<![CDATA[Bike Forums - Classic & Vintage]]> http://www.bikeforums.net/ This forum is to discuss the many aspects of classic and vintage bicycles, including musclebikes, lightweights, middleweights, hi-wheelers, bone-shakers, safety bikes and much more. en Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:57:09 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.bikeforums.net/images/misc/rss.png <![CDATA[Bike Forums - Classic & Vintage]]> http://www.bikeforums.net/ Humber English Bike http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604367-Humber-English-Bike&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:48:29 GMT I just ran across a Humber Riveria. Labels say that it is made in England. Lugged frame. Older, but in decent shape. I took pics, but cannot seem to get them to load. I'll keep trying to post them, but does anyone know anything about this bike or the company? I didn't pick it up, but i can go back and probably get it for under $10.00

KDB ]]> KDB http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604367-Humber-English-Bike two new additions http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604359-two-new-additions&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:12:58 GMT Trying the new forum by posting two new additions First is an ATALA from the seventies .looks nice but not a high end bike the next is a 1940 Schwinn Cycle Truck.I havent cleaned it yet or done anything to it. Image: http://i263.photobucket.com/albums/ii125/vincev_2008/atala1.jpg Image:... Trying the new forum by posting two new additions
First is an ATALA from the seventies .looks nice but not a high end bike
the next is a 1940 Schwinn Cycle Truck.I havent cleaned it yet or done anything to it.

]]> vincev http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604359-two-new-additions Posting Pics http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604340-Posting-Pics&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 18:06:16 GMT well I had tought the new forum would be nice but... just how do I post a pic from my documents folder or does it have to be online somewhere already?

also the fact that long threads, ISO, whacky Cl&Ebay, etc don't have a last page option is becoming annoying ]]> Bianchigirll http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604340-Posting-Pics Aircraft Remover - WTH? http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604335-Aircraft-Remover-WTH&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:39:02 GMT Okay all you paint masters out there - I have scoured these forums for information on stripping and repainting bikes and see a lot about aircraft remover for stripping. Is there some prep work that needs to be done first? I am trying to strip a set of handlebars and the aircraft remover has... Okay all you paint masters out there -

I have scoured these forums for information on stripping and repainting bikes and see a lot about aircraft remover for stripping. Is there some prep work that needs to be done first? I am trying to strip a set of handlebars and the aircraft remover has done nothing. I have used the same can on a vent cover and the paint bubbled right up for easy stripping. Is there a difference between the paints used on these two things? What am I missing?

Oh, and yes, I am aware that you only spray in one direction. I have been doing that. Still no results. ]]> Angus37 http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604335-Aircraft-Remover-WTH KHS model ...??? http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604316-KHS-model&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:42:05 GMT Hi there. Any info on what model this is? Im wondering what kind of tubing. Are KHSs any good? I see em around. All I know about this one is its got shimano 600. Doent sound too bad to me. Thanks Image: http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s162/sgtdouglas/KHS.jpg Hi there. Any info on what model this is? Im wondering what kind of tubing.
Are KHSs any good? I see em around.
All I know about this one is its got shimano 600. Doent sound too bad to me.
Thanks

]]> IronFan http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604316-KHS-model Vintage Bike New Component Upgrade? http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604309-Vintage-Bike-New-Component-Upgrade&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:52:12 GMT I have a 1982 Trek 613 with SunTour Components that someone gave me two years ago. I ride it regularly but really enjoy my kids bike with brake lever shifters a lot. I've been looking for a new bike but a mechanic friend of mine suggested I buy brake lever shifters and the related components and update my Trek frame. I've been out of work and without much cash and this seems like a more efficient alternative. I've been shopping Shimano 105 components after reading on the Forums that is where the quality begins without going over the top in price.

What are the thoughts about adding the new parts to the old frame, which is really good shape, and about the 105s as the group to install? Can it be one, and if done correctly, would the results be positive?

FMR ]]> fatmanriding http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604309-Vintage-Bike-New-Component-Upgrade What would YOU do with this frame? http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604308-What-would-YOU-do-with-this-frame&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:46:42 GMT I've not received this frame yet. But, I am already wondering if I should repair the paint and clear coat it ‚ just send it off to get powder coated — NOT the forks obviously. There is no a big choice here in Japan. I don't know how to get to the coater directly. The deal is you take the frame over to yer LBS. They send to Osaka. And the lowest quote I've had is a tad under the equivalent of US $200.



















]]> Lenton58 http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604308-What-would-YOU-do-with-this-frame <![CDATA[The new guy's tool box.]]> http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604302-The-new-guy-s-tool-box&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:12:39 GMT What does the essential resto-bike builder's tool box look like? What are the real essentials? There are plenty of new, kitted bike works kits on Ebay. Does a focus on Campy equipped 80s frames matter?

Thanks in advance for the advice!

Reed ]]> Reed19 http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604302-The-new-guy-s-tool-box Old vintage shogun bike, want to upgrade some components for cheap $$ http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604290-Old-vintage-shogun-bike-want-to-upgrade-some-components-for-cheap&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 09:30:29 GMT So I have a shogun bike from the 70s, high tensive steel with bad components on it. I'm about 200 lbs and want to upgrade the crank so It won't bend and rub against other parts and so the pedal arm won't fall off. How do I go about finding what new crankset will be compatible with my bike? I also need to replace the brakes on this bike because they take forever to stop, but I'm on a pretty tight budget and don't want to drop lots of money into this bike. I would love to have this bike be my commuter but i've been told by many people that I shouldn't drop $$$ into it.

here's some pictures, if there's anyway you could tell me what I need to do to figure out what kind of crank I'd need to replace the current one with that'd be amazing, thanks.
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]]> onthegreen http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604290-Old-vintage-shogun-bike-want-to-upgrade-some-components-for-cheap <![CDATA[>Continental Ultra Gatorskin (700cx23) Any one USE for Commuting/Tour Before?]]> http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604278-Continental-Ultra-Gatorskin-700cx23-Any-one-USE-for-Commuting-Tour-Before&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:01:29 GMT Has any one ever road Continental Ultra Gatorskin (700cx23) For Commuting/ Down-town work City? Must have tires That will not flat or Tare On the way to Work/School! Any Input will be much Help ! Thanks!:thumb: Has any one ever road Continental Ultra Gatorskin (700cx23) For Commuting/ Down-town work City?
Must have tires That will not flat or Tare On the way to Work/School! Any Input will be much Help !

Thanks!:thumb: ]]> My1stRoadBike http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604278-Continental-Ultra-Gatorskin-700cx23-Any-one-USE-for-Commuting-Tour-Before Two tools in one! http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604272-Two-tools-in-one&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:28:13 GMT They are Swiss, they are French, they are obselete, and they just arrived today! My PX-8 will be so happy! Image: http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q184/balindamood/Bike%20Posts/IMG_0917.jpg They are Swiss, they are French, they are obselete, and they just arrived today! My PX-8 will be so happy!

]]> balindamood http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604272-Two-tools-in-one Old Fuji MTB Assistance Needed http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604267-Old-Fuji-MTB-Assistance-Needed&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 06:02:29 GMT Vintage Fuji Suncrest? Any Fuji experts willing to lend a hand in identifying the Fuji frame I took delivery on today?

It's an interesting challenge. The basic information is:
Fuji Suncrest, 22 inches, Tourquoise
Frame is CroMo, Tig Brazed. Top, Head and downubes are 1.25" in diameter
Seat Tube is 1.125
FD & RD are Shimano Deore
Crank is Sakae SX with ramps and guides to facilitate the indexing
Bar mounted Thumb shifters are indexed, and are seperate from grips/levers
Grips and Brake levers are Shimano unit
Front Brakes are Shimano Cantilevers, but much smaller than the Altus
Rear Brakes are Shimano Cantilevers also, and may be U brake type and mount under the BB
The Stem appears to have a vinyl coating in a contrasting color, though it may just be painted

Normally I would attribute the bar shifters to the early 80s, but the fact that they are indexed would seem to pull it forward a bit. The TIG welding of Cro Mo, in my understanding, would bring it serveral years forward. Fuji was an innovative manufacturer, but these incongruities create a mystery for me in any case.

The issues I need assistance with are 1) Approximate date of manufacture; and 2) The number of freewheel cogs it came with. Or, you may be able to share sources to this information. ]]> olliesdad01 http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604267-Old-Fuji-MTB-Assistance-Needed French World War I bike courier sport? http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604246-French-World-War-I-bike-courier-sport&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 03:16:18 GMT Hey, all. I seem to remember learning once about a sporting competition that still happens in France, which is based on the skills of a bike courier in the French army during the First World War -- it involves crossing open fields, throwing your bike over fences, riding through ditches, etc. ... Hey, all. I seem to remember learning once about a sporting competition that still happens in France, which is based on the skills of a bike courier in the French army during the First World War -- it involves crossing open fields, throwing your bike over fences, riding through ditches, etc. Googling is not helping me, in French or English. Does anyone remember the name of this sport? ]]> brianinc-ville http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604246-French-World-War-I-bike-courier-sport Freewheel removal tool for older Simplex design http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604233-Freewheel-removal-tool-for-older-Simplex-design&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:59:19 GMT Hello all, Last weekend I purchased a Peugeot PA 10E for all of seven dollars at a local yard sale. The bike is pretty, with the usual white paint and many decals, Brooks saddle, and beautiful details so characteristic of these French bikes. It worked in the sense that you could get on and... Hello all,

Last weekend I purchased a Peugeot PA 10E for all of seven dollars at a local yard sale.

The bike is pretty, with the usual white paint and many decals, Brooks saddle, and beautiful details so characteristic of these French bikes. It worked in the sense that you could get on and peddle it but nothing was right. It has rust, all the cables are frayed, the cable housings are ready to meet their maker, the wheels are completely out of true, brake levers are bent from an accident, and the paint is badly chipped all over. The real reason I'm taking on this bike is because it was never really ridden. It has the original Mafac brake pads, worn only because of the uneven wear from the wobble in the wheels, and it has the original tires that are dry-rotted to pieces. I think this bike deserves to be ridden because it apparently never really was and so I'm trying to restore it generally mechanically and save the cosmetics from complete destruction by rust.

At the moment, I'm working on the rust and have been able to shine a lot of the pretty pieces on the bike. But now I'm stuck because I want to remove the freewheel on the rear wheel and I cannot find the appropriate tool. It is a Simplex design from 1974 (I believe) and I would like to be able to remove the freewheel, the cassette, shine up the HUGE chain guard, and put everything back together. So, my question is, can anyone point me towards a freewheel removal tool for this particular bike. I know they sold a gajillion of them so there must be a tool floating around somewhere.

Thanks! ]]> zsmith http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604233-Freewheel-removal-tool-for-older-Simplex-design Ross vs Schwinn http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604232-Ross-vs-Schwinn&goto=newpost Sat, 21 Nov 2009 01:58:35 GMT I have the opportunity to trade for either a Schwinn voyager (no seat or post, needs chain and TLC) or a Ross sport gran touring (rides great, shimano 600 components, brooks saddle,araya rims etc. needs tires and bar wrap). Both frames are good and both are my size. Whadya think? I have the opportunity to trade for either a Schwinn voyager (no seat or post, needs chain and TLC) or a Ross sport gran touring (rides great, shimano 600 components, brooks saddle,araya rims etc. needs tires and bar wrap). Both frames are good and both are my size. Whadya think? ]]> RobE30 http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?604232-Ross-vs-Schwinn