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Old 08-09-25 | 07:03 PM
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Bikes: 1956 Rudge; 1981 Miyata; 1994 Breezer; 1987 Raleigh Mtn Trials; 1952 R.O. Harrison; 1994 Concorde; 1949 Rotrax; 1964 A.S. Gillott; Early 60s Frejus; ~1979 RRB track; Unknown Interwar track

Definitely will do, Brent!
So far, the fork is out. I found out it's a floating race headset, all nickel plated Brampton. No make on the hubs yet but I've only briefly gone over them. I have a pair of chrome BSA hubs probably from the 30s I was planning on using on the Rotrax eventually. Those may have found a new purpose, if I can't find a set of nickel plated hubs in good condition.
Seatpost is a full foot long and nickel plated. Stem is out. No evidence of flaking nickel but there is surface rust and grime everywhere. It may actually just be oxidized grease and oil, but a lot of these bits need soaking in something. I'm going to give evaporust a try and if that doesn't cut it, then I know the components are mummified in ancient grease which feels as hard as metal itself. I'm going to be gentle with this one.
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