Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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!
Noneking Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 Hey bro! Glad you're still with us, after your multi-million rand payout ;-) They have internet in Monaco I'll have you know!!!
Capricorn Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 omw.. now that is a DH sled. congratulations Mayhem: SUPERB WORK!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 omw.. now that is a DH sled. congratulations Mayhem: SUPERB WORK! Shot bro! can't wait to take her for a spin!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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!
Chubba Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 Dude, do you have a wife, or is that just a story you tell peope?
geecee Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 Dude, do you have a wife, or is that just a story you tell peope? +1
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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.
Capricorn Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 (edited) 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
Chubba Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 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!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 Photoshoped! Damn. You caught me out...
wesley_r Posted September 3, 2011 Posted September 3, 2011 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
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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!
Captain Fastbastard Mayhem Posted September 3, 2011 Author Posted September 3, 2011 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!
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