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Does this fork look bent?
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That was the only spot. I checked over the rest of the bike and it is fine. From the looks of it the lug is the only issue since I might have found a "bend" since I was looking for one.
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Well I hope that this is not the case. The top tube looks to have a slight bend and the end of the top lug sits up a tiny amount.
I just started putting it back together last night
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Zach |
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40 bucks is good. What I should have paid for mine. The bike looks kinda small though. |
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Zach |
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Well I ordered Decals from Ebay. I bought the red and white 'Olympic' model. Hinault Style from 78-80.
The bike is now a bare frame waiting for paint. I just want to get it painted and rolling a ... |
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Zach |
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Well I keep all my bikes with gears, But I have sold at least 3 that I "Flip" on craigslist to people who turn them into fixies. Its a fad that has peaked.
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Fixed is better than being in a dumpster. The good thing about these bikes is the lack of braze ons for the most part. Everything can just bolt right on. |
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Zach |
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Yeah, This bike is full on fixie fodder. Someone stopped by to buy one of my other bikes and recommended "Single Speed Conversion" after seeing the shape the bike was in. A very sharp NO was ... |
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I would never call what I am doing a restoration. There will be many incorrect parts on this bike. I just want to get it looking and riding good and save it from becoming a fixie.
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Zach |
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Well I am going to paint the frame and get some repo decals for it. I think I am gonna go with the later decals.
Here is where I am at now-
http://i25.photobucket.com/albums/c91/cusco-awd/intef ... |
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Zach |
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2 more questions-
Best way to drop weight
What was the correct frame pump for this bike? |
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