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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-22, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

The bar tape arrived for the Miyata 912...

The bar tape arrived for the Miyata 912 yesterday. All ready for the ride to work tomorrow. Now I just need to mix up some touch up paint. The color is really hard to match. It’s not quite black, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-22, 05:29 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Nearly done fixing up my Miyata Nine-Twelve....

Nearly done fixing up my Miyata Nine-Twelve. Really looking forward to getting this one on the road again. My few rides on it felt great. Very stiff frame.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

So close to finishing the super sport that I have...

So close to finishing the super sport that I have been working on for the past month or so. Amazon delivered 1 roll of bar tape on Friday. The next roll is coming Tuesday… what the heck?

My rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-21, 02:13 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Wow, that looks great! I love these world...

Wow, that looks great! I love these world voyageurs. The lugs are simple, flashy and elegant all at the same time.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-20, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I’m continuing to work on my lotus sprint. Boy...

I’m continuing to work on my lotus sprint. Boy did they cheap out on the bearings!! The cartridges only have 1 rubber seal. The headset bearing retainer holds the least amount of bearings that I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-20, 11:24 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

yes, we have had bad luck this year. Our family...

yes, we have had bad luck this year. Our family drove 1 hour to a dark park to see the comet this year and it clouded over too! I tried to spy Jupiter and Saturn, same thing. Oh well, I will catch it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-20, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Now that my miyata ridge runner is complete, I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-20, 11:03 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Oh no! I’ve had some stubborn free wheels before....

Oh no! I’ve had some stubborn free wheels before. For the worst ones, I will mount the removal tool in a bench vise and turn the wheel. Seems to work well.

Here is my guess, you will probably need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-26-20, 07:27 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I’m close to wrapping up my Christmas break...

I’m close to wrapping up my Christmas break project. All I need are 5/32 ball bearings for the bear trap pedals and derailleur cables.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-20, 08:52 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Not really wrenching, but I was given the ho...

Not really wrenching, but I was given the ho ahead to bring some of my bikes upstairs permanently. The one hanging from the wall will be super convenient for storing my commuter.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-20, 11:32 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

More progress on the finest tonight. Eventually...

More progress on the finest tonight. Eventually I will replace the tires/tubes.

I’m going to test ride to make sure I like the new stem length. After that, I’ll wrap the bars and try to find...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I’m on the home stretch with my Fuji Finest. ...

I’m on the home stretch with my Fuji Finest. Should be ready by the time the weather turns.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 07:32 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Wow! What a transformation on that fork! Well...

Wow! What a transformation on that fork! Well done.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 06:50 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Looks nicer than the standard basement, nice...

Looks nicer than the standard basement, nice smooth walls, etc. You have some pretty serious looking tools on that peg board too! I’m feeling envy for your bench vise too. Very nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-19, 03:58 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I’ve been working on moving. That means saying...

I’ve been working on moving. That means saying goodbye to the cool retro floor in my former basement workspace. I got my new space together last night. I believe the new space will work better...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-19, 10:12 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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The Melton is ready for it’s maiden voyage tomorrow...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-19, 10:54 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Worked on the Melton a bit more today. I’m mostly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-19, 06:48 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Thanks! It can be time consuming, but I do enjoy...

Thanks! It can be time consuming, but I do enjoy it. Sometimes when I am done I can feel reluctant to ride in wet or dirt conditions, but I have to remind myself that bikes are no good if they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-19, 12:59 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Slowly working on my Melton
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-19, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Fantastic job! This paint project spans a few...

Fantastic job! This paint project spans a few pages. You are on patient man, but the results speak loudly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-19, 10:28 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-19, 06:55 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I notice you have a stem and bar combo with lots...

I notice you have a stem and bar combo with lots of reach. I think I will have to do something similar with my Finest, the top tube is downright stubby! Beautiful job on yours again!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-19, 06:48 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I do like to stare at the row of bicycles. It’s...

I do like to stare at the row of bicycles. It’s also funny to see the reaction when someone from the utility company has to go into the basement. “Uh... someone here sure likes bikes” 😬
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-19, 06:43 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-19, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Yeah, I’m keeping my fingers crossed on the...

Yeah, I’m keeping my fingers crossed on the Browns. As a long time fan and skeptic, I won’t get too excited until I see results on the field.

I do tend to fill my basement with old stuff. I got...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-19, 09:22 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I have a lot of wrenching that I want to do......

I have a lot of wrenching that I want to do... but my workspace was a disgusting mess. I had some time today and spruced it up. It’s a lot easier to find tools when they aren’t laying all over the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 10:19 AM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I made some quick part changes to my new Melton...

I made some quick part changes to my new Melton touring bike. Just using the parts that I had on hand.

-Replaced the very ugly riser stem with an SR forged stem that I had.
-Swapped the wheels...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-19, 02:17 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Take the chain off of the cranks and spin them. ...

Take the chain off of the cranks and spin them. It could be the bottom bracket, but I’ve felt old chains be as problematic. What is the condition of the chain? Maybe it’s not engaging the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-19, 05:26 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-19, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

I spotted this one on a local Craigslist and...

I spotted this one on a local Craigslist and nearly posted it here! That is a great looking bike and very reasonable price.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-19, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

oh yeah!! That’s the dream!

oh yeah!! That’s the dream!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-19, 10:25 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Serviced and polished my Suntour XC II pedals...

Serviced and polished my Suntour XC II pedals tonight:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-19, 07:31 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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Finally wrapped the bars on my wife’s bicycle. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-19, 11:45 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

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I built my wife’s first road bike this weekend. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-19, 11:13 PM
Replies: 7,944
Views: 967,571
Posted By mkeller234

Wrapping up the overhaul on my Cannondale ST-500....

Wrapping up the overhaul on my Cannondale ST-500. I’m not a fan of the Brooks tape. In my opinion, it’s way too thick and difficult to work with. Now I just need to wait for my cartridge bearings for...
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