Had a few drinks, went on Ebay (again)
09-01-18, 12:14 AM
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Pretty sure that I have a 25mm seat post. Will check id OP is interested.
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11-04-18, 07:48 AM
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Just a quick update on this, as I've finally finished the BSA and made room to start on the ANC Peugeot.
Strip down of components was easy; nothing seized or rusted in place, although the seatpost clamp bolt was bent.
So I started stripping the paint. Three applications of paint stripper over the last week has just softened the decals, and not touched the paint. Hot air gun has done exactly nowt apart from lifting what was left of the decals. Sandpaper isn't achieving anything. This morning I resorted to a wire brush attachment on the electric drill. Finally shifting the paint with that - after a morning's work I'm seeing bare metal.
What did Peugeot coat this in? I've done a fair bit of paint stripping and restoration in my time, on cars and bikes, and have never seen paint as stubborn to removal as this.
Anyhow, just a few "progress thus far" pictures.
Strip down of components was easy; nothing seized or rusted in place, although the seatpost clamp bolt was bent.
So I started stripping the paint. Three applications of paint stripper over the last week has just softened the decals, and not touched the paint. Hot air gun has done exactly nowt apart from lifting what was left of the decals. Sandpaper isn't achieving anything. This morning I resorted to a wire brush attachment on the electric drill. Finally shifting the paint with that - after a morning's work I'm seeing bare metal.
What did Peugeot coat this in? I've done a fair bit of paint stripping and restoration in my time, on cars and bikes, and have never seen paint as stubborn to removal as this.
Anyhow, just a few "progress thus far" pictures.
11-04-18, 09:11 AM
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11-04-18, 10:19 AM
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could have been far worse- i once ended up with a fiat.
11-04-18, 10:36 AM
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Just a quick update on this, as I've finally finished the BSA and made room to start on the ANC Peugeot.
Strip down of components was easy; nothing seized or rusted in place, although the seatpost clamp bolt was bent.
So I started stripping the paint. Three applications of paint stripper over the last week has just softened the decals, and not touched the paint. Hot air gun has done exactly nowt apart from lifting what was left of the decals. Sandpaper isn't achieving anything. This morning I resorted to a wire brush attachment on the electric drill. Finally shifting the paint with that - after a morning's work I'm seeing bare metal.
What did Peugeot coat this in? I've done a fair bit of paint stripping and restoration in my time, on cars and bikes, and have never seen paint as stubborn to removal as this.
Anyhow, just a few "progress thus far" pictures.
Strip down of components was easy; nothing seized or rusted in place, although the seatpost clamp bolt was bent.
So I started stripping the paint. Three applications of paint stripper over the last week has just softened the decals, and not touched the paint. Hot air gun has done exactly nowt apart from lifting what was left of the decals. Sandpaper isn't achieving anything. This morning I resorted to a wire brush attachment on the electric drill. Finally shifting the paint with that - after a morning's work I'm seeing bare metal.
What did Peugeot coat this in? I've done a fair bit of paint stripping and restoration in my time, on cars and bikes, and have never seen paint as stubborn to removal as this.
Anyhow, just a few "progress thus far" pictures.
11-04-18, 02:14 PM
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Looks a lot like the '85 PH10LS I picked up and currently working on. Stuck stem and seatpost were a job to remove! Yeap, 24mm seatpost, the original is a straight alloy tube with separate seat clamp. Not pretty but econo functional. Currently lapping in bottom bracket and headset races. Supposed to be a nice ride, we'll see!
11-04-18, 04:25 PM
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If the seat post does end up being 25.0 Velo Orange sells a Dajia in that size.
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Looks a lot like the '85 PH10LS I picked up and currently working on. Stuck stem and seatpost were a job to remove! Yeap, 24mm seatpost, the original is a straight alloy tube with separate seat clamp. Not pretty but econo functional. Currently lapping in bottom bracket and headset races. Supposed to be a nice ride, we'll see!
11-05-18, 01:59 AM
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Both my Centurion Ironman bikes were purchased on E-bay with the help of a clubtail or two. The first I just made a low ball offer which ended up with me buying a very nice expert for $160. I think I did good. The second was a buy it now of a Master that was a little rough and less wheels. I think its going to be a nice bike when I am finished but I will have more in it than I should.
Here is the $160 one after new bar tape & saddle
Here is the $160 one after new bar tape & saddle
11-05-18, 07:59 AM
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Would that constitute a "Fiat Worse than Death"?
11-05-18, 08:46 AM
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Last time I did that I ended up with 3 Specialites TA Cyclotouriste cranks delivered at my doorstep. 
11-05-18, 12:14 PM
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Looks a lot like the '85 PH10LS I picked up and currently working on. Stuck stem and seatpost were a job to remove! Yeap, 24mm seatpost, the original is a straight alloy tube with separate seat clamp. Not pretty but econo functional. Currently lapping in bottom bracket and headset races. Supposed to be a nice ride, we'll see!
Incidentally, now I've got the rust off the bottom bracket the serial number's legible. It starts with Y711, which I think is November 87? If so it seems a bit odd, as the ANC Halfords team folded after the 1987 TdF - presumably this was part of a batch Halfords had already paid for?
11-05-18, 03:39 PM
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Interesting, you found a fluted seat post in that diameter; can you tell me make/model of same? If the Pug turns out to be a nice ride I would be interested in a seat post upgrade. Figured my only option was to find something close to 24mm and machine it down...
Is it likely a race team would ride a solidly mid range bike as these with stamped dropouts, seamed tubing forks, etc?
Best of luck with yours! You're doing a very thorough job on that frame.
Is it likely a race team would ride a solidly mid range bike as these with stamped dropouts, seamed tubing forks, etc?
Best of luck with yours! You're doing a very thorough job on that frame.
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Phle1062 i picked up for free, sr Laprade post? Cant remember the stamping but i know its 24mm. Seems to be all original including highly thought of helicomatic hub.lol.. Huret sachs rival derailleur shifts crisp and smooth. Frame is too big for me so ill be watching for something my size to swap everything over to. 
11-06-18, 02:45 PM
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Phle1062 i picked up for free, sr Laprade post? Cant remember the stamping but i know its 24mm. Seems to be all original including highly thought of helicomatic hub.lol.. Huret sachs rival derailleur shifts crisp and smooth. Frame is too big for me so ill be watching for something my size to swap everything over to.
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Sorry for the lack of feedback, being flat out at work, and British weather has kept me out of the shed. Back at it again this weekend though, now on my third wire brush attachment!
Thank you for the support! Unfortunately, the seatpost I bought hasn't got a make or model on it - perhaps someone here more knowledgeable than me (that's pretty much all of you 
) can suggest a make? Pic below, it's a bit tatty but should polish up: -
EDIT - just been trawling through Ebay (no booze involved this time) and there's one listed Stateside that looks remarkably like mine - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-F...1fZL:rk:8:pf:0
The bike I've got is the team replica which was sold through Halfords stores in the mid 1980s to cash in on their sponsorship of the ANC Halfords team. Sadly not in the same league as the team bikes which were 753 / Campagnolo thoroughbreds.
Yep, the ANC Peugeot is HLE and has a 24mm seatpost.
Back to the shed now.....paint to strip. There's a metal finishing shop just up the road from where I work who do shot blasting - why didn't I drop the frame in there?
Interesting, you found a fluted seat post in that diameter; can you tell me make/model of same? If the Pug turns out to be a nice ride I would be interested in a seat post upgrade. Figured my only option was to find something close to 24mm and machine it down...
Best of luck with yours! You're doing a very thorough job on that frame.
Best of luck with yours! You're doing a very thorough job on that frame.
) can suggest a make? Pic below, it's a bit tatty but should polish up: -EDIT - just been trawling through Ebay (no booze involved this time) and there's one listed Stateside that looks remarkably like mine - https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Vintage-F...1fZL:rk:8:pf:0
Back to the shed now.....paint to strip. There's a metal finishing shop just up the road from where I work who do shot blasting - why didn't I drop the frame in there?
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Perhaps we should add a sub-forum or thread for these alcohol related events and the folks involved?
Maybe name it CIA
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Yes I too have surfed the net while drunk and bought many strange and wonderful things.
Maybe name it CIA
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Yes I too have surfed the net while drunk and bought many strange and wonderful things.
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I've never purchased anything under the influence, but I made a new friend once. He biked to the bar near my house, and he couldn't even walk the bike home safely, so I helped him stay standing and walk home, and also had his bike on my other side. If you drink and ride, do like me, take a trike.