While cleaning-up the Stella frame I found a strange tube inside of the seat-tube. The tube is approximately 8" long and located 5" up from the BB and 9" down from seat-post opening. The tubing has a wall thickness of about 1/8" and is made of steel. Its not swaged on the end, just straight tubing so I doubt its a remnant seat-post.
I'm tempted to remove or attempt to dislodge the tube but maybe its there for a purpose. Anyone ever seen or heard of this? I will take it to our local frame-maker tomorrow for his assessment as well.
Jack Romans
Sacramento, CA