[CR]Re: Raleigh headbadge

(Example: Racing:Jacques Boyer)

From: <EdVintage63@aol.com>
Date: Tue, 23 Nov 2004 19:01:55 EST
To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org
Subject: [CR]Re: Raleigh headbadge

Following up earlier Raleigh headbadge advice:
> On
> reinstallation: if I'm feeling especially anal-retentive, I tap the
> holes with a miniature tap and use tiny machine screws...then it's
> removeable for the "next guy".
> I've got a similar issue with my '71 International. Shining a flashlight down the headtube creates a little jack-o-lantern effect, as all the rivets are missing. This was charming at Halloween, but now that it's nearly Thanksgiving, I'd appreciate a fix. I fear my heron is clinging to the headtube solely as a consequence of Raleigh mojo. Or maybe Imron. I don't currently have a miniature tap nor do I anticipate my in-laws giving me one for Christmas. Clever alternatives? Don? Steve? Bueller? Anyone?

Ed Granger
Lancaster, PA