Recent content by alex crawford

Thanks. I could only find two of the decals. I'll fit a set of original lights once I get a hold of them, and I still need to tidy up the rear carrier as well.

Re: After spending the winter months in the shed the bike has finally been finished. Still got some bar tape to add and carry out one or two tweeks.

Re: Thanks. I found a shade of blue at Halfords that's almost a perfect match. The original blue under the decals is slightly darker. The bike also came in red as well. Also got some new decals from Ebay. The wheels are not too bad for being 30 odd years old. Would like to get the original...

Hi, Just joined the forum. In 1978 my granny bought me a Raleigh Olympus 5 speed for my Xmas. A month or so ago while browsing through Ebay I found someone selling an Olympus and as they were quite local I bought it. My plan was to strip it down, renovate and rebuild it. The frame had a lot...