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I would check out getting a T/A Specialities crank with the appropriate chain rings. You wouldn't even have to change out the BB if you are using a square taper crank. I would stick with the 8 speed setup. Do you have DT or Ergo shifters? If you need them rebuilt check with Vecchios in Boulder CO. They sell T/A crank sets as will and are probably the most knowledgeable people regarding campy and what is possible. I have several bikes with 10spd and still often ride my old Greg Lemond Coors Light bike with the 8spd setup...works just fine. I have a set of old Mirage ergo 8 spd shifters which work perfectly after all these years. Keep the 8 as is and go with a new crankset and possibly a compact FD. If you don't need the top end then get a 48 large chain ring with the T/A cranks to stay within the shift limit of the campy FD. Peter at Vecchios would know what will work