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Glynnyboy:
A few of you know I have been sitting on this build for quite some time. Well we finally have movement  :LolLolLolLol:
I got the frame about 5 year ago now. It was a chrome TA XL i use the term chrome loosely here. I wanted a chrome one for a while but they seem to be pretty rare so when this came up i took a chance.
The chrome was just too far gone for decent survivor so i had it stripped. I have listened to guys go on about chromers they have used over the years and up until now been very apprehensive over getting a good job done with the frame been in such a state.
Anyway it came back this week and it turned out well so the build begins.
Most of the parts were sourced years ago for this so it shouldn't take too long.
Here are some progress pics of the frame from then to now.
Crusty BB








When it 1st came back from chrome strip. This one scared the crap out of me

But opening the box up to find this on Wednesday made the wait worth while.



And finally in all it's glory ready for the build ahead.
The forks were sourced seperatley as the owner of the frame split and I didn't win the forks. The next set went by and by the time the next set came up I wasn't taking any chances. The nos forks with original decals were on their way.
A big thanks to JJ Baldbmxer for the nos original downtube decal too. I was very greatful for the nice little og touch.

factory pilot:
Looking very special already .. Can't wait to see your meticulous touch on this build Glynn fistblump

monkian:
Awesome job with the chrome :shocked:
Really looking forward to this build Glynn 8) :daumenhoch:

In2bmx:
 :4_17_5: . Awesome mate . Always wanted one of those myself .

Looking forward to seeing what you do with it .  :daumenhoch:

BMX1973:
Splendid re-chrome. The dropouts look mint  :)

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