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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-12, 07:58 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 7,269
Posted By spurious

I don't get the hype either. Its pretty, but, it...

I don't get the hype either. Its pretty, but, it shifts poor.

As for reliability, well put it this way, I've suntours of the same vintage and they still shift better then the NR. Its very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-12, 06:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,798
Posted By spurious

Another +1 for the Panaracer Pasela. Super tyre...

Another +1 for the Panaracer Pasela. Super tyre for the money

If your in Europe, Chain Reaction Cycles have them for 24 euros each with free delivery.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-12, 05:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 15,136
Posted By spurious

My Dad has a B17 for the past 20 years. He looks...

My Dad has a B17 for the past 20 years. He looks after it with regular applications of Dubbins on the rear and proofide on the top. I can't understand anyone getting less then ten years use out of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-12, 04:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,428
Posted By spurious

While trying to avoid the incoming storm I'm...

While trying to avoid the incoming storm I'm going to throw my own few tips out there.

I have had good luck with actually bathing the BB are in something like diesel or kero. Penetrating fluid...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-12, 05:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,529
Posted By spurious

Its a fad. And like all fads it will die. ...

Its a fad. And like all fads it will die.

I hope its sooner rather then later. The market for frames has inflated dramatically in recent years.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-12, 11:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,775
Posted By spurious

Get to your local bike co-op. Most of them will...

Get to your local bike co-op. Most of them will lend you their tools and a small workspace for a small sum.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-12, 11:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,775
Posted By spurious

Sounds like to me that the cones have come out of...

Sounds like to me that the cones have come out of adjustment. You really need two cone wrenches to do this job right as its quite hard to get it right without them. The cones adjust the amount of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,754
Posted By spurious

They are dead handy. A few of my bikes have them.

They are dead handy. A few of my bikes have them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-12, 06:28 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 563
Posted By spurious

Just curious as to what need you would have for a...

Just curious as to what need you would have for a 48h front hub?

I've built a 48h rear hub for a tandem but there is no need for a 48h on the front in my experience.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-12, 06:19 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,868
Posted By spurious

Spoof. Absolutely pointless even to extend the...

Spoof. Absolutely pointless even to extend the life of a freewheel block. They last ages anyways.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-12, 04:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,200
Posted By spurious

I would do that. You only have to mill the crown...

I would do that. You only have to mill the crown race by either 1mm or 6mm. Shouldn't be a problem either way.

However I wouldn't go replacing the entire headset unless it's damaged as your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-12, 03:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,200
Posted By spurious

^ you learn by your mistakes. I would not know...

^ you learn by your mistakes. I would not know what I know today by handing the bike to the bike shop and telling them to deal with it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-12, 03:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,200
Posted By spurious

The crown race is not all the way home. The...

The crown race is not all the way home.

The bottom bearing race needs to be set between the two lines

http://i.imgur.com/KxFPm.png

Park make a glorified length of steel pipe which is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 651
Posted By spurious

Always always 9 1/4" bearings per side. While I...

Always always 9 1/4" bearings per side. While I cannot see 8 doing any damage in the short term, they were most certainly designed for 9 a side.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-12, 03:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,624
Posted By spurious

Overpriced. Thats a lot for a bottom of the...

Overpriced. Thats a lot for a bottom of the barrel Miyata.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-12, 03:27 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 48,080
Posted By spurious

Its like most campys of that era. All form and...

Its like most campys of that era. All form and sweet f all function. Suntour really showed them how to shift right.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-12, 12:11 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 48,080
Posted By spurious

VGT-Luxe. It shifts flawlessly in friction even...

VGT-Luxe. It shifts flawlessly in friction even well under load. Never missed a beat. Mine even works with a 7sp index system though reasonably well. Why is it better then the Cyclone GT? It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-12, 05:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,903
Posted By spurious

My Suntour VGT-Luxe indexes with modern Dura-Ace...

My Suntour VGT-Luxe indexes with modern Dura-Ace DT shifters in index mode
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-12, 03:36 AM
Replies: 864
Views: 312,114
Posted By spurious

Yep its lovely. Another 610. Getting quite...

Yep its lovely. Another 610. Getting quite popular round here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-12, 12:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 6,512
Posted By spurious

You sure it was originally black? I'm doubting...

You sure it was originally black? I'm doubting it was, as I've never seen a black become a decent shade of brown. Its actually a nice colour as it is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-12, 04:42 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 7,310
Posted By spurious

What are these pounds you speak of? My...

What are these pounds you speak of?


My Miyata 610 weighs in at about 12.2kg with accessories.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-12, 06:56 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,212
Posted By spurious

Cheaper then petrol and get the job done as...

Cheaper then petrol and get the job done as easily. Doesn't vaporise as easily as petrol so its a bit safer. Nevertheless it should be used in a well ventilated environment.

Flash all purpose...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 03:24 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 9,028
Posted By spurious

Will a Campag/Shimano bolt fit in a Simplex...

Will a Campag/Shimano bolt fit in a Simplex derailleur?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-12, 06:08 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,803
Posted By spurious

But apart from the Pasela, they are all...

But apart from the Pasela, they are all overpriced IMO.

Grand bois Cerf is 60USD alone. Silly money for a tyre IMO
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-12, 03:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,803
Posted By spurious

Pasela tourguard. i had the 32mm version but...

Pasela tourguard. i had the 32mm version but they rolled quite well for the size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-12, 03:54 AM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,132,806
Posted By spurious

Looks good. How do yo find the barcons? I...

Looks good. How do yo find the barcons? I damaged my left DT shifter when I got knocked off my bike and I yet to decide to replace them with another set of DT shifters or go to barcons....



...
Forum: Touring
05-07-12, 06:45 AM
Replies: 4,826
Views: 2,624,835
Posted By spurious

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-vl80p6GJpXo/T6a...

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-vl80p6GJpXo/T6a_4-nMZKI/AAAAAAAAAjU/xFcNOA6qMP0/s640/DSC05138.jpg


My 82 Miyata 610. Packed load for a week long tour.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-12, 01:04 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,132,806
Posted By spurious

Mine is an 82 too. With sidepull calipers aswell....

Mine is an 82 too. With sidepull calipers aswell. Bit unusual for a tourer but I find them good enough.

It that a Suntour V-GT I see? If it is, we've a similar set up. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-12, 12:22 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,132,806
Posted By spurious

My Miyata 610 on the road for the long weekend......

My Miyata 610 on the road for the long weekend...

https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-vl80p6GJpXo/T6a_4-nMZKI/AAAAAAAAAjU/xFcNOA6qMP0/s640/DSC05138.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-12, 04:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,452
Posted By spurious

5 speed by the looks of it.

5 speed by the looks of it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-12, 05:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,452
Posted By spurious

BB thread might answer some ideas as to its...

BB thread might answer some ideas as to its origins.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-12, 11:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,950
Posted By spurious

What makes these Grand Bois tyres so good? They...

What makes these Grand Bois tyres so good? They are damned expensive at $120 a pair. Whats their advantages over a Panaracer Pasela TG?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-12, 07:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 841
Posted By spurious

Nice! Looks very clean and has a nice...

Nice!

Looks very clean and has a nice colour.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-12, 07:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,662
Posted By spurious

Whats the seatpost diameter?

Whats the seatpost diameter?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-30-12, 04:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 783
Posted By spurious

Early Shimano Dura Ace Freewheel + 105 Golden Arrow GpSet.

Anyone give a rough value on these?

Early Shimano Dura Ace Freewheel. Not NOS condition but never used by the looks of it

Full 105 Golden Arrow Groupset. Front + Rear Mechs, Hubs, Breaks,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 803
Posted By spurious

I looks like a KOM alright. I've seen a few of...

I looks like a KOM alright. I've seen a few of them in the flesh. (none mine though, sadly)

The tubing is a tough one though. Given that mercian was a custom builder, you saw all sorts of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-12, 06:29 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 18,722
Posted By spurious

I wouldn't bother. Put some 630-32mm paselas on...

I wouldn't bother. Put some 630-32mm paselas on there and call it a day. They are pretty good touring rubber.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-12, 03:23 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 55,591
Posted By spurious

A polar bear.

A polar bear.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-12, 03:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,106
Posted By spurious

Lovely bike for sure, but those brake cables are...

Lovely bike for sure, but those brake cables are far too long.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-12, 03:01 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 55,591
Posted By spurious

Miyata /thread

Miyata

/thread
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-12, 12:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,780
Posted By spurious

Its really not too high on my list of priorities...

Its really not too high on my list of priorities for choosing a bike or not. Most of the time their out of alignment anyways, and if its just a bare frame its very hard to tell if its out by eye.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-12, 07:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,505
Posted By spurious

Artist supply shop.

Artist supply shop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-12, 07:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,442
Posted By spurious

Remember this thing is fully chromed too so its...

Remember this thing is fully chromed too so its going to be heavier then a similar frame with paint. Dunno by how much though. It really does not concern me as a stiffer frame would suit me better,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-12, 02:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,489
Posted By spurious

Singer Tandem. If I was a millionare....

Virtually untouched singer tandem (http://www.ebay.com/itm/STUNNING-late-40s-Alex-Singer-tandem-full-chrome-/370602636821#ht_30646wt_1141) on ebay atm. Its jaw droppingly beautiful, something only a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-12, 03:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,160
Posted By spurious

Acetone? Brake cleaner?

Acetone? Brake cleaner?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-12, 02:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,442
Posted By spurious

Thanks, I think it looks far better too. I may...

Thanks, I think it looks far better too. I may not know who made it, but it will certainly look good :thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-12, 11:52 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,442
Posted By spurious

More pieces to the puzzle. The fork is chromed...

More pieces to the puzzle. The fork is chromed and I presume the entire frame is chromed. I peeled back paint on the top tube and the bottom tube (just a small are though) and there was chrome...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-12, 05:22 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,436
Posted By spurious

3 in 1 oil for everything. Cheap and cheerful,...

3 in 1 oil for everything. Cheap and cheerful, makes a decent chain and everything else lube. Lithium grease for everything with bearings in it - BBs, Headsets, Hubs etc. My SRAM chain has never...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-12, 03:14 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,436
Posted By spurious

Attaching the freewheel remover with the QR...

Attaching the freewheel remover with the QR skewer is never a bad idea. Before you do it, loads and loads of penetrating fluid will help too.

Damaged tyres can also be cut up and used as boots. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-12, 04:44 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,442
Posted By spurious

A little bit of an update. I'm going to have to...

A little bit of an update. I'm going to have to bin that calipers. In the light of day the seatpost says in faint markings under the grease - 26.4. Moral of the story, dont try measure anything...
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