Bike build

[Ryinc]

So a couple of months ago, i decided that i would like to go through the experience of learning how to build up a bike. I realised i knew very little about the mechanics of the bike and that the best way to learn would be to do a build project.

 

I saved where i could and picked up the bits and pieces month by month, as well as a basic tool kit. I am now at the stage where i think i have everything that i need to put the bike together. However i am a bit nervous to try and do the thing on my own, some parts seem easy but installing STIs etc looks a bit tricky and would not like to cock it up. So Is there anybody who has good knowledge of how to build up a bike who would be willing to teach me? The budget has now been spent on the all the parts so i can't really offer to pay you for your knowledge but my experience has been that teaching somebody something you are passionate about is its own reward...but just in case thats not sufficient i will be sure to throw in a case of beers to whoever is prepared to teach me

 

If this sounds like something you would be willing to do you can send me a PM or contact me on 072 437 1255

 

Regards

Ryan

[gongmech]

Where u based Ryan??

 

I'd be happy to give u a hand and we'll even turn it into a learning workshop to teach some of my friends who need a little maintenance skills..but only if u live in CT.

[malwyn]

I found bicycletutor.com had a some great videos of how to do the basic maintenance on bikes. Helped me alot!

[DomJBo]

If you tell us where you are based then someone might be able to help you.

[DomJBo]

If you tell us where you are based then someone might be able to help you.

[Ryinc]

Hi guys

 

Thanks for all the replies, much appreciated. Sorry for only replying now - things a bit busy at work.

 

Gongmech, thanks so much for the offer but unfortunately i am in Johannesburg - sounds like it would have been perfect arrangement and would have been fun to do it with a few guys.

 

Malwyn, thanks i have looked at and use bicycletutor - agree that it is very good. however does not cover all the topics e.g. sti installation does not seem to be covered. Also sense that somebody actually teaching you in person may just be that much more educational.

 

Humming bird, I am in Johannesburg (near Randburg but obviously happy to travel to surrounding areas), thanks for pointing this out.

 

Thanks again guys

[Choppie]

Ryinc, if you find someone and need to get a few people together for a workshop you can count me in. I also still need to learn alot. I'm also in Jhb near Randburg.

[David Marshall]

I'm happy to help - have the tools and expertise. Based near Lonehill - Midrand.

Will pm contact details.

[Guest Iron]

Also happy to help , Im in Edenvale been in the industry for most of my life. Nothing better than working on your own steed.

 

Let me know if you need additional help anytime.

[Ryinc]

Hi guys

 

Thanks for the positive feedback, it is great to know that guys are willing to help.

 

I have spoken to Chowder and he is going to help me (he replied first so i contacted him).

 

Iron, thanks so much for being willing to share your knowledge. If for some reason Chowder and my schedules cant work, i might still contact you.

 

Choppie, if you send me your email address via pm, i will let you know when i schedule the build with Chowder. I have already spoken to him and he does not seem to mind if other guys join in, i don't mind either.