Originally Posted by
peter_d
I stripped my Grandis to bare metal and did a home repaint. No reason you can't do a very nice paint job with care and patience and it'll be more appropriate than powdercoat on a bike like the Grandis Plus you have the option of having it professionally done in the future if you want. I got my decals from a guy in Germany but others may have them now.
Workmanship is excellent, brazing and filing the best I've seen. Mine weighs a touch over 20lbs on my digital scale, amazing for steel.
You're very lucky to have found a bike built in a small family owned shop by dedicated craftsmen. Enjoy!
Thank you for sharing. I apologize for delay but my Grandis project was put on hold for a bit. I did a thorough tune-up and have been riding it "war-horse"style.
I have questions about your home white Grandis: was stripping done with sandpaper and patience or did you have a chemical bath? did you use spray paint or a brush? did you paint over the chrome on the cap of the front fork? also, is the stem original?
Lastly, a question for anyone- the gum colored brake hoods were totally ripped up when i bought the bike. is there a less expensive alternative to the vintage campy hoods that would be a good fit (even if just while I save for originals)
pictures will follow soon!