Originally Posted by
randyjawa
Polished to a high mirror shine, years ago. Wipe em off, now and again, but not to much more attention to keep the appearance good enough for me...
Ha, old Torpado! That's what I have but an 80's version. I have a build thread here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-v...-shifting.html
Sorry if I sounded unappreciative earlier; I've enjoyed all the info on metals and anodization in this thread so thanks to all for that. I do like the bare aluminum but I'm also about to replace my front caliper for a Ciamillo Zero Gravity that's arriving shortly. I needed more front power in the braking dept so thought I'd try a more modern design. We'll see!
I was just curious as my crank is also in need of some love. But I'm also looking to replace that with 10 speed 53/39 chainrings and shorter 170mm arms and carbon cranks and maybe ultra torque BB....It's a slippery slope!
And then I'll have all these components looking for a retro frame.....