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06-15-23, 07:34 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,273
Posted By tendency

I feel there's value in telling the story, at...

I feel there's value in telling the story, at least. You can always omit the other parties name if so compelled but it may serve as a cautionary tale for others with future transactions.
05-08-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 83,059
Views: 14,037,572
Posted By tendency

thing looks to be a welded frame?

thing looks to be a welded frame?
05-08-23, 01:21 PM
Replies: 83,059
Views: 14,037,572
Posted By tendency

Too bad someone scraped the paint .. :( ...

Too bad someone scraped the paint .. :(

EDIT: bike no longer listed on CL
05-08-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,145
Posted By tendency

Great frame/great price. That was the slightly...

Great frame/great price. That was the slightly earlier model that had the campy ends/dropouts which were much nicer than the Trek ones..
05-07-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 83,059
Views: 14,037,572
Posted By tendency

I pinged the seller try to get some more pics -...

I pinged the seller try to get some more pics - great price if that is indeed an '82; my guess is it's actually a later SE model, need to see top tube from right.
05-04-23, 07:50 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,174
Posted By tendency

Got any 63cm ones? :D

Got any 63cm ones? :D
05-04-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,631
Posted By tendency

Wow, very cool! Portlandjim Think you may have a...

Wow, very cool! Portlandjim Think you may have a hand in bringing these beautiful bikes to market:

...
05-03-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8,760
Views: 1,091,332
Posted By tendency

3rensho fork

Big shout out to Catnap who pointed me the way to this beauty. Original offset fork built by 3Rensho for their Specialized Allez. I purchased one of 3Rensho's Allez's but the previous owner had...
05-02-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,996
Posted By tendency

Thanks - if it's 24" C-C my guess is it'll be...

Thanks - if it's 24" C-C my guess is it'll be 63cm C-T, at least the 3 other 63cm bikes I own measure 24 C-C .. hmmm, hmmm .. that is my size :)
05-02-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,996
Posted By tendency

What's the size C-T in cm? Do you know what the...

What's the size C-T in cm? Do you know what the tubing is?
04-28-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,712
Posted By tendency

You are correct - that's an '84 3Resnho built...

You are correct - that's an '84 3Resnho built Allez but not just due to the Campy drops (many of the '83s have campy drops as well..) Yours is identical to mine which is also an '84. The 84 model is...
04-27-23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,400
Posted By tendency

Well, if someone is willing to pay $2500 for an...

Well, if someone is willing to pay $2500 for an excellent condition 3Rensho frame, then it's worth $2500, no sense arguing with basic economics.
04-27-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,400
Posted By tendency

Ain't gonna see that beautiful lug work on a...

Ain't gonna see that beautiful lug work on a Paramount - gorgeous!
04-27-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 857
Posted By tendency

I tried something very similar from a competing...

I tried something very similar from a competing vendor initially and it came off after a week or so. Thoroughly cleaned the surfaces first. Personally, prefer the glue method myself as the cable...
04-27-23, 06:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 857
Posted By tendency

I just did this. Go to the local hardware store...

I just did this. Go to the local hardware store and get some multi-purpose bonding agent (glue essentially) along the lines of Loctite 'Stick 'n Seal'. Thoroughly clean bottom of bottom bracket and...
04-26-23, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

Wow that would be great - really appreciate it. ...

Wow that would be great - really appreciate it. Please grab it if it's available I'm happy to pay you for the bike and effort.
04-26-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

ohhhhh really? do you recall the price? I don't...

ohhhhh really? do you recall the price? I don't care about steerer length as I'll have a new one put on (or if the fork is in particularly good condition have the existing one extended). Thanks!
04-26-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,400
Posted By tendency

The crappy lug work, bottom bracket, fork, etc. ,...

The crappy lug work, bottom bracket, fork, etc. , well I won't go on. That's not even close to looking like a 3resnho except for the livery lol. You might as well take an old huffy .. something...
04-26-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,400
Posted By tendency

One thing they cant replicate - unless a builder...

One thing they cant replicate - unless a builder were to make a special one off investment cast lug - is the iconic offset fork crown many 3renshos came with. Case in point, this example.
04-26-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,094
Posted By tendency

Nah, pretty much a typical mid-quality Italian...

Nah, pretty much a typical mid-quality Italian frame from the early 80s I'd say - lol.

many of the 'defects' you point out you'll find on any number of Italian frames - even ones from the top...
04-26-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 83,059
Views: 14,037,572
Posted By tendency

3Rensho Super Record Export - Tall, Washington

Ain't cheap, but rare large frame size. Looks larger than the 61cm seller is quoting, though does appear top tube slopes a tad (could just be due to camera angle). Closer to 63 to my eye. Full campy:...
04-26-23, 06:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

Spoke to him and he said he only had a 63cm...

Spoke to him and he said he only had a 63cm Battaglin .. so my search continues.
04-26-23, 06:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

Aha, that looks promising! Thanks Mark!

Aha, that looks promising! Thanks Mark!
04-25-23, 04:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,352
Posted By tendency

Wow - surprised no interest. Great bike and at...

Wow - surprised no interest. Great bike and at the sweet spot size wise.
04-23-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 679
Posted By tendency

Recommend the 7403 as it's hyperglide/uniglide...

Recommend the 7403 as it's hyperglide/uniglide compatible. Great hubs .. have a couple sets still silky smooth all these years later.
04-23-23, 11:37 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,352
Posted By tendency

Nice! my Miyata preference is always for their...

Nice! my Miyata preference is always for their frames pre-splined tubing (as I recall that started in '86) which I found made the ride overly harsh (and a heavy frame).
04-23-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

WTB: beat up junker 3rensho - need offset fork

Really just looking for a 3rensho offset fork for a replacement on a bike I have. Throw this out there on the odd chance someone has a beat up trashed frame with a good fork :D
04-23-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,352
Posted By tendency

Good luck with that search - I spent 3 years...

Good luck with that search - I spent 3 years looking for a 1980s 63cm Team Miyata. Super rare. Finally had a bead on an '81 but it feel through last minute, grrrrr.. I settled on an '86 63cm Pro...
04-23-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,352
Posted By tendency

Dang - wish that was my size. Is this the 2nd...

Dang - wish that was my size. Is this the 2nd Team Miyata in your stables?
Replies: 8
Views: 718
Posted By tendency

Looks legit to me - got the offset fork and the...

Looks legit to me - got the offset fork and the lugs are gorge. what are the dropouts? super ends by chance? if so that's legit 3rensho. problem is looks like someone re-sprayed it which will hurt...
04-21-23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 36,080
Posted By tendency

dang - that's a real beaut!

dang - that's a real beaut!
04-21-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,378
Posted By tendency

guys - please delete the photos when quoting OP! ...

guys - please delete the photos when quoting OP! thanks!
04-21-23, 06:34 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 36,080
Posted By tendency

Any of you with an 80s-early 90s 63cm that's...

Any of you with an 80s-early 90s 63cm that's thinking of selling, well, you know where to find me :D
04-21-23, 06:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,933
Posted By tendency

Yeah the powers that be should looks into the ads...

Yeah the powers that be should looks into the ads .. i get they need $$ to run the site but they could tone it down. Anyhow, as others have said just get an ad-blocker or become a full paid member...
04-21-23, 05:53 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,210
Posted By tendency

Busted up DT is a replacement job . Find a good...

Busted up DT is a replacement job . Find a good framebuilder and get ready to spend $$$.

Or, do it yourself :D :
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0N76mYFAwgM
04-20-23, 06:44 PM
Replies: 83,059
Views: 14,037,572
Posted By tendency

'87 Miyata 1000. looks to be 63cm - price drop...

'87 Miyata 1000. looks to be 63cm - price drop to $650...
04-20-23, 05:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 803
Posted By tendency

Schwajebus wish that was my size! done &...

Schwajebus wish that was my size! done & done.
04-20-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

Indeed - don't see any that look like 63cm to me,...

Indeed - don't see any that look like 63cm to me, however.
04-18-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,778
Posted By tendency

I Like duplicolor as well - hope you wore a mask...

I Like duplicolor as well - hope you wore a mask spraying indoors and had good ventilation.
04-18-23, 07:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,778
Posted By tendency

Remember - no wind! Nice stand.

Remember - no wind! Nice stand.
04-18-23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

wow what a shame, nice frame at one point.

wow what a shame, nice frame at one point.
04-18-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 8,640
Posted By tendency

100% agree. I think many of the 1980s japanese...

100% agree. I think many of the 1980s japanese bikes ride better than the italians - it's just the italians have the 'mystique' factor. my all time favorite steel bike is a 1986 nishiki team issue -...
04-18-23, 01:47 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 37,506
Posted By tendency

As I recall the red/white is '89 the...

As I recall the red/white is '89 the yellow/purple is '87.
04-18-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 37,506
Posted By tendency

Zombie thread revive - i believe you're correct...

Zombie thread revive - i believe you're correct as these particular Bottechia's were built with Columbus SPX which was a very stiff, heavy tubing. Would be very surprised LeMond actually rode this in...
04-16-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,598
Posted By tendency

Also, check the spoke tension. Significantly...

Also, check the spoke tension. Significantly under tensioned spokes will cause repeated flats.
04-16-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,834
Posted By tendency

Not necessarily - a head mechanic at a boutique...

Not necessarily - a head mechanic at a boutique shop in an affluent part of a larger city (yes, alot of caveats..) can make $60-70K/year. Not huge coin but not peanuts either.
04-16-23, 12:55 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,834
Posted By tendency

Well, my anecdotal: I know 2 pro head mechanics...

Well, my anecdotal: I know 2 pro head mechanics that have been doing it for almost 30 years. Neither has a cert. Specifically asked one if he regretted not getting one and he said simply 'nope,...
04-16-23, 08:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 388
Posted By tendency

WTB: 1980s Bottechia Professional 63cm

Don't expect to find one but thought I'd throw it out there hail mary style..
04-15-23, 01:58 PM
Replies: 1,897
Views: 100,045
Posted By tendency

Nothin' beats huffin' on yer huffy - ill just...

Nothin' beats huffin' on yer huffy - ill just leave it at that.
04-15-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 220
Posted By tendency

WTB: 1980s Bottechia Professional 63cm

Don't expect to find one but thought I'd throw it out there hail mary style..

EDIT: oops, wrong thread please move to C&V sales
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