This week the Raleigh Gran Prix Project was completed. Each component was carefully disassembled and rebuilt or replaced. The friction has been noticeably lowered with a combination of fresh grease and new bearings. With these upgrades the Gran Prix dropped a stunning 4lbs without losing the original character of this popular mid 70's bike. The extra gears now allow one to climb ridiculous inclines with the ability to run all the way down to a 28T x 30T ratio. You can see how the bike looked before it was revamped here. Below is a list of the key parts that were added.
- Vintage Brooks Standard B15 Saddle
- Cork and EVA Bar Tape
- Aluminum Rear Rack
- Campagnolo Racing-T Triple Crankset
- Shimano Deore Front and Rear Derailleurs
- Sealed Bottom Bottom Bracket
- Weinmann 27"x1"Alloy Rims
- Suntour 5 Speed Freewheel
- Presta Valve Tubes
- Vintage Brooks Standard B15 Saddle
- Cork and EVA Bar Tape
- Aluminum Rear Rack
- Campagnolo Racing-T Triple Crankset
- Shimano Deore Front and Rear Derailleurs
- Sealed Bottom Bottom Bracket
- Weinmann 27"x1"Alloy Rims
- Suntour 5 Speed Freewheel
- Presta Valve Tubes
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