Hey all,

Was wondering if I could get you all to look over this 400 frame and tell me why it does not look like others I have seen or read about.

It's a great one that I got from a BF member here and can't wait to start the build but I have to go through a fast move and it's easier to transport a bare frame then a complete bike.

Anyway, what has me puzzled is the lack of brazen ons on the seatstay and fork. There's no eyelets and attachment points for a rack. I thought all 400s had these. The paint and decals are what a 1988 400 model would have and look original, not a repaint.

Also, did these use Suntour groups ? The chain slap is marked Edge 4050 which belongs to Suntour, not Shimano.

Was there suppose to be a bridge between the chainstays as well. I thought all bikes had these to stiffen up the drop outs. The drop outs have 72 on them, I suppose to designate the degree angle.

If this model was a sport touring one wouldn't the wheelbase be higher then 39", what a racing bike would be ? This 400 has the 39" wheelbase.

I think this is a great example of an early Trek but confused about some of the identifying points. Some insight is welcome !

Thanks.

Pics now !