bike shop with decent tools in Heathrow/Windsor area

slimjim78
slimjim78 Posts: 33
edited September 2011 in Workshop
I have a 1" steel fork that needs it crown facing/reaming from JIS (27.0mm) to ISO (26.4mm).

Ive exhausted my LBS's and cycle clubs, it looks like the only place local(ish) to me that has the right tools to face/ream a 1" fork is Chas Roberts in Croydon, but I cant get hold of them on the phone to be certain

Can anyone else recommend a really good bike shop more local to Windsor/Twickenham/Heathrow area that may have the tools and expertise to do the job?

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  • WisePranker
    WisePranker Posts: 823
    There's the new place in Staines called The Bike Shop or failing that you could try www.thebikefixer.com as they cover that area.
    Another option unless you've tried them is Cycleman in Ashford.
  • billysan
    billysan Posts: 575
    Sigma Sport?

    Their new head mechanic is a dab hand with classic frames and recutting threads / refacing frames etc. I dont know if he's got all his frame making tools up in London, but he certainly owns everything you need.
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  • slimjim78
    slimjim78 Posts: 33
    Sigma Sports dont have the required tools unfortunately, but they put me on to Chas Roberts (whom are a bit too far out for me to get to at the moment).
  • crankycrank
    crankycrank Posts: 1,830
    Some headset mfrs. will offer a 27.0 crown race option. Try contacting them as they don't always advertise if it's available.

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