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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-22, 05:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,930
Posted By VonCarlos

So, you used angle-iron for V-blocks. That's a...

So, you used angle-iron for V-blocks. That's a good idea. I have most of the tools to do this.
Without the spacer lip to catch on, whats going to keep the v-blocks from pulling off?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-22, 04:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,542
Posted By VonCarlos

I have a Park tension meter and use it to just...

I have a Park tension meter and use it to just confirm what I've trued, based on spoke ring sound.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-22, 10:52 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,930
Posted By VonCarlos

Phil Wood front hub

I have a few pics of my front hub and some I got off the web. Not sure what version the web pics are.
The first 3 are my hub.
I'm not sure if I just press the whole axle/bearing assemble clean...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-22, 10:29 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,930
Posted By VonCarlos

Thanks for the post. Any chance you could post a...

Thanks for the post. Any chance you could post a pic of the puller you made? Or just email me the pic?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-22, 03:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,930
Posted By VonCarlos

Hi, Did you get the bearings off the axle? Any...

Hi, Did you get the bearings off the axle? Any pics.
I have the same hubs and want to do this.
Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-17, 08:51 AM
Replies: 218
Views: 29,468
Posted By VonCarlos

https://www.flickr.com/photos/36693223@N03/3778543...

https://www.flickr.com/photos/36693223@N03/37785435084/in/dateposted-public/https://c1.staticflickr.com/5/4551/37785435084_cd8038020f_b.jpghttps://www.flickr.com/photos/36693223@N03/37785435084/in/dat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-17, 12:35 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,364
Posted By VonCarlos

I had the same reaction to some paint. It did...

I had the same reaction to some paint. It did clear up over time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-17, 09:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,629
Posted By VonCarlos

I believe there is a difference between early...

I believe there is a difference between early ones and later model ones.
Early model need factory tools, later can be done by DIY.
Although I'm not sure on this without going through my files and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-17, 04:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,371
Posted By VonCarlos

That California map is amazing !!! There are some...

That California map is amazing !!! There are some unique ads on it.
The one posted is from The Library of Congress.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-17, 09:28 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,371
Posted By VonCarlos

T-Mar, thanks for adding a bit more to the...

T-Mar, thanks for adding a bit more to the history.
I love history; not only is this interesting to the history of cycling, but to the history of graphic design art.
I forgot to mention that there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-27-17, 06:40 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,371
Posted By VonCarlos

Cycling road maps from 1899

In my latest update from "LAPADA," I came across some interesting Cycling road maps that date from the late 1800's.
I thought some folks might find this interesting. Here is a snippet from the site:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-17, 06:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,298
Posted By VonCarlos

Saw this Guinness Bike in Ireland

So, while traveling in Co. Donegal, Ireland I came across this bike with Guinness signs replacing the wheels. I thought this was just the coolest looking thing. Wish I could have gotten a better...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-16, 12:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,499
Posted By VonCarlos

My wife loves her Brooks "S" saddle and after I...

My wife loves her Brooks "S" saddle and after I made some cuts to it she never complains about saddle soreness.
Assumptions aside, the Brooks "S" is smaller in the length and this is perfect because...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-15, 04:55 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 8,898
Posted By VonCarlos

Don't need an ashtray to take a trip on Acid. ;-))

Don't need an ashtray to take a trip on Acid. ;-))
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-15, 04:58 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 56,919
Posted By VonCarlos

My Superbe CB-3200 dualslots from the 1980's. ...

My Superbe CB-3200 dualslots from the 1980's.
They were pretty scratched up so I removed the anodizing and gave them a good polishing.
Just put these on the chopping block.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-14, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 852
Posted By VonCarlos

C&V paint design on c#*b*n frame?

I have been recovering from an injury to my arm, back and neck, muscles and nerves and have not ridden my bikes in over a year.
My physical therapist wanted me to have a bike with shorter reach and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-16-14, 08:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,201
Posted By VonCarlos

I recently had an inquiry for one of my bikes for...

I recently had an inquiry for one of my bikes for sale.
Here is the last response I received:

On Monday, May 5, 2014 2:30 PM, ken Bagger <kenbagger1@gmail.com> wrote:
Alright that is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-14, 07:10 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,994
Posted By VonCarlos

That is so beautiful on it's own. Maybe just...

That is so beautiful on it's own. Maybe just remove the fenders and keep it as a true "rat-rod" bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-13-14, 09:49 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,001
Posted By VonCarlos

Please post those photos in the Flickr group, ...

Please post those photos in the Flickr group,
E. Bozzi group: Frejus and Legnano (http://www.flickr.com/groups/1330352@N21/)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-14, 09:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,941
Posted By VonCarlos

These are all signs of Asperger syndrome,...

These are all signs of Asperger syndrome, co-dependency and PTSD.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-14, 06:51 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 67,408
Posted By VonCarlos

I saw it on ebay so he might have sold it by now.

I saw it on ebay so he might have sold it by now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-14, 06:53 AM
Replies: 304
Views: 67,408
Posted By VonCarlos

1972 Motobecane Grand Record, USA model ...

1972 Motobecane Grand Record, USA model

http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3759/10361718054_b4cef3cf55_o.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-14, 08:47 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 68,651
Posted By VonCarlos

This Dave Scott Ironman is still for sale in my...

This Dave Scott Ironman is still for sale in my area. Seller has listed it at 48cm. $200 OBO

http://img.ksl.com/mx/mplace-classifieds.ksl.com/155173-1379456066-694021.jpg?filter=ksl/gallery1
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-14, 09:45 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 8,985
Posted By VonCarlos

Now with this one, I can say I wasn't even alive...

Now with this one, I can say I wasn't even alive yet.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-14, 09:39 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,347
Posted By VonCarlos

I forgot to mention in my initial post, that...

I forgot to mention in my initial post, that there is another fabulous reference/knowledge base cycling bible website, Sheldon Brown (http://sheldonbrown.com/articles.html) (RIP). You really must...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-21-14, 11:19 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,347
Posted By VonCarlos

I think your best bet is to use Amazon or Bike...

I think your best bet is to use Amazon or Bike Nashbar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-14, 09:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 896
Posted By VonCarlos

Reminds me of a bike Tony Curtis would ride in...

Reminds me of a bike Tony Curtis would ride in The Great Race.

http://www.moviesbydecade.com/comedies/great_race-2.jpg
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-14, 07:47 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,347
Posted By VonCarlos

Congrats on getting that Ironman. I live in Salt...

Congrats on getting that Ironman. I live in Salt Lake as well and it caught my eye.

There is a Bikeforums member, Randy, that has a great website for fixing up vintage ten-speeds. Definitely give...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-14, 02:28 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 10,514
Posted By VonCarlos

Turned loud enough, I can here this in my...

Turned loud enough, I can here this in my workroom.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-14, 01:09 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,980
Posted By VonCarlos

I also would be skeptical of recorded weights...

I also would be skeptical of recorded weights unless the scale is calibrated. I have weighed my bikes, but only as a rough reference, as I have not calibrated my fish scale.

24.34 lbs : 1974 Alex...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-14, 12:21 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,817
Posted By VonCarlos

I've taken a few screen-shots of the nose...

I've taken a few screen-shots of the nose riveting.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vmfoWHRCQL8/UulFufIoRBI/AAAAAAAAAnU/O2U8gf74flU/s764/Brooks%2520nose%2520rivets01.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-14, 10:19 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,817
Posted By VonCarlos

I should like to bring up a few points and...

I should like to bring up a few points and reiterate what several experienced folks have said here.
As a disclaimer, I use to do leather tooling back in the '70s and may not remember things...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-14, 11:29 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 27,100
Posted By VonCarlos

From my 1972 Motobecane Grand Record. These...

From my 1972 Motobecane Grand Record. These decals do not last long.
What I find missing on repos are the accents above the "E".

http://farm7.staticflickr.com/6096/6366430801_10a9044236_o.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-14, 08:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 26,110
Posted By VonCarlos

Found this info on the Brooks facebook...

Found this info on the Brooks facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Brooks.England/posts/224863274231545):


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-13, 08:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,927
Posted By VonCarlos

Nice job Michael ! Your painting jobs always...

Nice job Michael !
Your painting jobs always look beautiful.
Spraying metallic paint can be tricky with large panels, how was it with bike tubes?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-13, 07:42 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 46,862
Posted By VonCarlos

Not really sure of the exact year, '60s to no...

Not really sure of the exact year, '60s to no later than 1972.
There is a small round pap on the downtube to stop the shifters.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-13, 10:39 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 46,862
Posted By VonCarlos

I've posted this Dawes in the past but will show...

I've posted this Dawes in the past but will show it here for the collected posterity.
Have ridden it for about 10 minutes, just waiting for Spring to adjust it and do a longer ride.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-09-13, 10:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,889
Posted By VonCarlos

Can you see if the decals were just sprayed over?

Can you see if the decals were just sprayed over?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-13, 01:58 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,408
Posted By VonCarlos

This has to be the most understated classic I...

This has to be the most understated classic I have seen here.
There's no need for anything flashy or colorful, it would just become gaudy, nothing lacking nor superfluous.
Pure elegance in form....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-13, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 606
Posted By VonCarlos

Automated underground Bicycle parking

I saw this over in the 50+ circle; pretty cool.
Underground bicycle parking in Japan. Someday I'd like to go there.

http://youtu.be/pcZSU40RBrg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-13, 10:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,127
Posted By VonCarlos

$475 was a good chunk of change back in 1974. As...

$475 was a good chunk of change back in 1974. As a comparison, my rent for a 1 bedroom apartment back then was $123.00. That was in West Los Angeles.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-13, 03:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,401
Posted By VonCarlos

Yes, it's a FUJI saddle and the model is BELT.

Yes, it's a FUJI saddle and the model is BELT.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-13, 02:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,401
Posted By VonCarlos

Here's a few photos to go with my earlier post. ...

Here's a few photos to go with my earlier post.

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-3ayFJvGEaOg/UmWMfiAc4bI/AAAAAAAAAmo/bWQtzkaQvM4/s1024/w_2551.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-13, 12:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,401
Posted By VonCarlos

My Fuji Belt has very similar items. The rails...

My Fuji Belt has very similar items.
The rails are bolted on, except the spirals start on the other side of the bolt.
The leather has a relief around the perimeter just like yours.
The bag tabs...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-21-13, 11:49 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,159
Posted By VonCarlos

I think the severest wound about growing old is...

I think the severest wound about growing old is losing one's friends.
Sorry for your loss.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-13, 04:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 604
Posted By VonCarlos

Yes ! Congrats on finding a nice ride in your...

Yes ! Congrats on finding a nice ride in your size.
A 52 is not easy to find and I've read nice things about the Ironman's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-20-13, 09:01 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 118,053
Posted By VonCarlos

Sure, and you can see more of it on my flickr...

Sure, and you can see more of it on my flickr photo link at the bottom of the message pane.
Here's the original thread when I first got it:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-13, 11:33 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 118,053
Posted By VonCarlos

I finally got the time to re-photograph my 1972...

I finally got the time to re-photograph my 1972 Motobecane Grand Record, in it's finished, cleaned up state.
Serial numbers are: LH rear dropout, 1250892. RH rear dropout (inside), 64116.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-13, 10:01 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,829
Posted By VonCarlos

Does everyone remember having a drawer filled...

Does everyone remember having a drawer filled with this stuff and large tables before AutoCad?
How about that Leroy system up top of photo.

I loved making maps this old fashion way.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-13, 02:34 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,829
Posted By VonCarlos

Wow! This is kind of a weird but fun thread. ...

Wow!
This is kind of a weird but fun thread.
I've been holding onto this pencil since 1984. Finally decided to start using it; it's just a pencil after all.
Most of the Luthiers here should be...
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