Old 12-11-10, 11:37 AM
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Ragooch
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Just my view, but when you purchase an old bike that you plan on riding I think you should completely disassemble it, clean and inspect all the parts, and reassemble properly replacing any bearings, cables, etc. that need attention.

Even a well cared for bike will have dried up grease in the BB, HS, and hubs, the cage pivot on the derailleur will most likely be gummed up, the freewheel will be dry, the chain can have tight spots or be worn, cable housing ends will be rough or collapsed, and so on.

It's also a good opportunity to flush out the frame add some rust preventive and give it a good coat of paste wax.
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