Dear Retrobikers
I just came across your forum on the web and am looking for advice on whether it's worth spending the money needed to restore/repair an old 'Carlton Pro-Am' bike that I've been riding for years.
It was my father-in-law's and dates from 1980 I think (bottom bracket stamped with WN8002914). It has a somewhat rust-spotted Reynolds 531 frame, original Brooks saddle, SunTour Cyclone gears - and has been happily getting me the short distance to work - but has finally ground to a halt.
I bought a second-hand rear wheel to replace the original one that was close to collapse - but found it had a cracked bearing case (I think that's what it is!) and it now jams solid when riding without warning.
In short, I'd like to repair the bike (and there's lots of other jobs that am sure it could do with as it's not had much more than a bit of oil and some new tyres for 20 years) but, if it's too costly, would try to sell it on to someone who might make better use of it
Be grateful for any thoughts / possible costs
Martin PD (London SE26)
I just came across your forum on the web and am looking for advice on whether it's worth spending the money needed to restore/repair an old 'Carlton Pro-Am' bike that I've been riding for years.
It was my father-in-law's and dates from 1980 I think (bottom bracket stamped with WN8002914). It has a somewhat rust-spotted Reynolds 531 frame, original Brooks saddle, SunTour Cyclone gears - and has been happily getting me the short distance to work - but has finally ground to a halt.
I bought a second-hand rear wheel to replace the original one that was close to collapse - but found it had a cracked bearing case (I think that's what it is!) and it now jams solid when riding without warning.
In short, I'd like to repair the bike (and there's lots of other jobs that am sure it could do with as it's not had much more than a bit of oil and some new tyres for 20 years) but, if it's too costly, would try to sell it on to someone who might make better use of it
Be grateful for any thoughts / possible costs
Martin PD (London SE26)