gitaneDirty 008, originally uploaded by JohnEdgarPark.
I stripped most of the parts down to this beautiful thing last night. Seems like the header bearings could use some grease, the stuff in there right now is more glue-like than anything else.
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gitaneDirty 003, originally uploaded by JohnEdgarPark.
I just picked up this old bike for $40. It’s an entry level French road bike from the 70s. I’m planning to turn it into a minimalist single speed (and part time fixie, by using a “flip-flop” hub).
Here’s a link about it’s history on the Gitane site.
I just fixed my lovely wife’s bike. The Lycra that covered her seat had turned to dust, as had the tire sidewalls. The rear tube need replacing, the chain needed lubing, and most other things needed general tuning.
