Hi CR folks, Just wanted to introduce myself to the group. ...
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---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Bruce Audino <uomodiolmo@gmail.com> Date: Thu, 7 Aug 2008 12:40:42 -0400 Subject: New Member Intro and some restoration Q's To: classicrendezvous-request@bikelist.org
Hi CR folks,
Just wanted to introduce myself to the group. My name is Bruce and I live in NYC and also in CT. I am pretty new to the vintage bicycle scene and probably one of the younger members of this group, so I will apologize in advance if I ask any stupid questions along the way. I currently have an '83 Olmo Professionista and just picked up a '78 blue De Rosa Professional that my lovely lady bought me as a gift for our engagement. Not a bad trade for a ring I must say. In any event, I had a couple of resto questions I thought I may throw out to the group if that's ok.
1. Is it recommended to use any type of wax/protectant/etc on the frame and chrome?
2. How would you go about removing touch up paint without damaging the original paint. (There's a hairline scratch that has more touch up than needed on it and I would like to re-do it).
3. For cleaning grimy old parts (calipers, cranks, rings, etc) I I usually use simple green then wash with clean water, dry, and re lubricate/grease. Is this the best method? Simichrome on chrome, nothing on anondized parts. How about cleaning the freewheel?
4. I have Campy SL road pedals that rotate pretty poorly and probably need to be serviced. Since I have not done this before, any resources that I may look into to learn how to do it properly?
Also, seperately:
The De Rosa has Fiamme tubulars. I was wondering if there is a period correct clincher that would be recommended? I plan on taking this bike on lengthy rides and clinchers are easier for dealing with flats.
Well that's about it. I hope I didn't over do it with questions or violate any CR rules. Let me know if so.
Thanks! Bruce
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