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Thank you that's most helpful

They're both 36 hole alloy rims but I don't know if there's a weight difference for instance?

A 1990s Raleigh Veloce road bike Shimano Exage EX 7 speed

what is the difference between Alesa 917 and 913 rims? I'm restoring a 1990s Raleigh Veloce and the original Alesa rims are pretty much shot - Any suggestions for alternatives?

Thanks, that was a revelation to me too!

Scan of selected pages from 1973 parts catalogue. A mine of information. https://flic.kr/ps/dkg4d

This is scan of selected pages from 1976 Raleigh catalogue.

Yes very true Spokesmann I definitely want to get this bike to near original spec warts and all!

:LOL: yes you're right as soon as it sees sunlight and a brick wall it'll come off. Feels surprisingly soft at the moment.

Managed to source some NOS items which should look great once the bike goes back together. The TDC freewheel had at some point in its life had been relieved of the 'fifth' gear cog - probably for a single speed bike. I managed to get hold of a NOS one from of all places - Portugal! Next up - I'm...

Thank you I'll try that...

Yes the brake blocks for side pull Raleigh calipers

Anybody have a suggestion for someone to repair some slight dents in Sturmey Archer 26" 1 1/4 steel wheel?

Could anyone please tell what size the brake shoes are for this bike? Mine came without unfortunately

Thanks History Man, unfortunately the ones I'm after are plastic - probably why they didn't survive very well!