WANTED - Vintage frame for Fixie/Single Speed Project

[JimboJames1972]

Hi All,

As the title says, I'm after a frameset or bike for a light restoration and conversion into a single speed. A full bike is not necessary, but a very good quality frame/folks (straight, no dents or rust) definitely is. I plan to source any missing components as required.

My ideal frame would be:

British made c1960-80 road/racing style
Reynolds 531 steel or better
54-56cm seat tube length (c-c) and sub-55cm top tube (square or under-square geometry)
Ability to take 28mm (or wider) 700c tyres
British threaded bottom bracket style
Accommodation on the frame to take both front and rear brakes

Like I said, condition of the frame needs to be as good as possible, absence of peddles, gear set, handlebars etc is not a problem.

Cash waiting and can collect within 2 hours (150 miles) of Suffolk.

Thanks,

J

 

[Steve T]

When you say the frame is to be a good as possible, do you mean paint work or frame condition? I have an excellent 531 steel Bob Jackson frame available which suits your spec perfectly,but a previous owner in their wisdom has decided to bottle can spray the frame a light blue which spoils the look somewhat.
It is a 55cm seat tube length and 54cm top tube and would like £75 for it,including handlebars,seatpost.stem,downtube shifters and old style'suicide' brake levers & brakes.I often work in Cambridge so collection could be arranged. will post a picture if you are interested.

 

[JimboJames1972]

Hi Steve,
That sounds as if it might have potential. Do you know the model type?
When I said that I needed the frame in good condition, I meant that it must be mechanically sound - straight, no major rust or holes etc. in other words, a safe and true frame to build the rest of my project around. A dodgy paint job I can probably deal with - I'm not afraid to strip it back, or I know a local firm that can shot blast and re-spray for a very reasonable price.

PM on its way with email details for pictures...

J

 

[Steve T]

Not the prettiest of frames I'm sure you'll agree but its very light for a steel fram, I don't know the model I bought it from biggs682 last year( see his profile he buys/sells classic steel bikes and frames and lives 4 miles away - I know Martin well) and he assured me it was a Bob Jackson which had been resprayed, I put some wheels and modern groupset hence the modern BB,but then bought a mint 1983 Raleigh Clubman so had no use for it.I also have a number of bits and peices - shimano STi levers, Brooks saddle etc which are also no longer needed. If you need anything else I'd be willing to do a reasonable price for it. I also have the original crankset and BB which you can have for free if you buy the frame.

 

[biggs682]

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Not the prettiest of frames I'm sure you'll agree but its very light for a steel fram, I don't know the model I bought it from biggs682 last year( see his profile he buys/sells classic steel bikes and frames and lives 4 miles away - I know Martin well) and he assured me it was a Bob Jackson which had been resprayed, I put some wheels and modern groupset hence the modern BB,but then bought a mint 1983 Raleigh Clubman so had no use for it.I also have a number of bits and peices - shimano STi levers, Brooks saddle etc which are also no longer needed. If you need anything else I'd be willing to do a reasonable price for it. I also have the original crankset and BB which you can have for free if you buy the frame.

@SteveT I only repeated what I was told so no guarantee it is a BJ please be aware

 

[JimboJames1972]

Thanks for the pics and info gents.
I know it is a long shot, but is there a serial number or equivalent that I can have to help investigate its history?
Thanks,
J

 

[Steve T]

frame number is 4549 only - not very long is it? Dont know if that means its more or less likely to be authentic, I'll weigh the frame if it helps authenticate its 531?

 

[JimboJames1972]

Thanks for that, much appreciated. I'll do some digging...

J

 

[Steve T]

Any thoughts on the Brooks saddle, I've got a couple of days off next week after next so perhaps we could arrange a meet up then- I could fit in with a day trip to Cambridge with the kids?