In a message dated 1/27/04 12:11:51 PM Pacific Standard Time, kctommy@msn.com
writes:
> It turns out that the new (to me) bike, a Baylis/ Wizard is italian
> threaded. While that makes it 'on topic' for the Cirque this year, it creates
> problems. What kind of lunkhead builds a bike that way in the '70's in
> California? (If it's not italian threaded, I've got some serious repair issues!)
>
>
Must have been that guy named Wizard! Baylis certainly wouldn't do such a thing...at least...not by accident!
> Has anyone tried using these type of cranks with the new Campy sealed BB's,
> especially the 115mm? Do they give generous clearance on the drive side? I
> may need some extra as the chainstays are not indented (the bike was
> originally set up as a single chainwheel five speed), so a smidgen more room on the
> drive side would be good. Or do I need to find a regular NR style BB? If so,
> what length spindle? 114mm? Rear spacing is 120mm.
>
I think the really modern Campy ones that are 111 or so, won't do it, but if you HAVE one, do a test assembly. I would think a 114 to 115 axle would be fine, again, you have to do a test assembly if you want to keep all the paint intact on that chainstay. You could also try a triple.
Those Sugino cranks not only have REALLY soft chainrings, the arms are pretty
soft as well. The frame is nice enough (c'mon! It's even better than a Masi,
but does that Baylis guy have the Mojo? wink, wink!) I'd suggest better cranks
than the Suginos.
Stevan Thomas
Alameda, CA