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Old 12-01-13 | 02:03 PM
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From: Spartanburg, SC, USA

Bikes: 1983 Fuji Touring Series IV, Masi Volumetrica 3VC

You seem to be keeping the budget in mind, which is essential. My current project has blown its budget to pieces, mainly because I bought a bunch of stuff for the bike to make it "better", before I had my budget outlined. In truth, I didn't have to replace the wheels or crankset for the bike to function. It was a matter of selecting lighter, higher quality components, with a bit of aesthetic influence thrown in. Had I made the budget first, I would have made different choices, considering it needed cables, bottom bracket, saddle, tires, grips, etc. In the end, this bike is a gift for my daughter. So I can justify the expenditure based upon that. But if I were flipping the bike, I'd be in trouble. Do keep us updated.
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