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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,554
Posted By Velikus

RJ the Bike Guy on Youtube was really helpful for...

RJ the Bike Guy on Youtube was really helpful for me. Also, googling whatever my problem was plus 'bikeforum' and reading threads here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-23, 08:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,161
Posted By Velikus

I'd be interested in this. Like to install a set...

I'd be interested in this. Like to install a set of Campy Cobaltos on an older frame...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,301
Posted By Velikus

I rode a Campy Record hub Mavic MA40 wheelset...

I rode a Campy Record hub Mavic MA40 wheelset daily for a coupla years and never had a problem. Those are dark ano but maybe too late a year?

Actually, I'm in the same pickle - trying to find a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-20-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 317
Posted By Velikus

Nail polish. Available in a ton of colors and...

Nail polish. Available in a ton of colors and forgiving if you mess up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-23, 11:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,248
Posted By Velikus

Mine is a shallow, long dent on the top tube...

Mine is a shallow, long dent on the top tube drive side. No sharp crease though, just like the bike got hard leaned into something. Looks nasty but the frame is straight, bike's a beast.
That...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-23, 10:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,248
Posted By Velikus

Ouch! Hell, I'd ride that frame, but then I'm...

Ouch! Hell, I'd ride that frame, but then I'm like that, already ride a dented Davidson. Is the frame straight (string test)? What model is that, Tecno?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,267
Posted By Velikus

Look for a Roto cable tidy. Vintage appropriate.

Look for a Roto cable tidy. Vintage appropriate.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,959
Posted By Velikus

Nice. I like that chrome top fork. What's that...

Nice. I like that chrome top fork. What's that figure on the top tube, before STELVIO? It has a very 80s Memphis Art Studio look to it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-21, 09:36 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,956
Posted By Velikus

Get your daughter an Abus 540 or Kryptonite New...

Get your daughter an Abus 540 or Kryptonite New York lock and hope she uses it. That's about the best you can do. It's college.

Also, there's really no such thing as "a good cable lock" - they're...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-21, 10:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,857
Posted By Velikus

Cygolite Hypershot 350. Mine is mounted to my...

Cygolite Hypershot 350. Mine is mounted to my helmet. Bright enough to use in daylight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-21, 09:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,673
Posted By Velikus

W H O O S H... Amazing that some folks took...

W H O O S H...

Amazing that some folks took this seriously.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-21, 10:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,673
Posted By Velikus

So I rode a beach cruiser today...

What a horrific experience. I pedalled my guts out just to maintain a brisk 4.93 MPH. A toddler on a tricycle smoked me on the bikepath and a septuagenarian on crutches staked by, cackling as she...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-21, 10:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 877
Posted By Velikus

The bike in the link SJX426 provided has the...

The bike in the link SJX426 provided has the socketed seatstay arrangement which came mid 90s. Your bike has the club/bullet style and the rear dropout with integrated cable stop plus Art Decor...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-21, 08:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,122
Posted By Velikus

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Sorry, couldn't help myself...
(pic taken off the internet)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-21, 03:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,957
Posted By Velikus

Somebody stole my handlebar tape one day. ...

Somebody stole my handlebar tape one day. Welcome to LA.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-21, 09:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,407
Posted By Velikus

Wow, that looks great! You really nailed the...

Wow, that looks great! You really nailed the details, it all works so well.
Forum: Framebuilders
06-14-21, 10:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,962
Posted By Velikus

I've got a late 80s Davidson Impulse as my daily...

I've got a late 80s Davidson Impulse as my daily driver. Mine also has a dent in the top tube, unfortunately. Doesn't seem to affect the ride though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-21, 08:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,422
Posted By Velikus

That's a sweet ride! I can't help with the ID but...

That's a sweet ride! I can't help with the ID but you should definitely polish her up, change out the consumables and hit the streets!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-21, 05:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,537
Posted By Velikus

Oh yeah, ain't nothin' like some freeway riding...

Oh yeah, ain't nothin' like some freeway riding to spice up the day! I tell ya, when those semis go by at 75 mph barely three feet away - that's excitement!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-21, 01:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 372
Posted By Velikus

A look at completed ebay auctions shows sold...

A look at completed ebay auctions shows sold prices of $79, $79, $88, $61, $86, $88, $70, $79, $59, $119, $59, $99, $48, $84, $113, $59, $71, $51, $63, $69, $47, $78. Shipping not included.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-21, 08:09 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,090
Posted By Velikus

Replying because I'd like to know this as well. ...

Replying because I'd like to know this as well. My Super, which I think is an 84, has a painted fork, but I've been under the impression it should have been, or was at one time, chrome. I'd like to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-21, 08:04 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,623
Posted By Velikus

If the serial is 053586, as it appears to me,...

If the serial is 053586, as it appears to me, then, according to vintagetrek.com, it's a model 600, 22 inch frame, made 1983.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-21, 06:08 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,623
Posted By Velikus

Did you look up the serial number on the bottom...

Did you look up the serial number on the bottom bracket? Should give you some info. Interesting headbadge for sure.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-21, 08:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,228
Posted By Velikus

Meh, just a minor bump...get out the spoke...

Meh, just a minor bump...get out the spoke wrench...you can tension that rim back into shape...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-21, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,114
Posted By Velikus

I've been polishing a lot of bike components...

I've been polishing a lot of bike components lately...for this I'd start with 400 grit to get out the deep scratches, then to 800, then 1000, then 1500, then 2000 and finish with Mothers, which is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-21, 08:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,724
Posted By Velikus

Nice score! And what good fortune - each of the...

Nice score! And what good fortune - each of the times I've been second in line I've gotten the 'He bought it' text.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-21, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,992
Posted By Velikus

Oh, absolutely, that's 'Advanced Mode' right...

Oh, absolutely, that's 'Advanced Mode' right there, yessireebob. Guaranteed sale.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-21, 09:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,845
Posted By Velikus

And the tire appears to have a row of needles (or...

And the tire appears to have a row of needles (or nails) embedded in it?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-21, 08:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,992
Posted By Velikus

Here's what you do - get the oldest, crappiest...

Here's what you do - get the oldest, crappiest digital camera you own that'll still connect to your computer, then take the bike and lay it down in a patch of weeds, or maybe in a hedgerow, wait...
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
05-22-21, 08:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,177
Posted By Velikus

Very nice. Love that fork crown. Congrats!

Very nice. Love that fork crown. Congrats!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-21, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 892
Posted By Velikus

Duly noted, thanks!

Duly noted, thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-21, 07:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 892
Posted By Velikus

ZEP Purple does not remove Zeus anodizing?

Maybe I'm doing something wrong here. I dunno. Seems I had read that a bath of Zep purple degreaser would strip the anodization from aluminum parts. And I've got these Zeus 2000 parts that were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-21, 09:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,598
Posted By Velikus

That's a sweet frame. Chorus 8 speed, DT...

That's a sweet frame. Chorus 8 speed, DT shifters, definitely find a set of the Shamal (or Zonda?) wheels with the pink logo on the rim. White saddle and bar wrap.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,460
Posted By Velikus

Chrome is pretty tough, IME, even when there's...

Chrome is pretty tough, IME, even when there's rust on top of it you can usually clean it off to a reasonable shine. Now if it's flaking that's another story. There's a new(ish) chrome paint out...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-06-21, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,536
Posted By Velikus

I had one of these and it's a great riding bike....

I had one of these and it's a great riding bike. Sadly wrecked it last year. $500 seems high to me too but I'd probably pay it for a clean example.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-21, 05:00 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,665
Posted By Velikus

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Synchro II, yet another version of the Campy fatboy shifter already...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-21, 11:45 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,665
Posted By Velikus

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Campy Victory...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-21, 11:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,005
Posted By Velikus

Yeah, that's definitely small. I've had a 830...

Yeah, that's definitely small. I've had a 830 Antelope that was bigger than that, look for space at the headtube where the toptube and downtube meet. The Antelopes and Singletracks are plentiful and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-21, 04:28 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,897
Posted By Velikus

Awesome, love this. That chrome will look much...

Awesome, love this. That chrome will look much better with some metal polish and elbow grease. The chrome fork and stays on my Allegro were like that and 90% of those little spots disappeared with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-21, 11:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,572
Posted By Velikus

Actually, maybe ten foot test...not in too bright...

Actually, maybe ten foot test...not in too bright sunlight...as long as your not looking for it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-21, 11:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 10,572
Posted By Velikus

I've been using Color Therapy 370 Unwine'd nail...

I've been using Color Therapy 370 Unwine'd nail polish that I got at TJ Maxx or Target and it matches OK. Passes the five foot test anyway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-21, 05:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,255
Posted By Velikus

There was a Rene Herse on LA CL a while back. It...

There was a Rene Herse on LA CL a while back. It was listed as 'Rene Horse', had bad pics and was $6000. It was gone in a week.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,677
Posted By Velikus

I'm planning to do this exact thing to one of my...

I'm planning to do this exact thing to one of my bikes using Mod Podge and images of old horror comics. Interesting and fun.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-21, 06:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,747
Posted By Velikus

Love that seatpost, amazing. Beautiful bike. ...

Love that seatpost, amazing. Beautiful bike.



Forgive the stupid question, but what's a "zero bike"?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 10:51 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,153
Posted By Velikus

I voted to paint the Bianchi as I think the...

I voted to paint the Bianchi as I think the Serotta looks cool and the Raleigh has agreeable wabi.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-21, 11:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,275
Posted By Velikus

Nice. I've watched several of your videos on...

Nice. I've watched several of your videos on youtube in the past and enjoyed them. Looking forward to the one on the black Colnago.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-21, 03:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,192
Posted By Velikus

I think you need to consider the profile of the...

I think you need to consider the profile of the insert portion of the pad. I have the same question about replacing my Zeus 2001 brake pads and thought maybe old style Campy pads would work. Here's a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-21, 01:37 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,775
Posted By Velikus

Love this. Very, very cool. Leaving the original...

Love this. Very, very cool. Leaving the original paint intact was a great choice. Just needs a really old, weathered leather seat bag or panniers to complete the look. Or maybe a set of old ammo...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-23-21, 10:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By Velikus

That's fresh! Is that the new Dole helmet?

That's fresh! Is that the new Dole helmet?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-21, 03:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,001
Posted By Velikus

Wow, that was fast, thanks guys! So this is a...

Wow, that was fast, thanks guys! So this is a Gian Robert chainring that's been further drilled out and should probably be carefully ridden. Good to know. Check this out:
...
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