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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-21-23, 12:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 841
Posted By VanCityNovice

I think the final product will land somewhere...

I think the final product will land somewhere between what you've suggested and a full restore as Wileyone suggested. Once it comes out of the bath, I'll put it under some sunlight/hit it with a heat...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-21-23, 07:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 841
Posted By RB1-luvr

I bought a Marinoni in worse condition than this...

I bought a Marinoni in worse condition than this and touched it up enough to stop the rust after the seller had the worst repaired. I'm riding it as is, quite patina'd. Someday I'll do a full...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-23, 08:10 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 3,405
Posted By Kontact

The illustration shows that roller wear is just...

The illustration shows that roller wear is just as important as pin wear, so I don't follow what you're saying. Trying to measure just pin wear in absence of the other types of wear that affect chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-23, 12:31 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 3,405
Posted By cyccommute

Your points about saddles and shoes aside, you...

Your points about saddles and shoes aside, you can see why we measure the pin wear from your illustration. The pin wear allows the roller to move rearward under pressure so that it no longer fits...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 3,405
Posted By _ForceD_

I find it interesting that people who staunchly...

I find it interesting that people who staunchly rely on dedicated brandname bicycle tools like Park or Pedro’s won’t trust the chain checking tools from those companies. I mean they produce accurate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 3,405
Posted By cyccommute

Any instrument can lie. Or, more properly, can be...

Any instrument can lie. Or, more properly, can be read incorrectly. A ruler measurement of a chain is fraught with issues. The end tab on a tape measures move which throws off the measurement if you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-23, 09:40 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 3,405
Posted By Kontact

My example shows how roller wear alone can damage...

My example shows how roller wear alone can damage the sprockets. But roller wear AND pin wear don't cancel each other out - together they are going to produce the geometrical effect depicted in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-23, 07:44 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 3,405
Posted By Kontact

Chain checker trumps a ruler. You're attempting...

Chain checker trumps a ruler. You're attempting to avoid wearing out your sprockets, and sprockets run on the rollers the checker measures, not the pins a ruler measures.

And this is what that...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-07-23, 08:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 797
Posted By TugaDude

Curious as to how you reach that conclusion. ...

Curious as to how you reach that conclusion. While there is some info on this maker online and I provided some leads, I was unable to find any info on the hierarchy of models at all. To me this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-23, 10:57 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,335
Posted By cyccommute

Pay no attention to him. His ignore list is...

Pay no attention to him. His ignore list is about a quarter million people long by now.

As for working on bikes, the more you do it, the less bother it becomes. But, honestly, people fiddle with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-23, 08:32 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,335
Posted By squirtdad

First to each their own. and what works for...

First to each their own. and what works for them..... or as Grant would say Just Ride

in general I like working on bikes, and vs the cost and hassle and wait times of going to a bike shop, i...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,335
Posted By andrewclaus

I helped train a retired auto mechanic to...

I helped train a retired auto mechanic to volunteer at a non-profit bike shop. During the first day he said, "You'd think this would be easy." He could rebuild transmissions, engine blocks and valve...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 574
Posted By Kontact

What's a bike shop going to do? I am a shop...

What's a bike shop going to do? I am a shop mechanic, and we don't keep a bunch of acids or carbon repair stuff on hand.

In case anyone doesn't know, the Kestrel 4000 is essentially the first...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-23, 10:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 574
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

It might be possible to bypass the embedded...

It might be possible to bypass the embedded tunnels with fresh ones and still have them internal. Unsure how tight up to the cable entry/exit ports the plastic tunnels are. Unsure how much clearance...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-23, 09:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 574
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I might not use the term "housing" as that...

I might not use the term "housing" as that implies a metal reinforced tunnel. I suspect your frame uses a plastic tube (think aquarium filtering tubing). These bikes were designed early on in the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-07-23, 12:49 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,510
Posted By bikemig

I think it's an impressive bike that shows off,...

I think it's an impressive bike that shows off, for better or worse, the Schwinn DNA.

First, it's a bit of tank since it is made of slightly oversized plain gauge chrome moly (29.5 mm) and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-23, 08:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
Posted By easyupbug

Probably sounds silly but building up a frame...

Probably sounds silly but building up a frame (not simple maintenance) is a zen like experience for me where I relax and love the rhythm of the tasks until I have to take the bike off the stand and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 407
Posted By HillRider

KMC makes "Missing Links" in a variety of widths...

KMC makes "Missing Links" in a variety of widths for different speeds and makes of chains. The 10-speed link for Shimano is different for the one for Campy chains. Be sure you specified the correct...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-23, 10:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
Posted By dedhed

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pYrK7DOkCk

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1pYrK7DOkCk
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
Posted By squirtdad

I have the same experience, getting master link...

I have the same experience, getting master link pliers was one of my better purchases, seemed like overkill but really reduced effort and frustration

the other cool thing for putting chains...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
Posted By blacknbluebikes

There's always a hack, sure. But, there's this...

There's always a hack, sure. But, there's this funny saying, "Right tool for the job..."
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-27-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,470
Posted By Fairlane63

Well I have not measured the frame yet...

Well I have not measured the frame yet officially. I am 6'2 and standing over the frame the top bar touches the bottom of the crotch like it should so I feel its going to fit well. Sized my other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-23, 04:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 636
Posted By elcruxio

I have to say, I thought masterlink pliers were a...

I have to say, I thought masterlink pliers were a silly single use tool taking up space. But after getting a proper pair I find they're quite invaluable. So much better than any tool hack I've used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-23, 08:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,880
Posted By Le Mechanic

Is your Shimano chain a counterfeit?

I was replacing a couple of customer supplied chains on 2 bikes that I was tuning up at the bike shop where I work. I've come across this issue a few times now since the pandemic created so many...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-23, 06:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 383
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Riding a tire under inflated will often result in...

Riding a tire under inflated will often result in the tire trying to shift rotationally around the wheel. The tube, however, is trapped in place by that pesky valve. So the tire shifts around...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-26-23, 02:58 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,470
Posted By Fairlane63

Well for the record she is in my car. Paid less...

Well for the record she is in my car. Paid less than asking by a little bit. Really overall she's nice!
Numbers check out on the pedals and the 72 date on the Nuovo Record told me she's all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,101
Posted By Maohaus

I should mention that it is not at all unusual or...

I should mention that it is not at all unusual or incorrect to slightly bend the inside plate of the front derailleur to assist it lifting the chain to the large chainring. If you bend it ever so...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,282
Posted By 52telecaster

My son's new Paramount

My son's new paramount....

I bought this for him for 300.00 last summer. It wasn't perfect but it wasn't horrid either. This is how he has it right now....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 431
Posted By 79pmooney

Did you check the bead seat? (The reference line...

Did you check the bead seat? (The reference line the just shows above the rim.) A tight tire can have a portion of the bead slipping down into the center channel, causing usually both an overall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-23, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 326
Posted By nlerner

Yup, I've had to do that more than once with a...

Yup, I've had to do that more than once with a leather sprung saddle and a two-bolt seatpost. It didn't lead to saddle fail (at least immediately!).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-23, 07:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 407
Posted By HillRider

Campy has always warned against using any chain...

Campy has always warned against using any chain tool but their own ridiculously expensive and frequently changed ones. If you followed their advice you would have to buy a new chain tool ($$$) from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-23, 05:16 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,429
Posted By SJX426

I typically remove them but then most of the bike...

I typically remove them but then most of the bike I have didn't come with any. The one that did blends in so I left it on.
https://live.staticflickr.com/2829/11466340674_31708a19a9_b.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-11-23, 10:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 211
Posted By Iride01

My worry with Loctite will be that if it is the...

My worry with Loctite will be that if it is the stamped steel bending then it'll need retightening again later. So probably shouldn't use the permanent stuff.

I'd maybe try a locknut, either steel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-23, 04:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 634
Posted By Hondo6

Regarding the shifter issue: except for early...

Regarding the shifter issue: except for early Dura Ace, all Shimano 6-9 indexed RDs and rear shifters used the same pull ratio (1.7:1) and were thus mutually interchangeable. Only potential "gotcha"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-23, 04:15 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,429
Posted By RCMoeur

We always called 'em "pie plates". Still use them...

We always called 'em "pie plates". Still use them on some bikes.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-09-23, 12:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 815
Posted By SurferRosa

One thing that's not original is the awful cable...

One thing that's not original is the awful cable routing for the rear brake. Exiting the bars, the cable needs to route in front of the front brake cable and around the non-drive side of the stem....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-09-23, 12:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 615
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

whenever life slows down a bit, I'll be paying it...

whenever life slows down a bit, I'll be paying it fwd and passing on more items. this forum has been very good to me over the past few years, and i want to return the favor. (esp before i kick the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,429
Posted By tcs

Yeah, he basically didn't have any tension in the...

Yeah, he basically didn't have any tension in the drive chain. Here's another test done by a friend: 2000 miles into a self-contained cross-country tour, climbing the steepest grade, desperately...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-08-23, 10:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 815
Posted By wrk101

DT shifter bikes tend to hit a price ceiling,...

DT shifter bikes tend to hit a price ceiling, unless they are something really desirable (think Italian or Chicago Paramount as examples). Otherwise, the vast majority of buyers out there HATE DT...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 702
Posted By cyccommute

I wouldn’t necessarily throw out the whole roll. ...

I wouldn’t necessarily throw out the whole roll. Just replace the defective housing and see what happens. If it happens twice, then consider throwing out the roll.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 377
Posted By cyccommute

You shouldn’t have to cut the cable end off. ...

You shouldn’t have to cut the cable end off. Just pull it off with pliers.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-02-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,301
Posted By Barrettscv

These early Treks were powder-coated. The paint...

These early Treks were powder-coated. The paint is normally very durable. It will be worth the trip if you have the time and funds to clean and service it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-22, 06:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By FBinNY

Two points 1- the pictured freewheel is...

Two points

1- the pictured freewheel is close to new condition as far as wear goes.

2- it's rare, but not unheard of, for wear to cause skipping on any of the larger freewheel sprockets. So,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-22, 02:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 455
Posted By sandman900ss

Thank you all. I wrongly assumed this is a...

Thank you all. I wrongly assumed this is a Shimano hub as the rest of the group is 105, but it's labelled Giant. I'm not going to risk damaging anything by going...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-05-22, 05:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 542
Posted By wrk101

eBay dreamland asking prices should never be used...

eBay dreamland asking prices should never be used as "selling prices". Highest ebay SOLD price in the last year was $270. Next highest was $177.

I use a 50% of ebay pricing for my local sales. So...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-04-22, 12:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 542
Posted By Nubra

Schwinn High Sierra/ Bullmoose Bars

This bike came to our non profit via donation. It lookes awesome, and after trying to find the provenance, it seems to be either a 1984 or 1985, but there are inconsistencies with some of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-22, 10:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,112
Posted By randyjawa

"Free can get expensive" and it does so almost...

"Free can get expensive" and it does so almost every time. Absolutely!
Free......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-02-22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,856
Posted By merziac

Half sizes too and measured CTT, many customs...

Half sizes too and measured CTT, many customs were built and I have 2 that come out to the 1/2 inch. I suspect many were built in 1/2 in. increment.

Always keep in mind that Schwinn would build it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 942
Posted By FBinNY

It's VERY simple. If a 27.2mm post fit at all,...

It's VERY simple. If a 27.2mm post fit at all, it's the right size and a 27.0 will be too small. It is physically impossible to insert a post which is 0.2mm oversize.

The tightness may be because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-22, 07:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,112
Posted By tkamd73

Yes it can, got a free crashed Bianchi from a...

Yes it can, got a free crashed Bianchi from a mech at one of my LBSs, he said it was my size, it was, or close enough, largest one they made, 1700 dollars later I had a bike.
Tim
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