Originally Posted by
NatusEstInSuht
Thank you very much both of you and wonderful choices in bikes. They look great!
So I'm going to try and get the frame. Hopefully it works out! I'll know in a few days.
I've been spending a good deal of time researching French frames, given their not so common dimensions and idiosyncrasies. It looks like I'll have to source a 22mm stem or slim down a quill stem by 0.2mm. There's also the issue of attaching a front derailleur to the frame. I'm pretty sure the seat tube is 28mm, given the 26.4mm seat post so I'll have to purchase, fabricate or bodge a shim for the clamp. Any thoughts or experiences?
I’m sure you’ve already found this, but here’s Sheldon’s article about French bikes:
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/velos.html
Often you can use a 28.6 front derailleur on a 28.0 French seat tube without a problem. It depends on the derailleur clamp. Here’s a good thread on the topic:
28.0 seat tube new Front Derailleur
That’s a rare and beautiful frame. The fact that it comes with a French-dimensioned seat post, BB, and headset is a huge plus. I hope it works out for you. Looking forward to seeing the finished product. You’re gonna love it!