Tange Seiki Levin Headset Rubberized Washers
06-20-21, 12:04 PM
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Thanks for the feedback. I don't think I can buy loose ball bearings around here either and mail order takes awhile, so I'll put it back together with the old bearings and see how it feels. I took 48 bearings out, so hopefully that's enough to put it back together.
Thanks for the info. I was wondering what the CARLTON sticker on the frame meant and the serial number does start with W.
Thanks for the info. I was wondering what the CARLTON sticker on the frame meant and the serial number does start with W.
06-20-21, 04:04 PM
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I got it back together and it feels pretty good. I put 25 bearings top and bottom. Fortunately, I had a few extras from the last bike I did. I cleaned up the brake hanger too. Looks better, but it's pretty far gone.
06-20-21, 06:26 PM
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06-20-21, 07:53 PM
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Looks great! I've just gone after that sort of brake hanger with some abrasive or wire brush to remove the loose stuff, and then painted it silver. Take some Brasso or Bartender's Friend to that head badge.
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06-26-21, 05:29 PM
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Took the bike out for short ride today after cleaning and greasing the bottom bracket. It rides pretty nice, but will need to a longer ride in to be sure.
Still needs some bar tape, but I can't decide whether to go with original white or something that matches the leather saddle. 'll try the Brasso on the head badge too.
Thanks again for all the help.
Here's a pic.
Still needs some bar tape, but I can't decide whether to go with original white or something that matches the leather saddle. 'll try the Brasso on the head badge too.
Thanks again for all the help.
Here's a pic.
06-26-21, 08:50 PM
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Very nice. Go easy with the Brasso; a little goes a long way.
