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GT-Steve
PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 7:23 pm 
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So 3 failed attempts to build and keep a Zaskar have passed me by, but this time I know I have almost all the nice bits I need, to get it built the way I want.

Bought from Ringo recently, it's a 96 frame, fitted with 93 decals, in very good shape indeed. I'd forgotten just how FAT the downtubes on these were. :shock:

Pics (Ringo's, not mine) of the bare frame..


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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 7:29 pm 
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**Update 24-05-12**

Ok, so almost all the remaining bits turned up this morning, so I was able to crack-on and get it 99% complete. Still waiting on a chain, and then a final polish.

Spec as follows:

Frame: GT Zaskar 1995 (94 decals)

Fork: Rock Shox Quadra?

Headset: Onza Mongo
Stem: Ringle Zooka
Handlebar: Answer Hyperlite
Grips: ODI Attack
Barends: n/a

Brakes: Dia-Compe 987
Brake Pads: Dia-Compe
Brake Cables: Jagwire
Cantilever cable hangers: Tektro?
Brake Levers: Shimano M900 XTR

Shifters: Shimano XT M732 Thumbies
Front Derailleur: Shimano XT M735
Rear Derailleur: Shimano M950 XTR
Derailleur Cables: Jagwire
Cassette: Sachs Powerglide 8sp
Chain: Shimano HG50
Cranks: SpeedTec
Crank Bolts: SRP
Chainrings: Middleburn 26/36/46 (purple granny ring)
Chainring bolts: SARS
Bottom Bracket: Shimano UN72
Pedals: Ritchey Pro

Hub Skewers: BICI
Rims: Mavic M231CD
Hubs: Bullseye (front) Sachs (rear)
Nipples: red ano
Spokes: Stainless
Tyres: Mithelin Wildgripper (butterscotch)
Tubes: Bontrager

Saddle: Flite Titanium (grey)
Seatpost: USE
Seatpost Binder: Miche with BICI skewer

Weight: tbc..

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Steve 8)


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old skool babe
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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 7:44 pm 
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Oh you bugger... :D
Very good frame,,, wanted this for my collection
But could not afford it.....
Lets see some nice xtr and gold ano.. :wink:
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This is a follower! :)
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GT-Steve
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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 7:58 pm 
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nope, no gold on this one I'm afraid... :wink:
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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 8:44 pm 
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That's very nice.

I shall watch this thread with interest. 8)
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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 8:57 pm 
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Interesting ....

What size did is it?

I always found the 18'' too short in the TT and the 21'' to long in the ST.

They did a 19'' but they don't seem to come up very often :-(
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GT-Steve
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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 9:04 pm 
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The 19" is rarer than rocking horse...


For some reason tho, A GT 18" (which this is, btw) seems to fit me perfectly with a 130mm (ish) stem.. Just feels right for my body shape..
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Looking forward to seeing it complete Steveo :D
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V nice that steve,will be watching how this goes as your builds are always top draw!
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GT-Steve
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PostPosted: Thu May 17, 2012 10:21 pm 
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cheers chaps

Once the last few bits land on the door mat, I'll reveal all...
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Ooohh you tease!
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That frame looks in great condition.

Must agree about size too, an 18inch GT suits me to a tee. It just fits right.

Looking forward to this one, good luck.
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PostPosted: Fri May 18, 2012 8:16 am 
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So, courtesy of LGF, I think I'll be putting these on...

Not the highest spec, and I might change my mind and end up with some Judy's, but for the time being they seem to 'go' with the frame 8)


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letmetalktomark wrote:
Interesting ....

What size did is it?

I always found the 18'' too short in the TT and the 21'' to long in the ST.

They did a 19'' but they don't seem to come up very often :-(


I have a 19". Great fit at 6 foot 1/2.

Nice work on acquiring this frame Steve. Give it some thought before building it up if I were you, then you will grow more attached to it. Mine gets used as my no. 1 bike at the mo. Just dont tell my saracens...
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