Originally Posted by
BMC_Kid
When I had the frame powder coated, I had them ensure that it was size correctly for 7400 Dura Ace and in alignment. It worked fine with my previous Dura Ace 7400 but the Campy Record 11 was a little tight, so I carefully stretched it a bit more.
Before I changed it, it was a Dura Ace quill stem.
And I can always easily revert back when I want to.
Thanks for the information.
Mine looks like yours in the second photo - blue frame, white handlebar tape, and white leather seat.
Its paint is still quite intact. All I have seen are a few surface scratches on the clear coat that have not even made it though the pint layer.
When you got yours powder coated read, did you already have new decals with you? I imagine, they will be impossible to find now.
If I decide to change, I will go to a local bike shop whose owner is very experienced, has all the tools to ensure that the frame is straight, and I have known him for a long time. He does not recommend changing things that are perfectly functional and safe. So it may be a bit of sales job on my part to convince him to stretch the frame.
