[CR]Replacing derailleur pulleys in Nuovo and Super Record Derailleurs...what are the options?

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From: Tom Sanders <tsan7759142@comcast.net>
To: "Classicrendezvous@Bikelist.Org" <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Date: Tue, 28 Jun 2005 15:20:39 -0400
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Subject: [CR]Replacing derailleur pulleys in Nuovo and Super Record Derailleurs...what are the options?

It seems more difficult to find uncracked period pulleys every day. They can sell for as much as a whole derailleur. I am wondering what are the options? I have heard that C Record pulleys will work and have some...they are an off white, however. I have heard that new ones for an 8 speed period derailleur will work. I have used newer aluminum and Bullseye ones. Finally there seems the option of Shimano pulleys. The "accessory pulleys" as my buddy Bill calls the Aluminum ones seem to require a pair of washers on either side of the pulleys, at least on the lower wheel. This seems to keep that wheel centered and to keep one from compressing the idler cage. These wheels apparently are the same width as Shimano pulleys...but now I hear of wide and narrow Shimano pulleys. Are the wide ones the same size as Campagnolo ones? Do the 8 speed pulleys work well in older derailleurs? I am hoping that those more mechanically gifted than I on the list (this means just about everyone) who have some expertise in this will suggest alternatives to the worn out and cracked vintage wheels that are about all that turn up as spares these days. It is unusual to even buy a derailleur for parts lately and not find at least one cracked pulley in it. Can they be repaired? Perhaps with an epoxy? How are the more expert mechanics on the list dealing with this? Suggestions greatly appreciated,
Tom Sanders
Lansing, Mi