It will probably be next week before I take any pictures, but I have discovered that neither the stem nor seat post are frozen. However, the seat post has a shim, and I don't seem to be able to easily remove the post... No major problem, since I can adjust it where I need to have it set, and it will be fine.

I have ordered a pair of Sun CR18 rims to replace the steel rims, and as soon as I get the wheels disassembled, I will measure the hubs so I can order spokes.

In the interim I will use the original wheels from my Voyageur.

I used some metal polish and have finished the stem, brake levers and rear brake... still the front brake to go.

I also discovered that one of the braze ons is broken. the bottom cable stop for the front derailleur. The owner replaced the front derailleur cable to get around it, and held it in place with a couple of twist ties. I will probably use a clamp on stop and RD guide instead of aving the braze on replaced.

I think I may have mentioned earlier that I am planning this as a rider, and not a restored bike, but I do want it to be stock in appearance except for where upgrades make it more ridable. It does appear that both derailleurs and wheels are original, and the date codes on the brake levers are December 1978, which is in keeping with a 1979 model.

I will be going with a color scheme that would have been like the original, with black tape and saddle (saddle will probably be upgraded to a Brooks). and black cables.

I am still excited!

Oh, and happy Easter!