Raleigh fork compatibility questions
08-28-11, 12:22 PM
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Raleigh fork compatibility questions
I was struck by a car while riding. The fork of my '83 Raleigh International MKII is mangled, but the frame is good. I'm looking for a suitable replacement fork (200mm steer tube length) - prefer to match quality of current fork or, better yet, upgrade. Current fork has 2 pairs of eyelets. I'm willing to get by with 1 pair.
I presume any English-threaded fork will work, but I thought I'd check first with the forum.
The main tubes of the frame are db Reynolds 531, assembled in Japan and I know it's unlikely I'll find an '80s International fork.
Would a similar vintage Super Course have similar fork tubing, or is it a step down from the International?
Are there any compatibility issues with older Raleigh forks?
Thanks for your help!
I presume any English-threaded fork will work, but I thought I'd check first with the forum.
The main tubes of the frame are db Reynolds 531, assembled in Japan and I know it's unlikely I'll find an '80s International fork.
Would a similar vintage Super Course have similar fork tubing, or is it a step down from the International?
Are there any compatibility issues with older Raleigh forks?
Thanks for your help!
08-28-11, 07:36 PM
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08-29-11, 10:09 PM
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I don't own anything made in England, so I haven't been to the ABCE yet.
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Don't bother attempting to replace just the blades in the damaged fork. My guess is that the steering tube to fork crown experienced serious trauma also. Just get another fork.
I have a Super Course fork in The Old Shed at the moment but it is a bit longer in the steering tube than the OP would need. The fork would have to be threaded a bit more to fit.
I have a Super Course fork in The Old Shed at the moment but it is a bit longer in the steering tube than the OP would need. The fork would have to be threaded a bit more to fit.
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08-30-11, 06:39 PM
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I don't own anything made in England, so I haven't been to the ABCE yet.
Besides, there's no cost or registration involved. Just show up at Barley John's.
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Most shops should be able to order you a quality road fork for 700c wheels with a 1" English-threaded steerer. Chances are it will work with your headset, too. Or you can see what you can find on ebay.
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200mm Chrome replacement fork.
https://store.somafab.com/sothfo.html
https://store.somafab.com/soclcurofo.html
https://store.somafab.com/sothfo.html
https://store.somafab.com/soclcurofo.html
08-31-11, 04:17 PM
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200mm Chrome replacement fork.
https://store.somafab.com/sothfo.html
https://store.somafab.com/soclcurofo.html
https://store.somafab.com/sothfo.html
https://store.somafab.com/soclcurofo.html
Unfortunately, I doesn't appear that the forks-with-eyelets are are available threaded.
It doesn't seam right that I should have to choose between a quill stem or fenders.
