Rich Pinder wrote:
> Since we're on a 'Fork' theme today, I wonder if anyone has experience
> with straightening a fork. I didnt realize it but the Raleigh Pro frame
> I bought appears to be EVER so slightly bent. It rides ok, and tracks
> straight, but I did notice it and asked a skilled eye to comment on a
> side'view picture I sent him - and it appears it is indeed bent.
>
> A frame builder (or super expienced shop guy) most likely will be needed
> to evaluate it. Anyone had such a person help them ? (and if you know
> of anyone like this in Los Angeles, that would be appreciated).
>
> If it's salvageable, would the whole frame be required for a person to
> straighten it ? (or just the fork ??)
You're sure the frame is ok? No dimples under the down tube or anything?
It's possible the fork could be salvaged. Basically, you need a vise to clamp the steer tube firmly and some means of levering the blades back into alignment.
IIRC, a lot of the Raleigh Pros used those lovely Zeus internally lugged crowns. I recall them as being particularly stubborn to cold-set, but it's worth a try.
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Appleton WI USA