Restoring Tom's Crankset

[@Obankenobi]

Nice project. Glad to see the "Tom was" edited to "Tom is" - he's still alive and kicking

[@johnhix7400]

I had this crankset on my Cannodale M2000 back in the 90s. Always loved the look of it.

[@Maks-cm5el]

Very beautiful!! I love how you take time for this parts to sand them 3 hours and make them as good as new. Its very grounding to see what you do. Thanks!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks. Much appreciated.

[@ludekrichter6049]

Tom is a legend! I ve just bought Ritchey Ultra frameset and built it up with XT and Pike. Awesome.

[@grahamreeve5209]

Thanks as always love your videos. Big thanks to Tom, Joe, Gary and all the other guys I don't know who gave us the wonderful mountain bikes, they have given so many people so much joy.

[@gurkpojken]

I wish i had all the polishingtools and the Nice printingmachine you got. Really nice work you did.

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@gurkpojken]

@@oldshovel what kind of bike do you have for dreambuild in the future? Top 5 frames ?

[@carbonsuicidemtb1583]

Great video, Tom is a legend, I just bought a ritchey p29er, it's a beautiful thing and rides beautifully too

[@oldshovel]

Agreed. Tom is a legend and his stuff is timeless.

[@carbonsuicidemtb1583]

@@oldshovelit surely is, if you look around, you can find the 2015-2018 p29ers quite cheap, black with yellow decals, I'm having my one resprayed, to look like the red white and blue ritchey p21 from 1991.... With m9000 xtr and fox 32 factory stepcasts in white, can't wait to get it finished

[@donaldfranklin5391]

Very awesome video on restoring an old three-piece crank

[@marcross3197]

Do you know what? This is by far the most professional video I've ever watched on youtube, the video editing, voice over and music was just perfect great work. By the way I've got no interest in cycling haha

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@gonzaley999]

You should check out kevcetral hrs similar

[@bananasstuff3344]

Buy a bike

[@ttiwehde]

If you are in the San Francisco area, make sure to visit the Bicycle museum in Fairfax .The mountain bike exhibit is awesome. Ritchey and the rest of the guys from Marin have their stores and bicycles on display, it’s awesome!

[@shakedydogshake]

I absolutely love, the set of Ritchey rims/hubs, that I retrofitted last year to my ‘90 Rockhopper…..killer looking wheels!

[@yorvo]

Great work. We always appreciate guys like Ritchey, Bontrager etc but what kind of bikes we're be riding if weren't for Sugino, Tange or Shimano...

[@sandy_knight]

Good choice on the chainring bolts, coloured aluminium bolts would have been sacrilegious on a beautiful crank-set like that!

[@NavyVeteran1776]

Acid etching would make the lettering hold up better than paint but very nice job.

[@jimihendrix731]

You level of work is next level. Bravo!

[@pfngomes]

Tom is proud of you! What an excelent job!

[@oldshovel]

Lol 😂 I hope so. Thanks 🙏

[@TheoreticalCyclist]

I will do the same with my Altus crankset on my 1999 GT Timberline! I hope it will look good... I will also make a video about it.

[@oldshovel]

Awesome we need more small bike part restorations out there.

[@TheoreticalCyclist]

@@oldshovel and now here it is, inspired by your work: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q6rZi6OimNOfeM0

[@Russell.Jolly.2023]

Seems I had that same Sugino crank on a 1980s Fuji Touring Series bicycle, only without the Ritchey branding.

[@thomaseisen304]

SUGINO build a lot of products for many manufacturers ( was also a big producer of Shimano parts ) those were great parts to have back then at a fair price .

[@dudeonbike800]

Same? No, not with the Ritchey bulge around the square taper. These were designed by Ritchey, sourced from Sugino to manufacture. Plus, these cranks are cold-forged. Most Sugino are not. Just their high end. And when you see a Specialized/Bianchi/Jamis/Kona/etc. frame, do you call it something else? Just because Specialized/Bianchi/Jamis/Kona/etc. doesn't actually make the frame?

[@tkmair6559]

I have a fantastic (my guess early 80's) Ciocc Italian ten speed. It has Shimano600 components, Italian frame and fork, and Mavic wheels. For some reason fitting tires on those wheels is super tight, and pretty difficult. It's in fine riding shape, but not pretty anymore. The first time I rode it I just felt like I was riding a beam of light. Thanks for the video!

[@oldshovel]

I love the nostalgia. Thanks for watching.

[@robbchastain3036]

Replicating the graphics was next level, nice work. I'll have to look into the Cricket as I could see using it for frame graphics.

[@BruceChastain]

amazing job

[@ivanaraque]

That was amazing, maybe I'll something like that on my old XT crank!

[@JunkieVirus]

May I give you an advice. when cutting small detailed templates out of vinyl. use material washi sheets or washi tape material setting. the machine cuts slower and more precise. and use a higher adhesive vinyl thats sticks better, and clean the surface with a better solution. this way the end result is so more crisp

[@aaroncrieky]

Great work on this! how did the cranks hold up since the polish? Did you have to re-polish periodically / apply a clear coat to protect it from corrosion/oxidation?

[@michaelbyers8931]

You are such and inspiration, Thanks for all of these really cool videos.

[@hilltopper600]

beautiful job

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@josephhertzberg2734]

Where did you find the graphic file for the Logic logo. I need it!!

[@BerserkerNick]

I have an idea for your next bike, about 10 years ago stripped an old bmx down to bare metal and then rubbed it down with gun blueing before clearcoating it and it came out awesome, I think a road bike done that way would look amazing

[@t-wreckscustoms3745]

Well Done. I found this channel because of tool restorations but i am sticking around because of your attention to detail and the history or background that you share about what you are working on. Keep on Truckin' T-Wrecks

[@oldshovel]

Thanks hanks T-Wrecks. Much appreciated.

[@grimreefer604]

Great job on giving those beautiful cranks, new life. Where or how do you find the font and sizing for the decals ?

[@BikeItUK]

Great work loving the detailing. All the best Andy

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@kona6812]

New to your channel and love your work! Have for myself some old bikes in my bike cave. And I can tell you that you have to chance at least the middle ring, maybe also the big ring. With a new chain they wouldn't work!

[@bananasstuff3344]

he seems fine with it.

[@twintype]

You should get an airbrush for your decal work.

[@oldshovel]

Perhaps someday 😁

[@RadioSnivins]

I've never had a problem with square taper, and the bb's are cheap and the different spindle lengths are great for Q-factoring. Also, I always replace the chainring bolts with the double hex key ones. I hate chainring nut wrenches.

[@DillonTDavis]

What an awesome crank! I actually just got one of these in near perfect condition and was wondering what I can do to protect the logo from rubbing off. Any suggestions would be much appreciated!

[@КошмарКошмар-й2б]

Very good restoration bro 👍👍👍

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@mikethebike5014]

Nice good job you got me thinking now as I have a couple of old bikes and parts. Nice music to 😎

[@wigma]

looks great. I feel like you may have the middle chain ring in the wrong position as the point on the inner part of the ring is normally lined up with the crank arm like the peg on the outer chainring. unless on these chainrings the orientation doesn't matter in which case ignore me.

[@drewsenthused6079]

Good work, that cricket machine looks useful!

[@rossandersen942]

You might try electro etching next time. Great job!

[@damntuff62]

Now I know how to redo the logos thanks Mate👍

[@GaryDeans03]

Great video and even better soundtrack 👍

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@Путинхуйло-х1ы]

Great job.... You're a master!

[@jamesy954]

Anyone would be proud to have that crankset on their bike

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@kottelkannim4919]

Jamesy 465 : Of course this is a great restoration process, but there is still a question of whether it is wise to install a crankset which is partially worn down (in terms of inter-tooth spacing) on a fully functional bike...

[@VegasCyclingFreak]

Turned out great

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@purpletrance9874]

Yep...love it all!

[@tzlrc0]

Do you think the aluminum black would have worked with a clear coat? Great video.

[@oldshovel]

I actually thought about that. I wasn’t sure though since it was so powdery.

[@acerbicgeoff7821]

@@oldshovel should have used aluminum etch, followed by aluminum black. Usually works for me on aluminum shift knobs

[@patoc2857]

Did the same thing but just used autosol. For the branding, I would have used that label machine but in black and transferred the letters to the crank. Would last longer than paint.

[@Sur_racer]

Love the bicycle videos I hope there comes more

[@kirkstevenson1904]

Loving your channel Can I just ask about when you a using the bench grinder for polishing; do you use a coarse, medium or fine buffing wheel to achieve the mirrored finish on the crank arms? And also what wheel were you using to finish the chainrings? I rebuild and restore bikes as a hobby, and am moving into more of the cosmetic side of respraying frames and polishing/buffing posts such as the cranks etc, and I would really appreciate some tips to point me in the right direction. Thanking you in advance 👍

[@Signofevil_Smile4theCam]

Great Job mate

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@jetfuel3053]

The way the other manufacturing marks are stamped into the metal, it would have been cool if you acid etched the Ritchey logo stuff before painting...that's just a fun idea shared...not a critique. I always love your restorations works and sharing.

[@oldshovel]

That would be cool.

[@delboy2974]

Really nice job... I love it...

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@James.P.D]

Excellent work 👍

[@jasoncook1886]

Did you find a way to get the black paint to stick after or alternative? Kind regards, Jason

[@erlpen2016]

I was so happy with your video, in fact i thought what a nice video full of information...i should subscribe ..only one problem...i am already your subscriber...thank you for your videos...

[@lennintorrez8103]

Very nice that video, I liked the restoration, well done dude 👍

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@jonienglish3231]

Good Video i got a set White inDustry Crankset triple Ring Converted to 1x Forged Made in USA - not the Clone

[@hilltopper600]

the nub on the chainring is supposed to be under the crank arm

[@z1522]

Which is exactly how he installed it, at 6:30. This keeps any dropped chain from getting wedged between the crank arm and the outer ring.

[@leeseoWestport]

Beautiful!

[@arzhang23]

Nice work! Question for you, what where you doing with the chainring at the 6:15 mark? Where you cleaning the chainring? If so what did you use for that on your bench grinder?

[@oldshovel]

Thanks. I was using a wire wheel on the bench grinder to clean them up.

[@bob-ny6kn]

Have you found a way to re-shape worn chainring (and cog) teeth? Hard to find a good, original chainrings.

[@timshreditsafely6930]

a year in, how did the spray painted logo hold up? good job as always

[@thisismycoment3251]

Can't wait for the bike build ps another grate job 😏 I'm just doing a trek 4300 build how often do you do videos dose it take a week ? Love what you do dude keep up the good work ✌👍

[@stiques-]

I’m expecting a sugino 75 in the mail soon and it has some scratches and shoe rub marks on each arm so I’m planning to restore it and polish it back up. Curious as to what grits of sand paper you used and around how long was the total sanding time? Planning to do everything by hand and hoping I can find someone with a buffing machine to borrow lol

[@mikster313]

You bought new bolts but not new rings? Why? Also I was old to soak blackened objects in oil to make it stay.

[@igehring]

Very inspiring, thank you!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks

[@oreocarlton3343]

This was so good Im willing to forgive you on what you did to that beautiful Kona frame.

[@bogdanalexandruburca3579]

Awsome background music

[@bobjoncas2814]

reuse and repurpose quality parts can save a lot of cash..great vid..

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@mitchd949]

You sure the cranks didn't have clear anodize? If you sanded for hours, you definitely removed the anodize.

[@ifell3]

Aluminium black, never head of it before, maybe this type of aluminium was a magic blend, or and anodised parts where thick stopping it from working. Maybe etching would have worked better?

[@oldshovel]

Perhaps. Thanks for the thoughts.

[@juno.rchive]

NICE VIDEO MAAAN!!!

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@mitchelllee6263]

Love what you do 👌

[@TheAcousticWarfare]

Nice work, but you have the large and middle chainrings out of alignment. The little point you see between one of the chainring arms should be aligned. Otherwise, great!

[@trekkeruss]

I was going to write that also. But it is only the middle ring that is out of alignment; the "timing" mark is meant to be opposite the arm. It cannot be behind the arm like most cranks because of the alignment of the spider.

[@TheAcousticWarfare]

@@trekkeruss Yep for sure, good point!

[@stephensimpson3352]

Top Guy.......BOTH of You👍🎬❤️

[@murphykenji]

Dang! Nice.

[@ganimed1976]

These cranks are built to last. Have them on my 1992 Bike-Tech Japy MTB. fotos.mtb-news.de/p/1909376?page=3&in=user

[@martynasgustaitis7840]

That's magic🤩

[@oldshovel]

Thanks 🙏

[@jimzucker]

the bluing works that way only on basic steel, non on alu

[@z1522]

I would not have overpolished the unit, as the alloy likely has an outer anodizing or coating which protects the aluminum from oxidation, and has the usual brushed metal look which is perfectly fine. Old chrome cranks may benefit from such polishing, but isn't ideal for this type and vintage.

[@friarrodneyburnap4336]

Are you a retro grouch?

[@oldshovel]

Lol I hope not. I like both the old and the new. Sometimes I want to restore things to the way they were and sometimes I like to modify and modernize.

[@juliocharlesdasilva8581]

Muito Bom seu trabalho

[@MrStingraybernard]

Nice

[@boowy05918]

very nice work！！^ ^

[@Cuahutemoc-RJ]

Ritchey from Sugino, japonese Factory of Crankset

[@durianriders]

RL's!

[@emperorofthenorthno.19trai30]

where those Ti bolts you took out for 10 dollar ones

[@oldshovel]

No. They were miss matched aluminum ones.

[@davidbeukers6762]

use some grease next time so it comes apart next year

[@paulopadua8053]

Está mais para limpeza que restauração.

[@franciskoGG]

Chao!

[@oldshovel]

😁

[@KAZ.Garage.]

リッチーロジック　懐かしい

[@littleblom]

So you just cleaned and pilished dirty but perfectly working part. No broken teeth, no damaged threads. Where is the restoration? I know, cleaning dirty crank set doesn't sound nearly as cool as restoring... However, nice editing though. You also know a lot of history.

[@mustachgloria6445]

@littleblom Restoration means a bringing back to a former condition. Hence, he has done restoration. Peace and light.

[@kura6205]

美しい🎵

[@TheParsifal1]

[@bostonsirish1]

You didn’t sand it correctly just saying

[@666Avrora]

Это помыл а не реставрировал

[@АлексейКовалёв-н4в]

И что тут грандиозного?Помыл,отполировал и покрасил.Смешно.Ни о чём видео.Только время потратил...