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I've just bought a wierd set of bars specifically designed by 3TTT for my Mecacycle (you can see the bars at http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=320651827895&ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT and the bike at http://www.retrobike.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=107026) and I'm looking for a set of brake levers to suit. Ok, I could put Dia Compe 188 reverse levers on and they'd probably look ok but I like to have a choice if possible. What would look cool is some conventional aero levers where the cable exits forward rather than backwards, if that makes sense. Anyone know of any model of levers that can do this? I'm asking in this forum as many folk here seem to use bullhorn bars which are similar to the Mecacycle ones.

Cheers
Gordon

Bugger. Thanks for getting back though!

Gordon

I'll take that Xenon crank if it's a 175mm, I really, really desperately need one as mine is cracked, but I'd need it to be posted as I'm in Suffolk. PM me if this is ok?

Cheers
Gordon

I know that these come up now and then, anyone got one for sale? A few provisos;
I'm looking for one of those classic bonded alloy frames, not the modern Vitus.
An Alan might be interesting too, so long as it's the right size.
Must be either 54 or 55cm, nothing bigger, it just won't fit.
Needs to be in good condition at the very least, especially not interested in frames that have started to become loose at the bonds, but normal wear and tear I'm happy with.
The prettier it is, the more I'm interested, I especially like the colour anodised versions.
Don't mind which model, I've got a 787, I'd love the 979 in rose or gold.
I'd prefer to have it with the seat post as they are tricky to get hold of.
No jammed seat posts or stems please and no stuck seat post binder bolts!
If you have a complete bike I may be interested too.

The above may seem a bit picky to some, but all I'm after is a nice frame that fits. PM or email me on gordon at 10db dot co dot uk.

Cheers
Gordon

I've just bought an absolutely mint example of a Vitus 797 from Madgetts Cycles, Diss but mine has a complete Shimano 105 groupset and is plain silver, no colour anodising. I'm just over 12.5 stone and it rides very nicely, much smoother than my Mecacycle. As for price, mine is, no exageration, top dollar minty, even the decals are perfect, and I paid £285. It was apparently owned by a guy who is obsessive about maintenance and it shows.

Gordon

Hi Hilary
Dibs on 23, 30, 43, 44, 57, 58, 59, 51 please - I'm rebuilding two bikes! PM to follow.
Gordon

Looking for a pair of Crank Bros Quattro pedals (the road ones), must be in good condition, don't need the cleats as I've got several pairs. Need to be posted to Ipswich unless you're in the area.

Gordon

I'll take the Prologo please. PM to follow.

Gordon

I'll take the pedals.

Thanks
Gordon

If flowmont doesn't respond and you're happy to post then I'll take them (assuming they do have the cleats included). PM me if this is ok.

Gordon

Dibs on the Merek bars please, PM to follow.

Gordon

Sorry, undibs on 2 and 5, found I probably need tubs due to extremely tight frame clearances.

Gordon

Dibs on 2 and 5

PM sent to Raleigh

Does price include postage and could you clarify the condition of 2 and 5? Does 2 have a cassette on it?

Cheers
Gordon

PM sent re bars, levers and stem

Gordon

Dibs on the two quill to Ahead stems (items 5&6). I can't send a PM as yet (at least I don't think I can) could you PM me to arrange postage and payment?

Many thanks
Gordon

Me again, you'll need to PM me as I haven't got PM priviledges yet!

Gordon

I'll take the bars, levers and stem if you can post to me. PM if this is possible?

Gordon

Get hold of a can of the freezing spray used for electronics diagnostics (Maplins sell it) this will cool down to -50 degrees C. Fit a pair of mole grips to the stem, immerse the head tube and stem in boiling water to heat the whole lot up then spray the freezing stuff into the stem - avoid cooling the frame, differential expansion/contraction is what's wanted. Twist the stem using the grips and it will likely come free. The mole grips will damage the stem though so the alternative, provided it isn't a straight stem, is to tap the angled part with a soft faced hammer to impart twist to it. Once it starts to move WD40 will do the rest.

I've just used this technique to remove a quilled seat post from a frame without damage. It was important to do no damage as quilled seat posts are extremely rare beasts (fits into a Mecacycle frame that was designed with no seat post clamp).

Gordon

Try http://www.hlloydcycles.com/pdflistlatest.pdf this will get you the H Lloyds catalogue, check for both Elswick and Hopper, you'll find them both there. I've just bought some replacement 531 stickers ofr my wife's Nigel Dean and I'm about to get some Super Vitus stickers for my latest frame. Fast service, reasonable prices.

Gordon