Originally Posted by
Bandera
Face & chase were SOP for my shop on frames of that period along with checking frame/fork alignment, dropout parallel & derail hanger true. The attention of an old school craftsman w/ the proper tools will be well worth any delay.
-Bandera
I’m no craftsman ha ha but I did check the dropout and hanger alignment, alas don’t have the heavy duty tools. Ive often thought of buying taps and cutters for Italian frames and offering them up for rent or goodwill loan to the LBS.
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