I just purchased an Eddy Merckx MX Leader that came with 8 speed Campy Record Parts. I bought this bike primarily for the parts, as the frame is too small. All my other bikes have downtube shifters. My primary bike is an Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra with Syncro II downtube shifters. I would love to use the 8 speed brifters on this bike, but am having second thoughts about cold setting the frame for 130 rear spacing. I know many in the forum have done this, but I am feeling guilty about altering this classic frame. Any thoughts for helping me get over this?

Thanks!