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Old 06-18-19, 02:24 PM
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Originally Posted by ThermionicScott
This is the kind of project I love, though: goofy specs on the frame and limited parts availability mean you need to use your noodle to solve problems. It’ll be more satisfying in the end than just buying a complete bike at the store.

So you *think* the frame is straight, but it wouldn’t hurt to look up the “string test” on Sheldon Brown’s page and confirm it. A frame can be off and still ride okay.
Was just reading up on the string test. Thanks for the suggestion. Simple minds think alike i guess

Gonna try that as well. Logic suggests there's a skunk in the woodpile. I just need to figure out where it is.
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