Andrew_Russell Posted February 13, 2015 Share Rave about an (almost) tragic accident: For real technical expertise, Dr George (PhD) is the only place to go. Everyone had warned me about getting a roof rack for my car. Needless to say, after one month of bike transport bliss, I slammed my gold vintage Falcon (hand made in Britain) into the carport. The bike was mangled - frame bent, handle bars bent, both wheels locked and warped. A total write-off. That is, until Dr George (he has a PhD from a Canadian University) at Mean Machines bikes got his hands on it. Unlike other bike shops, Dr George has 35 years of experience and does all the work himself. My gold Falcon was returned to me after a week and I couldn't be happier The before and after pics show just how good the repair is. Before After (only a slight bend remaining after cold bending) For real technical expertise, my vote goes to Dr George at Mean Machines in Germiston. As with all doctors, its best to make an appointment: 071 656 4207 or 071 6591097 *** Updated: Close up picture of repaired bend *** -Andrew Edited March 3, 2015 by Andrew_Russell nonky 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wil6 Posted February 13, 2015 Share the before and after looks the same Skylark, braailegend, BigDL and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOEKVLAG Posted February 13, 2015 Share the before and after looks the same I thought it was just me... jules1976 and Smurfy 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOEKVLAG Posted February 13, 2015 Share Really good looking bike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Meentb Posted February 13, 2015 Share the before and after looks the same +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fanievb Posted February 13, 2015 Share we need to see the "in between" pics Wil6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davey_Jones Posted February 13, 2015 Share In the 2nd picture the cables from the brakes go up more. Looks like it was a hectic accident. sakkiebomskok, fanievb and Bonus 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJR Posted February 13, 2015 Share ? But it is a nice looking bike. Put some pics on the Retro Bike thread also please Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KarlvN Posted February 13, 2015 Share the before and after looks the same Not so, clearly it is evident that the before picture shows the bike locked to an old school desk, and the after pic has the bike leaning up against a wall. nonky, BigDL and HowellingWulf 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtypot Posted February 13, 2015 Share No guys, you're missing it.In the first pic there are two LED lights at the back. In the second they are gone.Dr George (PhD) must be a thieving bastard Rider3000, HowellingWulf, Smurfy and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hairy Posted February 13, 2015 Share just what is that lady doing in the background of the "before pic" nonky, BigDL and Percyzn 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barker Posted February 13, 2015 Share Rave about an (almost) tragic accident: For real technical expertise, Dr George (PhD) is the only place to go. Everyone had warned me about getting a roof rack for my car. Needless to say, after one month of bike transport bliss, I slammed my gold vintage Falcon (hand made in Britain) into the carport. The bike was mangled - frame bent, handle bars bent, both wheels locked and warped. A total write-off. That is, until Dr George (he has a PhD from a Canadian University) at Mean Machines bikes got his hands on it. Unlike other bike shops, Dr George has 35 years of experience and does all the work himself. My gold Falcon was returned to me after a week and I couldn't be happier The before and after pics show just how good the repair is. BeforeIMG_5201.JPG After (only a slight bend remaining after cold bending)IMG_5389.JPG For real technical expertise, my vote goes to Dr George at Mean Machines in Germiston. As with all doctors, its best to make an appointment: 071 656 4207 or 071 6591097 -Andrew Sorry Andew, i can't see much difference? Is the 1st pick what it look liked originally or after the smash? Nice bike! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eugene Posted February 13, 2015 Share The front tyres are different too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryanpmb Posted February 13, 2015 Share Some 'during' pictures would make this thread a LOT more credible. Captain Fastbastard Mayhem 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtypot Posted February 13, 2015 Share Some 'during' pictures would make this thread a LOT more credible. More credible than it currently is - on a Friday?? Unlikely... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frosty Posted February 13, 2015 Share I see the main difference as the cables running over the bars vs under the bars.The lock and lights have disappeared.Your cranks aren't in the same position, indicating that you took these at different time (12 o'clock and 3 o'clock).Well, Watson, that's all I can see... BTW, where are the bottle cages? Wil6, Meerkat82 and Cav' 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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