A quick preview of what's to come....1991 GT Zaskar project.

[d8mok]

low rise for sure

 

[Black_puma]

low rise for sure

Agreed, low rise it is then!

 

[PhillB]

Another day, another bit of progress...
The forks are now fitted and having a play around with the different stems I have.
Should I use 120mm lower rise or 135mm higher rise?
See below fitted with 120mm stem and 135mm
I am leaning towards the shorter stem, to keep it consistent with my other retro GT's and 120mm is correct for the frame size.

It's looking great (Especially the forks )

**another vote for low rise**

 

[Black_puma]

It's looking great (Especially the forks )

**another vote for low rise**

Thanks, I am very happy with how the forks turned out, despite the less than ideal conditions.
However, I am very grateful for the advice given to get this job done!

 

[Black_puma]

Nearly finished,
Got the brakes and gears fitted and set up.
Will be taking it for a test ride tomorrow and will hopefully take some photos in day time.
I have got to find some crank bolt covers and bottle cage bolts, I thought I had some but I didn't!

 

[Black_puma]

Maybe I could enter in the Bike Of The Month contest...

 

[Guinessisgoodforyou]

Maybe I could enter in the Bike Of The Month contest...

Why not

 

[Black_puma]

I took the Zaskar out for a quick spin around the block to check brake and gear performance, all good so far!
Very pleased with how it looks and rides.
Only things to add to finish off are bar end plugs, crank bolt covers and bottle cage bolts.
Weight wise it feels about the same as my other early 90's GT's, so not that exciting really.

As mentioned early on in this thread, this Zaskar is fitted with mostly Shimano Deore XT for the brakes and drive train, with the exception of the headset, chain and bottom bracket.

Headset: Tioga Avenger 1 1/8"
Bottom bracket: Tange Seiki LN-3922 68/122
Chain: Taya 8s Octo Silver (surprisingly light in weight)

Wheels: Shimano Deore XT hubs laced to Matrix Aero MT rims
Shimano Deore XT front and rear derailleurs
Shimano brifters: Shimano Deore XT M071
Cassette: Shimano Deore XT HG90 7 speed
Chainset: Shimano Deore XT M730 (170mm)
Pedals: Shimano Deore XT
Brakes: Shimano Deore XT (U II with brace) and Deore XT SLR black
Cables: Shimano SLR brake and Shimano gear cables.
Tyres: Ritchey MegaBite Zmax tyres

1991 GT Zaskar (0391) 16" frame and GT 2x4 rigid forks
GT Flip flop 120mm stem
GT True Temper seatpost
GT aluminium handlebars
GT Anatomical grips
GT Competition riveted saddle
GT branded seat clamp.

Decals: 1991 GT Zaskar decals from retrodecals.co.uk

 

[Guinessisgoodforyou]

You should be feeling very pleased with yourself. Nice bike

 

[Black_puma]

You should be feeling very pleased with yourself. Nice bike

Thank you, I am very pleased with how it turned out.
It's definitely a nice addition to my small collection.