1978 Peugeot PRN10 – part 2
Got a good bit of work done on Nick’s bike today, here’s a few shots of the parts as they progress from grimy to shiny… Go to part 3
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Got a good bit of work done on Nick’s bike today, here’s a few shots of the parts as they progress from grimy to shiny… Go to part 3
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Finished at long last after a 5 month long restoration (complete with new powdercoat, decals, re-chroming, wheelbuilding) and out on its second test ride as I couldn’t resist one last spin… Rab, I hope it was worth the wait! How it looked before the restoration Frame & Fork: 1981 Raleigh Bomber Mk.I (powdercoated, new decals)
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You may remember this distinctive little beauty? Well, it’s come back for another makeover to custom specification, including vintage SR roadster bars, a 9 speed Sturmey-Archer thumbshifter, glow-in-the-dark Oury grips and elegant Shimano brake levers, along with my custom Campagnolo chainguard, to compliment the excellent frame and my unique handbuilt wheelset…
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For Rab’s long-awaited 1981 Raleigh Bomber Mk.I restoration and featuring rechromed original rims, serviced original Sturmey-Archer hubs and new Sapim stainless steel spokes. Here’s a few snaps…
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Another delicious vintage restoration project began today as new customer Nick dropped off his recent eBay purchase to my workshop, after finding me on Google due to my previous work with other Peugeots of the era. We had a lovely geeky chat (he’s a multiple bike owner & keen rider), agreed our budget and some
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I made this for a customer who requested I undertake a 1 x 9 speed single chainring conversion to their 1990s Campagnolo Chorus equipped commuter, due to a change in the terrain of their daily journey. Here are the results after a session with the grinder, a file and some sandpaper, using their worn large
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Just had a lovely half hour chatting to a new customer, Joe from Wilmslow, about his 1958 Raleigh 4 speed which for the last 25 years has been his “going-to-the-allotment-bike”. He’s brought it to me to replace the indicator chain and adjust the hub gear shifting, improve the rod brakes, inspect & tighten the wheel
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Another forthcoming Dead Rats Cycles project is this beautiful and fully renovated vintage Townsend ladies steel frame in 49cm size, ready for a custom build. Sandblasted & powdercoated pistachio green with all threads re-tapped plus new decal. Fitted with chromed forks & seatclamp and a lovely Raleigh Superbe headset. Interested? £POA. Update! 25th November 2015
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