yep i dont like the chainset aswell, but my bro has my xt on his kona, but its broke at the mo, and he doesnt use it, so ill get it back, the tires were a result, i picked them up this am at a car booty, i asked the guy how much and he said £1 i grabbed em quick, ive still got to fit the original thumb shifters, but no time at the mo, as i need the bike , its work im progress, ive had this bike since 93, and ive still got most the original bits,