Mark writes, ".......... When buckled tubes are detected, always advise the customer the bike is unrideable and unrepairable. Mark Bulgier Seattle, WA USA" I disagree as there are at least two fine frame builders here in the Bay Area that repair damaged frames. Yes the cost when adding a new paint respray is not cheap but neither is a new frame. If the frame fits and was a quality frame and your attached too it then take it too a frame repairer and ask is it worth it too repair. Inside rust is another worry. Too much forget it. Mark Bulgier is a frame builder and in general he is correct but it still worth checking. Also consider adding S&S couplers at the same time and get a bike too travel with to Europe and I go with you abiet slowly. In Walnut Creek, CA Charles Nighbor Now if only they could replace a pair of worn out 67 year legs Lance's would do