

I got inspired from this sub to build my own bike. I found an old Bianchi Project 3 in pretty rough shape, so tore it down, and built it up from the frame with some old and new parts. The frame itself is really nice Tange infinity double-butted cromo. I'm including some details below for those who might find one of these frames.
Drivetrain:
- I found a replacement triple Sugino crankset (24-36-46) and installed a new Tange alloy bottom bracket with spindle length of 127mm. Even with that spindle length, the smallest chain ring is very close to the frame, but clears fine.
- Rear is a Shimano 8-speed cassette 11-32
- Kept the original Exage derailers
Wheels:
- I had some new wheels built by Bicycle Wheel Warehouse – they have a pretty good deal on Sun Rhyno lite 700C rims with generic Shimano hubs
- Tires are Schwalbe G-one Allround 700×45. Actual measurement is only 41mm unfortunately. I was hoping for 45-47 range.
Cockpit:
- I "downgraded" to some old Deore 6-speed friction shift levers
- Brake levers are new Tektro FL540
- Took some handlebars and grips from an '80s Raleigh mountain bike
- Splurged on the Nitto stem and brake cable holder
Other:
- Brakes are new Shimano altus cantis – really responsive braking!
- Seatpost is a generic alloy 26.4mm post
- Saddle is one from the parts bin for now.
by klingon5734
4 Comments
What an incredible build! How much did you spend out the door for those sun rhyno lytes if you
Don’t mind me asking?
Fabulous build! The Bianchi Project frames are great stuff.
https://preview.redd.it/0pzg2mt48rtf1.jpeg?width=3558&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=cd6e2179fa01ab034949c63c78132ee4d2a40d5b
That’s a great build. Here’s mine with drops rebuilt during Covid and has been my daily driver. It has 42mm Pathfinders but can maybe squeeze in 45-47mm tires.
Looks coooool man! That stem far enough in?