tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-644962941958841994.post610770293232050143..comments2024-03-17T08:45:48.243-07:00Comments on John's Bicycle Restorations: John C's 1984 Miyata 710 Mechanical Overhaul - Original Mint Condition - Preservation Maybe??Johnhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00038559533807088090noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-644962941958841994.post-40327477365010460722019-07-21T00:17:37.448-07:002019-07-21T00:17:37.448-07:00John, I had been in the market for a project bike....John, I had been in the market for a project bike. After mulling the possibility of picking up an old Peugeot or Raleigh to join my stable, I decided to look across the pacific instead. I came across a 1982 Miyata 710, beautiful fire engine red; sold stripped down to the frame for $75. I'd be lying if I said your article didn't influence my decision! It was a local seller so I checked it out in person. No dents, frame was straight as an arrow, and the seller included a box of components. Everything to make the bike whole was in the box, and in working order, as well as a few aftermarket parts: brifters, hollow BB and crank. I've just finished inventory on it all and have begun to clean up the frame and components. I read your article last night, and drooled over all the pictures; then picked up my new frame today and part box today! The paint isn't nearly as pristine as the 710 in your article, but it's not too bad. I had initially wanted to strip and repaint it if I could find Miyata decals, but once all the grease and dust had been wiped away, I noticed the very fine gold detailing around the lugs. In no way are my hands steady enough to replicate that! I may end up matching the paint and touching up the scuffs and scratches (love marks); but more likely I'll lay down a clear coat over the whole thing as it is. It is a 37 year old bicycle after all that has seen its fair share of use!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09401870388329451645noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-644962941958841994.post-50583758935185256882014-02-14T14:19:03.314-08:002014-02-14T14:19:03.314-08:00John Z, thanks for doing such an amazing job on my...John Z, thanks for doing such an amazing job on my bike, you are awesome. I cannot wait to get this out on the trail this spring, thanks again!jjc226https://www.blogger.com/profile/05844673165405089230noreply@blogger.com