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@Rob_M
Hi guys and gals..
I currently ride a super colourful MBK http://www.flickr.com/photos/untitledlab/2091138925/in/set-72157603390542694/
You might have seen it around the Old St area... Anyway..
I'm currently building up another bike and am looking for some bits of advice on various aspects of my project.
The frame I got from ebay, its had Dave Marsh stickers on the frame. I've removed any bits I didn't need (file).
Am pretty happy with the results. Not perfect, but nicer than before.
See pics here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/untitledlab/sets/72157602779340566/
I've just added the Cinelli stem this evening... Nice.
Ok so, the questions. Most are probably pretty basic. I come from mountain bikes, so this is a new adventure:
I wanted to know about getting it shot blasted to remove the old paint. Can I get this done? If so,
How much do I need to clean the frame? I've removed the stickers as best I can, but its still sticky, is that ok?
What about oil, do I need to get in with a brush and clean out any bits of oil from the BB housing?
Paint. I'm looking at Matt Black (Stealth). Do I need to fashion something to put in the BB hole to stop paint getting into the thread? If so, any suggestions?
Wheels. The frame used to be geared (I removed the hanger)... Does this effect the wheels I get?
I presume I can get standard race wheels? I've been looking at some like the Campagnolo Khamsin or similar, probably from the ebay...
I'm planning to go fixed. I guess the Khamsin's (or similar) will require me to get some spacers and a cog? And then they'll be ready to go?
My BB housing measures 68(.5?)mm..
Wiggle shows me many widths for this size, and also English / Italian sizes. How do I know?!
Do I need to get my wheels in first and then measure what would make the best straight line?
I've taken a snap of the base of this section, it says Cinelli, maybe this will help anyone who knows :)
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Ok thats about it... hopefully this will get me through to near the end.
Thanks again for your time,
Rob.