Have you tried cleaning up the original cranks? They're beautiful! I'm sure they're not particularly lightweight but it's got to be worth a shot, right? Try the ol' vinegar and aluminium foil trick. Same goes for the stem and headset.
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Have you tried cleaning up the original cranks? They're beautiful! I'm sure they're not particularly lightweight but it's got to be worth a shot, right? Try the ol' vinegar and aluminium foil trick. Same goes for the stem and headset.