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From Winstanleys I think. And yes, it is a Charge.

Only £20 posted. Bargain!

This might be a better candidate actually:

Has the same Weinmann centre pull brakes as mine and a very similar crankset. Lugs are of the same design and decals appear to be positioned the same way. Brake levers are different however...

This is apparently a 1968 Corsa. I'm trying to find catalogues but am struggling a litte. Anyone know of any links?

Dibs on chrome fork if 1 1/8th please! Can I ask how bad the rust is around the steerer base and how long the steerer is?

That's a good 40 years older...
(Post No 15).

I reckon you're probably right. Only continental I could find in a catalogue though.

Don't suppose Carlton were using 30's typography for retro appeal in the 70's do you...?

Whatever units you want the final result to be in. I'm going to have my next frame measured in miles.[/QUOTE]

If thats the case, I'm looking for a frame around 0.000347222222 miles, top tube to BB ;-)

Looks like tubing could be Reynolds 531. If this catalogue page is correct (and I am right in identifying it as a continental) then both frame and forks are 531.

Can anyone correct me? I'll keep looking for proof...

Bit of an update R.E. frame origins:

Serial number WL5002103

Was built in Worksop Carlton works in August 1975 and features Crespera Lugs.

The frame was from a Carlton Continental I think going by the colour, date and lug design . More details of the complete bike can be found here:

http://www.carltoncycles.me.uk/mybikes/76continental.htm

Mine's very, very similar. Dunno what to do with it, really.

Snap!

you mention that you don't know what to do with yours...? Does that mean you would be willing to sell? I'm looking to swap my large frame for a smaller one. Wanna trade?

Thanks diablo. Will do the math tomorrow without the wine...

Seatpost 25.4mm

Does that mean it's definitely not 531? Unfortunately there is no indication as to the material on the frame. Any other way I can find out?

Thanks for the advice, I'll upload a new pic tomorrow.

I'm 5' 10 and at this config it fits me ok, although it is a little long. I prefer a little more crotch clearance and a slightly shorter frame...

For someone around 6' or over, I reckon this would make a decent cruiser; I've had a lot of fun on it.

Many thanks again; being a newbee I appreciate the support!

Hello everyone!

I am looking to trade my 65cm lugged steel Carlton frame and forks for a smaller, around 53cm, equivalent frame and forks.

**Pictures follow. **

Frame vital statistics:

HT: 205
TT: 550
ST: 650
BB: 68

Seatpost 25.4

As you can see, the frame has its original paint and as such has suffered from some surface rust. This hasn't penetrated however and could be polished off and will accept paint well.

At the moment, this rust is contrasted against the polished lugs which I feel works well. I would be more than happy to accept a frame and forks in similar condition as I will likely clean it up and have it powdercoated.

The bike is currently fitted with 27 1/4" wheels but will easily accept 700c.

In summery, I am looking for:

1, A frame size around 53cm
2, Lugged frame, preferably scrolled/decorative.
3, Paintwork/rust is not important so long as rust has not penetrated.
4, Obviously NO dents or bent tubes please.

If you think you have something suitable or can point me in the right direction, please feel free to contact me here or via PM.

Unfortunately I am not currently in london, but will be more than happy to post anywhere at good price.

Dammit.

Thanks anyway.

Scuse my ignorance MX, is a 650c wheel the same as 27 1/4"?

Man, those skills must be serious if they need a z to pluralise them! ;-)

Aside from weakening tubing etc, I would imagine it would be very difficult to ensure any bars you made were perfectly symmetrical in all planes. As the bars are an interaction point if you like, it would only take a mistake of a few mm for everything to feel 'wonky'.

Having said that, I would go for it! You don't learn anything without trying. Even if you use a heavy gauge bar to start with, I imagine it would teach you a lot about the techniques you would need to employ.

If you can find a shop with a computer controlled mandrel bender (I know there are engineering companies who offer the service; find them in the yellow pages) then they would be able to produce an accurate job and could advise on bar choices etc.

As a warning against heat treating too; be very careful or you'll end up with a brittle bar that is likely to fail suddenly. Steel, albeit heavier than alu, is more ductile and will at least start to bend rather than snap (dependent on exact material and treatment of course) If you're looking at bending tighter radii at home, steel would be my choice.

Anyway, I'd love to see some pictures of any attempts. I'll send you some of the wood bars I'm building in exchange.

Wowza.

I've just moved out of my student house and got my money back very quickly. I was that impressed I was on the verge of recommending people to use the service...

Are you sure it's not your landlord's fault? Maybe he's bitter than he doesn't get to earn interest on your deposit money anymore...?