Originally Posted by
illwafer
regarding the 83 stumpy above:
i have an 83 sport model, and the spacing is 120 in the back. I spread it to 135(!), but I had to use a 7-speed cassette with a space on the OUTSIDE in order to get the wheel to slide in. there's no way you could run 8+ speed if you are using a 135mm wheelset.
My suggestion is to run 8spd campy levers with a 7spd shimano FW. Cog spacing is 5mm on both. It will work perfect.
Originally Posted by
gomango
Hmmmm. Campy, that sounds tasty.
Actually, I have a full xt gruppo with xtr hubbed x519s sitting at the cabin.
No need to hurry, I'll just continue watching these cool builds for now.
Thats the idea Grady. Xtr hubs, xt brakes, crankset, FD, 7spd FW, campy 8 RD and ergos