Originally Posted by
FBinNY
It's not the question that gets a straight answer. Often the answer will be a deflection, with "it's not safe", or "it can't be fixed", or
"they don't make the parts anymore" are really code for "not interested".
I never push those issues, and simply keep looking until I find someone with both the skill and desire to do the job right.
I'm thinking the shop probably doesn't want to spend the time researching exactly what fork will have the proper rake, length for a 27"/ tire, brakes? + what got damaged on the bar in addition to the bar. Add a possible bent frame?
It may have much to do w/ a lack of knowledge of how to measure and where to look for "old compatible" parts. Very possible if there isn't an old codger working there.
A lot of time spent for likely a rather high $ estimate that will be declined.
Maybe if the OP stated "MONEY IS NO OBJECT"????