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Full Chrome '88 Pinarello Montello

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#1 · (Edited)
I bought the frame to repaint it and when I stripped it, I discovered the chrome underneath was in fantastic shape. Then I ran into all sorts of issues in getting it painted, so I left it alone.

I didn't want to just slap some decals on it, so I asked Dean Cannard at Acme Bicycle Paint here in Portland to blast them directly into the chrome. It's a very subtle, yet beautiful effect. Dean also touched up the engravings.

I tore apart my Giordana Spica and moved all the parts over. Wheels are Velocity Aeroheads on C-Record hubs. It's not 100% period correct, but I like the way it came out.

Now if it ever stops raining here, I'd like to actually ride it.

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Exceptional

The bike and also, the photography, are exceptional. I had a Gavia which was black chrome finish. I have a full set of C-Record for it but unfortunately, too many bikes and projects at the time so I sold it. Now looking at yours, I'm regretting that move. Nice work!

55/Rad said:
I bought the frame to repaint it and when I stripped it, I discovered the chrome underneath was in fantastic shape. Then I ran into all sorts of issues in getting it painted, so I left it alone.

I didn't want to just slap some decals on it, so I asked Dean Cannard at Acme Bicycle Paint here in Portland to blast them directly into the chrome. It's a very subtle, yet beautiful effect. Dean also touched up the engravings.

I tore apart my Giordana Spica and moved all the parts over. Wheels are Velocity Aeroheads on C-Record hubs. It's not 100% period correct, but I like the way it came out.

Now if it ever stops raining here, I'd like to actually ride it.

55/Rad









 
#4 ·
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Lab Worker said:
Beautiful.....simply beautiful!!!

Very, very well done.

Breathtaking...simply breathtaking....:thumbsup:
 
#5 · (Edited)
boneman said:
The bike and also, the photography, are exceptional. I had a Gavia which was black chrome finish. I have a full set of C-Record for it but unfortunately, too many bikes and projects at the time so I sold it. Now looking at yours, I'm regretting that move. Nice work!
boneman - this Montello started life with a black-tint-over-chrome. In fact, when I saw your photos, I wondered if it was the same frame.

When I originally purchased the frame over the summer, I wanted to re-tint it. Maybe change the color a bit. But I ran into so many issues with getting it done - many, many conversations with reputable painters led me to believe it wouldn't be worth it. Nobody could guarantee it would stick to the shiny chrome without blasting, and thus ruining it.

I found this odd cause, while the original tint wasn't spectacular in it's durability, it wasn't terrible either.

I didn't want this full chrome look and felt I settled for it. So I let it sit for a few months before deciding on the etching themes. And now that it is done, I'm glad I did.

55/Rad

 
#23 ·
Now that is what I would call a beautiful bike. Actually one of the most porny bikes I have ever seen. If only they still made them that way. I am struggling to find all the parts I need to build up a modern bike with no black or carbon componentry, but I have a few more months until official season begins so I can scour a bit more.
 
#24 ·
Impeccably done, sir!

Great craftmanship all round- the frame, your finishing kit and the photography get top marks from me. I loved the fluted Campagnolo seatpost (I'm guessing it's a Record/Super Record model from the early 80's). I felt a pang of nostalgia for my beloved Bob Jackson of 20 years ago,I had it kitted out in full Super Record/Record/Cinelli with the obligatory Selle Turbo saddle. Alas, it was stolen. Just out of interest how did the brakes perform in comparison to conventional sidepulls of around that time, do they work as good as they look?:thumbsup:
 
#25 ·
sir duke said:
Great craftmanship all round- the frame, your finishing kit and the photography get top marks from me. I loved the fluted Campagnolo seatpost (I'm guessing it's a Record/Super Record model from the early 80's). I felt a pang of nostalgia for my beloved Bob Jackson of 20 years ago,I had it kitted out in full Super Record/Record/Cinelli with the obligatory Selle Turbo saddle. Alas, it was stolen. Just out of interest how did the brakes perform in comparison to conventional sidepulls of around that time, do they work as good as they look?:thumbsup:
Thank you Sir Duke. The entire group, including the hubs and the seatpost, is 1989 Campy C-Record. The Deltas work fine - better than I expected based on all the stuff I'd read, but the key was setting them up correctly.

As for how they compare to conventional sidepulls - I can't make a judgement. I can say that they have plenty of stopping power but they take a longer and harder pull than modern dual pivot calipers.

55/Rad
 
#26 · (Edited)
WOW. I'm not typically a fan of fully chromed bikes since it reminds me of cheap BMX bikes sold at Walmart, however I'm making an exception for this one. Simply stunning. I love the lack of carbon on it, the red accents and its retro, yet modern look. This bike makes me want to get out and ride steel.

Nice job!
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