Chrome Super LeTour 12.2 Restoration
07-23-22, 03:22 PM
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Chrome Super LeTour 12.2 Restoration
I've been working on this for a while but it's done now. I went with the 600 Arabesque group because I had it, and it's just so good looking. SR Royal stem with SR Road Champion bars, Brooks B17 with a blue accented Rino seat post, Araya alloy wheels with new spokes. I'm not sure of the hubs, I just don't remember now. Enjoy the pics.
07-23-22, 04:46 PM
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wow, that is in great shape!
So much shiny chrome too!
The SR stem with the grooves on the sides was one of my favorites from the old days. I'm not sure why, since it would be just as strong with a slightly thinner oval cross section, but it does look good!
Steve in Peoria
So much shiny chrome too!
The SR stem with the grooves on the sides was one of my favorites from the old days. I'm not sure why, since it would be just as strong with a slightly thinner oval cross section, but it does look good!
Steve in Peoria
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07-23-22, 09:36 PM
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Wow!!! Great looking bike! Great pic quality too. Overall, very impressive.
07-24-22, 04:01 AM
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Lovely bike, and a really well executed build. Anyone know the significance of the "12.2?"
07-24-22, 07:28 AM
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Nice job . The chrome is in fantastic shape .
07-24-22, 07:36 AM
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