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04-15-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 12
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Posted By jdawginsc

I think that is the piece on the left hand side I...

I think that is the piece on the left hand side I was wondering about. I never get this era right with Campy.

Your help is appreciated!

And please, keep the corrections going for erroneous and...
04-15-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 322
Posted By jdawginsc

Per request...the somewhat challenged loveliness...

Per request...the somewhat challenged loveliness of the Modolo “...” calipers. Sort of meant them as parts, but they do function! I think.
...
04-15-24, 05:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 307
Posted By jdawginsc

One bad experience in shipping and that was it...

One bad experience in shipping and that was it for me. Local purchases only.
04-15-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 322
Posted By jdawginsc

Corrected due to my silliness. PM sent back and...

Corrected due to my silliness. PM sent back and they are 28 holers...
04-15-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 876
Posted By jdawginsc

36mm 18-20” long combination wrench affixed to...

36mm 18-20” long combination wrench affixed to flats with bolt and wagers/bits.. Clamping works as well...

Kroil. Kroil. Then let it rip. You can actually get a breaker extension to it as well.
04-15-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 84
Posted By jdawginsc

Post shake down shorter ride. Thoughts: ...

Post shake down shorter ride.

Thoughts:
1. The rear end is more squirrely than I thought it would be out of the saddle. Very quick in turns though
2. I should have further tightened the seat...
04-15-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 84
Posted By jdawginsc

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Some headset drama, but due to my calculations....
04-15-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 84
Posted By jdawginsc

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/2a3d7b0e_ee77_4fd0_a0a6_7f04ec566fea_5357c12cc3d4e1eb9b53f3d3dfc312b3c6aa6ef8.jpeg
Seat tube honed and smoothed out!...
04-15-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 84
Posted By jdawginsc

1992 Bianchi Giro build up.

To honor the generosity shown by SpeedofLite and his friend who unfortunately had to move his bikes onward, I felt I should build it up and provide some of the story.

SOL... oops, not good to...
04-15-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 322
Posted By jdawginsc

Addition: CLB racer set (NOS -)

No hoods unfortunately. And a Mafac infiltrator got in (cable yoke). And no stop but in the headset piece. Other than that, original cables and such.

$25
...
04-15-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,370
Posted By jdawginsc

Probably the grime, but who knows!

Probably the grime, but who knows!
04-15-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 505
Posted By jdawginsc

It was an eye opener how many redundancies I had...

It was an eye opener how many redundancies I had and extra groups. I had to compare them against wheels and frame sets and it sort of made me a bit queasy at the excess (thus the sales).
04-15-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 788
Posted By jdawginsc

Ooo...there was some good stuff under that paint....

Ooo...there was some good stuff under that paint. The pantos and cutouts look great.
04-15-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 322
Posted By jdawginsc

Thank you SR. I can never get those straight. So...

Thank you SR. I can never get those straight. So I need to separate the crank and bottom bracket I guess or see how they got separated...
04-15-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 322
Posted By jdawginsc

FS: Parts clear out: Campy, Dura Ace, Modolo

Continuing reduction. Lots of stuff. Priced without shipping for combined shipping. More pictures provided by request.

Will update as we go. Some were leftovers from previous, but most newly up. I...
04-15-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 505
Posted By jdawginsc

Maybe a surplus library or school district sale?

Maybe a surplus library or school district sale?
04-15-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 876
Posted By jdawginsc

De rust and see if there’s enough tube left....

De rust and see if there’s enough tube left. Especially in that second picture.
04-15-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 505
Posted By jdawginsc

Smooth slides. Ball bearing. Was $40, maybe? ...

Smooth slides. Ball bearing. Was $40, maybe?

Problem is, I am so efficient with the garage it masks how much too much I have...
...
04-15-24, 04:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 505
Posted By jdawginsc

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/7c458b2a_038c_4ef3_aace_fa9654da8d93_f3b269700923cc5ccc34cfa9f78d119d883f0d4b.jpeg...
04-15-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 876
Posted By jdawginsc

Its not egotistical at all. Building a bike is...

Its not egotistical at all. Building a bike is fun. And you have another to ride in the meantime while you search for all of the parts!
04-14-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 1,624
Views: 245,389
Posted By jdawginsc

Would that be filler possibly or is it rusted...

Would that be filler possibly or is it rusted through all of the way and weakened?
04-14-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 876
Posted By jdawginsc

Echoing this, it’s fun to look for/find the parts...

Echoing this, it’s fun to look for/find the parts as well, though expensive...but I imagine there are a lot of shops in your vicinity that might have little hidden gems! My assumption could be...
04-14-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 443
Posted By jdawginsc

One bar gone, 4 left. $80 shipped.

One bar gone, 4 left. $80 shipped.
04-14-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 974
Posted By jdawginsc

When did Bianchi stop the Japanese production...

When did Bianchi stop the Japanese production bikes and move to Taiwan. That might be a clue to it.
04-14-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 876
Posted By jdawginsc

Ok. Some guiding questions... 1. establish...

Ok. Some guiding questions...

1. establish size range (usually a 2-3 cm spread...I can ride 55.5 to 57.5 and not have to make terribly extensive adaptations, but 56 is my preferred)

2. Tubing:...
04-13-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,430
Posted By jdawginsc

Me too! With room to spare! ...

Me too! With room to spare!


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_056c3f8e6309a10003b4ec7ef129cf3fed752eb5.jpg
04-13-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 917,400
Posted By jdawginsc

Bianchi Giro

Started on this one. Will make a thread on it to honor the generosity of SpeedofLite and his friend.

...
04-13-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,412
Posted By jdawginsc

I think so, yes. Might get more interest. ...

I think so, yes. Might get more interest.

And/or the pay it forward thread.
04-13-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 10,430
Posted By jdawginsc

AD SLE rehomed. Fiorelli frame in process. ...

AD SLE rehomed.
Fiorelli frame in process.
Waiting for friend to receive bikes for his wife, daughter and him.

Mint green Cannondale to be built up next weekend for local rehoming.

In other...
04-13-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 425
Posted By jdawginsc

Hopefully someone rehomes this. Absolutely...

Hopefully someone rehomes this. Absolutely fantastic value.
04-13-24, 04:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,895
Posted By jdawginsc

Mountain bikes seem to be easier to morph to a...

Mountain bikes seem to be easier to morph to a usable size (not too big...just ranging on the small side).

I have ridden 15” frames comfortably up to about 20/21” (likely my “true” size).
...
04-13-24, 04:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 266
Posted By jdawginsc

Indexed or friction? STX is either 7 or 8 speed...

Indexed or friction? STX is either 7 or 8 speed capable indexed...so you COULD do 7 speeds with the hub you have (I think).

If married to 6 speeds, any of the micro-ratchet shimano thumb shifters...
04-13-24, 04:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 608
Posted By jdawginsc

Maybe intended for a wider rim profile...? Though...

Maybe intended for a wider rim profile...? Though it would likely only be a few mms.

I agree that 27” was largely on the way out before this bike came out.
04-13-24, 04:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 368
Posted By jdawginsc

Phil with the win!

Phil with the win!
04-13-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,114
Posted By jdawginsc

Beautiful frame. ELOS is really good tubing.

Beautiful frame. ELOS is really good tubing.
04-12-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,872
Posted By jdawginsc

THe dog looking at the absurdly high stem made me...

THe dog looking at the absurdly high stem made me chuckle.
04-12-24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,872
Posted By jdawginsc

Modern Rossin???

Is this a legitimate Rossin? Alloy/carbon

https://www.ebay.com/itm/166194177100 (https://www.ebay.com/itm/166194177100?itmmeta=01HVA8GD5234MNYW45E5CVNB94&hash=item26b1f1e44c:g)

...
04-12-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 761
Posted By jdawginsc

I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and am...

I am so sorry for the loss of your husband and am glad he was able to leave a legacy of good memories for you to share.
04-12-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 81,608
Posted By jdawginsc

So there are three Bauer frame makers? Australia,...

So there are three Bauer frame makers? Australia, Canada and West Germany?

Some cool ones, Rob.
04-12-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,872
Posted By jdawginsc

Mission accomplished. Thankfully none are close...

Mission accomplished. Thankfully none are close to me...I’d almost have to suspend the moratorium...

If a pink Lotus Supreme in my size came up, all bets are off. Or a Paisley...
04-12-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 468
Posted By jdawginsc

I know you hate painting but you could make it...

I know you hate painting but you could make it fun! Especially for the winter! Neon colors, outlandish splatter combos...? Reflective paint?
04-12-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By jdawginsc

I think it is!

I think it is!
04-12-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,872
Posted By jdawginsc

Dang, they are all out there tempting me at the...

Dang, they are all out there tempting me at the same time!
04-12-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 718
Posted By jdawginsc

Probably going to put this on the Cannondale for...

Probably going to put this on the Cannondale for local re-homing next weekend. This way it will find a new home and be used. Last minute offers considered.
04-12-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 319
Posted By jdawginsc

Bump before storage.

Bump before storage.
04-12-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 434
Posted By jdawginsc

$300 shipped w/o freewheel, $330 with.

$300 shipped w/o freewheel, $330 with.
04-12-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 443
Posted By jdawginsc

$130 shipped.

$130 shipped.
04-12-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 954
Posted By jdawginsc

Updated. Will be looking at building the...

Updated. Will be looking at building the Cannondale for local rehoming soon.
04-12-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,370
Posted By jdawginsc

The rabbit hole is beckoning!

The rabbit hole is beckoning!
04-12-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 468
Posted By jdawginsc

Derusting would be the first thing I’d do. I got...

Derusting would be the first thing I’d do. I got the idea from someone out here but a wallpaper glue tray and evaporust can get every tube except the seat tube. Then a brake cylinder hone and WD40...
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