20120626_174625_zps931bb79e.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-12, 12:55 PM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 537,586
Posted By David Laird

Nice old Super Course

Nice find!

From the pictures, it looks the same as my old '72 Super Course:
Simplex Prestige derailleurs and shifters
Stronglight cottered steel crank
GB stem
Weinman Vainquer centerpulls with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 11:52 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Your Bob Jackson looks beautiful. I'd ride one...

Your Bob Jackson looks beautiful. I'd ride one of those any day...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-12, 10:48 PM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 537,586
Posted By David Laird

The old Super Course looks great! I once had a...

The old Super Course looks great! I once had a '72 SC in the same color, which I rode everywhere.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-12, 12:12 PM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 537,586
Posted By David Laird

I once had a 23.5" coffee '72 SC. This looks...

I once had a 23.5" coffee '72 SC. This looks very similar (apart from the color), but mine had a few minor differences:
1. The label "Raleigh" was in gold script on the downtube.
2. My Simplex...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-12, 03:45 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Marshall, Many thanks for the compliments. ...

Marshall,

Many thanks for the compliments. Your touch-ups look fine. I am updating it a bit, so expect more photos when I'm done. It rides like a dream.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-12, 03:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,489
Posted By David Laird

BB Recommendations for Stronglight 99 triple crankset

I want to replace my Campagnolo NR Triple crank with a Stronglight 99 triple crank -- 36 teeth is the smallest inner chainring on the Campy, and I want 28t for the inner chainring.

Since I have...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-12, 11:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,912
Posted By David Laird

Great story. Sometimes the closest LBS is the...

Great story. Sometimes the closest LBS is the most convenient for what you need, but it pays to shop around. Since either shop was a locally-owned and operated shop (not a chain like Performance),...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-12, 10:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,270
Posted By David Laird

Type 2 diabetes is tough, but not as tough as...

Type 2 diabetes is tough, but not as tough as Type 1, which I have had for 40 years (since age 14). At least you can take pills instead of shots to help deal with it.
Lose weight, eat better, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-12, 09:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,514
Posted By David Laird

This winter I finished this project. I used...

This winter I finished this project. I used polished CR18 700C rims with DT Competition spokes. It was fun building my first set of wheels.

As for brakes, the Campy Record brakes didn't have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-12, 08:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 440
Posted By David Laird

BB Recommendations for Stronglight 99 triple crankset

I want to replace my Campagnolo NR Triple crank with a Stronglight 99 triple crank -- 36 teeth is the smallest inner chainring on the Campy, and I want 28t for the inner chainring.

Since I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 08:21 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Gorgeous bike! I miss the classic lugged...

Gorgeous bike! I miss the classic lugged frames...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-06-11, 02:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,388
Posted By David Laird

My '72 Paramount P-15 has 27" Weinmann rims. Not...

My '72 Paramount P-15 has 27" Weinmann rims. Not sure about the original tires, but 27" X 1 1/4" Pasela gumwall tires work fine. The Weinmann rims are straight-sided, so you can't pump them up to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-11, 01:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,439
Posted By David Laird

The best resource for Schwinn Paramount specs...

The best resource for Schwinn Paramount specs that I have found starts with the Waterford Bikes website (www.waterfordbikes.com). Go to "Culture" and check out the Paramount link and the Schwinn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-05-11, 10:08 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Gorgeous Chrome Paramount! BTW, are those...

Gorgeous Chrome Paramount! BTW, are those Weinmann 610 centerpulls? I have a '72 Chrome Paramount P-15 with Campy NR sidepulls. Are those rims 700C or original 27"?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-11, 07:19 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,997
Posted By David Laird

Steel is proven to be more reliable than...

Steel is proven to be more reliable than carbon-framed bikes, mainly because carbon-framed bikes haven't been around for decades in great numbers as steel has. Check out the discussion about steel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-11, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Beautiful! Looks just like my '72 chrome...

Beautiful! Looks just like my '72 chrome Paramount P-15, except my RD is a Campagnolo Rally. Are those Capagnolo bar end shifters, or some others? I was wondering if it would be worth it to switch...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-11, 07:32 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,514
Posted By David Laird

Converting vintage Paramount to 700C

Many thanks for your comments.

There are two major reasons for converting to 700C:
1. The other road bikes in my household are 700C, and I don't want to keep several different sizes of tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-11, 11:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,514
Posted By David Laird

What size Weinmann centerpulls to use for 700C conversion?

Hi Folks,

I recently posted a thread about upgrading my '72 Paramount P-15. My bike currently has Campy NR high flange hubs with 27" Weinmann rims.

I want to build up a set of wheels similar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-17-11, 10:43 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,054,638
Posted By David Laird

Photos of the P-15 Paramount

My 1972 Schwinn Paramount P-15 in chrome...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-11, 07:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,808
Posted By David Laird

It definitely attracts attention from other...

It definitely attracts attention from other old-timers on the bike trails :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-11, 07:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,808
Posted By David Laird

You're right--I think it is 42. The 36 tooth...

You're right--I think it is 42. The 36 tooth smallest ring is the main issue--wish it were 28 or 30 instead.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-11, 06:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,808
Posted By David Laird

Photos of the P-15 Paramount

Here is are some photos:
http://i1188.photobucket.com/albums/z402/jdlaird58/72%20Chrome%20Paramount/IMG_1732.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-11, 09:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,808
Posted By David Laird

Modernizing '72 Paramount P-15

A few months ago I bought a vintage 1972 Schwinn Paramount P-15. It is nearly original -- all Campagnolo NR (brakes, headset, triple (52/49/36) crank, seatpost, Superleggieri pedals, HF Record hubs,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-11, 08:13 AM
Replies: 2,175
Views: 537,586
Posted By David Laird

Beautiful! I had a '72 SC just like this (23.5...

Beautiful! I had a '72 SC just like this (23.5 inch), but I gave it away about 10 years ago--Alas! When I last had mine, it had TA triple crankset, Suntour derailleurs/shifters and a Weyless front...
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