Cables for vintage rebuild?
03-05-10, 06:53 PM
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Cables for vintage rebuild?
I am in the midst of a mid-80s LOOK restoration. Re-spraying is close to complete, and I've been gradually assembling the components (some original, some NOS or nearly-NOS ebay/craigslist finds), but I have not yet got around to the cables. What is the consensus vis-a-vis brake and shifter cables for a vintage rebuild? Any shame in going with new current generation cables? Any performance/compatibility issues I should keep in mind? Ideally, I'd like something in blue, red, or yellow to match the frame design, so I'm not sure I'd even have a chance of finding NOS cables. Thoughts?
NB: I originally used Mavic f/r derailleurs, but need replacement. I've replaced with Campy derailleurs though I'm considering keeping my original Simplex friction shifters since I love them so much. Would you suggest making the full Campy switch and and go with synchro shift levers?
Thanks in advance!
NB: I originally used Mavic f/r derailleurs, but need replacement. I've replaced with Campy derailleurs though I'm considering keeping my original Simplex friction shifters since I love them so much. Would you suggest making the full Campy switch and and go with synchro shift levers?
Thanks in advance!
03-05-10, 06:58 PM
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Sorry, meant to post in the C&V forum. I'll repost over there.
