[CR] I need a little Simplex freewheel help

(Example: Racing:Jean Robic)

From: "Ben Kamenjas" <kamenjas@gmail.com>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Date: Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:49:47 +1100
Subject: [CR] I need a little Simplex freewheel help


Coolio's,

I have had this Simplex freewheel for a while and would like to make it complete. It is what I assume a 4 speed freewheel missing it's inner or largest thread on cog. Otherwise it appears in nice condition and it is stamped "Made in Italy". I have partially threaded it onto a standard hub and it engages just right. The cogs are 3/32" (I think?).

Needle in a haystack? I've been looking for nearly a year now and I haven't found much info or in the way of spares to suit. Should I think about cannibalizing other freewheels for the cog needed. I haven't measured up the diameter of the cog needed but can do if it helps ID the size? How do I measure the thread?

http://www.cyclebucket.com/images/p1060741.jpg

http://www.cyclebucket.com/images/p1060746.jpg

http://www.cyclebucket.com/images/p1060743.jpg

I'd be very grateful to sort this one out. Any help, advice or info is appreciated.

Ciao,

Ben Kamenjas
Kensington, Australia