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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 85
Posted By smd4

Definitely curious to see what you have, and what...

Definitely curious to see what you have, and what you consider to be "attractive prices."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 631
Posted By smd4

Seriously, do people in NJ not know how to have...

Seriously, do people in NJ not know how to have adult conversations?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 631
Posted By smd4

You didn't. And you may notice I never said you...

You didn't. And you may notice I never said you did. I said KHS had some decent bikes.

Are you really going to argue about EVERYTHING??
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 350
Posted By smd4

Thread lock PLUS a lock washer for good measure!

Thread lock PLUS a lock washer for good measure!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 631
Posted By smd4

Didn't say they were, did I?

Didn't say they were, did I?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 631
Posted By smd4

KHS had a decent bike or two BITD, notably the...

KHS had a decent bike or two BITD, notably the John Howard model triathlon bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 358
Posted By smd4

In my experience, aluminum pulley wheels do not...

In my experience, aluminum pulley wheels do not exacerbate noise at all, and the fact that the top pulley does not "free float" does not affect index shifting to any noticeable degree on my DA 7700...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,126
Posted By smd4

Seems like the people guessing it’s a 60 cm frame...

Seems like the people guessing it’s a 60 cm frame have never seen a 60 cm frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 7,949
Views: 969,045
Posted By smd4

Sorry. I should have mentioned that the 4WD is...

Sorry. I should have mentioned that the 4WD is actually an 0-4-0 steam locomotive.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 7,949
Views: 969,045
Posted By smd4

Working on the suspension of our 4-wheel-drive: ...

Working on the suspension of our 4-wheel-drive:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/springs_8a49d32e8884094e34ef6ee4c6c79d56dae06f54.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 855
Posted By smd4

I installed ceramic ball bearings in my 7700 Dura...

I installed ceramic ball bearings in my 7700 Dura Ace hubs during lockdown, four years ago. Also replaced the rear steel axle with a titanium one from an XTR hub. Cost me $100 for that thing. I hope...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 855
Posted By smd4

There won't be any complaining because there...

There won't be any complaining because there won't be any problems.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 855
Posted By smd4

Maybe you don't like it. I'm good with it....

Maybe you don't like it. I'm good with it. So--for me--there's absolutely no downside.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 855
Posted By smd4

What do you care what I pay? Adding up all...

What do you care what I pay?

Adding up all the "unnoticeable" lighter parts has allowed me to shave two pounds off my bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 544
Posted By smd4

My 1989 Cinelli can probably take wider tires...

My 1989 Cinelli can probably take wider tires than the 23 mm I currently use (I think it's rated for 25 max), but I would never do that, because I'm not looking for a "smoother" ride. Late 80s bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

Beautiful frame! You scored. But get new...

Beautiful frame! You scored.

But get new bottle cages; the way those are constructed will only tear up your bottles.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 855
Posted By smd4

Taking together all the incremental benefits of...

Taking together all the incremental benefits of the small weight and friction savings of our upgrades by definition should result in some cremental gains.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,994
Posted By smd4

Great photos! Thanks for taking and posting them....

Great photos! Thanks for taking and posting them. And thanks for the Cinelli pics--they were supposedly a hot commodity in 1980s Japan. Love that blue Laser.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 812
Posted By smd4

The article is behind a paywall, and the farthest...

The article is behind a paywall, and the farthest I can read before it blacks out suggests that while JIS isn't obsolete, it's been rolled into an international standard.

I have a JIS No. 2, which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 855
Posted By smd4

Lighter weight and smoother. What's not to like?

Lighter weight and smoother. What's not to like?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 812
Posted By smd4

That's a pretty good article, and mentions things...

That's a pretty good article, and mentions things you might not think about, but come in handy: Sharpie, scissors...Lots of tools we probably all have around the house.

And now I think I need a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 812
Posted By smd4

The one pre-made tool kit I bought was the $19.95...

The one pre-made tool kit I bought was the $19.95 Crivet kit from Lidl. A couple of the tools from that kit I still use--the Allen keys, very nice chain whip, and Freehub lockring tool. Most of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 812
Posted By smd4

Oh, for sure. Mostly these are tools I use, and...

Oh, for sure. Mostly these are tools I use, and are decidedly for more-vintage bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,305
Posted By smd4

Because any lubrication is better than no...

Because any lubrication is better than no lubrication?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 06:47 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

Purty.

Purty.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 812
Posted By smd4

I've posted this before, and I'm not sure it...

I've posted this before, and I'm not sure it meets the "budget" requirement, but still think it's a pretty good list of tools that would be useful in most home shops:

I'll preface this by saying...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 812
Posted By smd4

I bet you could get most of those tools for less...

I bet you could get most of those tools for less than $200!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

Most of the tools you need can be purchased...

Most of the tools you need can be purchased pretty cheaply.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 1,928
Views: 112,896
Posted By smd4

Replace the brake cable housing with...

Replace the brake cable housing with compressionless--you'll save about 30% compared to regular housing, and your brakes will perform better. Also--replace as many bolts/fasteners as you can with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By smd4

Tri Flow "with Teflon" is my preferred bike oil,...

Tri Flow "with Teflon" is my preferred bike oil, and has been since the 1980s. Actually, it's my preferred oil in just about any application.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 889
Posted By smd4

You fell into your bike while it was in a repair...

You fell into your bike while it was in a repair stand? Who does that?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By smd4

Canola oil is cheap. A gallon should last a...

Canola oil is cheap. A gallon should last a lifetime.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

Nice.

Nice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By smd4

Tri Flow...

Tri Flow (https://www.brandscycle.com/product/triflow-superior-bike-lube-425470-1.htm?variations=2665070,2665144)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By smd4

So? You couldn't get grease into derailleur...

So?

You couldn't get grease into derailleur pivots anyway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 720
Posted By smd4

I had stem shifters on two bikes--My BSO Sears...

I had stem shifters on two bikes--My BSO Sears Free Spirit and my low-end Centurion Sport DLX.

See the trend?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,299
Posted By smd4

It always amuses me that people who spend $5,000...

It always amuses me that people who spend $5,000 on a bike can't crack their wallets open for a $5.00 bottle of Tri Flow.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 856
Posted By smd4

Cher is a forensic genius. :rolleyes:

Cher is a forensic genius. :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

I always do.

I always do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

Wus.

Wus.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,985
Posted By smd4

DA triple? Definitely not cool. When Dura Ace...

DA triple? Definitely not cool. When Dura Ace jumped the shark.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 587
Posted By smd4

I sure don't.

I sure don't.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,919
Posted By smd4

How come my rims haven't cracked? I suspect I run...

How come my rims haven't cracked? I suspect I run my tires at a significantly higher pressure than you do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,927
Posted By smd4

My 1986 Paramount had them.

My 1986 Paramount had them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,460
Posted By smd4

Have you not read the reviews? These things are...

Have you not read the reviews? These things are probably better than the originals. What are you waiting for?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 393
Posted By smd4

If you're not a purist, then you're good to...

If you're not a purist, then you're good to go--no need to ask opinions here.

However, I'm still a purist--that frame would be gone. Life's too short to suffer with other people's crap.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 889
Posted By smd4

All of these, in addition to Kontact's...

All of these, in addition to Kontact's exceedingly simple (and free) solution.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 856
Posted By smd4

Cinelli still had single mounts in 1989.

Cinelli still had single mounts in 1989.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,352
Posted By smd4

FYI: This is a bike forum. We’re not talking...

FYI: This is a bike forum. We’re not talking about mounting motorcycle tires or car tires or 747 tires.

I would definitely not enjoy mounting the last bit of tight bead next to the valve.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,352
Posted By smd4

The reason the tool exists to remove a tire, not...

The reason the tool exists to remove a tire, not to install it. And pride has nothing to do with it.

Also, just because you bold and underlined something doesn’t make it true. Or correct.
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