Originally Posted by
CalifKid
...Since it is original, isn't it important to try to keep it original? How would I get the tape and brake rubber thingies that were the same style as the original?
Personally I don't think so, since it's not a 25 year old Colnago or Bianchi (and even some old low end Bianchi's would be better off with upgraded components!) Save for the odd 'SR enthusiasts', like myself, who are interested because they rode one back in the day, no one is going to bust your balls because you've installed modern, aero brake levers. I'm doing just that myself, because it's cheaper to find a set of newer, better levers than to track down the old gummy brake covers in good to NOS (new old stock) condition.
Originally Posted by
CalifKid
...I live in Southern California, so that add is probably a good comparable. If I find a seller, how do I go about mailing it? Do I go to a bike store and get a box from then, then send it UPS or something?
Again; If we were talking about a bicycle, new or old, which you would be selling for $500 to $1000 or perhaps more, shipping and insurance charges might be in your and the buyers interest to consider. And I know people regularly ship stuff they sell for $10 or $20 on Ebay. But that is usually for small items, adds $10 to the total, and is more profit for the seller, since it usually costs $2 or $3 to send the item. In your case; it will cost you $40 - $50 to mail the bike, plus insurance, and $20 or $30 maybe more for a shop to box it up if you don't. Could be a deal breaker for someone too far away to come pick it up. If I were selling it on Craig's List or Ebay, I would list it as local pick-up only.
DanO
Frankly, I wish I'd seen your bike last year. I might not be looking at a stripped frame wondering how the rattle can paint job is going to go. But one Semi Pro is enough in the stable - even for the odd SR fan. Good Luck.