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Hi Ed

Any advice is really appreciated.

I've got really long arms so I assumed I need to set it as far back as it would go, I must say it does get uncomfortable (aching balls) around the 25+ mile mark.

I'll readjust it as per your advice and take it for a spin tomorrow.

I'm riding free wheel at the moment while I build up my legs and confidence, the pedals are tiny though, had bit of scare last night when I slipped.

The pedals are definitely next on my list, any suggestions?

Also I'm scratching my head as to what to do with the old components?

Sorry for the double post, couldn't figure out how to edit my previous post.

Her she is all finished (for now)

Changes

Rear Wheel = Miche Primato Flip Flop - I'm running on the smaller crank for now and the chain line is spot on.

Front Wheel = Shimano RS10

Seat = Selle San Marco Ponza

It is bit of a frankenstein job, using parts I had laying around and could pinch from friends.

I have been really lucky she rides beautifully and I have only spent £130, really happy with the result.

Hi All

Complete novice here, really great thread, been reading it on and off for a week and it has taught me a great deal.

Picked up a cheap Peugot, looks like a Tourmalet 1986, but the code is wrong, PE10N 60

I've stripped the parts and given it a good clean.

Here are all the parts I've taken off, I'll most likely reuse the brake levers.

Brake Levers = Weinmann
Front Derailleur = Shimano FD-TY20
Rear Derailleur = SACHS HURET - 3187
Brakes = Weinmann Type 500

My mate has a new flip flop rear wheel from a Foffa Prima 2013 sitting around, he's going to bring it round tomorrow, hopefully it will fit and the chainline wont be too wonky.

I think my BB is a french type so I am going to have make do with a 52/16 ratio, first time riding single speed, will my knees die?

Also are the brakes safe to reuse?

Thanks, been really enjoying looking at all the bikes, some great inspiration.