Scored some nice bikes from the trash!
04-03-09, 11:36 AM
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Scored some nice bikes from the trash!
These bikes were in the trash pile. I've got to figure out how to restore these bad boys. I know I've got a set of modern 700c wheels for the italian CDI bike, I just don't have the cash right now to sandblast and powder coat the frames like they should be. And I'm going to try to keep them as is as much as I can, especially the CDI. Thoughts?
04-03-09, 11:50 AM
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The orange one looks interesting. Check out what TA cranks are going for on ebay these days...
04-03-09, 12:51 PM
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Not trying to sound negative here, just constructive. This picture makes the frame look like it may be bent:
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Is that a Campagnolo Valentino Extra rear derailleur?
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O.P. Looks like you may have rescued two that were headed for the other kingdom. Wish you the best in getting them up and going, and making them feel appreciated.
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CDI, bent or no, is awesome, if only for wall art
Raleigh's just plain sweet too, nice scouting buddy!
Raleigh's just plain sweet too, nice scouting buddy!
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You're right
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Nice find. Looks like someone just thought they were not worth anything. What's the label on the Capri say about the frame tubing? Is that 502 chromoly?
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