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Old 01-02-21 | 07:01 PM
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Bikes: 1975 Raleigh International | 1979 Scapin | 1980 Trek 715 | 1984 SR Maxima | 1993 Bridgestone RB1 | 1996 Trek 5200 OCLV | 1998 753 Waterford X-12

Originally Posted by juvela
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this set is the second generation "G2" or "Mk.II" edition created by Ets. Verot-Perrin reworking the original in 1981

the outer C/W is mis-mounted in that the small hole is supposed to go under the crank arm, it is threaded and takes a small bolt with spacer/sleeve which is designed to keep the chain from wedging between the arm and chainwheel in derailments to the outside

here is the manufacturer's catalogue page showing the model 99BIS of 1982. the holes are just there for lightening/appearance.



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99 triple for ref. Correct mounting puts the Stronglight mark opposite the crank arm. Agree that the larger holes prob for weight / looks.
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