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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 07:31 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,160
Posted By gmcjetpilot

That is a great tip. I don't want to bugger it...

That is a great tip. I don't want to bugger it up, do a hack job. I agree on doing service. I am refraining from riding this bike until I do this. Bike was not stored outside but also not under a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 07:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,160
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Order placed. Thank you.

Order placed. Thank you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 10:20 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,160
Posted By gmcjetpilot

You don't speak for everyone. Sorry. My English...

You don't speak for everyone. Sorry. My English is correct. Then you make more stipulations what restored is which is presumptuous. I'm not new to bikes or restoration of all kind of things. As far...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,160
Posted By gmcjetpilot

res·to·ra·tion /ˌrestəˈrāSH(ə)n/ 1) the...

res·to·ra·tion
/ˌrestəˈrāSH(ə)n/
1) the action of returning something to a former owner, place, or condition.

Your comment is laughable and pedantic.. Yoda say? Helpful,not he is..... Ha ha. It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 04:11 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,160
Posted By gmcjetpilot

XH Suntour MAEDA Industries.

XH Suntour MAEDA Industries.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,160
Posted By gmcjetpilot

What Tools Do I Need to service Bottom Bracket & Free Wheel

This is my 1983 Bianchi Randonneur I owned since new. I just restored it. What tools do I need to pull crank bottom bracket bearing to service bearings. Also reat Sprocket Free Wheel tools.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-23-23, 09:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,337
Posted By gmcjetpilot

REVIEW of Trip Computer

Disclaimer: I do not represent this device or brand. You do as you all like. I am happy with my el-cheap-O purchase. It fit my needs and mission perfectly. To those that say I will never......
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-16-23, 09:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,337
Posted By gmcjetpilot

I was about to post and searched. I have similar...

I was about to post and searched. I have similar question and bought this. $7.50 + tax + free shipping on ebay. I installed it today on my folding Brampton bike clone. It took me a little time to...
Forum: Touring
05-11-23, 09:39 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

THANKS FOR THE TIPS..... Appreciate the safety...

THANKS FOR THE TIPS..... Appreciate the safety input. Yes you have to be seen to avoid being hit.

The IDEAL part of the racks and CG and affects is noted. Nothing is optimal but I am going to "Run...
Forum: Touring
04-21-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

That's a great tip. Cheers

That's a great tip. Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-23, 06:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By gmcjetpilot

I see the confusion. In my first post I used the...

I see the confusion. In my first post I used the word "weld". Apologize, at the time I posted did not know what method would be used.. I am not the a frame maker. I left it up to the Pro. Both...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Kontact: Sorry you were unhappy with previous...

Kontact: Sorry you were unhappy with previous pictures. Hope you can forgive me. I have all the tools or they are on order.. I am done with restoration and starting to service bike bottom bracket and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-09-23, 08:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,686
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thanks for bumping the thread. If I did not...

Thanks for bumping the thread.

If I did not mention I have two folding bikes. 3Sixty (Brompton Clone) and Greenzone (like a Zizzo or Tern). I don't "need" electric but want it.

Passed on...
Forum: Touring
04-08-23, 04:42 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Yes I know, climbing is not easy, low gearing...

Yes I know, climbing is not easy, low gearing helps (a lot). No offense taken. Just want to keep cadence with panniers. Thanks for the advice. I appreciate your experience and know you are trying to...
Forum: Touring
04-06-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

OH My Gosh... Read what I wrote.... When I say...

OH My Gosh... Read what I wrote.... When I say "cross country" I don't mean coast to coast and back again like Forest Gump/ Cross country as in 50, 100, 500 miles or whatever. I feel like. I WILL...
Forum: Touring
04-06-23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

WOW. Ha ha. Oh good gosh. Enough with the...

WOW. Ha ha. Oh good gosh. Enough with the gearing. You don't need super low 18" for moderate grades and weights. 25" is plenty low for me.

Smitty what does "fully loaded" mean? Does that mean...
Forum: Touring
04-05-23, 10:51 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thank you. I understand 100%. Got it. My gear...

Thank you. I understand 100%. Got it. My gear inches are 24" to 101". Yes it is low enough for me from my experience and preference. The internet recommends 18" to 25" for heavy touring weight to...
Forum: Touring
04-05-23, 09:48 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

We are getting off the pannier question to am I...

We are getting off the pannier question to am I an old fart who can't ride and the qualifications of my vintage bikes gear radios.. Yes I am an old fart but I can ride. Yes my vintage bike is...
Forum: Touring
04-04-23, 11:14 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Some comment above asked if this bike was...

Some comment above asked if this bike was suitable or such? Yes the Bianchi Randonneur was a premium touring bike back in the day made for this. That is why I bought it.. It came out late 1982 and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-23, 09:42 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

"svelte" Hey I gained a few pounds but.... Oh the...

"svelte" Hey I gained a few pounds but.... Oh the mirror. Ha ha. That is a strange but interesting mirror. The one on it is original and works well, very adjustable and wide field of view. The brake...
Forum: Touring
04-04-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 10,030
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Panniers - Calling All Pannier & Touring Experts (or anyone w/ opinions) Suggests?

LOOING FOR ADVICE, do's and dont's, pros and cons, opinions and experience with Panniers. I always dreamed of bike touring. I have done it on motorcycle, car and small personal airplane camping. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

IT IS DONE! Well almost but THANK YOU BIKE FORUM...

IT IS DONE! Well almost but THANK YOU BIKE FORUM and everyone who encouraged me. It rides like a dream. It's like I'm 23.again. Ha ha.I like it better than "modern" bikes in many way. It just feels...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

I got my forks back from modification and it is...

I got my forks back from modification and it is FANTASTIC. The brake pivots were brazed on and lugs for rack were brazed on. I just cut the threaded steerer to proper length and it came out great.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-23, 12:53 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thank you got it. I will be ordering tools and...

Thank you got it. I will be ordering tools and parts. I found a few good YouTube tutorials. I replaced the rubber, tires, tubes, strip already.. Yes 27 x 1-1/4" w/ presta valves, bargain at under for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thanks for the reply. Can you explain your...

Thanks for the reply. Can you explain your concern? I bought a NEW fork that met all the geometry / steerer specs. However two things, cantilever brake pivots and bottom lug on top for rack. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Need help on resto check list tools grease

Need a check list of what to do to restore my Randonneur. Advice appreciated. I started with fork replacement requiring welding, new tires/tubes/strip, seat., and to do handlebar tape, brake lever...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By gmcjetpilot

HELP Restoring my Bianchi Randonneur CRANK - REAR HUB - CABLES - CHAIN

Need a check list of what to do to restore my Randonneur. Advice appreciated. I have started with fork replacement (long story) requiring welding, new tires/tubes/strip, seat. To Do - handlebar tape,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-23, 06:05 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

This is outside.... The true color is visable....

This is outside.... The true color is visable. Funny blue painters tape on forks to map out where the chrome will be removed for welding is close. I am going to bring it to a car body shop, have them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Appreciate the post. I am not so mad. I am not...

Appreciate the post. I am not so mad. I am not going to disclose the whole thing BUT it was fair and voluntary. If I had it to do over I might ignore the recall. I got to keep the Randonneur minus...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By gmcjetpilot

40 YEARS Difference of Bianchi Randonnuer vs Nirone 7 w/ Pictures!

What is the difference between two Bianchi's made 40 yrs apart? Let's see shall we.

I have a thread called "Bianchi Randonneur - Restoration Advice - Parts and Sanity Check" . The story is there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-23, 09:40 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

YEAH - Going Ahead Restoring My (I'm Original Owner) Vintage 1982 Bianchi Randonneur

I AM RESTORING IT. I found a fork to fit. As posted I give my fork back to Bianchi for a +20 yr old recall, In exchange I got a discount on another bike. I still could not throw this bike away, as it...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-12-22, 10:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 818
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Great tips. I did not think of getting just hub...

Great tips. I did not think of getting just hub motor and rolling my own spoke / rim. Not sure where I would buy rim and spokes. The price is $140 for motor only and $230 for hub motor and rim (for...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-03-22, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,686
Posted By gmcjetpilot

If you read my post I mentioned swytchbike... I...

If you read my post I mentioned swytchbike... I contacted them many times before I got a response. Some vague info was given. They are pretty shy on hard data, but I am on their mailing list to be...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-22, 05:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,686
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Brompton Clone eBike Conversion Suggestions

HELP! Brompton Folding Bike 16" Wheels Conversion
A start up Swytch electric bike kit is coming out with an new kit and have a signup to be notified. I think it will be more than I want to pay....
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-02-22, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 818
Posted By gmcjetpilot

HELP! Brompton Folding Bike 16" Wheels eBike Conversion

HELP! Brompton Folding Bike 16" Wheels eBike Conversion
A start up Swytch electric bike kit is coming out with an new kit and have a signup to be notified. I think it will be more than I want to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-22, 06:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,324
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thanks for correction, and interesting info....

Thanks for correction, and interesting info. Appreciated. Being an engineer I am a metallurgy nerd. Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-22, 06:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,324
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Yeah you are missing context my friend. aware a...

Yeah you are missing context my friend. aware a universal fork replacement is not original, but want one that looks close. .To be more precise 'without cantilever brakes the bike appearance would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-22, 07:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,324
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Great question. I was wondering as well, but this...

Great question. I was wondering as well, but this is the story.

Short story, there was a 1990 recall on my fork which I was not aware of. I went to restore my bike which I bought new in or around...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-22, 08:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,324
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thanks ALL.... I am always impressed with the...

Thanks ALL.... I am always impressed with the excellent replies on Bike Forum. Yes my fork was recalled and I sent it back to Bianchi. I forgot to measure it before sending, but still have the rest...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,324
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Help Buying Replacement Fork For Vintage Bike

I see many forks that look close to my required specs.

1" Steerer
27" wheel
HeadTube about 165mm, threaded
Crowned
Cantilever Brake (but willing to forgo that)

Q: When the Steerer is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-22, 09:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

I ended up getting a NEW BIKE.... A Bianchi Via...

I ended up getting a NEW BIKE.... A Bianchi Via Nirone 7 Sora.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20220727_175415_94527cc5f086ab4190fb6f485158c2650bf26b37.jpg

I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-22, 05:39 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

I will talk to Bianchi next week. Here is my...

I will talk to Bianchi next week. Here is my baby. Many happy miles in my "youth". I have the original toe clip pedals and both front and rear alloy racks.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-22, 05:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 753
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Mission accomplished. Just installed the Shimano...

Mission accomplished. Just installed the Shimano Altus. Looks good, but a little bigger and heavier, and it sticks out a bit more. However it solid, the play is nominal, small. Have not adjusted it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

First to EVERYONE.... Thank you. As an old Newbie...

First to EVERYONE.... Thank you. As an old Newbie to the forum I really appreciate all the great replies.


Piff I called Bianchi and talked to Bob at Bianchi today. I sent an email this morning...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-22, 06:57 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

First to EVERYONE.... Thank you. As an old Newbie...

First to EVERYONE.... Thank you. As an old Newbie to the forum I really appreciate all the great replies.

Piff I called Bianchi and talked to Bob at Bianchi today. I sent an email this morning and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-22, 07:54 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,935
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Bianchi Randonneur - Restoration Advice - Parts and Sanity Check

I have owned this beautiful Bianchi Randonneur 18 speed Touring Bike with Front and Back Alloy racks for over 30 yrs since new. Frame is double butt Mangalloy frame and Mangalloy fork. I recall I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-29-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,097
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Interesting. Thanks. My "20 in" tires say 40-406...

Interesting. Thanks. My "20 in" tires say 40-406 20 x 1.5. It measures to outside of tire 19.25" approx. I am just going to use 16" and 20 " for this discussion, but appreciate your comment. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-29-22, 06:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 923
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Thanks willydstyle. Good post. I never said...

Thanks willydstyle. Good post. I never said anything about bad Brompton good / bad reviews or lack of reviews. In fact Brompton is the exception. Tons of reviews, and they are fairly in depth, long...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-29-22, 10:09 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 923
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Big Problem With Folding Bikes - Can't Test Ride or Buy Local

The BIG DOWN SIDE of folding bikes, you can not test ride them or buy them local for the most part. They are mostly on-line or special order at least in USA and especially my area. I hae lots of bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-29-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,097
Posted By gmcjetpilot

Yes, First time I measured it, I gave no...

Yes, First time I measured it, I gave no allowance and no liberties or discounts for any bit or piece.. I had posted that originally. However I went back and edited it with new numbers.
SEE NEW...
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