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07-01-16, 11:15 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,638
Posted By eschlwc

cross-posting this here as well, as some of you...

cross-posting this here as well, as some of you might find this helpful ...

here's a video tip i just learned.

if you want to add video, you just paste in the link.

but if you want to hide...
07-01-16, 11:05 PM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

here's a video tip i just learned. if you...

here's a video tip i just learned.

if you want to add video, you just paste in the link.

but if you want to hide video within text using "url" html, you now need to place single quotes around...
Replies: 3
Views: 803
Posted By eschlwc

dunno, but the pedals and bars point to it being...

dunno, but the pedals and bars point to it being french.
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07-01-16, 07:31 AM
Replies: 22,293
Views: 4,619,515
Posted By eschlwc

good deal. I took a look at the map. looks...

good deal. I took a look at the map. looks promising.
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06-30-16, 06:44 PM
Replies: 22,293
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Posted By eschlwc

where i now live (after i left houston),...

where i now live (after i left houston), skateboarders use the sidewalk.
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06-30-16, 06:12 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 11,695
Posted By eschlwc

op, nice post. i sympathize. someone here...

op, nice post. i sympathize.

someone here has a sig that reads, "i don't stop for no one." i do the same.
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06-30-16, 04:04 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 26,218
Posted By eschlwc

^ i didn't know the '84 came with a brazed boss...

^ i didn't know the '84 came with a brazed boss for the fd. i haven't seen one like that.

mine had a mix of components on it when i got it (specialized, d.a., and campy).
06-30-16, 03:44 PM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

a few will complain about color no matter what it...

a few will complain about color no matter what it is.
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06-30-16, 03:26 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 26,218
Posted By eschlwc

i have an '84. it's tange tubing. there were...

i have an '84. it's tange tubing. there were two production models that year, the challenge and discovery (touring bike). the challenge was available with four different groupsets: s600,...
06-30-16, 02:17 PM
Replies: 22,293
Views: 4,619,515
Posted By eschlwc

i'm surprised anyone rides bikes in houston, tx. ...

i'm surprised anyone rides bikes in houston, tx.

so, however they do it, good for them!
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06-30-16, 12:36 AM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

sweet. quotes are back.

sweet. quotes are back.
06-29-16, 09:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,676
Posted By eschlwc

thanks, guys. i purchased this tool for $13...

thanks, guys.

i purchased this tool for $13 shipped:

Shimano Splined Freewheel Remover (pre-1985) (http://www.bicycletool.com/shimanosplinedfreewheelremoverpre-1985.aspx)

hope it works!
06-29-16, 09:18 PM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

dropdown menu doesn't work in android. if i open...

dropdown menu doesn't work in android. if i open the link in a new tab, it opens my user cp, but i can't find the list of quotes.

edit: found them.
06-29-16, 08:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,676
Posted By eschlwc

that pic looks like what i need, as its splines...

that pic looks like what i need, as its splines are more narrow than my FR-1.

is this tool sold on ebay or elsewhere?
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06-29-16, 08:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,676
Posted By eschlwc

FR-1 Tool: Too Big for Shimano Freewheel?

This Shimano freewheel of mine is a 12-spline model. The date code appears to be YH (1974). My Park FR-1 will not fit. The diameter of the tool is too large. And it appears the freewheel splines...
06-29-16, 05:01 PM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

i'm getting quote notifications now, but there...

i'm getting quote notifications now, but there isn't yet a quotes page i can access.
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06-29-16, 04:53 PM
Replies: 22,293
Views: 4,619,515
Posted By eschlwc

why "wacky"? looks more appropriate for the...

why "wacky"?

looks more appropriate for the other cl/ebay thread.
06-29-16, 04:39 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 10,749
Posted By eschlwc

turn the bike around and check back in twenty...

turn the bike around and check back in twenty years?

pink bikes are cool. and if they say 'faggin' on the side, you need some moxie to ride 'em.
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06-29-16, 03:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,157
Posted By eschlwc

what kind of freewheel is on the op's moto? ...

what kind of freewheel is on the op's moto?

and what cog sizes is he seeking?
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Replies: 16
Views: 2,121
Posted By eschlwc

mine was a windsor touring elite. awesome...

mine was a windsor touring elite. awesome columbus sl/sp bike. it had an odd fade paint job (with some rattle can mixed in), and i sold it earlier this year for $500 with a leather saddle and a...
06-29-16, 02:47 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,988
Posted By eschlwc

i have a 16-22t pro-comp sittin around.

i have a 16-22t pro-comp sittin around.
06-28-16, 08:36 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,638
Posted By eschlwc

hmm. just tried it on my android phone and it...

hmm. just tried it on my android phone and it works in either mode.

edit: they wrote today they're still working on the quote notifications.
06-28-16, 08:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,988
Posted By eschlwc

14-28. but i am rarely ever in my 14t cog...

14-28.

but i am rarely ever in my 14t cog anymore. if a dog or meth addict would just chase me once in a while .... B^)
06-28-16, 05:08 PM
Replies: 22,293
Views: 4,619,515
Posted By eschlwc

it's in great condition! ...

it's in great condition!

http://images.craigslist.org/00101_liyHs9iDnaE_600x450.jpg
Vintage Gippieme Special Rear Hub + Cassette (http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bop/5635469325.html)
06-28-16, 02:06 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 35,770
Posted By eschlwc

'85 fiori napoli ...

'85 fiori napoli

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/490/19456855935_1e39401182_b.jpg

https://farm1.staticflickr.com/549/19461148061_1eb58306bc_b.jpg
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06-28-16, 01:59 PM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

you just post the youtube link now without any...

you just post the youtube link now without any surrounding html.
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06-28-16, 01:57 PM
Replies: 606
Views: 43,312
Posted By eschlwc

any update on getting notifications for quotes? ...

any update on getting notifications for quotes?
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06-28-16, 01:56 PM
06-28-16, 01:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,246
Posted By eschlwc

almost like rustines: Campy-Style Brake...

almost like rustines:

Campy-Style Brake Lever Hoods (http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/rustines-italian-lever-brake-hood-cover.html)
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06-28-16, 11:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,457
Posted By eschlwc

http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/874719-s...

http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/874719-show-me-your-green-bikes.html

http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/976643-green-envy.html
06-28-16, 11:44 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,638
Posted By eschlwc

the other thread says they're addressing it...

the other thread says they're addressing it (maybe).
06-28-16, 12:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 881
Posted By eschlwc

What's Your Favorite Seattle Area Road or Route?

Please share your favorite Seattle (greater metro area) road, trail or route.

I have a new one, Perkins Road NE (in Shoreline between 10th Ave and Bothell Way NE).

Perkins is windy and...
06-27-16, 11:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,097
Posted By eschlwc

i'll ride between the rails if northbound on...

i'll ride between the rails if northbound on westlake between blanchard and the lake.
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06-27-16, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,938
Posted By eschlwc

i've only had one belt saddle, and its top at the...

i've only had one belt saddle, and its top at the back was cracked. i used the conditioner i had on hand for car interior, and it worked great.
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06-27-16, 05:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 917
Posted By eschlwc

how old? my three are years old and going strong.

how old? my three are years old and going strong.
06-27-16, 05:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,836
Posted By eschlwc

sunrace on ebay

sunrace on ebay
06-27-16, 04:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 917
Posted By eschlwc

wow. i'm surprised that it appears they're in...

wow. i'm surprised that it appears they're in stock:

Classica 5/6/7-Speed Freewheels (http://store.interlocracing.com/cl5fr.html)

if the $60 (plus shipping?) scares you, you might try a...
06-27-16, 03:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,938
Posted By eschlwc

i just use leather conditioner bought at auto...

i just use leather conditioner bought at auto supply (for leather interior) for old, dry saddles i don't plan to keep.

i also apply it very lightly to my own gyes saddle when the top gets dry.
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06-27-16, 02:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 917
Posted By eschlwc

i'd buy a new sunrace 14-28t freewheel off ebay. ...

i'd buy a new sunrace 14-28t freewheel off ebay.

but if that doesn't work for you, maybe you can find a used suntour one from bikeforums.

i have 14-28t ird freewheels on my keepers.
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06-27-16, 03:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,467
Posted By eschlwc

"awful"? has absolutely nothing to do with...

"awful"?

has absolutely nothing to do with safety unless you have really bad arthritis or something similar.

i can lock up non-aeros just like i can lock up aeros. because they take more force...
06-26-16, 10:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,121
Posted By eschlwc

same thing happened to my davidson when i got it....

same thing happened to my davidson when i got it. it's the only time i've broken a spoke.

fortunately, i found another bike to flip that needed a wheelset, and built new wheels for the davidson. ...
Replies: 15
Views: 2,536
Posted By eschlwc

turn the bike around so buyers can see the drive...

turn the bike around so buyers can see the drive train in the full bike photo.
Replies: 3
Views: 2,468
Posted By eschlwc

put "img" html around the file name (with...

put "img" html around the file name (with brackets).

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/4370787/100_9553.JPG
Replies: 10
Views: 877
Posted By eschlwc

i see pics like that and am instantly turned off....

i see pics like that and am instantly turned off.

if you don't have a nice wood floor or table, put it on a nice, clean sheet. natural lighting from a window helps too.

"it's not always what...
06-26-16, 05:31 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 23,730
Posted By eschlwc

i have faves of course (campy), but, in the words...

i have faves of course (campy), but, in the words of the great Will Rogers, "i never met a set of down tube shifters I didn't like."

to me, dt shifters define vintage. good thing i love them.
06-26-16, 05:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,467
Posted By eschlwc

one of the best braking bikes i ever had was an...

one of the best braking bikes i ever had was an '80 pkn10 with mafac center pulls, non-aero levers and kool-stops. i used to love attacking hills on that bike. it gave me all the confidence i...
06-26-16, 05:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,467
Posted By eschlwc

i did the same thing as you with your centurion...

i did the same thing as you with your centurion when i first started rebuilding vintage bikes -- i replaced the non-aero levers with modern cane creek scr-5 aeros. at the time, i thought they would...
06-26-16, 04:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,894
Posted By eschlwc

looks like you got one from scozim. but if...

looks like you got one from scozim.

but if you do have to sand one down, don't make the same mistake i've done with a seatpost. i was using my rougher of two files, and i didn't take into account...
06-26-16, 03:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,894
Posted By eschlwc

it needn't be expensive, but it might take some...

it needn't be expensive, but it might take some work.

- you could buy a cheap donor bike and swap stems.

- you could use a normal quill stem and sand it down 0.1mm if it doesn't fit the headset...
06-26-16, 03:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,045
Posted By eschlwc

never had a problem with sapim race spokes from...

never had a problem with sapim race spokes from danscomp. always perfectly cut.
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