Retro roadies- old frames with STI's or Ergos
12-29-20, 12:10 PM
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OK, you'll be building up my next bike. This is pretty much perfect.
I have 2 sets of the H Plus Sons Archtypes, they can't be beat for the cost.
I have 2 sets of the H Plus Sons Archtypes, they can't be beat for the cost.
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12-30-20, 12:03 AM
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YES!!! 
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12-30-20, 08:05 AM
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I really like these wheels. Not the lightest at around 1800g for the pair but absolutely rock solid.
I don't think that this bike can get any more refined, about the only thing that I wish I could get around is that damn 21.1mm steer tube
I'm always looking for a fork to drop in as a replacement, but a quality fully chromed fork with tall steer tube and 380mm + axle to crown is really tough to find without spending a huge (to me) amount of money. But if anyone happens to have one...
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12-30-20, 08:42 AM
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12-30-20, 08:58 AM
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12-31-20, 03:25 AM
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01-13-21, 08:32 PM
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Thread Hijack...Quill to Aheadset Stem Adapter Aesthetics
New quill stem adapter arrived today...$13.00+/- shipped from China.
Some pics of the results:
New $13 adapter - note the square shoulder detail.
New $13 adapter - additional view.
Old Quill Stem Adapter
Old Quill Stem Adapter
New Quill Stem Adapter
New Quill Stem Adapter
My vote :
Cost: Cheap.
Aesthetics: Improved.
Verdict: Thumbs Up.
:0)
Some pics of the results:
New $13 adapter - note the square shoulder detail.
New $13 adapter - additional view.
Old Quill Stem Adapter
Old Quill Stem Adapter
New Quill Stem Adapter
New Quill Stem Adapter
My vote :
Cost: Cheap.
Aesthetics: Improved.
Verdict: Thumbs Up.
:0)
01-13-21, 08:55 PM
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no full view?? oh, you tease! 
01-13-21, 09:00 PM
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01-13-21, 10:05 PM
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01-14-21, 08:46 AM
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01-14-21, 09:19 AM
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Link?
mstate-
do an eBay search on :
"Threadless Quill STEM Adapter 1" Tube 22.2/20.8mm-28.6mm(1-1/8") Bike Cycling"
Sorry it's not a direct jump, but my attempts to copy the link kept including my personal info.seller is : "winbuyshop"
Shipping time was about 1/2 the estimate.
Communication and tracking were excellent.
Order placed: 01JAN21
Estimated deliveryFriday, Jan 22, 2021- Tuesday, Feb 9, 2021
Order received: 13JAN21
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01-14-21, 09:24 AM
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mstate-
do an eBay search on :
seller is : "winbuyshop"
Shipping time was about 1/2 the estimate.
Communication and tracking were excellent.
do an eBay search on :
"Threadless Quill STEM Adapter 1" Tube 22.2/20.8mm-28.6mm(1-1/8") Bike Cycling"
Sorry it not a direct jump, but my attempts to copy the link kept including my personal info.seller is : "winbuyshop"
Shipping time was about 1/2 the estimate.
Communication and tracking were excellent.
01-14-21, 09:27 AM
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01-14-21, 09:48 AM
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chainwhip where's the dog?
thanks for posting some pics.....and, so soon! nice build. really like that blue
thanks for posting some pics.....and, so soon! nice build. really like that blue
01-14-21, 10:24 AM
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Looks way better 
One question though, is that steel or aluminum?
If aluminum, I'd recommend periodically raising up and inspecting that transition from the large to the small diameter for cracks. It looks like the transition is radiused but there's still going to be some concentration of stress there - much more than if that transition was a lot less drastic like with your old adapter.
One question though, is that steel or aluminum?
If aluminum, I'd recommend periodically raising up and inspecting that transition from the large to the small diameter for cracks. It looks like the transition is radiused but there's still going to be some concentration of stress there - much more than if that transition was a lot less drastic like with your old adapter.
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01-14-21, 11:46 AM
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Looks way better
One question though, is that steel or aluminum?
If aluminum, I'd recommend periodically raising up and inspecting that transition from the large to the small diameter for cracks. It looks like the transition is radiused but there's still going to be some concentration of stress there - much more than if that transition was a lot less drastic like with your old adapter.
One question though, is that steel or aluminum?
If aluminum, I'd recommend periodically raising up and inspecting that transition from the large to the small diameter for cracks. It looks like the transition is radiused but there's still going to be some concentration of stress there - much more than if that transition was a lot less drastic like with your old adapter.
I had thought of that...ie square-shouldered/non-radiused being a stress point.
I combed the net for a while seeking this config, and noted the majority had a radius at that junction.
I wondered from a metals viewpoint if it was a weaker choice of configuration.
The main tube is aluminum...bolt and wedge are steel
01-14-21, 11:58 AM
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This one is on hiatus due to a bent rim.. The one on the bottom is waiting to get paint..
So I transfered a couple parts to this one to get it ergo'd! It was complete Mavic, but now Mavic/Campagnolo. Its Mavic 571 Campagnolo 8spd. NOS Mavic Mach2CD2 Tubulars, updated the brake calipers to the Campagnolo equivalent Mavic calipers during its time. Gotta keep riding!
Lets go!
01-14-21, 12:10 PM
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Generally I'm of the opinion that bike parts are way stronger than people think they are. Of course things break occasionally, and the stem/fork interface has really terrible consequences if it fails so it warrants extra caution. It's probably fine, but definitely don't put off researching any strange new noises from the front end
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01-14-21, 12:36 PM
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link to the adapter
This could be great for one of my kids' road bikes. Purely aesthetic since it works great as is, but for $12, why not?
Is the stem cap replacable? It looks like it can slid off. That would be a cherry on top if so.
01-14-21, 12:38 PM
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01-14-21, 12:39 PM
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01-14-21, 12:56 PM
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Removable Top Cap
Thanks. Its sometimes super frustrating to sort thru everything on ebay.
link to the adapter
This could be great for one of my kids' road bikes. Purely aesthetic since it works great as is, but for $12, why not?
Is the stem cap replacable? It looks like it can slid off. That would be a cherry on top if so.
link to the adapter
This could be great for one of my kids' road bikes. Purely aesthetic since it works great as is, but for $12, why not?
Is the stem cap replacable? It looks like it can slid off. That would be a cherry on top if so.
Removable Top Cap