i just acquired randy's torpado professional that had a crash under it's belt, and randy did a great job rolling out the top tube, but there is a bump on the downtube i'd like to take a shot at before i repaint it. i tried to find a set for purchase but can't seem to find any. anyone have a set i can use? don

Paragon Machine Works sell aluminum blocks in a variety of sizes. Look under their "tools" category. I do a 2 step process using hard maple wood blocks 1st. If the dent isn't significant I doubt the wood block step is necessary.

thank you. ordered me some blocks!

Randy borrowed mine to do that (think it was that one), so I'll take this opportunity to remind you all I have 26.0 and 28.0 sized blocks as well, in case you have a french dent.

thank you! i just ordered the 28.58 size, so i think i will have it covered. there is a small distortion in the downtube that i only noticed after i stripped the frame and rubbed my finger on the tube. this is such a nice frame that i really want to try and make it nice.

FYI, just in case you aren't aware - these blocks are generally meant for holding a frame flat on a table. While they're popular for rolling dents, this isn't their original function.

As such, never rely on the built-in screws to provide any clamping force; only use them to align the blocks. They will strip the threads out of the other half of the block if you apply any torque past "comfortably tight."

-Kurt