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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-23-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 273
Posted By jingy2

still available?

still available?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-08-24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 870
Posted By jingy2

The frame could make a cool resto-mod bike. Black...

The frame could make a cool resto-mod bike. Black components might actually look good on the white frame.

Jim in Mpls
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-23, 08:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 866
Posted By jingy2

I agree with the aluminum can shim fix. Have done...

I agree with the aluminum can shim fix. Have done this a bunch of times before.
Also, that's definately a Professional, not a Vincitore frame.
Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 12:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 918
Posted By jingy2

It's fixable, but not in a "bend it back" way. ...

It's fixable, but not in a "bend it back" way.
It's fixable in a replace the downtube, possibly the head tube and top tube, maybe even the fork. The fork and other tubes aren't pictured, so we don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,489
Posted By jingy2

The early mountain bikes were 1930's Schwinn...

The early mountain bikes were 1930's Schwinn balloon tire cruisers with long chainstays and slack geo-68deg head 70deg seat tubes. This geo worked well for the riding they were doing-haul the bike in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-23, 08:29 AM
Replies: 3,245
Views: 416,553
Posted By jingy2

If I use fresh glue when ready to mount I end up...

If I use fresh glue when ready to mount I end up with a big mess.
If let it sit for a while (30-45mins?) until it's just a little tacky I have better luck.
Some tires are just really tight,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-03-22, 10:42 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,142,847
Posted By jingy2

I think there are 1 too many 9's in the price

https://www.ebay.com/itm/175516874598...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-22, 05:21 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,611
Posted By jingy2

Dating of Vitus frames is pretty much covered...

Dating of Vitus frames is pretty much covered here: https://on-the-drops.blogspot.com/2016/12/the-peugeot-px-10du-vitus-979.html

​​​​​​...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-20-22, 09:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,219
Posted By jingy2

Here's a BRG Vincitore for inspiration! ...

Here's a BRG Vincitore for inspiration!
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x971/20210129_125432_fa5fce6503dc6a79bb856d69b8452fb611a7b7a3.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-22, 08:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,190
Posted By jingy2

I have an 83 that I believe to be a Tipo Corsa...

I have an 83 that I believe to be a Tipo Corsa with original paint that is Tre Tubi and has a Specialissima decal on the chainstay. My understanding is the Specialissima decal meant it was built in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 659
Posted By jingy2

Hatcher Cycles was a bike shop here in...

Hatcher Cycles was a bike shop here in Minneapolis and Rockford, MN. Evan Hatcher owned it, sold bikes, did restorations, and I'm pretty sure he built a handful of frames too.
He repainted bikes as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 08:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,113
Posted By jingy2

They are super long! Maybe something custom for...

They are super long! Maybe something custom for P/R, almost like they welded longer extensions onto regular record bases then ground them down flat.
https://youtu.be/zxBTVU9JDrA?t=120

Jim
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-25-22, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,133
Posted By jingy2

Thumbs up i agree.

i agree.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-22-22, 10:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,791
Posted By jingy2

sizes? I know they're too small for me but others...

sizes? I know they're too small for me but others mat want to know.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-22, 11:34 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,636
Posted By jingy2

The delta brakes on this Merckx are Croce d'Aune....

The delta brakes on this Merckx are Croce d'Aune. You can tell by the exposed springs.
Still a nice bike though!
Jim
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-26-22, 09:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,919
Posted By jingy2

Gary12000 are you measuring the 59cm c-c or c-t?...

Gary12000 are you measuring the 59cm c-c or c-t? What is the top tube length c-c?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-14-22, 08:00 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 281
Posted By jingy2

pm sent

pm sent
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-06-22, 07:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 847
Posted By jingy2

are the pedals 9/16 or french thread? Do you have...

are the pedals 9/16 or french thread? Do you have any more photos?
Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-22, 07:28 PM
Replies: 3,245
Views: 416,553
Posted By jingy2

Received the Kenda/Veloflex tires-they look good!...

Received the Kenda/Veloflex tires-they look good! Hold air at least.
No Veloflex branding at all.
Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-22, 07:22 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,142,847
Posted By jingy2

Dang! I was looking for a Tuesday bike!

Dang! I was looking for a Tuesday bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-22, 05:25 PM
Replies: 3,245
Views: 416,553
Posted By jingy2

Looks like only blackwalls left in those...

Looks like only blackwalls left in those Vittorias- I like the classic tan sidewalls on my tubs.
I think a black sharpie will do a good job "de-branding" the Kendas.

Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-22, 01:35 PM
Replies: 3,245
Views: 416,553
Posted By jingy2

$50 Veloflex tires?

I just ran across these on the electronic bay- Kenda SC tubulars...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-31-22, 08:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 649
Posted By jingy2

How much for the spinaci's?

How much for the spinaci's?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-29-22, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 223
Posted By jingy2

PM sent

PM sent
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-01-22, 08:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,107
Posted By jingy2

I'd like to see some photos of the Gitane. Jim

I'd like to see some photos of the Gitane.
Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-22, 09:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,778
Posted By jingy2

I think John Barron at Velostuf was working on...

I think John Barron at Velostuf was working on making these recently. It's worth asking him about it.
Jim in Mpls
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-22, 10:34 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,142,847
Posted By jingy2

Anyone in San Diego care to facilitate for me?? ...

Anyone in San Diego care to facilitate for me??
Jim in Mpls
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-22, 09:11 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,414
Posted By jingy2

The yellow is Mercian's Cream. I call it butter....

The yellow is Mercian's Cream. I call it butter. Yours is a 1982 according to the serial #....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-22, 10:47 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 13,863
Posted By jingy2

Here's mine

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1818/bianchi_19a4e19c6220805e3f614a120ee0edc045d7a43f.jpg
83 Tipo Corsa ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-14-22, 09:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By jingy2

english thread cups but italian length spindle?

english thread cups but italian length spindle?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-22, 08:22 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,713
Posted By jingy2

Uhhh, that's a Hite-Rite. The precurser to the...

Uhhh, that's a Hite-Rite. The precurser to the modern dropper post. Possibly invented by, certainly marketed by Joe Breeze back in the day.
Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-22, 10:52 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,142,847
Posted By jingy2

This is an 80's vintage taiwan import

This is an 80's vintage taiwan import
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-21, 09:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,041
Posted By jingy2

2 wrongs don't make a right! :D

2 wrongs don't make a right! :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-21, 06:54 PM
Replies: 1,028
Views: 190,263
Posted By jingy2

Year of my 7-11 team replica?

I know what this is, I'm just wondering if it's an 89 or 90.
Chrome stays and fork, flat crown
D. B
1 X. 4845
Thanks for your help!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-21, 06:27 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,417
Posted By jingy2

Much! :thumb:

Much! :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-21, 09:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,417
Posted By jingy2

Exactly! You may need to use Campy-style cables,...

Exactly! You may need to use Campy-style cables, which have a smaller head than Shimano/Sram. Even then, you still may have to grind them down a bit so they fit flush in the shift levers.
If you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-21, 06:13 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,417
Posted By jingy2

a stunner! but you need to get the correct...

a stunner!
but you need to get the correct shift cables. The shift lever picture makes my OCD ache! :twitchy:

Jim
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-21, 03:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,097
Posted By jingy2

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20211023_161823_1680a624d5de077fac4cd61f6488855021184079.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-21, 08:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,977
Posted By jingy2

you'll want to chase and face the bb and most...

you'll want to chase and face the bb and most likely face the headtube as well before assembly
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
10-07-21, 08:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,243
Posted By jingy2

buy this bike!

If you are considering this bike-do it! You won't be sorry. I love my 86 Vincitore. Mixes a sweet 531 ride with fancy lugs that make me smile when I look down on a ride.
Mercian shows up frequently...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-21-21, 08:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,374
Posted By jingy2

The handlebar position on the yellow bike-yeesh!...

The handlebar position on the yellow bike-yeesh! You're halfway to the Marlboro position, you might as well go all the way!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-21, 08:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,179
Posted By jingy2

Good looking bike. Nice job!

Good looking bike. Nice job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-21, 09:25 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 64,309
Posted By jingy2

This color was called "Metallic Rose". I had one...

This color was called "Metallic Rose". I had one that I bought from the shop I worked at in 1986(pretty sure). I used to race it back then!
The shop I worked at as a teen in the mid-late 80's sold...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-21, 10:17 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,041
Posted By jingy2

my nearly finished spring project

A 1983 Tipo Corsa in nice rider condition. Mostly vintage parts with a smattering of newer stuff...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-21, 09:34 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,142,847
Posted By jingy2

I have vague memories of Quattro Assi being an...

I have vague memories of Quattro Assi being an attempt at a budget brand for Tommasini. Or maybe it was the importer. Something like that.
This vague memory brought to you by Sierra Nevada Torpedo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-21, 09:58 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 20,658
Posted By jingy2

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

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x971/20210531_224546_0cb5ec570e0160a96b8e586fa247eba53fbf62b5.jpg
In under the wire! I never knew 531 day was a thing until tonight!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-27-21, 09:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,506
Posted By jingy2

2nd in line!

2nd in line!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-21, 11:35 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,136
Posted By jingy2

They were probably thorn-proof tubes, which are...

They were probably thorn-proof tubes, which are still available
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-22-21, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By jingy2

It could be a forged money order drawn on a...

It could be a forged money order drawn on a nigerian bank for $5000 over the sale price...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-22-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 874
Posted By jingy2

next if the 1st buyer falls through

next if the 1st buyer falls through
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