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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-07, 07:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 787
Posted By CalTex

Cudak888 - I tried softening the outlining mask...

Cudak888 -
I tried softening the outlining mask with 1-pixel feathering, but it only made the edges of the outlines look a little blurry. This file was created simply to get an idea of what various...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-07, 09:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 787
Posted By CalTex

Photoshop file for playing around with paint color schemes

My son has a 70s Centurion LeMans he wants to paint and we were kicking around color scheme ideas. Since the lugs are scrolled, we thought it would be nice to outline them. So I took a digital...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-06, 07:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 944
Posted By CalTex

If anyone is interested, here's a photo of the...

If anyone is interested, here's a photo of the innards of a Simplex Delrin derailer showing the adjusting screw threads and the path of the lever.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-06, 03:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 944
Posted By CalTex

After trying Liquid Nails with no success, I...

After trying Liquid Nails with no success, I ended up taking your advice, dck. The only reason I didn't right from the git-go was that I didn't know how I was going to find a tap the right size. So...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-06, 10:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 944
Posted By CalTex

> After you fix the stripped out threads, the...

> After you fix the stripped out threads, the clamping block will probably crack.

Yeah, I've got two of the swing-arm clamp types and one of the two-bolt clamp types in my parts drawer with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-06, 07:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 944
Posted By CalTex

Repair stripped threads in Simplex front derailer

The adjusting screw (see photo) no longer works because the threads inside the Delrin housing have stripped out. When I pull the shift lever back to move the chain onto the large chainring, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-06, 10:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By CalTex

Here's the only photo of the bike that I have...

Here's the only photo of the bike that I have available. It's not my bike, but I just like the derailer since the Super LJ is my favorite. And I'm just curious about the "Record du Monde"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-06, 05:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 485
Posted By CalTex

Peugeot-branded alloy derailer?

Does anyone have information about this Peugeot-branded alloy derailer? Looks like a Super LJ with a Peugeot badge. The bike it is attached to is listed as a "Peugeot Record du Mond". Not familiar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-06, 12:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,419
Posted By CalTex

Done. Photos to come soon.

Done. Photos to come soon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-06, 12:54 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,419
Posted By CalTex

Done. Photos to come soon.

Done. Photos to come soon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-06, 12:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,419
Posted By CalTex

I'm only a fan of white Peugeots, but I hear ya...

I'm only a fan of white Peugeots, but I hear ya regarding the 80s models. Just too flashy for my tastes. And I also agree with you on the Merciers. Where did they all go? I remember lusting after...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-06, 12:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 762
Posted By CalTex

To see the finished product and all the specs, go...

To see the finished product and all the specs, go to http://oldschoolbikes.net/ProductDetail/71Raleigh.html. I love those Nervex lugs as well (as per my avitar). I'm selling it on craigslist here...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-06, 08:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,419
Posted By CalTex

Thanks, John E. Not only did that answer my...

Thanks, John E. Not only did that answer my posted question, but it also allowed me to determine the model year of my son's PR-10 (1977). I was suprised that the lugs on my UO-8 are from 1971. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-06, 01:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,419
Posted By CalTex

How old is my Peugeot UO-8

I have a Peugeot UO-8 that I am refurbishing and would like to know the date of manufacture. There is a number stamped into the left rear dropout that is, if I'm reading it correctly, "1189129", and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-06, 01:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 762
Posted By CalTex

What year is my Raleigh Super Course?

I bought this bike at a Goodwill store and it has a lot of what appears to be original equipment (Brooks B15 saddle, Simplex derailers, cottered steel Stronglight cranks, etc.) From what I can tell...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-06, 01:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By CalTex

Thanks, chajmahal. Although I appreciate...

Thanks, chajmahal. Although I appreciate everyone's suggestions, I like your's best because it doesn't require that I do anything. Sweet! The bike is a 1972 (best as I have been able to tell)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-06, 04:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 457
Posted By CalTex

Shift cable housing problem

I have installed an old Simplex front derailer and when I shift from the small to the large chainring, the section of cable housing at the bottom bracket "kicks out" away from the frame. How do I...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-06, 11:26 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,842
Posted By CalTex

I forgot all my college French except...

I forgot all my college French except "Peugeot".
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-06, 09:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,842
Posted By CalTex

Thank you for my French lesson du jour. Just log...

Thank you for my French lesson du jour. Just log on to BikeForums and all things will be made known!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-06, 08:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,842
Posted By CalTex

Tour "de" vs. "du" France

I am just curious as to why the preferred name of the race is "Tour de France" when it seems that "Tour du France" is more, shall we say, French.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-05, 03:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,310
Posted By CalTex

Be sure to hang all your components on a Teledyne...

Be sure to hang all your components on a Teledyne frame--the one that breaks where the down tube is "choked off" to accommodate the clamp-on shifters.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-05, 12:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,713
Posted By CalTex

Converting Raleigh cottered bottom bracket to cotterless

I have an early 70s Raleigh Super Course that I want to convert from cottered to cotterless. The cranks I would like to install are Sugino "Super Mighty" pulled from a late 70s bike. What type of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-05, 11:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 427
Posted By CalTex

Seeking recommendations regarding frame painting and restoration

I am very excited about the possibility of purchasing an early 1970s Peugeot PX10 frame which has been partially stripped of paint. First order of business is to know what to look for when buying a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-05, 10:53 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,583
Posted By CalTex

I have a set of Lyotard pedals that I pulled from...

I have a set of Lyotard pedals that I pulled from a 1975 Peugeot PX10 with a Sugino AT crankset. I've seen photos online of pedals that look exactly like the ones I have. In one case they were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-05, 11:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,352
Posted By CalTex

> Mine was copper plated... Hmmmm. From the...

> Mine was copper plated...

Hmmmm. From the little place where I scratched away some paint, I thought the copper color was due to discoloration of the chrome from a primer coat, but now that I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-05, 10:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 12,352
Posted By CalTex

It sounds like I was given the same model bike as...

It sounds like I was given the same model bike as yours to fix up or part out. It appears that the frame is chrome plated under the paint as was yours and I would like to do the all chrome thing,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-05, 10:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,593
Posted By CalTex

> Does the seatpost binder bolt nut have a C or...

> Does the seatpost binder bolt nut have a C or an R in the red field?

It's a C.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-05, 08:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,509
Posted By CalTex

> ...Are you using 700s?.. if so try 27s. ...

> ...Are you using 700s?.. if so try 27s.

Duh! For 27 years I have assumed that bike had 27" wheels. Not the case. Now it does. The Tektro Oryx cantis are being reshipped from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-05, 05:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,509
Posted By CalTex

Need to replace my Mafac cantilevers

In 1978 my biking buddies didn’t understand why I would ruin a perfectly good Reynolds 531 DB custom built frame by ordering it set up for Mafac cantilevers with brazed on bosses, thereby forever...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-05, 03:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,593
Posted By CalTex

How old is my Raleigh Super Course?

I bought this Raleigh Super Course at Goodwill today for $25 and think I got a good deal. Either the Brooks B-15 saddle or the 531 frame with the Nervex lugs alone are worth the price. From...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-05, 12:34 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 10,794
Posted By CalTex

That is one, beautiful machine! I'm 56 years...

That is one, beautiful machine! I'm 56 years old, and like alanbikehouston said, my 1971 Varsity was my enty into the wonderfull world of "light-weight" bikes. If mine had looked like that, I would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-05, 04:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By CalTex

So you DIDN'T want the motorcycle ramps? Hey,...

So you DIDN'T want the motorcycle ramps? Hey, thanks for the URL. That is perfect.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-05, 04:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 381
Posted By CalTex

How do I pull my Segino AT cranks?

I thought this would be a simple matter of using a hex wrench to take the dustcap off the cranks and use a standard crank tool for the removal. However, when I turn the hex wrench about half a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-05, 04:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By CalTex

How do I pull my Segino AT cranks?

I thought this would be a simple matter of using a hex wrench to take the dustcap off the cranks and use a standard crank tool for the removal. However, when I turn the hex wrench about half a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-05, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By CalTex

You're right on both counts, Dirtdrop, and my...

You're right on both counts, Dirtdrop, and my online spec sheet has been adjusted accordingly. I think I'm ready to accept that this is a repainted, rebuilt mid-'70s PX10. Thank you all for your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-05, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 502
Posted By CalTex

You're right. I will probably farm out the...

You're right. I will probably farm out the components I just can't bear to part with to my bike and those of my sons. The rest I'll sell (I know one of my sons will disown me if I sell the saddle)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-05, 09:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By CalTex

That's the one.

That's the one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-05, 09:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By CalTex

Marty - I have added these two photos to the...

Marty -

I have added these two photos to the gallery. It appears that the rear is Simplex, so at least I know it's most likely a French frame. The front dropouts are unbranded--and ugly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-05, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,032
Posted By CalTex

It has always been my assumption, albeit probably...

It has always been my assumption, albeit probably erroneous, that if a Peugeot frame has chromed forks and stays, it is their top-of-the-line model. I also assumed that all PX10s were white. As I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-05, 01:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 502
Posted By CalTex

It has always been my assumption, albeit probably...

It has always been my assumption, albeit probably erroneously, that if a Peugeot frame has chromed forks and stays, it is their top-of-the-line model. I also assumed that all PX10s were white. As I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-05, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,206
Posted By CalTex

I've heard of the now-debunked Windsor rumor, but...

I've heard of the now-debunked Windsor rumor, but not the Yashika connection. I think that's one of the things that appeals to me about this bike--the mystery! Stay tuned. I'm sure the BikeForums...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-05, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,206
Posted By CalTex

I bought it and I love it! Photos can be seen at...

I bought it and I love it! Photos can be seen at http://www.doug-morgan.com/SR (http://doug-morgan.com/SR) Thank you TheOtherGuy and luker for your feedback. Otherwise I might not have made the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-05, 07:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 387
Posted By CalTex

Thanks for the info. Luckily, I only spent...

Thanks for the info. Luckily, I only spent $2.50. At least I've got a decent Mavic rim if I ever need to build up a new wheel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-05, 01:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 387
Posted By CalTex

What kind of freewheel goes on this hub?

I bought this Mavic 27"x1" wheel at a flea market and wonder what kind of freewheel goes on this hub (see photo). I'm used to seeing threaded hubs. Your assistance would be much appreciated.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-05, 08:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,206
Posted By CalTex

Excellent! You the Man!

Excellent! You the Man!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-05, 07:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,206
Posted By CalTex

Thank you for your response. It is a beautiful...

Thank you for your response. It is a beautiful bike. But before I commit to making a 100 mile round-trip drive to look at it, given today's gas prices, I'm hoping to find out as much as I can about...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-05, 05:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 23,206
Posted By CalTex

The following text and photo are an online ad for...

The following text and photo are an online ad for a bike. I feel kinda stupid to ask, but is "SR" a type of bike or a brand name? Any info anyone has to offer would be most appreciated. Thanks.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-05, 12:53 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 639
Posted By CalTex

I purchased this low-end Bianch from craigslist...

I purchased this low-end Bianch from craigslist and would like to know where I can get information regarding the model name, year, frame material, and country where the frame and/or bike was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-05, 01:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 437
Posted By CalTex

Based on what information I could find at...

Based on what information I could find at RetroRaleighs, I'm guessing this is a 1983 model. Some specs that might be of use...

- Raleigh USA Double-butted 555 main tubes
- Serial number: 3A02574...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-05, 11:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 14,341
Posted By CalTex

I did a Google search on "blue liquid gloves" and...

I did a Google search on "blue liquid gloves" and the seventh listing in the results was "Fetish Clothing - DEVIANT Liquid Latex". I don't think bike repairs is what they have in mind, but who...
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