Originally Posted by
obrentharris
I sold those Stellas "back in the day." Very nice bikes.
Brent
Yes, they are. First time I've ever seen one up close and personal. Very well made, excellent chrome. When I saw it hanging from the ceiling at Community Cycle Center, it upset me that some idjit hacked off the hanger. Why? Why? Why? It's like going to the dog pound and finding a mutt with great personality, just needing a forever home...
Originally Posted by
Drillium Dude
Great work, too, on the International. I was wondering if the existing chrome would cause issues with re-brazing the dropout in the fork, but I guess not.
DD
Thanks! Chrome melts at a higher temperature than silver alloy used for brazing. Heat it hot and the surface will oxidize and get colored, unless you can keep oxygen away from it. Lots of flux does the trick.
Originally Posted by
jeirvine
Great saves. When you are ready to try your hand at top tube replacement, I have a Davidson ready to go.
And thank you! I can't wrap my mind around replacing a top tube.
Originally Posted by
Mr. 66
I'll start the bidding, 2 crusty mtbs and a Raleigh 20...
[MENTION=111144]Andy_K[/MENTION], what's your counter? Don't mind the fact that we don't know what we're bidding on...
Originally Posted by
Insidious C.
Oh no! It's a Stella! Looks like [MENTION=381793]gugie[/MENTION] will have to redo the repair with a proper Huret hanger.
Something I thought of after the fact!