Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share Shot guys... A couple of finishing touches needed, like setting the brakes and putting a 180mm rotor on the back (now possible thanks to the duff adapter sizing) then some touch-ups on the parts that got damaged on assembly. Then the setup begins! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noneking Posted September 3, 2011 Share Hey bro! Glad you're still with us, after your multi-million rand payout ;-) They have internet in Monaco I'll have you know!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricorn Posted September 3, 2011 Share omw.. now that is a DH sled. congratulations Mayhem: SUPERB WORK! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share Okay - sliiiight problem. I ordered a 121mm BB instead of a 125mm. Damn. Anyway - basically, the non-drive side crank was fouling against the BB cup, causing the cranks to rub horribly, and come to a grinding halt mid-stroke. Not cool. So... Enter hacksaw. I just removed the non-drive side BB cup's lip, so that I can insert it further into the shell without having the flange sticking out. I figure that this won't really hamper performance, as the plastic BB cup is just there to provide a bit of support on the spline itself, and isn't really performing any sort of ancillary function (water would get into the assembly regardless, and it is a sealed BB anyway) So - the cup is now sitting 2mm inside the BB shell, and the Cranks have ample clearance. All she needs now is a bit more pre-load on the rear, and a bit less rebound damping on the front. Oh - and new fork oil as well! BUT - She's ready to ride! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share omw.. now that is a DH sled. congratulations Mayhem: SUPERB WORK! Shot bro! can't wait to take her for a spin! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share Finished at 03h20 - like your priorities Lol! I roped in a mate of mine to help with the initial assembly of frame, fork, shifter, front brake etc. Rear had to be jimmied a bit, so I did that myself (as well as put the BB, cranks & iDrive assembly on) after he left... at 1h30 am. My neighbours couldn't have liked me though, seeing as there was a drill going through aluminium at 2h30! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubba Posted September 3, 2011 Share Dude, do you have a wife, or is that just a story you tell peope? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geecee Posted September 3, 2011 Share Dude, do you have a wife, or is that just a story you tell peope? +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share Dude, do you have a wife, or is that just a story you tell peope? Erm... She comes out of the cupboard every now and again. I'm also constantly in the ***. Just the level that's different... My link Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share proof... I know how doubtful some guys can be on here! oh - and if in doubt, refer to Capricorn & Pain or Shine... They'll back me up here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Capricorn Posted September 3, 2011 Share true story there myles.. did u change the oil yet? oh and nice to know u a fellow Matie, maaitjie Edited September 3, 2011 by Capricorn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chubba Posted September 3, 2011 Share proof... I know how doubtful some guys can be on here! oh - and if in doubt, refer to Capricorn & Pain or Shine... They'll back me up here. Photoshoped! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share Photoshoped! Damn. You caught me out... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wesley_r Posted September 3, 2011 Share Damn. You caught me out... and you set up 2 fake facebook accounts, just to convince people you're married. a bit flippin extreme hey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share and you set up 2 fake facebook accounts, just to convince people you're married. a bit flippin extreme hey Ja, and I had all those photos on my HDD. Took a lot of time to PS all those different pics! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Share so I'm going for the test-ride tomorrow PM in Tokai. Got my FF helmet, knee guards & a bucket-load of false confidence. I'm going to be tuning the suspension for my weight & characteristics. Could take a while, swwing as how much fun I';m going to be having just riding the thing. AND - I can ride it UP to the TOP! It has an AM style seatpost height when at max extension. Bring. It. On! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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