Originally Posted by
custermustache
Is this a really bad idea - I see that two of you seem to be very against it. I have decided to take it to a shop where they have liability insurance, a frame jig, etc. Is this way bad? This is a nice lugged Reynolds 531 frame that I love, and do not want to ruin.
No - do it. I have 4 vintage Italian steel frames, all with modern Campy 10 speed drive trains. Once you ride such a bike, you'll never look back. And trust me on this - there are far more folks that desire a vintage frame with a 130mm spread than there are folks that want a vintage frame at 120mm. Re-sale will not be an issue. Unless it it something rare and/or uncommonly unusual or collectible, have it done. You will not regret it.
Originally Posted by
MotoMan
What is wrong with 120? Learn to love 5 speed gogs/FW. If you want more, buy anewbike... If you want more gear options, go with a triple up front.
A 120mm bike with only 5 rear gears is not comparable to a modern drive train - it is night and day. And, you cannot buy a new bike that even remotely approximates the ride and feel of a top-tier vintage steel frame with modern components - unless you go with a custom build. $$$$$$$$$$$$
Do It Do It Do It