Mrs. Peel is all stripped down, except the NDS crank and therefore the BB. Frakkin' threads are stripped out. I have ordered "Chuck Wedges" as the least invasive method of removal.
This bike is a whole different story from the Circuit. The Circuit was absolutely complete, missing only the Black Rubber Nub from the front brake pivot bolt, and one dropout adjustment screw cap. I needed a new stem, bar and seatpost just so it would fit, but all the original parts were still there and completely usable. The Lotus is... not as complete. Not by a long shot. Way cheaper than the Circuit was, but still.
So, I have been a busy boy on Ebay.
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