Been going over my Fire Mountain identifying what needs attention and found a few issues which need to be addressed. I have posted a couple of issues in my original Fire Mountain thread but am gonna repeat them here as I really am clueless right now, so, lets go....
Got an issues with my chain where it slackens right off if I peddle backwards, the rear mech pulls right up and it sags above the chain stay, could that be a chain length issue as I seem to remember I may have removed a link or two last time I rode it. Going through the gears is smooth and easy so don't think it is a mech setup issue.
I also need a new axle for my bottom bracket but have no idea what size I'm looking for, ideally I would like to upgrade to a new XT BB.
Brake levers and some kind of modification to the brakes is also on the list as one of the more important things to do, Ideally I want XT again, can I get away with V Brakes without the need for any major modifications? The Kona Curve cantis are kind of appealing but are they worth considering if I stick with original brake system?
Got an issues with my chain where it slackens right off if I peddle backwards, the rear mech pulls right up and it sags above the chain stay, could that be a chain length issue as I seem to remember I may have removed a link or two last time I rode it. Going through the gears is smooth and easy so don't think it is a mech setup issue.
I also need a new axle for my bottom bracket but have no idea what size I'm looking for, ideally I would like to upgrade to a new XT BB.
Brake levers and some kind of modification to the brakes is also on the list as one of the more important things to do, Ideally I want XT again, can I get away with V Brakes without the need for any major modifications? The Kona Curve cantis are kind of appealing but are they worth considering if I stick with original brake system?