Completed my first build
11-24-21 | 12:30 PM
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I go with whatever seems to give smoothest bends and don’t worry about tradition. Some stems are longer, some cable guides are not centered, not all calipers are the same, etc. I don’t necessarily even mount them on the “ proper” sides of the stem. I sometimes have one in front and one in back which might have been my choice on yours. When done, it needs to please me mechanically. I’ve also bought some little connectors that join the cables together that are sometimes nice for a cleaner look. Nice job, and you seem to have fallen prey to that mechanical aspect of this hobby too.
11-24-21 | 12:32 PM
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11-24-21 | 12:36 PM
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Yes, except for consumables everything on the bike is original--there was some slight pitting on the spindle and I considered replacing it but it was a weird size and I couldn't find a replacement after several weeks of looking. The pitting was very mild so I went forward with it and everything is very smooth so far.
11-24-21 | 12:40 PM
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Me too--this was my first project and I really wanted to do a Reynolds 531 frame. The bike is a little big for me so I may not ultimately keep it as I make room for more projects but I was really happy with the ride--this is my first steel bike and I was just thrilled with how soft the ride is and the bike is really fast. Definitely got me hooked!
11-24-21 | 12:57 PM
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11-24-21 | 01:26 PM
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Absolutely 1982 if an SLE. I have her cousin for sure then...Audra AD. She is number 2 in the queue. She will likely get updated/better stuff. It had a Campy 990 RD, Huret shifters and FD, then the usual original stuff. I dislike the Weinmann brakes, so those will be changed out, and I think I will be opting for SunTour Cyclone to go with the Nervar crank, SR stem, Friko bars and the original wheels/freewheel. Stay tuned!
Nicely done on the CEnturion as well. Plus you have space to work....!
Nicely done on the CEnturion as well. Plus you have space to work....!
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11-24-21 | 06:18 PM
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Me too--this was my first project and I really wanted to do a Reynolds 531 frame. The bike is a little big for me so I may not ultimately keep it as I make room for more projects but I was really happy with the ride--this is my first steel bike and I was just thrilled with how soft the ride is and the bike is really fast. Definitely got me hooked!
The components, on the other hand may be a bit hard to replicate as they are getting harder to source. You could strip them off your frame and put them on your new frame? They do suit a French (German) built frame a little better though.
This bike is really nice and I know it would be hard to part with it.
