Monday, May 20, 2019

(1) Colnago Teknos -- Removing the yellow bar tape

Not a fan of yellow...



First, remove the plug



Fold over the brake lever hoods to get the bar tape out from under

The brake and shifter cables exit the lever at the top rear.  It's held in place with tape.  The bar tape is what will really hold the cables in place







THE L.S.S. CO. (Starrett) Large Square -- Before & After Cleaning











After Cleaning:







Friday, May 17, 2019

Nishiki Bicycle -- Replacing the seat & cleaning the seat post & post locking bolt -- Part 3

Replaced the torn seat with a more recent one in good condition.  The white seat matches the white bar tape.   




Took some pictures of some of the components on this mostly Japanese bike.  The derailleurs (Nuovo Record) and the wheel hubs (Record) are Campagnolo (Italy) and are top of the line.


Took off this old black water bottle cage.  Will replace it with something that better matches the bike colors and more modern.



Also took off these clip style pedals (Shimano 600).  These are very heavy.  Will install some modern light clipless pedals.

















6-speed


IH (International Harvester) 1 & 5/16" Wrench -- Before & After Cleaning