gadgetman2000
Dirt Disciple
Hi.
I've just embarked on my first retro project to build the bike I lusted after when I was about 17 - a Super Record equipped Alan.
I've managed to get a frame in fantastic condition, made in 1980, however the steerer tube is cut quite short. When the forks are put into the head tube with no headset fitted the steerer available measures 37mm.
Looking at Velobase I see that Campagnolo Record headsets from the late 70's - early 80's had a stack height of 39mm, but I only seem to see them advertised (eBay etc) with a 42mm stack height.
Other than relying on asking a seller and getting them to measure, is there any physical way of spotting from a photo if the headset is likely to be 39 stack or 42?
Any help appreciated, especially if you know where there is a good condition one for sale!
Thanks!
I've just embarked on my first retro project to build the bike I lusted after when I was about 17 - a Super Record equipped Alan.
I've managed to get a frame in fantastic condition, made in 1980, however the steerer tube is cut quite short. When the forks are put into the head tube with no headset fitted the steerer available measures 37mm.
Looking at Velobase I see that Campagnolo Record headsets from the late 70's - early 80's had a stack height of 39mm, but I only seem to see them advertised (eBay etc) with a 42mm stack height.
Other than relying on asking a seller and getting them to measure, is there any physical way of spotting from a photo if the headset is likely to be 39 stack or 42?
Any help appreciated, especially if you know where there is a good condition one for sale!
Thanks!