Steven Posted January 8, 2021 Share Hey Everyone. While doing some routine maintenance to my 2014 Specialized Camber 29, I came across a crack to my chainstay, which is obviously not ideal. Specialized SA said I should take it to be welded, but not sure how long this is going to last. I would ideally like to have a replacement, and was wondering if there were any suggestions on where to look or if anyone has a spare one out there. Thanks, Steven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RustyHWR Posted January 8, 2021 Share Hey Everyone.While doing some routine maintenance to my 2014 Specialized Camber 29, I came across a crack to my chainstay, which is obviously not ideal. Specialized SA said I should take it to be welded, but not sure how long this is going to last. I would ideally like to have a replacement, and was wondering if there were any suggestions on where to look or if anyone has a spare one out there. Thanks, StevenGot my Aluminium chainstay on 2013 Epic welded two years ago. Still as good as new. Someone in Wellington did the welding. Can't remember who. AdamA 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilhelm-S Posted January 8, 2021 Share I recon post a WANTED advert on Bikehub - you never know who might have triangles in their boot. Or someone with a damaged frame... your best chance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Wheel Base Posted January 8, 2021 Share If you have it welded properly it will be good for many more miles. I don't know why people are scared of having their frames welded, as long as it's done properly. Don't take it to that oke on the side of the road that does exhausts. _David_ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stephen Colton Posted January 8, 2021 Share Someone had a 2014 epic chainstay for sale on the hub yesterday. Not sure it'll fit the camber though. Looks the same Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harryn Posted January 8, 2021 Share Why is this not covered by the frame warranty? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danger Dassie Posted January 8, 2021 Share Why is this not covered by the frame warranty?Outside of warranty. Think the chain/seat stays carry a 5 year warrant and a lifetime warranty applies on the mainframe. Harryn 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 28, 2022 Share Just a follow up to my previous post! It has been just over a year now and after I couldn’t find a replacement part, I had the crack welded & reinforced. it last extremely well, until I did an inspection this morning and found it had cracked again, right next to the repaired section. The repair was definitely worth the money spent, but now off to search for a replacement, until a new bike is feasible. Please let me know if anyone is selling or has seen a replacement chain stay - thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebob Posted January 28, 2022 Share Please please please, give your chain a clean! _David_, Michael S, Long Wheel Base and 2 others 2 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_David_ Posted January 28, 2022 Share Sheesh... that chain Edited January 28, 2022 by _David_ ChrisL and Michael S 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jewbacca Posted January 28, 2022 Share As an aside, how often do you check your linkage bearings? Those sorts of cracks usually happen when bearings get notchy or seize. 1 ride in the mud can do it and all it takes is 1 of the 8 bearings to be gunky before everything breaks down. Headshot 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hansolo Posted January 28, 2022 Share Ouch! I broke the chainstay on my 2014 Rocky Mountain Instinct and luckily they still had stock available. If I'm not mistaken as Stumpjumper swingarm could also work for your Camber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobbyBehan Posted January 28, 2022 Share Hello Steven, This is Bobby Behan here from Specialized Bicycles. I stumbled across your post this morning and remembered seeing some older parts a few days ago in our storage room. The team did some digging and we've found you a chainstay. The team are going to reach out to you directly and send the chainstay to your preferred local Specialized Retailer. There is no charge for the chainstay, there will be some labour at the store to fit it. We'll leave that between you and the retailer. Have a top weekend. Jewbacca, Trashy, Headshot and 10 others 9 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thebob Posted January 28, 2022 Share Well done Bobby & team. But still, that chain..... Headshot and Long Wheel Base 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headshot Posted January 28, 2022 Share 18 minutes ago, BobbyBehan said: Hello Steven, This is Bobby Behan here from Specialized Bicycles. I stumbled across your post this morning and remembered seeing some older parts a few days ago in our storage room. The team did some digging and we've found you a chainstay. The team are going to reach out to you directly and send the chainstay to your preferred local Specialized Retailer. There is no charge for the chainstay, there will be some labour at the store to fit it. We'll leave that between you and the retailer. Have a top weekend. That's awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steven Posted January 28, 2022 Share 2 hours ago, BobbyBehan said: Hello Steven, This is Bobby Behan here from Specialized Bicycles. I stumbled across your post this morning and remembered seeing some older parts a few days ago in our storage room. The team did some digging and we've found you a chainstay. The team are going to reach out to you directly and send the chainstay to your preferred local Specialized Retailer. There is no charge for the chainstay, there will be some labour at the store to fit it. We'll leave that between you and the retailer. Have a top weekend. Hi Bobby, That is absolutely fantastic news! Thank-you so so much 🙏🙏 I look forward to hearing from the team and enjoying the trails again!! Will definitely attend to the chain and give her a new lease on the trails👍🏻 thebob 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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