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Post by superd on Nov 24, 2014 16:43:12 GMT
Currently on ebay.I'm looking at it as a possible project. It would be my first attempt at a rebuild/fix-up. What advice could you give me please? |
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Post by Stella on Nov 24, 2014 17:01:40 GMT
Hi and welcome to the forum.
I think it would be a nice project. Can't really determine what exactly it is, but looks like either a Sprint or Sport of the 'cheaper end'. Big frame, though, possibly a 24". You'd need a new rear wheel, but it's not a big deal since the hubs are not the alloy large flange ones. You can get a rear wheel relatively cheaply. Question is: what happened to the bike that the wheel's this bend, so I'd get in touch with the seller to ask this question. If it was an impact, then the frame may be bend, too, and it'll mean you either need to get it bend back or put it on a scrap heap. It seems most of the bike is original. Love the handlebars, levers, stem and seat post which appear to be alloy.
I'd say even if you get this for 20 or 30 quid you can't go wrong. If the frame's bend you could strip it and look for another Viscount to put them on. Go for it. Viscounts are always worth it, if you ask me.
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Post by superd on Nov 24, 2014 17:34:25 GMT
Thanks, I'll see what bids it attracts.
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Post by Jem on Nov 24, 2014 17:59:03 GMT
I'd probably hang on for an Aerospace frame model. I have seen some go in the last 6 months for less than £50 that needed almost nothing spending on them. From that point of view, if you can be patient, you will be rewarded.
This would need too much spending on it even at that price in my opinion. For example, the decals could set you back £15 and that is before you source some nice alloy rimmed wheels, etc
Also, if you haven't tried a Lambert/Viscount, you will truly be blown away with an Aerospace frame and it will be the best intro to the marque in my humble opinion.
That model is probably something like a Colorado or something from that early 80's era. In itself, nothing wrong with that, but needs too much spending on it.
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Post by velocipete on Nov 24, 2014 19:13:50 GMT
Hi superd,and welcome to our forum.The only thing I,personally,say about this bike is,forget it.
The only parts really worth saving for potential later use are the handlebars,stem and brakes.
The frame(may or may not be damaged) is probably made in Taiwan,the wheels are steel rimmed,and
all the rest of the fittings are very low end.
Don't waste your money,as sooper8 says,there'll be a far better one along,and you really wouldn't
want that old clunker after you've ridden an Aerospace framed bike!
Not trying to dampen your enthusiasm,but,that bike would!
Cheers,
Pete.
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Post by triitout on Nov 24, 2014 20:38:31 GMT
I would agree with the boys...wait for an aerospace frame. That's what made the brand special.
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