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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 115
Posted By Mr. 66

I have that model, just put a chain to it last...

I have that model, just put a chain to it last week. I believe the tubing is the same as what is labeled as 531c, I am not knowledgeable that’s just my guts telling me. I’m still setting it up for my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 208
Posted By Mr. 66

A huffy beach cruiser is the bike. Is that a...

A huffy beach cruiser is the bike.

Is that a single speeder?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 933,941
Posted By Mr. 66

The Rock Hopper gets a redux for the Mrs. 66. ...

The Rock Hopper gets a redux for the Mrs. 66.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 282
Views: 14,015
Posted By Mr. 66

I think that’s a really fine bike, imo newer than...

I think that’s a really fine bike, imo newer than 1984. I think that’s like OS or a larger diameter tubing. I don’t remember any speed bikes with unicrown until the ‘90s
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 278
Posted By Mr. 66

As far as brand I don’t know. I think the plastic...

As far as brand I don’t know. I think the plastic was probably red originally.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 240
Posted By Mr. 66

As pictured, $20. If you were to wipe the...

As pictured, $20.

If you were to wipe the frame down with oil and put the front wheel add air. $50

As a functioning clean bike those are about $120.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,714
Posted By Mr. 66

The shoes are new, of an old Asics pattern....

The shoes are new, of an old Asics pattern. Lifestyle shoe, now under the Onitshuka brand. The black pair I have are slightly lower profile.

I used to use Avocet but those have been out of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,714
Posted By Mr. 66

I go with the Tigers, fairly narrow toe, leather...

I go with the Tigers, fairly narrow toe, leather and rubber tips.
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I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 166
Posted By Mr. 66

A chrome fork does not strike me as an ‘80’s...

A chrome fork does not strike me as an ‘80’s Centurion. Early 80s may have tips and or crown of chrome on the fork. Later 80’s has no chrome
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-24-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 156
Posted By Mr. 66

I would think that you would be at about $200 as...

I would think that you would be at about $200 as a minimum for one that works. That one is fairly sought after, for one that’s clean perhaps $300. This would be a local Craigslist type price.

The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 206
Posted By Mr. 66

I have that 45' stem and I think it was a stock...

I have that 45' stem and I think it was a stock trek item. I haven’t had many Trek mtb with the threadless headset. I think it came off a lugged 930 model.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 171
Posted By Mr. 66

Dang that’s a heck of a bing on the edge there....

Dang that’s a heck of a bing on the edge there. You may need to give that some attention.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,055
Posted By Mr. 66

Birds of a feather flock together… ...

Birds of a feather flock together…
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 282
Views: 14,015
Posted By Mr. 66

There’s one flying under the radar.

There’s one flying under the radar.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 725
Posted By Mr. 66

The caliper is dry and adjuster looks to need...

The caliper is dry and adjuster looks to need some wd or some penetrating oil. The barrel adjuster may be stiff action, or frozen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 11,055
Posted By Mr. 66

Serotta did do some touring frames, the pnwgopher...

Serotta did do some touring frames, the pnwgopher has one, it is the ‘Rapid Tour’.

I have a Club Special track bike, this one is not my size. I use that one to hold the floor down, this was a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,714
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh yes that can be tough. When you push the pin...

Oh yes that can be tough. When you push the pin push thru one side only as far as you need, just enough to slightly pry open to pull the link out.

the reinstall is a slight pry and clip back into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 440
Posted By Mr. 66

You lower the stem and not cut the ‘steertube’...

You lower the stem and not cut the ‘steertube’ just restack the spacers from under to over. This way if you don’t like the lower you can put it back.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,723
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s been a few years since I’ve set those up....

It’s been a few years since I’ve set those up. Bitd I would have the Suntour ratchet shifters cables roll up the bend some enough to lift, not up to the brake levers. Probably half way the bend to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 307
Posted By Mr. 66

I would guess your Takara would have Maxy cranks,...

I would guess your Takara would have Maxy cranks, Suntour derailer, and Diacomp center pull brakes. Is it green? I seem to recall that was their color.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-20-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,057
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that handle massive tires like the Big Apple

Oh that handle massive tires like the Big Apple
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,088,748
Posted By Mr. 66

Yes, some scuff on the cap but not on the body!...

Yes, some scuff on the cap but not on the body! :)

They have been cleaned filed down and rebuilt, I’m happy....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 282
Views: 14,015
Posted By Mr. 66

One thing the add does not specify is the tubing...

One thing the add does not specify is the tubing manufacturer. The picture of the tubing decal is not at a good angle, it appears to be Columbus logo.

At $700 it’s rich for myself, but I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,210
Posted By Mr. 66

I think you screwed the pooch with the off center...

I think you screwed the pooch with the off center holes.

Do you have any needle end pliers, maybe the tip ends of some wire cutters may have enough to grab in the two holes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 952
Posted By Mr. 66

I came to the point with the ‘68 where I gave up...

I came to the point with the ‘68 where I gave up on them. Either the calipers’ bend for the pad slot had crack, the pivot bolts broken, or the lever bodies (famous for cracking on installing) were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,343
Posted By Mr. 66

I guess they, Japan, imported frames, but they...

I guess they, Japan, imported frames, but they exported a lot more.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,531
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh stuck post and bb?! Kroil or PB Blaster will...

Oh stuck post and bb?! Kroil or PB Blaster will assist on the removals. Heat can help also.

Im wondering if the lbs actually tried removing the bb, most if not all shops won’t quote a stick post...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,531
Posted By Mr. 66

Eh, the frame is probably, usable. If you want a...

Eh, the frame is probably, usable. If you want a project and you like it one could repaint. The epoxy paints are very durable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,343
Posted By Mr. 66

My Miyata, and Univega have lasted 45 years, my...

My Miyata, and Univega have lasted 45 years, my Nishiki 48 years.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 488
Posted By Mr. 66

I’m sure that it will work fine. It does change,...

I’m sure that it will work fine. It does change, slacken, your geometry some.

Your original fork is probably fine enough for realignment. Aside from putting a wheel on the original have you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 326
Posted By Mr. 66

That looks very twitchy. Have you tried it with a...

That looks very twitchy. Have you tried it with a loaded rack?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 260
Posted By Mr. 66

I have no idea what you did. It sounds like it’s...

I have no idea what you did. It sounds like it’s toast. Nothing is slightly snapped, that’s like being a little bit pregnant, lol.

I am not familiar with Aksium parts, hopefully someone that is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 667
Posted By Mr. 66

Sure, space out the chain rings, lol.

Sure, space out the chain rings, lol.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 15,458
Views: 4,088,748
Posted By Mr. 66

Set set of modified campy pedals covered with...

Set set of modified campy pedals covered with epoxy were uncovered at The Bikery. The bearings roll clean, and a new modification is in order....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 502
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s fake!

It’s fake!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,079
Posted By Mr. 66

The Pro Miyata is right on brink. Here it is,...

The Pro Miyata is right on brink. Here it is, with the seatpost at minimum insert. I need a tiny bit more extension. It is set up with 170mm cranks. The bar reach and drop are more than more of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3,018
Views: 875,065
Posted By Mr. 66

Very sporting, I like it. Not sure about the...

Very sporting, I like it. Not sure about the cable route for the rear brake. I would loop it over the post pin to the adjuster.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,007
Posted By Mr. 66

For you 170 is probably great. A longer crank can...

For you 170 is probably great. A longer crank can increase leverage, some. It can be helpful to have a longer or shorter largely depending inseams. Some people cannot handle longer, it increases...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 868
Posted By Mr. 66

That looks to be a race frame, I say this because...

That looks to be a race frame, I say this because there are no rack or fender eyelets.

I tried adjusting the photo, I could not draw any information from it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 320
Posted By Mr. 66

Different lengths for different products.

Different lengths for different products.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 768
Posted By Mr. 66

That all looks fine, crusty but fine. I would oil...

That all looks fine, crusty but fine. I would oil the derailer pivots and spring. Work that by hand. The chain definitely needs lubricant. WD40 the cable as well, your shifter may need some as well....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,243
Posted By Mr. 66

Some punctuation would definitely help.

Some punctuation would definitely help.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,118
Posted By Mr. 66

I would not buy the proposed. The op is much...

I would not buy the proposed. The op is much better off using a local bike kitchen
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 933,941
Posted By Mr. 66

The fork is wicked, looks very responsive. ...

The fork is wicked, looks very responsive.

On your cranks, is there a wobble in looking at the chainring to derailer as it rotates. I’m wondering if you have a spider arm that got binged and needs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 852
Posted By Mr. 66

I would think a rear wheel from a coop would be...

I would think a rear wheel from a coop would be about $30 in my part of the rock, your local I would have no idea
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,121
Posted By Mr. 66

Outrageous price, and the fork needs alignment ...

Outrageous price, and the fork needs alignment
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 669
Posted By Mr. 66

I would go with a buying a wheelset, trying to...

I would go with a buying a wheelset, trying to find a match can be a daunting challenge.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 563
Posted By Mr. 66

I did some 600 grit and Meguires carnuba wax on...

I did some 600 grit and Meguires carnuba wax on the Synergy, the wax has more cut to it than others that I’ve used. I didn’t want to use the rubbing compound, I’m sure it would have worked fine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,067
Posted By Mr. 66

Thanks! The white one is not a Colorado II, I...

Thanks! The white one is not a Colorado II, I think it’s designated as Colorado LT.

Today is a different day, I still have the LT, but I did get a little greedy a few weeks ago when a blue...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 520
Posted By Mr. 66

Washer or are they convex spring? Did you try the...

Washer or are they convex spring? Did you try the same piece flipped? I think I tried a washer under the thumbscrew, I don’t recall if that worked or if I did something different. I wonder if a thin...
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