LCFS 958 build help

[MtbNewbie]

Planning to build a LCFS958, Trail bike.
A few questions from a total newbie.
Is this a easy frame to build out?Any gotchas people encountered?
Does anyone have a part list that would work with it or are willing to help me with? I am looking for a middle of the pack groupset, and suspension components- nothing exotic. Ditto for wheelset- possibly carbon from same company.
I am in the Midwest and a beginner .Will not be doing any aggressive riding at all. Mostly flowy trails.
I understand this is too generic, please be kind

[FlaMtnBkr]

Hey, surprised you haven't gotten a reply. I'm not sure how much help I'll be as I'm just getting back into bikes but it's not too difficult. You might want to start with a budget to get component selection going in right direction. I've always liked shimano so a 1x12 Deore or SLX group would make for a great first bike. For suspension you could look at lightly used stuff from pinkbike classifieds. And once you get some more specific questions you will probably get more answers. Maybe see if you can find someone on YouTube with the frame and message them to see if they have a parts list?

I don't know what the difference in the frames is, but check out this thread: https://forums.mtbr.com/29er-bikes/light-carbon-fs937-downcountry-29er-build-1101497.html


Good luck and don't be too discouraged by the lack of replies. This place can get slow at times and I get the feeling that many of us are looking at these frames but haven't built one yet so can't give more detailed info but that's just an impression I get from reading here for a while.

[MtbNewbie]

Thanks so much for your reply. I have started a build sheet and am sharing here for comment.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_F2xm_M6cPIyJpNNlmD10ZPZvjF7xL6VpS0uM9e33pQ/edit?usp=drivesdk

Hopefully this can help other newbies like me.

Thanks

[StefanB]

I recieved my frame today and will also start my build. First impression of the frame is very positive. I also ordered carbon wheels and a steem from Light Carbon.

[MtbNewbie]

That's great, How long did it take for delivery? What wheelset did you order?And pricing?( If you do not mind)

Thanks

[StefanB]

"LCFS958
-19''-BSA-UD-M"   "650b plus/29er Trail full suspension mountain bike carbon frame.
Including frame/seat clamp +rear thru-axle.
Size 19'', BSA bottom bracket. M12x148mm (boost) thru-axle rear dropout.
Max tire clearance: 650bx2.8'' or 29erx2.4''.
Suitable rear shock size: 165x45mm (trunnion).
UD matte finish. "   set   1   US$530    

"350MB-AD933-Race
-28/28H-UD-M"   "DT350S MTB Boost 29er carbon clincher wheelset.
Rims: AD933-TR (asymmetry, 29er, 33mm width). 28/28H.
          UD matte finish.
Hubs: DT350S MTB Boost, 6-bolt disc. With Sram 11/12s XD cassette body.
         front: M15x110mm, rear: M12x148mm thru-axle type.
Spokes: Sapim Race spokes (black). With nipples (black)."   pair   1   US$479    

Shipping cost   Shipping by EMS express.         US$237

I think they sent the frame 10-12 days after my order. a few days later it arrived in Sweden but then the swedish Postal service took 2.5 weeks to handle it and deliver it.

On the price I also paid VAT and toll costs.

[MtbNewbie]

Thanks for your response.

[StefanB]

Received the LCFS958 frame, still waiting for the right hardware for the shock-mount. Branded it and put on frame protection on crucial places.

Heard rumors of people having problems that the suspension eats bearing. Anyone that can tell me more about that. Problems and solutions?

[MtbNewbie]

That looks really good.

[MtbNewbie]

Thanks so much for your reply. I have started a build sheet and am sharing here for comment.
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1_F2xm_M6cPIyJpNNlmD10ZPZvjF7xL6VpS0uM9e33pQ/edit?usp=drivesdk

Hopefully this can help other newbies like me.

Thanks

Updated with most items, still undecided on shocks. Any suggestions?

Thanks

[endurik]

Received the LCFS958 frame

how much does it weight?

[StefanB]

The frame in size L is 2.8 kg.

Testing the parts together before I start mounting the Magura brakes, SRAM crankset and groupset.

My first ordered dropperpost was to high with 170 mm travel, so I sent it back and I have ordered a new one with 125 mm travel.

I have also ordered a new Stem Ø35mm to fit the carbon handlebar I ordered from Light Carbon. The stem I have is for  Ø31,8mm.

But so far I am very happy with how well build the frame is. The finish is good and everything fits nice in place.

[MtbNewbie]

Here is my build

[MtbNewbie]

One more picture

[carbonazza]

One more picture

New bikes are beautiful 
You should have the front brake hose inside the fork.