odd mix, info request.
05-25-11, 07:52 AM
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odd mix, info request.
Timmy the hoarder/flipper has an interesting bike. MB grand record, vitus tubed F&F, frame is bent ever so slightly with shoddy respray.
The bike has Stronglight 49A cranks in good shape, Some odd centerpull brakes I have never seen and a most unusual hub set. Chrome steel shells about 1-1/2" (38mm) in diameter with large angled aluminum flanges. The guy wants $100.00 for the bike. I guess I should grab it at least for the cranks.. any idea on the hubs? The chrome is compromised but they look interesting and roll like glass.
The bike has Stronglight 49A cranks in good shape, Some odd centerpull brakes I have never seen and a most unusual hub set. Chrome steel shells about 1-1/2" (38mm) in diameter with large angled aluminum flanges. The guy wants $100.00 for the bike. I guess I should grab it at least for the cranks.. any idea on the hubs? The chrome is compromised but they look interesting and roll like glass.
05-25-11, 08:07 AM
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Grab it!
I know, it's your money and your storage space, so I shouldn't be so cavalier.
But as you say, the cranks make it worth the gamble. I've seen excellent hubs with chromed steel barrels and aluminum flanges, though not of the proportions you describe; still, could be very nice.
I know, it's your money and your storage space, so I shouldn't be so cavalier.
But as you say, the cranks make it worth the gamble. I've seen excellent hubs with chromed steel barrels and aluminum flanges, though not of the proportions you describe; still, could be very nice.
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Ya, I think I can catch him before he gets to Marlow if I drive fast enough.
Got it. no markings on the hubs, Polygon front brake. Pics tonight.
Correction: The hubs say "phil".
nice.
Got it. no markings on the hubs, Polygon front brake. Pics tonight.
Correction: The hubs say "phil".
nice.
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05-25-11, 10:07 AM
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Phil plus 49A less $100 equals score. Nice!
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