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Reddit mentions of SunRace 5-Speed Freewheel 14-28T, Silver/Black
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Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of SunRace 5-Speed Freewheel 14-28T, Silver/Black. Here are the top ones.
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Fluid Drive quick shiftingSteel RingsEngineering polymer spacersZinc plated silver finish w/Black 14t
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 1.4 Inches |
| Length | 4.7 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | July 2012 |
| Size | 14-28T |
| Weight | 1 Pounds |
| Width | 5.7 Inches |
It depends on how much you want to spend. (This, again, is why I suggested stopping now, and starting with a better / lighter / more compatible bike.)
Basically, you're at 24lbs for those parts, without tires, tubes, grips, brakes, brake levers, seat, pedals, chain, stem, headset, etc.,which means the bike is likely going to be over 30lbs once completed.
Assuming you're not going to listen to me (bikes do that to people), and you want to go ahead and build it up as a modern geared bike, here's what I'd do if I were in your shoes.
Get the Dimension Value Series 27" freewheel rear wheel for <$40, and the front wheel for about $30. Together, they'll weigh 2270g, which is 5lbs even. Add another pound or so for the freewheel and you should come to around 6lbs. (I'm not sure the math here is working well, as it should end up being substantially lighter than your existing wheelset.)
Also note that in addition to a modern 3 piece double crank, you're going to need a 1 piece to 3 piece crank adapter, which will allow you to use a modern sealed bottom bracket and a standard crank. (You're probably going to want to use a square taper crank / bottom bracket to make things easy.)
You may also consider building it up as a single speed, as that way you could thread a single BMX freewheel on the back instead of a multi-speed freewheel, could use a cheap track crank, and wouldn't have to worry about sorting out the shifters / derailleurs.
Good luck!
Thank you for your reply.
I don't need "brifters" in fact, she would like to keep this bike near to like it is, if possible.
The downtube shifters are what we would like if we can keep them.
I can fine wheelsets on Amazon for $100 or so that accommodate Shimano 8,9, 10 or 11 (I think).
Can I get those and still get a cassette with 5 speeds?
I was told this is a 10 speed bike. There are 5 gears on the back and 2 gear/cogs on the front.
How do I purchase the cassette? Will this one do?
http://www.amazon.com/Sunrace-5-Speed-Freewheel-14-28T-Silver/dp/B004XVOHY2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1420328330&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sunrace+5+speed+cassette
How should I search for the correct deraileur on Amazon?
Same with searching for brake replacements, what should I search for?
What is the "bottom Bracket"
The crankset seems fine.
The frame is straight with no rust other than slight surface rust.
Thank you for all your help.