Jem
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Post by Jem on Aug 19, 2020 20:44:52 GMT
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Post by wheelson on Aug 19, 2020 20:54:00 GMT
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Jem
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Post by Jem on Aug 21, 2020 5:49:12 GMT
Ah, many thanks John! I just couldn't think of a 'Club' model, but there it is
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Post by franco on Aug 21, 2020 14:52:52 GMT
HLloyd Cycles selection of decals is mind blowing. I’ve got a Raleigh Panasonic Cadet to refurbish at some point but the decal set is £35! More than I paid for the bike  |
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Jem
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Post by Jem on Aug 21, 2020 16:20:27 GMT
HLloyd Cycles selection of decals is mind blowing. I’ve got a Raleigh Panasonic Cadet to refurbish at some point but the decal set is £35! More than I paid for the bike The story of my limited bike refurbishment career goes something along the lines of ..."how much? That's more than I paid for the whole bike!" ..whether it be about tyres, brake pads or a nice saddle, new stuff is expensive. |
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Post by oldroadietehachapi on Aug 21, 2020 16:34:11 GMT
When I built my white Viscount from an old frame, I tracked the cost. I spent $1287 building a bike that is now worth $300-$400. Refurbishing is much cheaper; but you can still spend more than the bike is worth. I also have a Peugeot PY10, build cost was similar but I could most likely sell it for$1400 or so.
Such things are beyond logic.
Labor - apx 120 hours - $0.00
Frame - Used 57CM - $80.00
Paint and decals - $90.00
Wheels and tires - ISO Matrix/Sansin 32/Michelin Classics - $160.00
Derailleurs R/F - Crane GS/Deore - $60.00
Shifters - Shimano Golden Arrow - $30.00
Bottom bracket - White Industries Titanium - $100.00
Crankarms - TA Cyclotourist - $60.00
Chainrings - Lambert/Stronlight - $82.00
Chainring bolts - TA for triple - $30.00
Brakeset - NOS Viscount/DiaComp - $80.00
Saddle - Brooks Imperial - $90.00
Seatpost - SR Laprade - $20.00
Stem and Handlebars - Kalloy/Nitto Grand Randouner - $50.00
Bar tape - Shimano Silicon - $30.00
Pedals/clips/straps - KKT Pro MkII - $60.00
Cable kit - Jagwire - $20.00
Extra Fork/Headset - CroMo Fork/Velo Orange - $90.00
Fork - Death Fork Mk III - $60.00
Headset - Velo Orange - $30.00
Chain - $15.00
Misc. - $50.00
Sum of Damages - $1,287.00
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rodh
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Post by rodh on Aug 21, 2020 20:55:20 GMT
Interesting cable stop for the AP front brake ... do you have a close-up of that Jim?
Thanks,
Rod
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Post by wheelson on Aug 21, 2020 21:09:31 GMT
HLloyd Cycles selection of decals is mind blowing. I’ve got a Raleigh Panasonic Cadet to refurbish at some point but the decal set is £35! More than I paid for the bike The story of my limited bike refurbishment career goes something along the lines of ..."how much? That's more than I paid for the whole bike!" ..whether it be about tyres, brake pads or a nice saddle, new stuff is expensive. My life as well. I've owned very few new bikes over the years, and my rebuilds/refurbs probably cost many times more than a comparable new bike. That is, if you can find a comparable new bike. Trouble is, the bikes I like are typically vintage/classic and there ARE no comparable new bikes and if the vintage/classic is in perfect shape, it's already out of my price range. It's still a pretty inexpensive hobby, though, compared to many others.
And I really love bringing the (usually) worn, tired, and decrepit victims back from their near death experience!!
Best, John "wheelson"
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