I was lucky enough to find one on Ebay several years ago, mounted to a very nice set of Record low flange/ Nisi black anodized wheels, for BIN of $200. The whole set was perfect spec. for my 84 Torpado Superlight. I didn't have the proper remover, and decided to ride it to see how it felt. After about 4-5 rides, I realized I was probably going to ruin it, and fast, so I relegated the wheels to show status only. The freewheel was close to new when I began, and after the few rides (say, 100-150 miles total) I could see some wear, but it wasn't crazy yet or anything ... I could just see that it had been used. As for function, It worked wonderfully, but like you mentioned, I expect it would only be a short time before it would start to skip when being used with any steel or even TI chain. Perhaps you could get a hold of one of those aluminum chains discussed today or yesterday in the "lightest Italian mid 70s freewheel and chain" thread! Ha ... good luck finding ... and affording one! But perhaps that would help to even out the skip problem, and slow down the wear. Or, maybe they both would just wear out fast?
Ciao, Mark ~ ~ ~
Date: Mon, 1 Dec 2008 14:03:05 -0800 (PST) From: Kevin Kruger <ktk1_7_0_2_8@yahoo.com> To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org Subject: [CR]Campagnolo Alloy Freewheel,,,has anyone ridden one???
I recently purchased a 1976 Pogliaghi that was delivered with an incorrect period Campagnolo six-speed 13-23 alloy freewheel. Just removed it with the aid of a borrowed Campy freewheel tool, and I am astonished how light t his thing is!!!
Has any list member actually ridden on one of these freewheels, and if so, I'd be curious as to what their comments are about it (e.g., longevity of c ogs, durability of body, best chain to use, etc.). Suspect they were use d on Pro bikes only for low mileage or single stage use???
While I don't subscribe to bikes, frames, or components being used as wallh anger display pieces, this freewheel may qualify!!!
I rode an alloy SunTour Winner that was installed on my 1974 Teledyne Titan , but that was an anchor compared to the weight of the Campy --- now I know that the Winner was heavier due to the steel body. Recall that chain sk ipping occurred fairly soon, on the alloy Winner, and expect the same thing would occur with the Campy.
Appreciate any relevant discussion on these freewheels since they just sque ak in to Dale's 1982 cutoff timeline.
Regards, Kevin Kruger - Grantville, PA=0A=0A=0A
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