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Ventolux frame pump 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Tue Mar 09, 2010 4:59 pm   Subject: Ventolux frame pump
dan lenik
 
Replies: 4
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To anyone trying to repair one of these, I swiped the rubber plunger from a BELL AIR STRIKE pump. Its slightly oversized but I plugged it into a Dremel and turned it down on a piece of super fine san ...
 
Ventolux frame pump 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Wed Mar 03, 2010 2:51 pm   Subject: Ventolux frame pump
dan lenik
 
Replies: 4
Views: 12320
Thanks for the tip! I didn't know I could do this! Sincerely, Dan Very Happy
 
Ventolux frame pump 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Sat Feb 27, 2010 8:33 am   Subject: Ventolux frame pump
dan lenik
 
Replies: 4
Views: 12320
Hi, anyone know where I can get a rubber plunger for a Ventolux frame pump? The pump diameter is 23 or 24 mm and the standard ones are just a bit too small. Thanks!
 
'85 Champion 
PostForum: Owner Gallery   Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2009 4:17 pm   Subject: '85 Champion
dan lenik
 
Replies: 6
Views: 18308
Yes! I just thought the front end alignment was off! You funny man! Thanks for the laugh! Sincerely, Dan
 
'85 Champion 
PostForum: Owner Gallery   Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2009 3:37 am   Subject: '85 Champion
dan lenik
 
Replies: 6
Views: 18308
I really need to warsh that garage door!
 
'85 Champion 
PostForum: Owner Gallery   Posted: Mon Aug 03, 2009 3:35 am   Subject: '85 Champion
dan lenik
 
Replies: 6
Views: 18308
No "one speeds" in this house! Out here in the stix we got hills! The freight did hurt, but it ain't easy to find a nice Gitane of this era in this condition here in the states. And for so ...
 
Hosteller revisited 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Sun Aug 02, 2009 7:49 am   Subject: Hosteller revisited
dan lenik
 
Replies: 3
Views: 8332
Thanks! I am looking for a front rack as I botched up the original, so if you have any ideas, please let me know! I promise to take better pictures when finished! Sincerely, Dan
 
Mid 80's Head tube decals 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2009 5:43 pm   Subject: Mid 80's Head tube decals
dan lenik
 
Replies: 0
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I have 6 of these headtube decals available @ $7.00 pp each if anyone is interested. They were made by velocals off my torn original. The are vinyl, sized perfect but are trimmed close instead of cu ...
 
'85 Champion 
PostForum: Owner Gallery   Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2009 5:28 pm   Subject: '85 Champion
dan lenik
 
Replies: 6
Views: 18308
I bought this all original from ebay Australia. I only had to change the wires and tires. Sorry about the trek water bottle but hey, it matches! I went with the yellow as Michelins made in England a ...
 
WANTED! Front pannier rack 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2009 5:07 pm   Subject: WANTED! Front pannier rack
dan lenik
 
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Views: 5216
Does anyone have one of these for sale? It came on my Hosteller when new. I just passed one up on ebay about 2 months ago and now I find I need one for my restoration. Any help would be greatly app ...
 
Hosteller revisited 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Sat Aug 01, 2009 4:59 pm   Subject: Hosteller revisited
dan lenik
 
Replies: 3
Views: 8332
I finally got my frame back from Bilenkys Cycles in Philadelphia for the re-paint. It took 3 and a half months to do it poorly. I just got it out of there because I was afraid I might never see my f ...
 
remade decals by velocals.com 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Tue Jun 02, 2009 5:18 am   Subject: velocals
dan lenik
 
Replies: 15
Views: 30445
I am disappointed that you guys aren't able to reach him. He does great work. I'm sorry but I dont have his number; I have always reached him by email. I cant imagine he just has too much work in o ...
 
Vintage - but which model? 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Mon May 25, 2009 5:36 am   Subject: decal removal
dan lenik
 
Replies: 20
Views: 39452
Leaving the decal adds to the charm of the bike. If you choose to remove it, do it with a heat gun and your finger nails very gently and slowly. You'll heat up your finger tips pretty good, so keep ...
 
64 Gitane Delux (I think??) 
PostForum: Vintage Gitane   Posted: Wed May 13, 2009 9:07 pm   Subject: 64 Gitane Delux (I think??)
dan lenik
 
Replies: 8
Views: 17078
Neat bike! White housing is all over ebay for less than 10 bucks! Just bought some myself! Didn't I read from somebody about using wood bleach on rust? I am notorious for using wd-40 or similar pene ...
 
bonjour de france 
PostForum: Owner Gallery   Posted: Tue May 05, 2009 3:14 am   Subject: 29 photos of French bikes
dan lenik
 
Replies: 26
Views: 55212
WOW! Now I know what heaven looks like! And your command of the English language is perfect! Very Happy
 
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