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04-08-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,040
Posted By SSRI

look into the Highway One bar bars - it gives a...

look into the Highway One bar bars - it gives a better bar to hood transition with out dropping down to the hood.
04-05-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 223
Posted By SSRI

just love these drillium relics. Seeing a...

just love these drillium relics.

Seeing a drill out steering tube is a 1st for me. ( for a modern build may be you can run internal Di2 Etubes )
04-03-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 25,169
Posted By SSRI

I posted this on another downtube shifter thread...

I posted this on another downtube shifter thread a while back.
Dura Ace 7400 shifter with 11 speed barcon guts.

...
09-03-23, 06:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,281
Posted By SSRI

Never thought it would happen, reach over to...

Never thought it would happen,
reach over to the brake lever to shift on a downtube shifter bike....the bike was on the stand..
07-22-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 755
Posted By SSRI

Nice build, the finishing kit really complemented...

Nice build, the finishing kit really complemented the bike.
Which bar stem combo did you go with ?
07-16-23, 02:45 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,867
Posted By SSRI

great job bringing the frame back to life. the...

great job bringing the frame back to life.
the crack on the stay looks like it was rusted from the inside out.
Check the inside of the frame seat tube and bottom bracket area.
Take off the rear...
06-22-23, 02:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,995
Posted By SSRI

thanks for link the seller have them in...

thanks for link

the seller have them in white also

these rubber replacement parts are just crazy $$ if you can even find them
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,106
Posted By SSRI

Great choice on the matching Ti STEM and Seatpost

Great choice on the matching Ti STEM and Seatpost
12-11-21, 08:50 AM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 328,298
Posted By SSRI

Hey Shoota, is that my bike? Gotta check my...

Hey Shoota, is that my bike?
Gotta check my garage.
Congrats on the new rig.
Whats the build plan?
10-16-21, 08:55 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,784
Posted By SSRI

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfAbZlqQ68o ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rfAbZlqQ68o

the pricing is reasonable -

too bad Panasonic wont bring back PICS system back to US.

a disc version of a PR6000 would be a cool build...
10-14-21, 06:34 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,697
Posted By SSRI

Its pretty straight forward The SIS unit is...

Its pretty straight forward
The SIS unit is pretty much identical across all the shimano Bar Con and downtube shifters. (6 -7- 8- 9-10 or 11)
the 11 speed bar does not give you a friction option....
10-02-21, 12:22 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,697
Posted By SSRI

yup transplanted the guts from an 11 speed bar...

yup transplanted the guts from an 11 speed bar end shifter.
you will also need to dremel a little off the shifter to match same shift circumference clearance as the bar con shifter.
10-02-21, 10:44 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,697
Posted By SSRI

Dura Ace 11 speed Downtube ( 7400 7 speed...

Dura Ace 11 speed Downtube
( 7400 7 speed shifter modded )
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/880x739/da_11_speed_dt_b73652be40ee2cc04852dd350fb28446d6d846f6.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-29-21, 04:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,763
Posted By SSRI

I did a OSPW conversion on a DA9000 RD. - I got...

I did a OSPW conversion on a DA9000 RD. -
I got it to shift 11-34 with a 50/34 compact crank without a wolfs tooth....
08-28-21, 03:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 13,879
Posted By SSRI

I was able to able to use a MTB LX Rear hubs as a...

I was able to able to use a MTB LX Rear hubs as a donor for my old 7 speed wheels.
(freehub and axel)
It was a match for the old 7 speed 105 and ultegra hubs.
I had to trim a bit of the axel to...
08-18-21, 08:17 PM
Replies: 2,390
Views: 565,345
Posted By SSRI

@ SpeedofLite I remember reading this issue...

@ SpeedofLite

I remember reading this issue back in 89 - thanks for sharing
08-17-21, 07:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 615
Posted By SSRI

the frame is not painted, you will not able to...

the frame is not painted, you will not able to polish out the scratches unless you plan to refinish the entire frame. I have a Firenze in the same finish.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-21, 03:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 581
Posted By SSRI

I moved to Fizik Aliante for my main rigs I...

I moved to Fizik Aliante for my main rigs

I also liked Flite MAX.

its crazy how much a NOS vintage saddles runs.
08-12-21, 04:43 PM
Replies: 1,118
Views: 328,298
Posted By SSRI

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20200830_132432_4f45d927f1d549ce3ecb09a0b279719214b39732.jpg
Finished this build last year - this paint scheme hides the blemishes well
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-21, 08:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,655
Posted By SSRI

Go BIG - never hurt to have a bail out gear or 2...

Go BIG - never hurt to have a bail out gear or 2
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/623x428/40t_9000_bd17feee0813d33db5f0bdb4f7f811520f3deb8c.jpg
40 !!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-21, 06:18 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 14,525
Posted By SSRI

other then being a rim brake hold out, no reason...

other then being a rim brake hold out, no reason not to go for a SL7. ( I am still hold on to a SL3 and SL4 )
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-21, 10:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By SSRI

​​​600 aside go with the bike with the better...

​​​600 aside go with the bike with the better fit.

​​​​personally I would go with a smaller frame.
​​​​​​
​​the supersix is a nicer bike.
the 600 difference can up grade the 5800 to R8000....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-21, 08:25 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 541
Posted By SSRI

from the spec, looks like they are 2 different...

from the spec, looks like they are 2 different size bikes.

Specs aside - Fit comes first.(unless you are going to flip it)
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-21, 06:31 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,049
Posted By SSRI

if is is as picture in Blue book it would be a...

if is is as picture in Blue book it would be a SL3 - You will barely be able to fit a 25mm tire - it will go in but you are very close to the stay.
SL3 have external cabling - the di cabling wont...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-20-20, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 571,022
Posted By SSRI

Finally finished this re-build in the fall, ...

Finally finished this re-build in the fall,
Dura Ace 11 Speed Downtube shifter build
7400 shifters with 11 speed Bar Con Guts
7970 brake levers
R8000 Cassettes 11-34
Zipp 404 10 speed wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-20, 07:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 993
Posted By SSRI

the wired sensor is a lot smaller then the...

the wired sensor is a lot smaller then the wireless pod.
Shimano did make a rear wheel model for the flight deck
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-20, 05:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 993
Posted By SSRI

Shimano makes a wireless mount for the flight...

Shimano makes a wireless mount for the flight deck . you will have to hunt down a the transmitter also. The wireless transmitter is also kinda ugly
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-20, 11:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,711
Posted By SSRI

r9150 on a Master Light ...

r9150 on a Master Light

????×**********??COLNAGO MASTER X-LIGHT?Di2****************************************Y'sRoad PORTAL (http://www.ysroad.net/shopnews/detail.php?bid=505460)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-20, 04:28 PM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 571,022
Posted By SSRI

Just finished the build. Tommasini Super...

Just finished the build.
Tommasini Super Prestige.
Dura Ace 9000
Dura Ace 7800 C24 wheels
11-40 cassette
Dura Ace 7410 pedals
Dura Ace 7700 headset
Soma Hwyone bars
ITM Stem
Dura Ace Post
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-20, 06:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,445
Posted By SSRI

bike porn on a friday morning before the day...

bike porn on a friday morning before the day starts.
Nicely done
The lightweights were icing on the cake.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-27-20, 06:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,541
Posted By SSRI

Love them or hate them Benotto Bar Tape.

Love them or hate them

Benotto Bar Tape.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,157
Posted By SSRI

Lol, not the oldest thread from zombie land. ...

Lol, not the oldest thread from zombie land.

Mine is a Master Olympic

Colnago Master came in a few Variants (there might be more)
from what I gathered
Master (1st gen with a curve fork)...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-20, 08:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 742
Posted By SSRI

The R8000 crankset will fit your frame, you might...

The R8000 crankset will fit your frame, you might need to get a new Bottom bracket. (dont know if the FSA is 24mm)

Since the bike is 9 Speed, you might need a 10 or 11 speed chain if the chain...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-19-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,173
Posted By SSRI

also coming from toe clips with cleats - ...

also coming from toe clips with cleats - clipless was an easy transition.

put yours shoes cleat bolt on your maintenance check list.

loose cleats almost took me down when I tried to unclip.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-20, 08:54 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 42,034
Posted By SSRI

Go Big - dont stop at 34 - go for the extra large...

Go Big - dont stop at 34 - go for the extra large pie 40T.
07-09-20, 04:50 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,086
Posted By SSRI

the Nokon Links in brush alum. is a really nice...

the Nokon Links in brush alum. is a really nice touch.
the seatpost looks perfect with the frame (is it Ti also?)
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-20, 12:53 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,178
Posted By SSRI

In the 200 range a used set of C24 / or kysuim...

In the 200 range a used set of C24 / or kysuim would roll better then his current 32 spoke open4CDs. - if $1000 is in the budget why not. I do enjoy firecrest 404s more then the old flexy alum/carbon...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-20, 06:16 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 11,178
Posted By SSRI

A test ride on a modern Carbon rig will likely...

A test ride on a modern Carbon rig will likely give you the nudge that is needed to get a new bike. (if your budget allows).
The ultimate question is how much do you want to spend. It will still be...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,262
Posted By SSRI

@CyclingFool95...

@CyclingFool95 (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/cyclingfool95-498206.html)
Those CC wheels were very well build - too bad they dont do rebuilds anymore.
I still have a pair of Campy yspislon...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-20, 02:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,262
Posted By SSRI

you're running 28mm tires on your Ultimate?? I am...

you're running 28mm tires on your Ultimate?? I am impressed. The Litespeed Arenberg I just bought came with 23mm tires and I want to go with 28mm but I am concerned about clearance where the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-20, 08:24 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,262
Posted By SSRI

Good to see your lazarus Vortex is still rolling...

Good to see your lazarus Vortex is still rolling along.
glad the weld is holding up.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-20, 11:41 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 24,262
Posted By SSRI

these older frames are definitely worth a rebuild...

these older frames are definitely worth a rebuild to modern components despite the 1" front end. I was surprise it had enough clearance for 28mm tires.
94' Ultimate - the polish Ti threadless Stem...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,388
Posted By SSRI

https://www.target.com/p/giordano-kids-39-libero-2...

https://www.target.com/p/giordano-kids-39-libero-24-34-road-bike-pink/-/A-14566432

I picked this up from amazon under 350.00 in 2016

I did blow another 150 - 200 bucks or so to make the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-20, 07:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,460
Posted By SSRI

in general TPC prices tend to be higher then...

in general TPC prices tend to be higher then other sellers, but they are easier to work with then a private seller.
at 3.5k I would pass...you can put together a similar build for less with more...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-20, 08:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,851
Posted By SSRI

does the bike fit? Does it fit well? If you are...

does the bike fit? Does it fit well? If you are not sure about your size I wont recommend a second hand bike.
375 for a 20YO rig with 9sp 105 bike seems high....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-20, 08:33 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 468
Posted By SSRI

you are missing a derrailluer housing connecting...

you are missing a derrailluer housing connecting the frame to the RD. (where the derraileur cable will go through)...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-20, 09:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,126
Posted By SSRI

the cable guides for the front and rear...

the cable guides for the front and rear derrailleur are not removable, it is bonded on top of the bottom bracket. (older style of cable routing )
the lever bosses on the down tube is standard
for ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-20, 11:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,295
Posted By SSRI

25mm / 28mm will work on the firecrest rims...

25mm / 28mm will work on the firecrest rims without ballooning.

But just make sure your frame have enough clearance for the wider tires.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 575
Posted By SSRI

What size wheels do you have on your Dale - 86'...

What size wheels do you have on your Dale - 86' 27 inch wheels are still used on the ST models.
If you are running 27inch rims or with a freewheel you are very limited to what you can do.
If you...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,222
Posted By SSRI

Nice Choice. From the 2nd pics, it does...

Nice Choice.

From the 2nd pics, it does look like you can route the cable internally.

Have fun with the build.
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