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12-17-09, 11:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,347
Posted By yepyep

I had one, gosh I hated the Tange OS tubing. Made...

I had one, gosh I hated the Tange OS tubing. Made for a very dead ride.
12-11-09, 10:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,037
Posted By yepyep

If that is indeed wax or parafin on the saddle I...

If that is indeed wax or parafin on the saddle I would suggest naptha (aka zippo fluid) in very light doses using a soft cloth ala french polishing to get it off. Naptha is fairly gentle and it makes...
12-11-09, 09:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,997
Posted By yepyep

It reminds me of an Amphicar! Can you make that...

It reminds me of an Amphicar! Can you make that thing sea-worthy and add a prop?
12-07-09, 11:52 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,974
Posted By yepyep

I would like to add that the Soviets glass in...

I would like to add that the Soviets glass in their cameras is amazing for the price. Only because they took over Zeiss factories behind the Iron Curtain (Zeiss Jena). The machines made killer lenses...
12-07-09, 11:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,974
Posted By yepyep

I collect (and use extensively) old soviet bloc...

I collect (and use extensively) old soviet bloc cameras and find that speedo to be way cool (their Leica copies are wonderful to behold but terrible to actually use). Also soviet engineering does not...
12-04-09, 02:29 PM
12-04-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,577
Posted By yepyep

http://bighugelabs.com/output/motivator2041569944a...

http://bighugelabs.com/output/motivator2041569944ac8b96e5d8b537a83b2ffa794c6b71.jpg
12-04-09, 10:21 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,225
Posted By yepyep

Hmm, I have a few. Some ended well, some did not....

Hmm, I have a few. Some ended well, some did not.
I bought a 1964 Fender Duosonic. The seller did say in the auction that it was refinished, but otherwise original. This story will probably make...
11-30-09, 10:15 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,149
Posted By yepyep

Just like crows a fleet of 3-speeds is known as a...

Just like crows a fleet of 3-speeds is known as a murder. Or at least it should be in my head.
11-27-09, 11:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,175
Posted By yepyep

I just scanned this post quickly. I wonder if the...

I just scanned this post quickly. I wonder if the Dia-Compe hoods from VO would suit your needs, perhaps with a bit of trimming.
11-27-09, 11:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 885
Posted By yepyep

I think I Sheldon's site has a Raleigh Tourist...

I think I Sheldon's site has a Raleigh Tourist shop manual scan from 78 (?) that still used rod brakes.
11-27-09, 11:10 PM
Replies: 1,073
Views: 230,370
Posted By yepyep

Doohickie, I see that Schwinn every single day...

Doohickie, I see that Schwinn every single day locked up at AHHS. It moves, so I know it isn't abandoned and gets put to good use. The guy on the yellow sprite is a friend of mine.
11-27-09, 10:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 885
Posted By yepyep

Got a DL-1! (attn doohickie)

I picked this up last weekend while on a little weekend vacation in the hill country. It is a DL-1, right? Quite clean with brand new Kenda tires. It got an instant approval from my gal and the $30...
11-18-09, 08:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,207
Posted By yepyep

New tires

New tires
11-16-09, 10:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,514
Posted By yepyep

Man, I still want a Huffy Aerowind so bad. It is...

Man, I still want a Huffy Aerowind so bad. It is really wonderful Americana. $20, score!
11-15-09, 08:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By yepyep

Thanks, I will add that the rear "dropouts"...

Thanks,
I will add that the rear "dropouts" face backwards ala track ends if that helps with dating and IDing this Frankenstein.
Thanks!
11-15-09, 05:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By yepyep

Upon closer inspection, the top tube may have...

Upon closer inspection, the top tube may have been welded into place. Not a terrible job, but it is quite possibly electrical conduit. Still curious about the bike though...
11-15-09, 05:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,148
Posted By yepyep

Old Find ID Help (pics)

I was wondering if I could get some help ID'ing this one. I found the double downtube intriguing. Any, here is what I can tell you. Rear hub is a SS Durex coaster with "Durex, 49 DRR, Frazision,...
11-02-09, 09:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,465
Posted By yepyep

+1 on getting a good deal.

+1 on getting a good deal.
10-21-09, 10:49 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,755
Posted By yepyep

Oh, and I am still rooting for the Angels, but...

Oh, and I am still rooting for the Angels, but Sabathia is a monster. He really should have been allowed to pitch through the 9th. He deserved the complete game.
10-21-09, 10:46 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,755
Posted By yepyep

Tim McClelland can't possibly have a job next...

Tim McClelland can't possibly have a job next year. It would be one thing if there was a conspiracy afoot, but he blew obvious calls on both sides. That man is going to ruin baseball with his...
10-19-09, 01:54 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,479
Posted By yepyep

They made Super Pepsi?

They made Super Pepsi?
10-19-09, 09:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,791
Posted By yepyep

You are indeed right. I posted before I had...

You are indeed right. I posted before I had coffee. I Had a look and yes, the three cable guides are indeed suspect. Sorry for the misinfo!
10-19-09, 09:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,956
Posted By yepyep

miamijim, that is a great picture. Could you...

miamijim, that is a great picture. Could you possibly label the specifics of each hub and repost? I think it could be a great resource in the future.
10-19-09, 09:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,231
Posted By yepyep

Forte tires, at least in my experience, are...

Forte tires, at least in my experience, are notoriously difficult to mount. I have mounted them in 27, 700c and 26 slicks. They have always given me problems. Dish soap sounds like a good idea,...
10-19-09, 08:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,947
Posted By yepyep

http://www.velo-orange.com/papmfrpu.html It...

http://www.velo-orange.com/papmfrpu.html

It certainly doesn't mesh with the looks of an old Sports, but it is the best frame pump I have ever encountered. I have been highly impressed with it.
10-19-09, 07:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,791
Posted By yepyep

The three cable guides on the top tube point...

The three cable guides on the top tube point towards a real Colnago.
10-06-09, 02:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 808
Posted By yepyep

Oxalic Acid and Decals

Well, the acid is good stuff. However, my guinea pig, an old Schwinn Collegiate, might beg to differ. The cranks and fenders cleaned up splendidly. I haven't dipped the frame yet, but the chain...
10-03-09, 01:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,945
Posted By yepyep

That bat holder is trouble waiting to happen.

That bat holder is trouble waiting to happen.
10-03-09, 01:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 610
Posted By yepyep

I'm sorry, another acid question

I know this is dead horse territory, but thanks for reading. I'll make this quick. Which of the many threads on oxalic acid is considered to be the definitive one? Who is the oxalic king of knowledge...
10-02-09, 02:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,844
Posted By yepyep

Suntour hero quality?

I assume these components, Suntour Hero FD and RD, are bottom of the barrel in terms of vintage Suntour. Am I correct in this thinking?
10-02-09, 08:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,255
Posted By yepyep

Dumpster diving at the LBS!

Dumpster diving at the LBS!
10-02-09, 08:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,041
Posted By yepyep

Yep, part out time. The frame has taken a header....

Yep, part out time. The frame has taken a header. Hopefully you can get your money's worth out of the components. In before kurt.
10-01-09, 02:51 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,435
Posted By yepyep

Heh, you can use a flat head jewler/precision...

Heh, you can use a flat head jewler/precision screwdriver to pop them out. Dollar tree has a set of ten for, well, $1
10-01-09, 08:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,435
Posted By yepyep

If you destroy the caps a US Nickel is a perfect...

If you destroy the caps a US Nickel is a perfect press-fit and looks rather trick IMO.
09-30-09, 09:23 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 13,442
Posted By yepyep

See, you don't get that when commuting by car....

See, you don't get that when commuting by car. Heee!
09-28-09, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 620
Posted By yepyep

that made me happy, thanks.

that made me happy, thanks.
09-28-09, 08:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 30,943
Posted By yepyep

This thread is classic and vintage!

This thread is classic and vintage!
09-25-09, 11:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,118
Posted By yepyep

The Centurion got relisted today, still at $200....

The Centurion got relisted today, still at $200. I bet you can wave $180 cash and it will be yours.

http://dallas.craigslist.org/ndf/bik/1391905475.html

I want it, but toooo many bikes already.
09-25-09, 09:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,331
Posted By yepyep

flipped north roads?

flipped north roads?
09-25-09, 08:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,102
Posted By yepyep

The ubiquitous Schwinn World Sport comes to mind....

The ubiquitous Schwinn World Sport comes to mind. Decent frame with decent tubing. There are plenty of them around, and they are usually pretty reasonable price-wise. I am not sure if the forks have...
09-25-09, 08:20 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 21,862
Posted By yepyep

I really like to believe that it isn't wrecked....

I really like to believe that it isn't wrecked. Have you put a wheel in the fork? How close does it come to the downtube? I emailed the seller about shipping, but couldn't bite the bullet. I hope it...
09-23-09, 10:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,142
Posted By yepyep

bear balls

Where is a good place to pick up bearings other than the LBS? I need some for the headset on my Raleigh LTD and wish to avoid my LBS for, um, "political" reasons.
danke!
09-22-09, 11:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,330
Posted By yepyep

So we can post stupid questions here now to get...

So we can post stupid questions here now to get more traffic on our ebay auctions? Sweet!
09-16-09, 08:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,097
Posted By yepyep

What a mean-spirited thing to do. I mean, from...

What a mean-spirited thing to do. I mean, from the looks of the lock job, they could have at least stolen it sans front wheel. I think I would rather have my bike stolen than set on fire. Geez!
09-10-09, 09:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,052
Posted By yepyep

75%, 100% and 133% most likely...

75%, 100% and 133% most likely...
09-08-09, 09:39 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,691
Posted By yepyep

Could you PLEASE post a pic of the seat...

Could you PLEASE post a pic of the seat lug/cluster for an ongoing project I am working on. Thanks!

I would also add, don't get too heavy-handed restoration. There is nothing quite like the...
09-08-09, 09:31 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,340
Posted By yepyep

I will Pm you sekai

I will Pm you sekai
09-08-09, 09:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,340
Posted By yepyep

Oh and I know of a cute little chrome bobtail...

Oh and I know of a cute little chrome bobtail front fender that came of another Herc if you are interested.
09-08-09, 08:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,340
Posted By yepyep

+ one million You just gotta leave those ducks...

+ one million
You just gotta leave those ducks in a row!
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