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I'm just starting on the process of converting an old Peugeot to a fixie and I'm hoping that some people can give me some advice! One of my biggest issues is that I'm based in Amsterdam and although it's one of the bike capitals of the world, there seems to be a big lack of knowledge from bike shops about fixed gears!
Because of this, I'm going to be trying to do as much myself as possible and I'll come to some questions I have in a minute... First, I'll explain a little about the bike and what I want to do:
As mentioned, it's an old road bike and based on the 7 digit serial number I think it's from 1979. It also says: H10e 60, which I think makes it a 60cm PH-10.... Anyway, here is a pic:
My initial plan is to replace the wheels, cogs, crank set, peddles and chain - and try to get the wheels/rear hub/cog and other complicated parts pre-built as much as possible from wherever I buy them. Does this make sense and is there somewhere people can recommend for this?
I have emailed rotterdam fixed gear, but their store seems to be more expensive than a lot of the UK ones.
Also, does anyone know any good bike stores/mechanics here in Amsterdam, who could potentially help me with anything I can't handle?
Finally, if anyone can confirm the actual model of my bike, I'd be really grateful! I also need to replace the seat post (it's the only part of the bike with rust) and I know the Peugeot's have strange sizing.
Thanks to everyone for your help!
Chris