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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-05-23, 01:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 302
Posted By billytwosheds

Knowing the stack height would help it move...

Knowing the stack height would help it move along, not that it's needed. Those are relatively shallow for those who needed IIRC.

Great seller BTW :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,045
Posted By tiger1964

Looks less like leather and more like satay to...

Looks less like leather and more like satay to me... oh, great, now I'm hungry.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-18-23, 10:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By rccardr

There’s a guy on Paceline with a nice looking...

There’s a guy on Paceline with a nice looking Fizik that’s bright red. Worth a gander.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-11-23, 05:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 381
Posted By jamesdak

Too big....sigh....... How is this not gone?

Too big....sigh.......

How is this not gone?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-23, 09:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 662
Posted By Harold74

This is certainly fine by me as the OP. I'd...

This is certainly fine by me as the OP. I'd considered asking the same thing and would welcome any advice in this regard.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 798
Posted By alexihnen

I’ve had quite a few bikes (maybe a dozen) packed...

I’ve had quite a few bikes (maybe a dozen) packed up by a shop. Only one was a problem. The chainring had cut through the bottom of the box. I emailed a photo to the shop and they refunded the $125...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 777
Posted By PhotonDon

Goodbye, old friend

I just spent 12 hours driving back from my old hometown to attend the memorial service of my old school friend, Duck. We all got caught up in the early 70s bike boom, and decided we had to make a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-23, 07:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By Kabuki12

Another heads up for Greg and what he does for...

Another heads up for Greg and what he does for our community. For over a year I had wanted the pantographed chainrings for my Colnago and his machinist was out. I had seen used ones and anything I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-23, 05:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By SJX426

Greg is great! I want to put a plug in for him...

Greg is great!
I want to put a plug in for him on a specific decal. The Colnago "Superissimo." He was the only one I could find that had this specific decal for 1983 Colnago.
I recently contacted...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-14-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 926
Posted By shoota

I'm in for the Dia Compe 981s please.

I'm in for the Dia Compe 981s please.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-10-23, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 926
Posted By billytwosheds

PM'd re: those monoplanars. Drool.

PM'd re: those monoplanars. Drool.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-10-23, 04:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 926
Posted By rancho66

PM sent on the Toe Clips and Straps.

PM sent on the Toe Clips and Straps.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-10-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 926
Posted By sd5782

PM sent on 36t 118 bcd chainring

PM sent on 36t 118 bcd chainring
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-05-23, 11:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 323
Posted By unworthy1

decals still available, but it's an incomplete...

decals still available, but it's an incomplete "set" and not exactly like what Greg S. is showing online for Allegro, currently.
Quite a deal for a truly fine Swiss frameset (and more!) which will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-23, 03:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 501
Posted By merziac

No nightmares here aside from what I might do if...

No nightmares here aside from what I might do if I caught someone trying, probably get shot or beatup for not being smart enough to bring a gun to a gunfight.

So there is nothing you can do about,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-23, 11:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 779
Posted By non-fixie

When scrolling down, at first I only saw this...

When scrolling down, at first I only saw this first sentence of your reply, and was amazed you'd found a way to set an out-of-office reply on the forum. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-23, 12:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 870
Posted By seagrade

Future classic Merlin Extralight

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-10-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 329
Posted By ironwood

The proper term for a french fender is garde-boue.

The proper term for a french fender is garde-boue.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 553
Posted By Mr. Spadoni

Any seller that blurs the info on the packaging...

Any seller that blurs the info on the packaging in their ad is hiding something from someone…..
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-08-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 897
Posted By heidelbergensis

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-23, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 465
Posted By Brewsmith

Early Merlin Titanum 604 x Superbe Pro Build

This was a fun one...

I have been infatuated with the Superbe Pro group since I got into bikes and this provieded a unique opportunity. I purchased the bike from the original owner who spec'd it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,867
Posted By steelbikeguy

isn't that sorta the whole point of consumerism? ...

isn't that sorta the whole point of consumerism?
You buy stuff and get to liking it, and then the manufacturers come out with something newer and shinier and with one more cog on the back.
You buy...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-19-23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 682
Posted By alexihnen

SOLD: Fuso #448, 56cm, DuraAce

The photos tell the story. This is Fuso #448 in the lovely charcoal & deep red color scheme. It has a clean DuraAce 7401 group on it. American Classic seat post, reproduction Turbo saddle. Index...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-23, 03:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 741
Posted By tjfastback66

Freshen up the Schwinn High Sierra

After acquiring this one owner Schwinn High Sierra last Summer I am finally getting around to a deep dive into restoring. I pulled it out of cold storage and the steering tube would barely move! So I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-23, 11:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By Wildwood

Ira Ryan goes solo again

This is everyone's opportunity to buy from that classic one man shop, full custom, American classic handmade steel. From Portland, OR.

Go it alone: bike builder Ira Ryan leaves Breadwinner...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-23, 10:18 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 17,610
Posted By gugie

I think he's improved over the last few years. I...

I think he's improved over the last few years. I haven't had decals and clear coat from them, so I'm unsure of their quality. If you want a decent powder coat job, they can do it. If you want a top...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 17,610
Posted By gugie

Thanks, updated. A viable option for you...

Thanks, updated.

A viable option for you maybe to drive up to Portland and have Jason at CC Coatings do it for you. Page 1 of this thread has the link.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-23, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By billytwosheds

FWIW I engaged with John Allen years ago when...

FWIW I engaged with John Allen years ago when they monetized Sheldon's website with Google ads. The ad placement was a mess and it was repeating those clickbait belly fat ads that basically nobody...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 04:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By merziac

:thumb: ...

:thumb:

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By merziac

Dave needs a good lad to help him continue his...

Dave needs a good lad to help him continue his great work, truly hope he finds one for our sake and his. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By embankmentlb

There are many people that seem to become cult...

There are many people that seem to become cult personalities in the cycling world. Many have polarized opinions that they support by endless promoting of themselves and their products through blogs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

I remember when Dave would post here in C&V. I...

I remember when Dave would post here in C&V. I always enjoyed reading his contributions, but was such a noob at the time, I rarely if ever could add any bits of wisdom to the conversation. I used...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By SJX426

I have thoroughly enjoyed his blog and referenced...

I have thoroughly enjoyed his blog and referenced it often. I believe he helps people understand all the little nuances of being a frame builder, at least from his experience and approach. His...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-07-23, 10:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 378
Posted By obrentharris

Obscure Tools Part VI Salsa Size-O-Matic

Size-O-Matic is sold. $75 shipped in the U.S. I'm willing to ship anywhere if you pay the postage difference.
This is the crown jewel of the Obscure Tools series! Why buy numerous stems until you...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-07-23, 09:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 532
Posted By obrentharris

Obscure Tools Part V Park KS-1 Schwinn Kickstand Removal Tool

Sold $30 Shipped in the U.S. I'm willing to ship anywhere if you pay the postage difference.
Certainly someone here has enough Varsities to justify buying this!
Park discontinued this tool but the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-07-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 690
Posted By obrentharris

Obscure Tools Part IV JA Stein Freewheel Grease Injector

$35 each shipped in the U.S. I'm willing to ship anywhere if you pay the postage difference. Red ones are sold out.
These are new and unused. I have the plain, red, and black. Be sure to read the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-07-23, 09:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 392
Posted By obrentharris

Obscure Tools Part III 26x1" Steering Tube Die and Holder

Sold $45 shipped in the U.S. I'm willing to ship anywhere if you pay the postage difference.

Here's one for the aficionados of old Raleighs, an unused 26tpi x 1" Eldi brand die with unknown...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-23, 01:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By zandoval

Here's a close facsimile. Certainly not exact but...

Here's a close facsimile. Certainly not exact but it will allow you to make a decal using the Helicopter tape transfer...

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-23, 11:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By cudak888

I can't help with finding someone who can make...

I can't help with finding someone who can make foil replicas, but if you can get a flat scan of the crankarm along with length and height measurements, I should be able to do an Illustrator Live...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By bertinjim

The Thin Man - Cyclomondo offers Raleigh and...

The Thin Man -

Cyclomondo offers Raleigh and Carlton versions of that decal. It is quite possible that he will do a custom repro for Motobecane.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-23, 12:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By RustyJames

The kids have their own language. My little...

The kids have their own language. My little cherub has said things like “kinda sus bruh” or “what a bot”. Every now and then I actually understand what he is saying.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-23, 11:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 520
Posted By Lattz

Possibly not, but since it is on a flat surface,...

Possibly not, but since it is on a flat surface, it is easy to scan, unlike the frame decals, and it is also a rather simple one. Since you have it, once scanned you can trace it in a vector graphics...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 11:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 737
Posted By unworthy1

Ouch! If they had smooth leather white I would be...

Ouch! If they had smooth leather white I would be beside myself!
Still, a great price for "nubuck" in boring earthtones...
;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 587
Posted By romanlotus

A 1986 Falcon Triathlon 600 followed me home today

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-23, 10:25 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,933
Posted By downtube42

Things I say to myself Experiences over...

Things I say to myself

Experiences over things.
Don't leave my kids to deal with all my crap.
Possessions weigh me down.

Next time I move, I'm moving with one suitcase. That's the dream,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-23, 09:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,897
Posted By steine13

I put old cable in housing before I cut it,...

I put old cable in housing before I cut it, making the step above unnecessary.

cheers -mathias
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-23, 11:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,067
Posted By sfazio

Mirror finish--what say you?

I am finishing building up my 1970 PX-10 and spent most of the afternoon at the bench grinder/buffer. As usual I walked away looking like a coal miner and my workbench is a mess but I am so happy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 957
Posted By Aardwolf

DIY Painting Stand

Hiya Folks,
I'm looking to try frame painting but I live in a London flat so I'm going to have to do any spraying in the garden.
So it seemed to me that a painting stand would be needed, here's my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-23, 02:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By rideandgoseek

Cecil Behringer Restoration

I bought this mid 70’s Behringer Custom from francophile back in August and took my time restoring it over the last few months with the help of my buddy. francophile was an awesome seller and I’m...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-24-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,513
Posted By Catnap

Thank you! I'd humbly add that in addition to...

Thank you! I'd humbly add that in addition to timing, it's about being curious and being willing to ask questions / pull on loose threads to see where they go. The adventure began on an empty...
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