1984 Lotus Project (Bike Porn Warning)
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1984 Lotus Project (Bike Porn Warning)
This project is finally coming to an end. I purchased the frame and fork/headset from this forum...
I just have to string it up. Add some black tape and some toe straps and Im ready..
Component list.
Derailleurs
cranks
hubs
brakes
levers
Cassette
Pedals
Are all New Old stock vintage Dura Ace EX/AX Mix
Shifters are Suntour superbe...Looking for Dura Ace Braze on from same era.
Rims Mavic Open Pro
Tires Specialized
Stem Cinelli 1R
Bars Cinelli
Chain NOS Shimano 600 EX Uniglide
Seat post Campagnolo Super record
Headset Campanolo super record
Saddle Cinelli UniCantor
engine...Old and tired.
I just have to string it up. Add some black tape and some toe straps and Im ready..
Component list.
Derailleurs
cranks
hubs
brakes
levers
Cassette
Pedals
Are all New Old stock vintage Dura Ace EX/AX Mix
Shifters are Suntour superbe...Looking for Dura Ace Braze on from same era.
Rims Mavic Open Pro
Tires Specialized
Stem Cinelli 1R
Bars Cinelli
Chain NOS Shimano 600 EX Uniglide
Seat post Campagnolo Super record
Headset Campanolo super record
Saddle Cinelli UniCantor
engine...Old and tired.
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That is very nice indeed - can't complain about those chromed lugs and pantographed fork crown.
And you dressed it out in a very thougtful and appropriate manner - Great job.
And you dressed it out in a very thougtful and appropriate manner - Great job.
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That does look really awesome. The 80s are the C&V sweet spot for me.
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Lotus colors are forever fresh and luscious. Great frame there.
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Love the colour. It must be nice to look down on a ride and see the Lotus branding. It will be great to see the completed bike.
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It's gorgeous. JJhabbs, I don't think you own a bicycle that isn't amazing to look at.
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wow! Very well done.
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Is anyone else noticing what looks to me to be the earliest non "Crane" Dura Ace derailleur? I've honestly never seen this version of Dura Ace group. Is this right before 7400, or..... Nice find for sure!,,,,BD
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I found this entire group on an 87 Ocshner in my barn find of last march. The bicycle was built up in the late 80s and never ridden. The derailleur is the same derailleur that my buddy has on his 82 Team Miyata. Not sure of the vintage.
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Thank MKeller
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Dura Ace EX 7200 series. I ran a set of these derailleurs through the late 70s to mid 80s.
A very crisp shifting RD. Paired with a Suntour New Winner and Sedisport chain. Performed superbly.
That's a great looking Columbus SL-ed Lotus!
A very crisp shifting RD. Paired with a Suntour New Winner and Sedisport chain. Performed superbly.
That's a great looking Columbus SL-ed Lotus!