craigsmith
Retrobike Rider
First off, thanks to Retrobike for the inspiration to restore my 1991 Mantis XCR EC to its former glory. Not that it's in bad shape for an 18-year-old bike. Bought from Cambria Bicycle Outfitters CA, lived in Crested Butte CO and North Vancouver BC, this is now my daily London commute. But I want it back to original condition and spec - I have the original receipt to help but I have a few Q's for anyone who can offer advice.
1) Any recommendations on where to go for a respray in London/South East?
2) Rear chrome triangle is bolted and glued, I think. What should I do about this for a respray?
3) I seem to remember the BB is hammered in place and not easily removed. Think I had it done once but never needed it since. Again any advice for the respray?
4) Decals - where to get em?
Any other advice/encouragement most welcome. Thanks
By craigjsmith, shot with Canon PowerShot SX10 IS at 2009-04-29
By craigjsmith, shot with Canon PowerShot SX10 IS at 2009-04-29
By craigjsmith at 2009-04-29[/img]
1) Any recommendations on where to go for a respray in London/South East?
2) Rear chrome triangle is bolted and glued, I think. What should I do about this for a respray?
3) I seem to remember the BB is hammered in place and not easily removed. Think I had it done once but never needed it since. Again any advice for the respray?
4) Decals - where to get em?
Any other advice/encouragement most welcome. Thanks
By craigjsmith, shot with Canon PowerShot SX10 IS at 2009-04-29
By craigjsmith, shot with Canon PowerShot SX10 IS at 2009-04-29
By craigjsmith at 2009-04-29[/img]