[CR]WTB: French-threaded Suntour 5sp Freewheel

(Example: Framebuilders:Alberto Masi)

From: "David Snyder" <dddd@pacbell.net>
To: "Classic Rendezvous" <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Date: Tue, 24 Jun 2008 22:21:59 -0800
Subject: [CR]WTB: French-threaded Suntour 5sp Freewheel

I'm looking for a Pro-Compe or Perfect Freewheel body or complete freewheel.

5 speed, French threaded.

I'll be building it up as a sort of Ultra-5, to work with my 1950's Simplex TDF derailer. I prototyped the build tonight using an English-threaded body and easily got the width down to 23.6mm overall, the maximum that the plunger derailer will handle. I previously built up a Shimano 5-speed body using 7-speed spacers with a re-machined body, and am still using that for now, but it's time to get the original rear hub back on there, hence my need for a french-thread freewheel.

I'll also be looking for an 18t (large-form, 4-spline) cog for it. Ratios to be: 14-16-18-21-24t.

Thanks for digging!

David Snyder
Auburn, CA usa