I know they're not actually a bike, but I'm so happy I got them that I think they deserve a separate page. I picked them up as a set for $500 and I couldn't be happier with them. I haven't cleaned them yet so that's why they look a little dirty in the pictures. They've been used 2-3 times at the track by the previous owner (so not exactly NOS, but close enough) If anyone knows how to successfully remove aluminum oxidation from hubs/rims then please do tell.
Front Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Mavic Reflex/C-Record Sheriff Star/Original tubular tires
Rear Wheel/Hub/Tire:
Mavic Reflex/C-Record Sheriff Star/Original tubular tires
Added by SillyGooseCookie. Last updated almost 12 years ago.
As of almost 12 years ago, SillyGooseCookie has indicated that they no longer own this bike.
32 Comments
How much you sell them for?
Posted almost 12 years ago
It was a sale/trade with my boss. I got a set of NOS C-Record pista cranks, NOS C-Record pista bb, and NOS C-Record pista chainring and bolts. Also I got some slightly damaged (merely cosmetic) 3T Ergonova LTD.'s and $100. I'll certainly miss them though.
Posted almost 12 years ago
Nice wheels man. In order to do a proper job you would have to take the wheels apart.
Remove the spokes rims, etc... Then use 0000 Steel Wool, you can get it a Home Depot, and polish the hubs. Don't worry, you won't damage them. What i wouldn't use is any king of sand paper, even if it's the Automotive type, 3,000 grit. The steel wool will not damage your hubs. If you want to try it first, take and old alloy hub and work on that. You will see what I mean. As far as the rims are concerned, if they are not coated or painted, you can try the same thing. If they are painted or they have a clear coat on them, don't use steel wool.
The only drawback with this method, you have to re-build your own wheels. Good luck!
Posted almost 12 years ago
Forgot to update these... I cleaned them with some really high quality polish and a microfiber cloth. It got ride of the all the oxidation on the hubs. And for the rims, I used 0000 steel wool and the same polish. I think rebuilding them would've been overkill. Thanks for the advice though.
Posted almost 12 years ago
What're you doing with them?
Posted almost 12 years ago
I polished them up really nice, rode them once (for like under a mile), then they've just been looking pretty ever since. I've got matching NOS C-Record track cranks, bb, chainring, dust caps, and track bolts to go with them, so I'm thinking I'll put all those parts on my DBS (I also have a Cinelli 2A in great shape) and hang it up, since the DBS has like 50 total miles on it.
Posted almost 12 years ago
These are so damn beautiful. Please, please don't skid in them. I had some (not on the Serotta) that were laced to box rims which I cracked the flange on the rear (no jumping, just skid stops and I'm a light rider).
Posted over 12 years ago
Thanks, they don't see much use since they're in such good condition. I'm hoping to start track racing at some point, then I'll use them as my track wheelset
Posted over 12 years ago
lovely classic wheelset. the sheriff star is such a pretty, almost to pretty to drive them.
Posted over 12 years ago
Thank you! And they see some use, just not a lot. I'm going to wait for a really nice sunny day where I'm not busy to take them on a nice, long ride. From the riding I have done, I can tell you that they spin the nicest of any hubs I've seen.
Posted over 12 years ago
also, like benson said, don't worry about the bearings. when it comes to water exposure, you should worry more about the spoke holes. that's the common thing with these hubs is corrosion, which will weaken the spoke-to-hub contact big time & will ultimately lead to hub failure. something you don't want with these!
Posted almost 13 years ago
all you need to do is get the finest grade of steel wool (which is 0000), buff the hubs with it, wipe it down with a clean cotton rag, then use cotton balls with metal polish (like weynol or haggardy 100) & just work it in. you'll notice that the cotton balls will turn black, which is all the dirt & grime. after that, wipe it down with a cotton rag again or a clean cotton ball. that's it!
Posted almost 13 years ago
Nice hoops. Throw them on a bike & let them see the sun! Just don't get all cray cray w/ the tricks & hops.
Posted almost 13 years ago
I'm waiting for a very nice day :) the bearing are not sealed-cartridge, so any water that gets in by the bearings wouldn't be good. And they're like brand new! I don't want to mess them up! I dunno, I probably should ride them. I spent two hours with metal polish and microfiber cloths polishing them, so they certainly look nice. I'll post some picture of them on the GT sometime soon.
Posted almost 13 years ago
plus, after wipe off the anodize,just use some 3m aluminum polish or metal polish and these babies can shine like mirror!!!
Posted about 13 years ago
I use spray-away oven cleaner for ripping off the anodize from hubs to cranks to stems,just spay these on and wait for 5-10 minutes and then clean it and its done! wish it can help ; )
Posted about 13 years ago
the hubs aren't anodized though, I'll make sure to try the 3m aluminum polish though
Posted about 13 years ago
On the cog side of the rear hub one part is missing. Call it cap or bearing? But dont worry! You can get those!
Posted about 13 years ago
I know what you mean, I think the cog side is supposed to be different. look at this picture: http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL1084/...
Posted about 13 years ago
Nice pickup! For aluminum oxide try wet sanding and polishing it
Posted about 13 years ago
also, I'm a little bit worried about wet sanding because it's not a sealed-cartridge bearing type hub (I think it's loose bearing or something) so any water can cause damage to the bearings. I guess I could always mask it off...
Posted about 13 years ago
http://prollyisnotprobably.com/2009/10/...
Why dont you remove the bearings, wet sand shine up and then repack with fresh new philwood grease
Posted about 13 years ago
any water that gets in the bearings, that is. lol, not just any water at all
Posted about 13 years ago
If you ride it in any elements water will get in but thats not a big deal really as long as its nice packed with grease. Dont worry your hubs and bearings wont melt if water touches it ;)
Posted about 13 years ago
lol. also, that polishing process seems like a lot of work. And I really, really don't want to screw it up. I only got the wheels 5 hours ago :) I guess I'll take it to my LBS (I did buy it from the owner after all) and see if they can help guide me through the process.
Posted about 13 years ago
Definitely the guys will give you tips on how to polishing. Sometimes when you start you get in the zone and next time you know youll have shiny sexy(er) hubs.
Posted about 13 years ago
Photos
PocosPeroLocos says:
Dam where do you work to have such a cool boss !?
Posted almost 12 years ago