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rpnyc:
Hi All,

Long time lurker, first time registering and posting. After reading numerous threads and reviews, I figured I'd give the Chinese carbon frames a try. Only issue is that I've never build a bicycle from the frame up before. So prior to jumping into the deep end, I figured I'd reach out to the community and ask for some advice.

1. Is there a master list of essential tools necessary to build a bike
2. I was going to use youtube videos as a guide, are there any particular videos or websites that you recommend
3. Any hiccups or extra difficult sections I should be aware of? Perhaps tips and tricks to overcome these obstacles

Any advice will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

MTB2223:
Hi,

on the parktool site is a nice Recommended Tool Lists:
http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help?query=&sort=postDate+desc&area%5B%5D=59

Youtube: use good search words, like "rear derailleur adjustments" or something like that

Tips:
- When carbon parts are involved always use a Torque Wrench and carbon paste. ALWAYS!!! Never over tighten, read the instructions of the parts. My onw rule, don't use more than 4nm on carbon parts. Use carbon paste between your seatpost and frame, between the (carbon/aluminium) stem and your carbon handle bar. But it's not needed when the stem and handle bare are made of alu.
- Use mounting paste for everything that should be tightened, like BSA bottom brackets, screws of the stem, pedals.
- Use locktide for screws of the rear hangers, brake bolts, disk bolts.
- And use grease on all spinning parts, examples: on the crank axle, on the outside of the bearings (and inside, but most of the time it's already lubricated) to keep water outside, wheel axles. When everything is on his place, remove the excess grease (don't know if I say this right, but the grease what is to much)

Good luck.

FirstCFbike:
This is what I got to build my bike... as you, this was my first build.  I have a thread in this forum with all the details of my build, check it out

http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,1205.0.html

Tools (all ordered from Amazon).  I was installing Shimano Ultegra on my bike... your tools might vary depending on the brand of the groupset... :
Park Tool Mini Chain Brute Chain Tool - CT-5 - US$15.26
Hozan 4th Hand Brake Tool - US$17.04
Best Value Torque Wrench Set - IRONARM Torque Wrench Bike. Good Bicycle Repair Tools and Allen Key Set - US$43.95
Park Tool BBT-9 Bottom Bracket Tool to remove and install Shimano Hollowtech II bottom brackets. - US$19.34
Finish Line Ceramic Grease 2-Ounce Tube US$9.96
Park Tool SAC-2 Lube Assembly Compound (4-Ounce)
Shimano Hollowtech-II crank-arm/cap tool, TL-FC16 - US$5.32
Park Tool FR-5G Cassette Lockring Tool with Guide Pin
XLC Pro Cable and Housing Cutter
Stanley 85-753 22 Piece Long Arm SAE & Metric Hex Key Set
Flexible Bike Cycling Bicycle BMX Chain Whip Wheel Sprocket Remove Tool
Blue Loctite
Phillips and Flat screwdrivers in different sizes...

You will need a hacksaw, tape, measuring tape, etc. to cut the fork tube.
Black electrical tape (or color of choice) for when installing the bar tape...

A bike stand is great... I got a very inexpensive one from the oddest place... a supermarket.  Aldis had one on special for around 30.00.  Works great!

I think that is it...

Have fun with your build!!

tripleDot:
Are you assembling your bike because you want to or is it because you don't have much of a choice (i.e. bike shops too far, too expensive, you hate the mechanic, or you slept with the mechanic's wife... errr, just kidding there). You might want to check out the local bike shops, they may offer full or partial services that may save you some money. There are some tools that are too expensive in relation to the number of times you'd use them. Like say a press-fit tool, it might be more economical to have it done by a mechanic.

rpnyc:
Thanks for all the tips guys!

FirstCFbike: I read through your build, your frame is actually the one I was thinking about purchasing in gloss 3k. On a mechanical skill level of 1-10. 1 being someone who barely knows how to use a screw driver and 10 being someone who can rebuild an engine. How mechanically inclined would one have to be to complete this project

TripleDot: I definitely see your point. I ride a used 2016 Specialized Diverge that I got from a garage sale ($200 I couldn't say no). So this project will be my first real plunge into the expensive world of bikes. But I'm leaning towards assembling my own bike. Correct me if I'm wrong but...although the initial cost of purchasing all the tools (and the fear of me ultimately failing and having to bring it into the LBS) is daunting. Considering this build will most likely provide me with the knowledge of all the ins and outs of bike components, I figured it'll save me time and money in the long run. In the future, all maintenance and issues can be resolved at home vs a visit to the LBS and paying $70 for a tune up.

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