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Old 07-18-16 | 04:12 AM
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Andiroo99
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Bikes: Mercian King of Mercia (1983), Balance XR-550 (1993), Surly Cross Check, 1948 Condor British steel lightweight.

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Thanks so much for that amazing wealth of information. The search will begin in earnest. I like the idea of getting it built fast and then seeking out the parts and taking my time to build up a complete (ish) set Of era correct components. My biggest fear is just making sure that they all fit. The frame actually came with a set of wheels which I think look to be from 60s. 27" High flange Lambert Hubs with Birmalux rims both of which seem to be 36s. They have a Tiger 3 speed on them. I know my Japanese Suntour parts very well but all of these are unknown to me. Any good?

Bike was purchased from someone who has owned the bike circa 25 years and never built it up. He spoke with Condor a long time back and they said it was the 9th bike they made. So yes very early and it seems before their famous builders came on board.

Some pictures below. Can provide more close ups of helpful.







Thanks again very much appreciated.

Andy

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