A Friendly Gesture - Gifted an Early '80s Pro-Miyata
02-19-21, 09:18 PM
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Originally Posted by Kilroy1988
They certainly look wider than classic "pencil stays" to my eye. When I get the bike to my apartment for the restoration I'll measure them compared to a couple other frames I have handy.
-Gregory
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02-19-21, 09:30 PM
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Originally Posted by jet sanchEz
Lovely
Small looking 60, almost looks like a 58
Small looking 60, almost looks like a 58
-Gregory
02-19-21, 10:13 PM
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That is an amazing gift. I was only just reading about your bike in the Japanese Steel book. A great read with lots of very nice bike pics and info.
https://pezcyclingnews.com/features/...apanese-steel/
https://pezcyclingnews.com/features/...apanese-steel/
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Originally Posted by AUPedla
What's the serial number underneath the BB? J = built in 81 = 82 model, K = built in 82 = 83 model.
I finally started tinkering with the Pro-Miyata, it's got some surface rust and outright corrosion around the bottom bracket and some of the other joints but I plan to carefully wire brush and sand it all down to make sure everything is kosher before re-priming and painting those parts. I will probably replace the decals as well since they aren't under a clear coat. I want to avoid repainting the entire frame but it if comes to that then I will mask off the chromed dropouts and probably have it powder coated as closely to the original blue as possible. I doubt I'll invest in the original-spec wheelset unless if someone is interested in selling me some first-generation Superbe low-profile hubs with Araya rims. Otherwise, I am in the process of purchasing the original spec Nitto Mod. 55 handlebars (these Cinelli replacements are too wide for me) and Tange Ritzy headset.
Will post more updates as things progress. I got it from point A, which shows how it fits for me, to point B on the parts shelf... Cheers!
-Gregory
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