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03-17-23, 07:49 AM
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Posted By jeirvine

Someone got a swell deal. Anyone here? It looks...

Someone got a swell deal. Anyone here?
It looks to be about the same year and color as the one I got off this thread in 2018 (https://www.bikeforums.net/20145813-post44967.html).
...
03-01-23, 10:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 476
Posted By jeirvine

I have this ~1981 Holdsworth Special that works...

I have this ~1981 Holdsworth Special that works very well for a rim brake 650B conversion. It's a 60cm frame, but I can send some key wheel fit measurements if that would be helpful. Weinmann 750s...
02-27-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 398
Posted By jeirvine

I have a 61/57 Performance Blue Ridge frameset...

I have a 61/57 Performance Blue Ridge frameset with rack and fender eyelets. It's columbus with some nice chrome. How big a tire are you looking to fit? I can measure it if it might be of interest. I...
02-07-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 296
Posted By jeirvine

I seem to remember Sheldon Brown saying you...

I seem to remember Sheldon Brown saying you didn't really need more than a mm of axle protruding on each side. That keeps it stable vertically, and it's the QR that keeps it stable horizontally, even...
01-19-23, 12:05 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,220
Posted By jeirvine

I'm guessing Colnago and Motobecane scored highly...

I'm guessing Colnago and Motobecane scored highly in terms of brands.
-J
01-02-23, 09:36 PM
Replies: 75,365
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Posted By jeirvine

Moto Mixte with Cyclone in Iowa. $85: ...

Moto Mixte with Cyclone in Iowa. $85:
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/867320031352258
...
01-02-23, 04:03 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,834
Posted By jeirvine

Mine would have to be my 1978 Trek 930. I ride it...

Mine would have to be my 1978 Trek 930. I ride it more than my other (more collectible) bikes. It just disappears under me and wants to go.
...
12-22-22, 01:52 PM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Wow. You don't see those first-year Pros come up...

Wow. You don't see those first-year Pros come up that often. 'Twere it local, I'd be sorely tempted since it's my size.
12-22-22, 01:50 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,022
Posted By jeirvine

Whatever you do, take and post lots of pics. I...

Whatever you do, take and post lots of pics. I love love love that green paint. Here's my '73, since we're sharing.
...
12-22-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,824
Posted By jeirvine

That's my next band name, right there.

That's my next band name, right there.
12-21-22, 10:29 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,824
Posted By jeirvine

I made a Google doc, shared with my wife, with a...

I made a Google doc, shared with my wife, with a moderately detailed description of my bikes, trumpets, guitars, and amps. It includes serial numbers, what they are, key features, and what I think...
12-01-22, 01:23 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 549
Posted By jeirvine

Both 68 and 70 cups come in thick (rifled) and...

Both 68 and 70 cups come in thick (rifled) and thin. Thin cups came with triples and pista BBs, but also with GS cranks. Any will work fine with an x3 spindle.
11-29-22, 11:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 549
Posted By jeirvine

Here's my NR/SR spindle length cheat sheet: ...

Here's my NR/SR spindle length cheat sheet:

Italian:
Double -Pre CPSC (1978): 113mm. Post: 115.5
Triple - Pre: 118. Post: 124

English:
Double - Pre: 112. Post: 114.5
Triple - Pre:117. Post:...
11-23-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 75,365
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Posted By jeirvine

Dunno, but I wouldn't rule out a Masi. Hard to...

Dunno, but I wouldn't rule out a Masi. Hard to tell from the blurry pic, but the fork crown and seatstay caps look like, maybe? But the components would indicate otherwise. Worth a look if you're...
11-12-22, 10:01 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 5,054
Posted By jeirvine

Oh man, we switched to induction this year and it...

Oh man, we switched to induction this year and it is fantastic. Micro level adjustment, even heat. Cast iron rules on it.
11-10-22, 09:48 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 5,054
Posted By jeirvine

The benefit of the hammered look (even if it's...

The benefit of the hammered look (even if it's machined) is the dents and scratches don't show as much as on a polished surface.

I have my eyes out for one of these '30s Olds trumpets, where the...
11-01-22, 10:26 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 8,947
Posted By jeirvine

Word. I got out of that hobby a few years back....

Word. I got out of that hobby a few years back. Glad I kept a couple.
Fortunately, word has not gotten around about vintage trumpets. Very nice '40s and '50s pro trumpets going for $35 on Facebook...
11-01-22, 06:45 AM
Replies: 183
Views: 8,947
Posted By jeirvine

As long as consumables are still available, I...

As long as consumables are still available, I think we'll be fine.
10-21-22, 08:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,193
Posted By jeirvine

I have a Centurion Semi Pro, 61.5cm. The paint is...

I have a Centurion Semi Pro, 61.5cm. The paint is in pretty decent shape, and the chrome is quite nice:
...
08-25-22, 09:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 600
Posted By jeirvine

Nice. I still regret selling my TV200 a decade or...

Nice. I still regret selling my TV200 a decade or so ago.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/432x282/tv200_7065a4b6009a9f62c56874c129f42184ed3033ad.jpg
08-17-22, 12:48 PM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

I've seen that one on this thread before, maybe...

I've seen that one on this thread before, maybe 4-5 months back. Either flipped, or didn't sell then.
08-01-22, 06:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 223
Posted By jeirvine

Campagnolo Doppler Shifters

Complete with all the washers and back plates. $60 shipped. -SOLD

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x907/20220801_190534_df4160123084fa4921927688f8d7eb60f2b51fa8.jpg...
08-01-22, 08:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 232
Posted By jeirvine

Record Triple Crank, BB, and Rally RD

Here's a bolt-on C&V touring package. PM me if you need more pics or details. Prices include US shipping.

- Record triple no-date cranks with patent dust caps. 54/47/36. $200, or $250 w/BB - SOLD...
07-13-22, 08:53 AM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Can't go wrong with a Sugino Mighty Tour and...

Can't go wrong with a Sugino Mighty Tour and Cyclone RD.
07-11-22, 11:21 AM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

$60 Fiorelli in VA Beach. Mid-range model, but...

$60 Fiorelli in VA Beach.
Mid-range model, but some nice components:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/560008158927022
...
06-20-22, 06:53 AM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Windsor Pro with full Campy on a mantelpiece in...

Windsor Pro with full Campy on a mantelpiece in Cherry Hill, NJ. Could be interesting:

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1145668609623351/...
06-16-22, 09:46 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,941
Posted By jeirvine

It rides OK, but it would be better if the fork...

It rides OK, but it would be better if the fork had a little lower trail. If you are stripping it down, it might be worth getting it done.
06-16-22, 06:56 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,941
Posted By jeirvine

Weinmann 750s. I was surprised, but they fit...

Weinmann 750s. I was surprised, but they fit fine.
-J
06-16-22, 04:54 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,941
Posted By jeirvine

Cool project. Here's my Holdsworth Special 650b...

Cool project. Here's my Holdsworth Special 650b bike. I think it's ~1981.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/img_0434_91945ca458d44271082a37601eba8ad5a2b33774.jpg
06-13-22, 07:02 PM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Thanks for the heads up. I couldn't resist. It...

Thanks for the heads up. I couldn't resist. It even came with Campy Record hubs and post, which were a nice surprise.
06-06-22, 08:59 PM
Replies: 75,365
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Posted By jeirvine

Paramount tourer in Richmond, VA: ...

Paramount tourer in Richmond, VA:
https://richmond.craigslist.org/bik/d/glen-allen-1974-schwinn-paramount/7484484522.html

...
06-06-22, 09:30 AM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

I'm not in the market, but good deals on Simplex...

I'm not in the market, but good deals on Simplex Retrofriction shifters on eBay.fr (ending shortly):

https://www.ebay.com/itm/304511378370
https://www.ebay.com/itm/295015935588
...
06-04-22, 04:33 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,327
Posted By jeirvine

I biked to the farmers market this morning....

I biked to the farmers market this morning. Should have added a pannier, but the HB bag holds a lot.
-J...
05-25-22, 02:33 PM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Oschner Frame with Campy bits, $75 in DC: ...

Oschner Frame with Campy bits, $75 in DC:

"1980s Columbus Aelle frameset. Oschner brand which was a Swiss importer. Was going to be my outdoor road bike but ended up going a different direction....
04-09-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Ever see a 531 Holdsworth Mixte? Me neither....

Ever see a 531 Holdsworth Mixte? Me neither. Pricey but nifty: $600 in DC:

https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/mld/bik/d/silver-spring-holdsworth-vintage-bike/7468941913.html
...
03-20-22, 10:21 AM
Replies: 5,688
Views: 604,265
Posted By jeirvine

I have a 45t. It ain't pretty, but has plenty of...

I have a 45t. It ain't pretty, but has plenty of life left. PM if interested.
-J
...
02-14-22, 01:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 715
Posted By jeirvine

So who went? I had a decent day - sold a bike,...

So who went? I had a decent day - sold a bike, and bought some stuff I did and didn't need....
02-09-22, 07:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,375
Posted By jeirvine

This worked for me with a broken off dropout...

This worked for me with a broken off dropout adjustor screw. I wore a highly magnifying visor (to best center bit on bolt), and used new carbide bits. By the last bit, the remaining threads just fell...
02-07-22, 09:29 AM
Replies: 646
Views: 213,194
Posted By jeirvine

Nice build. I like your light setup. Do you have...

Nice build. I like your light setup. Do you have more detailed pics of that? I have room under a small HB bag for a front light, and am looking for ideas on where to mount it.
-J
01-29-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

Davidson Frame/Fork for $75 in NC. Other frames...

Davidson Frame/Fork for $75 in NC. Other frames too:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/onlineswap/permalink/4927614820687227/?sale_post_id=4927614820687227

...
01-28-22, 10:18 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,329
Posted By jeirvine

Looks like a fine French fit. Same thing that...

Looks like a fine French fit. Same thing that allows me to ride my 65cm Team Pro. Feels just like a 62 under me.
...
01-26-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,729
Posted By jeirvine

Interesting topic. I think there could be a short...

Interesting topic. I think there could be a short list of mostly forks and a few stems that could be listed:

Forks:
Ishiwata fork crowns on some early 80's Treks
Viscount Aerospace aluminum...
01-25-22, 11:18 AM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

When you accidentally click on the first page of...

When you accidentally click on the first page of this thread. :)
...
01-20-22, 08:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,119
Posted By jeirvine

Barcons, bottom brackets, and pedals all can have...

Barcons, bottom brackets, and pedals all can have threads the opposite of what you'd expect. E.g. you remove barcons by screwing the hex in (clockwise). So confirm which way you need to loosen things...
01-19-22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 762
Posted By jeirvine

I believe it is a 15, but you'll need a...

I believe it is a 15, but you'll need a thin-walled socket.
01-09-22, 07:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,015
Posted By jeirvine

The '76/'77 TX900s did. '78 on 930s did not.

The '76/'77 TX900s did. '78 on 930s did not.
01-05-22, 11:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,110
Posted By jeirvine

Just know that by sharing this, you are doing a...

Just know that by sharing this, you are doing a favor for those of us with ~15 bikes. Now I don't feel bad at all. :)
01-04-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,105
Posted By jeirvine

For a few dollars more: ...

For a few dollars more:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/175090006085
01-03-22, 10:23 PM
Replies: 75,365
Views: 12,281,251
Posted By jeirvine

$400 Santana tandem in DC: ...

$400 Santana tandem in DC:
https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/doc/bik/d/washington-santana-tandem/7428216197.html

"Early 80s Tandem
25” Captain
22” Stoker
Like New
Incredible Build
TA...
01-03-22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,088
Posted By jeirvine

With a 600 crank (130 BCD) you should be able to...

With a 600 crank (130 BCD) you should be able to just add a 38 tooth inner ring. That would help quite a bit. Something like this:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/265438423029
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