1954 BSA Tour of Britain Sports

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Thats nice Mike. Is that a Benelux rear mech too? I've got the same combination, but 4 speed.
The BB oiler cap is a "Kingfisher - Leeds" one. I also found an Adams one in my bits box, but it wouldn't fit the hole.
 
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twosheds":20tqe6ss said:
Thats nice Mike. Is that a Benelux rear mech too? I've got the same combination, but 4 speed.
The BB oiler cap is a "Kingfisher - Leeds" one. I also found an Adams one in my bits box, but it wouldn't fit the hole.
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Yes, this machine has Benelux front and back, its pretty much all original. Still works well, although getting used to developing a technique for the front changer took time.
 
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It's been a while since I updated this thread. I've just finished building these wheels. BSA Continental de Lux hubs, Dunlop Special Lightweight rims and new 17/15 gauge stainless spokes. I'll be offering them up to the frame tomorrow.
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I finally got the wheels on for a trial fit today. I'm really pleased with how this bike is shaping up.
Next job - brakes and rear mech.

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Interesting and forward thinking of BSA to have gear lever braze-ons in 1953...

But strangely no chain stay derailleur cable braze-on. This was added on the later frames.
 
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twosheds said:
I've just finished building these wheels. BSA Continental de Lux hubs, Dunlop Special Lightweight rims and new 17/15 gauge stainless spokes.

Do your hubs have any markings at all? Maybe the crossed rifles logo or BSA stampings?
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