Want to build an SS from GT Karakoram 1.0

[Markdeep]

Hi Guys,

 

I want to build up a SS from a GT Karakoram 1.0 frame , this bike : http://www.bikeradar.com/gear/category/bikes/mountain-bikes/product/review-gt-karakoram-1-0-29er-11-40924/

 

Firstly is this possible with this frame and secondly is there somebody in JHB you can recommend that can help me get this built?

 

Thanks

[Raab]

Jip is def possible with that frame, that is an awesome colour.

 

Why not build it yourself?

All you need is a few bits and bolts

[shaper]

yes you can

 

Strip everything off if complete bike, shifters, FD, RD, cassette.... otherwise fit everything else excluding those items.

 

Use the existing crank, (not sure whether 2 blade or 3 blade) and fit a 32T chainring (is what most start with), if 2 blade then the small chainring bolts will be ok, else if a 3 blade crank then you will need short chainring bolts which you can get from your LBS.

 

Install a SS cog (16T or 18T) in place of the cassette http://www.rapide.co...d-Sprocket.aspx or http://www.bikebits....g.aspx?cid=1228, your LBS may also have the spacer kit

 

You will probably need to fit a tensioner, this one comes with the spacer kit and cog http://dialdbikes.co...ersion-kit.html

 

The crank chainring and rear cog need to be in perfect line, otherwise chain will come off cog. (use a straight piece of wood or something as by eye is often not good enough to get perfectly straight)

 

refit chain shortening as far as possible and take up any slack using the tensioner.

 

finish the beer, sit back and enjoy your handy work... then go ride!!

Edited December 4, 2013 by shaper

[jcmeyerSS]

For some beer I can help you out.

[Markdeep]

Jip is def possible with that frame, that is an awesome colour.

 

Why not build it yourself?

All you need is a few bits and bolts

 

Yeah I think it will look pretty cool ! Going to attempt that after the awesome instructions from shaper ! And may need to bribe JC with beer for help

[Markdeep]

For some beer I can help you out.

 

Thanks for the offer may need to take you up on that ! Much beer will be arranged

[shaper]

Lots of questions you will have, most been asked here https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/116927-lots-of-questions-for-my-ss-build/

 

Else most queries can be found and answered in the fixie and singlespeed forum threads.

 

Feel free to ask as well

[jcmeyerSS]

Thanks for the offer may need to take you up on that ! Much beer will be arranged

you just let me know when bud.

Myself and rouxtjie live opposite each other in a complex in Northriding near fourways and between our two garages we have built up 5 SSer and we have all the tools, bits'n'pieces and fridges. your welcome to pull through here for an afternoon. Maybe we can convince Mrs rouxtjie to cook us her famous Tatoe skins and tan a chop.

Edited December 4, 2013 by jcmeyerSS

[Markdeep]

 

you just let me know when bud.

Myself and rouxtjie live opposite each other in a complex in Northriding near fourways and between our two garages we have built up 5 SSer and we have all the tools, bits'n'pieces and fridges. your welcome to pull through here for an afternoon. Maybe we can convince Mrs rouxtjie to cook us her famous Tatoe skins and tan a chop.

 

Thx Jc that would be awesome , I will pick up the bike when I'm in harties this weekend and give you a shout next week.

[jcmeyerSS]

cool stuff

[the nerd]

You okes are just the tits hey.

 

Makes me proud to be apart of the SS fraternity.

 

Give me a shout if you need any parts. I think I have a tensioner in a box somewhere.

[theRussian]

Hope you finished this build? JC and Routjie helped me a lot with advice on my build. I've done almost a 1000 no nonsense km's on her since then. Must say, I do enjoy the SS fraternity. :-)