Looking for mechanic/restorer to assemble Raphael Geminiani
09-25-23, 06:52 PM
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Looking for mechanic/restorer to assemble Raphael Geminiani
I'm restoring my Dad's 1950's Raphael Geminiani. Frame has been powder coated. All parts and pieces cleaned, painted, ready for assembly. In Southern California. Looking for help with final re-assembly. Thx.
04-28-24, 10:19 PM
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Geminiani Decals
and probably same age as the bike but I have some.
04-29-24, 08:31 AM
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Here's my old Raphael Geminiani. I had another one (1962) that I restored (paint etc) as well but sold.
Powder coating a frame isn't restoring so you know. I would have sprayed your bike properly to give it the correct restoration. You can still use that powder coating though to sand it down smooth and use it as a primer before painting it.
I still have an original NOS rare head badge in my stash and some original varnish decals plus a great article in an old magazine.
Powder coating a frame isn't restoring so you know. I would have sprayed your bike properly to give it the correct restoration. You can still use that powder coating though to sand it down smooth and use it as a primer before painting it.
I still have an original NOS rare head badge in my stash and some original varnish decals plus a great article in an old magazine.
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04-29-24, 10:34 AM
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I know someone who would do it but they live up here in Northern California so it'd require shipping, so not ideal. I'd imagine you could find somebody local.
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04-29-24, 02:42 PM
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The Bicycle Stand in Long Beach is a great option. Stopped by there in March on a bike trip with friends, they specialized in vintage bikes.
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04-30-24, 08:31 AM
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The Bicycle Stand in Long Beach is a great option. Stopped by there in March on a bike trip with friends, they specialized in vintage bikes.
04-30-24, 08:49 AM
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I think forum member Lorica hails in that area. I have not see her on the forum much the last couple of years.
