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Old 06-04-13 | 08:56 PM
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question about a wheelset

its a matched set of sunshine pro-om hubs and matching fiamme ergal rims. they are a tubular or sewup set up idk which is correct terminology. if any one has any information about them i would appreciate it
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1-You need to know the size, first, which is very likely 700c, though the rim may say 622 on it.
2-There are tons of tubular tires (or sew-ups, if you wish) out there. Not really for novices, but fun.
3-Welcome to the forum. If you're not sure what tubulars are, you may want to pass on this set.
4-Doesn't mean they aren't nice, but based on your description, may well need a good truing/tensioning.
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Old 06-05-13 | 04:14 AM
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if any one has any information about them i would appreciate it
Good quality hubs. Good quality tubular rims. Both will make for a good quality wheel set. But you need to understand, unless you already do, that tubulars are not for non-enthusiasts! Tubulars are expensive to run, a pain in the butt to repair and time/knowledge consuming to install properly. However...

If it is best quality possible, ride quality that you seek, get a set of tubular wheels, glue on a set of good quality tubular tires and then experience the improvement in ride quality. The difference, on some bikes, is astounding.

But, for a first timer, you might want to understand that the tubular wheel is not for everyone or every riding condition. My opinion, of course.
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Old 06-05-13 | 04:53 AM
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my dad and i did a little research and we actually were able to get the tires on them. so they are ready to ride and on a bike i was just wanting more information about what they and the quality. these were actually given to me by a cousin you found them in the loft of a car dealership
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Old 06-05-13 | 07:09 AM
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Sunshine Pro-Am hubs are quite nice. I have a set that was original on a 36 year old bike that has seen thousands of miles under me without problems after repacking the bearings with fresh grease.
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Old 06-05-13 | 07:51 PM
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does anyone have tips on how to maintain tubelars?
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