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Posted By Fairlane63

Well thought I would update my post. I have...

Well thought I would update my post. I have since got tires on her and cleaned and checked everything.
Made some brake tweaks and took her for a spin. Man does she ride nice. So many memories...
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Posted By Fairlane63

Thats hilarious Fredo. Well I decided to do...

Thats hilarious Fredo.

Well I decided to do it the old fashion way this time. Got the backs of the new tires glued up and the rims cleaned up, now just to to glue them, maybe tonight.
Other than...
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Posted By Fairlane63

According to this site the 72 came with a...

According to this site the 72 came with a six-speed freewheel. The free wheel is the only part that is not original to the bike I think Is an NOS freewheel unobtanioum?...
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Posted By Fairlane63

Thanks everyone! Got the wheels off yesterday and...

Thanks everyone! Got the wheels off yesterday and tires and started doing some cleaning.
On the stand I ran through the gears and it works very smoothly. Still adjusted good.
Rims are true for the...
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Posted By Fairlane63

Well I have not measured the frame yet...

Well I have not measured the frame yet officially. I am 6'2 and standing over the frame the top bar touches the bottom of the crotch like it should so I feel its going to fit well. Sized my other...
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Posted By Fairlane63

Well for the record she is in my car. Paid less...

Well for the record she is in my car. Paid less than asking by a little bit. Really overall she's nice!
Numbers check out on the pedals and the 72 date on the Nuovo Record told me she's all...
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Posted By Fairlane63

If I am not mistaken there should be a date on...

If I am not mistaken there should be a date on top of the rear NR derailleur. In this case a 72 or perhaps a 71? Roadcrankr appreciate the generous offer.
Going to see her later today..
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Posted By Fairlane63

Well I check her out tomorrow on my lunch break. ...

Well I check her out tomorrow on my lunch break. Look forward to it and will keep everyone posted.

Read about the SF Peninsula monthly rides. Need to make it one of these times!
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Posted By Fairlane63

You guys are all enablers. :D Reached out to the...

You guys are all enablers. :D Reached out to the seller and I will keep this updated..

Thanks!
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Posted By Fairlane63

Such great advice guys. I did notice that little...

Such great advice guys. I did notice that little dimple too or smudge on the front tube.
I am 6'2 and the current owner is 6'1 and it fits him fine he says. Will find all this out when I see it....
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Posted By Fairlane63

Asked about the seat post and if it moves freely....

Asked about the seat post and if it moves freely. Seller said it moves so that a plus at least.
Non original red paint is not a deal breaker at the right price. Good eye.
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Posted By Fairlane63

Thanks for the help. Yeah very tempting. ...

Thanks for the help. Yeah very tempting.
Realize others may be interested too.
Meant to say I have no connection what so ever with the bike.
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Posted By Fairlane63

Purchased this 1972 Raleigh Professional

https://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/bik/d/san-carlos-vintage-rare-1972-raleigh/7581850141.html

Thought I would ask for the wisdom of the group here. This is on my local CL and would like opinions...
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