Rides Majestic
Join Date: Jan 2013
Location: Westfield, MA
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Bikes: 1983 Univega Gran Turismo, 1970 Schwinn Super Sport, 2001 Univega Modo Vincere, Self-Built Nashbar Touring, 1974 Peugeot U08, 1974 Atala Grand Prix, 1986 Ross Mt. Hood, 80's Maruishi MT-18
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Based on the parts you are considering, I would think a Fuji from the late 70's or early 80's would be good. A Raleigh Grand Prix with the plastic Simplex derailleurs, cottered cranks, and steel wheels might also be a good starting point. I'm not sure of the threading on those, but some of them are pretty cool looking with their wrap around stays, chrome socks, and paint panel schemes. They are also not special enough that anyone would cry foul if you frankified them.