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@Jkulin
Hi All,
I already have a Giant Omnium set up for the track, TT's and training but have wanted to get a GB frame for years as I am reminiscing my youth when I used to ride & race them especially at Herne Hill.
I finally tripped over the following which is my perfect size and spec: -
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=220699545233
I won't be picking it up until next week, but have a few questions if anyone can answer them:-
Anyone have any ideas of a date of manufacture, the girl who owned it bought it 2nd hand 6 years ago, it doesn't look as chunky as my old GB frames from the mid 70's so I'm guessing mid 80's?
Not sure if the front forks are drilled, but if they need doing, can I fix it to take a later day Campag brake or will I have to go for an early super record?
If it needs respraying can I still get the transfers?
She says it has Mavic Cranks, but I have never heard of them, they look like Campag, but would welcome anyone's thoughts.
Finally I have paid £400, which seems reasonable seeing at it has Campag Hubs (Hoping they are record, but I didn't want to go asking too many questions)
Opinions welcome?