Fondriest X-Status copper plating project
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Ever since I first came across the La Suprema copper plated bike I knew I had to do a copper plating project one day. It took a little longer than I had hoped though.
Since copper plating isn't exactly cheap, I only wanted to do it on a high end frame. At the same time I only wanted the do it on a frame with bad paint, without rust (I hate people that ruin nice vintage frames). Finally add to that the right size and you are up for a long wait.
At long last I managed to find the right frame yesterday: a Fondriest X-Status. The frame came with the original fork and stem. The frame is made up of Dedacciai Optimal (18mcdv6 H.T.) and features nicely oversized steel tubing, with S-bend seat stays out back. The fork is also Dedacciai Optimal and features the same S-bend. The stem is a 3TTT steel stem. Right now the frameset is at the company that is going to do the copper plating. As soon I have an update I will let you guys know.
You can find more pics here
By the way, the frame weighed in at 1660g, so pretty light. The fork and stem weighed in at a more conventional 664g and 336g.
Since copper plating isn't exactly cheap, I only wanted to do it on a high end frame. At the same time I only wanted the do it on a frame with bad paint, without rust (I hate people that ruin nice vintage frames). Finally add to that the right size and you are up for a long wait.
At long last I managed to find the right frame yesterday: a Fondriest X-Status. The frame came with the original fork and stem. The frame is made up of Dedacciai Optimal (18mcdv6 H.T.) and features nicely oversized steel tubing, with S-bend seat stays out back. The fork is also Dedacciai Optimal and features the same S-bend. The stem is a 3TTT steel stem. Right now the frameset is at the company that is going to do the copper plating. As soon I have an update I will let you guys know.
You can find more pics here
By the way, the frame weighed in at 1660g, so pretty light. The fork and stem weighed in at a more conventional 664g and 336g.
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- jesherwood
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I'm new to WW, but have the same frame and have to say that THIS is a beautiful find (matching stem and fork!!!). I searched for a chrome fork for my X-status as previous owner had replaced it with an Easton CF fork but none to be found... If anyone sees another chrome Fondriest fork, I'd be deeply grateful.
Any update on the copper plating?
Any update on the copper plating?
More weight than weenie.
Let us know the cost of the plating please----just curious
As a long time motorcyclist----this bike has always appealed to me
http://www.vintagebike.co.uk/pictures/j ... dQ6Dp1rbb0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
so a copper-plated bicycle is an outstanding idea-----before and after frame weight will be interesting too.
Judging by your beautiful wood bike----you really like the unusual and I applaud you for it
As a long time motorcyclist----this bike has always appealed to me
http://www.vintagebike.co.uk/pictures/j ... dQ6Dp1rbb0" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
so a copper-plated bicycle is an outstanding idea-----before and after frame weight will be interesting too.
Judging by your beautiful wood bike----you really like the unusual and I applaud you for it
Currently still waiting for the frame to come back from the plater. It was by far the cheapest option, but apparently also the slowest. The English Cycles frame is the result I am hoping for.
Concerning the fork, I was really happy to be able to get a hold of a fork. I actually got it really cheap together with a second X-Status frame that had a seatpost stuck in the seat tube. By now I also managed to get that seatpost out, so now I have two X-Status frames .
Concerning the fork, I was really happy to be able to get a hold of a fork. I actually got it really cheap together with a second X-Status frame that had a seatpost stuck in the seat tube. By now I also managed to get that seatpost out, so now I have two X-Status frames .
- jesherwood
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SWijland wrote:Currently still waiting for the frame to come back from the plater. It was by far the cheapest option, but apparently also the slowest. The English Cycles frame is the result I am hoping for.
Concerning the fork, I was really happy to be able to get a hold of a fork. I actually got it really cheap together with a second X-Status frame that had a seatpost stuck in the seat tube. By now I also managed to get that seatpost out, so now I have two X-Status frames .
I'm assuming they are an easier find on that side of the pond - either that or you're one lucky guy.
Can't wait to see the plating.
More weight than weenie.
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