Bit off topic mate
And so it begins...again - the Fire Mountain weight Loss project
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you're probably not far off mate, i cant pick it up as it's too bulky so we will never know! i also can't afford carbon! have you not seen how cheap i am with what i buy?
i appreciate someone coming back to me on the drivetrain question! are the shimano compatible? I can't afford new front ring, chain, wheels, mech, shifter AND cassette all at once!
this made me chuckle....if there is any more bench talk i might have to change the name of the threadBit off topic mate
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So the FM is at 11.8kg, or 26lbs.
Pretty happy with that all things considered. The new frame has that down to about 11kg and I still have wheels and drivetrain to mess with.
Started to flat back the new frame today but it is one of many projects this summer!
Pretty happy with that all things considered. The new frame has that down to about 11kg and I still have wheels and drivetrain to mess with.
Started to flat back the new frame today but it is one of many projects this summer!
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Long time since posting! Been wrestling with a few personal things so not much progress.
I've finally got the FM fully functional so I'm using it on rides with the kids.
And I've fully removed all the decals and I think all the clear coat from the Kula. Gonna grab some paint stripper to get rid of the rest and do a bare metal respray. I found a guy on YouTube called ETOE; German chap that does some real high quality custom frame stuff, and he's done a few tutorials using graffiti paint, so I'm gonna give that a go.
I've also picked up some Manitou SX Ti 100mm forks in need of a service and refurb. I've always wanted a set and although not period correct for the frame I'm really pleased with them
I have a colour scheme in mind too...not blue @dyson, sorry
I've finally got the FM fully functional so I'm using it on rides with the kids.
And I've fully removed all the decals and I think all the clear coat from the Kula. Gonna grab some paint stripper to get rid of the rest and do a bare metal respray. I found a guy on YouTube called ETOE; German chap that does some real high quality custom frame stuff, and he's done a few tutorials using graffiti paint, so I'm gonna give that a go.
I've also picked up some Manitou SX Ti 100mm forks in need of a service and refurb. I've always wanted a set and although not period correct for the frame I'm really pleased with them
I have a colour scheme in mind too...not blue @dyson, sorry
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That guy has some serious skills.bare metal respray. I found a guy on YouTube called ETOE; y
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So I've got my Manitou forks through the post and they seem very stiff, although I haven't fitted them to anything.
Anyone know what year they are and where I can find a service manual?
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Anyone know what year they are and where I can find a service manual?
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