Vintage Peugeot Parts Advice
05-27-15 | 01:11 PM
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Vintage Peugeot Parts Advice
Hello all,
I recently bought a 70s? Peugeot frame (see below).
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vi...geot-px10.html
I am on the hunt for parts for the bike - I am installing modern components (to save on cost/ ease of sourcing), sorry to everyone on this forum! I have found a french threaded bottom bracket, and I believe I also need a french threaded headset. I am from the UK - what is the best way to get one?
I also was wondering about the brakes - will modern brakes work, or do I need to find long drop brakes/ add a spacer like sheldon brown mentions on his website. (I know about the problems with the different bolts).
Many thanks as ever
I recently bought a 70s? Peugeot frame (see below).
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vi...geot-px10.html
I am on the hunt for parts for the bike - I am installing modern components (to save on cost/ ease of sourcing), sorry to everyone on this forum! I have found a french threaded bottom bracket, and I believe I also need a french threaded headset. I am from the UK - what is the best way to get one?
I also was wondering about the brakes - will modern brakes work, or do I need to find long drop brakes/ add a spacer like sheldon brown mentions on his website. (I know about the problems with the different bolts).
Many thanks as ever
05-27-15 | 01:30 PM
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I don't think you need long reach brakes. I've used 1st generation Dura Ace and Campy Super Record on mine with both 700C and 27" wheels. My PX10 is a bit older, so it's best to measure before you buy.
05-27-15 | 01:43 PM
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I have late 70s-early 80s PKN-10, very similiar to yours. If you don't care about keeping it period correct, Tektro R539 should work for brakes. I still have the Weinmann 605 calipers that came with my bike in my parts box, but I wanted the better stopping power of the modern dual-pivots. Whichever way you go, just make sure that it uses a nutted bolt, and not a recessed mount.
Veloorange has some french headsets for a decent price. VO French Thread Headset I'm not sure how much shipping to the UK would run. Since you are in the UK, I would check out Hilary Stone for other pieces. You may be able to get a lot of the components from him for not much shipping cost.
Veloorange has some french headsets for a decent price. VO French Thread Headset I'm not sure how much shipping to the UK would run. Since you are in the UK, I would check out Hilary Stone for other pieces. You may be able to get a lot of the components from him for not much shipping cost.
05-27-15 | 02:38 PM
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I believe the pickings for French-threaded parts are better on your side of the pond than on ours. I even bought some off ebay in France once or twice.
Your frame should take normal reach brakes. Put 700c wheels in and measure the distance from the brake bolt hole to the middle of the rim.
Have your local bike shop install the headset and bottom bracket. Do the rest of the work yourself.
Your frame should take normal reach brakes. Put 700c wheels in and measure the distance from the brake bolt hole to the middle of the rim.
Have your local bike shop install the headset and bottom bracket. Do the rest of the work yourself.
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05-27-15 | 10:01 PM
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I have late 70s-early 80s PKN-10, very similar to yours. If you don't care about keeping it period correct, Tektro R539 should work for brakes. I still have the Weinmann 605 calipers that came with my bike in my parts box, but I wanted the better stopping power of the modern dual-pivots. Whichever way you go, just make sure that it uses a nutted bolt, and not a recessed mount. ...
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Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
"Far and away the best prize that life offers is the chance to work hard at work worth doing." --Theodore Roosevelt
Capo: 1959 Modell Campagnolo, S/N 40324; 1960 Sieger (2), S/N 42624, 42597
Carlton: 1962 Franco Suisse, S/N K7911
Peugeot: 1970 UO-8, S/N 0010468
Bianchi: 1982 Campione d'Italia, S/N 1.M9914
Schwinn: 1988 Project KOM-10, S/N F804069
05-27-15 | 11:57 PM
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[h=1]VO French Thread Headset[/h]
[h=1]Grand Cru Bottom Bracket, French Thread[/h]
[h=1]Grand Cru 110 Fluted Double Crankset, 34x48t (now on sale 50 bucks off)[/h]
[h=1]Grand Cru Bottom Bracket, French Thread[/h]
[h=1]Grand Cru 110 Fluted Double Crankset, 34x48t (now on sale 50 bucks off)[/h]
05-28-15 | 04:03 AM
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Thank you all for your advice. Does this headset fit the bill?
Stronglight A9 1" Threaded Steel Road Bike Headset Black & Silver With Bearings | eBay
Good to hear about the brakes. Will take it along to my local bike shop and double check the measurements.
Is the bolt that clamps the seatpost a standard bit of kit, or do I have to be more careful about which one I buy?
oddjob2, thank you very much. I am doing my best to keep costs down, so shipping from Canada is probably not an option right now, as it would push up prices... If I get stuck for parts over here I will PM you if that is alright? Cheers!
Many thanks as ever!
Stronglight A9 1" Threaded Steel Road Bike Headset Black & Silver With Bearings | eBay
Good to hear about the brakes. Will take it along to my local bike shop and double check the measurements.
Is the bolt that clamps the seatpost a standard bit of kit, or do I have to be more careful about which one I buy?
oddjob2, thank you very much. I am doing my best to keep costs down, so shipping from Canada is probably not an option right now, as it would push up prices... If I get stuck for parts over here I will PM you if that is alright? Cheers!
Many thanks as ever!
05-28-15 | 05:28 AM
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Thank you all for your advice. Does this headset fit the bill?
Stronglight A9 1" Threaded Steel Road Bike Headset Black & Silver With Bearings | eBay!
Stronglight A9 1" Threaded Steel Road Bike Headset Black & Silver With Bearings | eBay!
05-28-15 | 07:06 AM
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