Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build

[Snacks]

Here's my AM831 build. Going with 27.5 wheels since I want a more nimble bike.

If you're wondering, monsuta is the brand I've been putting on my bikes.

Not sure what "monster" to theme after . Hellcat, demon linx, or maybe kitsune. I was thinking of something fast and agile. I also like the cannondale ,rapha, palace collab bike and was thinking of doing some kind of sticker bomb with some stuff that I've drawn(hence the thread title). In any case there's still time to figure this out.

Part list

Frame :AM831 size S
Drivetrain: Shimano deore m6100
Cassette:sram nx 11-50
Crankset:Goldix shimano direct mount w/34t chainring
Brakes:Meroca mt420
Rotors: sram 203mm r
Chain:Goldix 12 speed oil slick
Stem: ztto 50mm oil slick
Handlebar: race face carbon bars 760mm
Wheels:mach1 trucky 30
Tires: maxxis minion dhf upfront and agressor rear tubless
Fork:sr suntour durolux 36
Shock: rockshox super deluxe select
Hardware :fox 8x30 up front and rockshox 8x23 (which I shaved down a bit ) in the back
Seatpost: KS exo-form 900i dropper 150mm
Saddle:wtb volt
Pedals:tanke tp-50 oil slick
Valve stem: botany 40mm valve stem oils slick
Frame protection- 3M scotchgard pro series

didnt use a reverse angle spacer or any taller crown race yet since the fork doesnt hit the downtube when i take the caps off the fork. dont think it will affect anything with them off. maybe dirt ingress but currently trying to design a low profile version of the caps to 3d print and install . also ordered a couple off of aliexpress hoping they will fit or i can modify them to not hit the frame

[Snacks]

installed the shock. had to grind down the hardware for the rear as it was 8x23 and the space is measuring to 22.86.

i would be rushing through this build so i can head out and ride it but im still waiting on shifter/RD so no point in doing so.

[jonnybearback]

Finish looks pretty good!
With that white.. I'd go Smallfoot
 I'd probably chase (wet and dry) the paint out of the BB shell before installing the bearinsg though.

[piciu256]

Will be interested how it rides with 27.5 wheels, mainly concerned about the low BB height.

[Snacks]

Finish looks pretty good!
With that white.. I'd go Smallfoot
 I'd probably chase (wet and dry) the paint out of the BB shell before installing the bearinsg though.

To be honest, the finish is alright . chips around headset and lower link bolts from the factory. its also quite soft, a bolt from the upper link slipped from my hand and hit the downtube and chipped the paint. maybe this is normal but i didnt expect if from a 2-3in drop. so i definitely need to wrap this to keep whats left on the frame.

yea i was thinking a yeti but there seems to be a brand based around that already haha

and definitely cleaned out the bb shell of all paint before installing

[Snacks]

got a lot more done

[Snacks]

i also sanded the inside of the seat post a bit since there was the tiny sliver of what looked like excess resin holding the seat post from going in all the way.

[Snacks]

i just realized i mentioned the seat post but posted other pictures .

[Snacks]

Came out pretty good

[carbonazza]

i just realized i mentioned the seat post but posted other pictures .

What is this nice bike stand ?

[Snacks]

What is this nice bike stand ?

Just one that I made from a speaker stand and a wall mount I had laying around.

[SVChucko]

Where did you get the decals made?

[Snacks]

Where did you get the decals made?

I made them myself . decided to stick with vinyl over the water slide decals since it seemed like a pain to transfer . i use mecolour printable vinyl and a cricut maker

[Snacks]

Thinking of building some 29" wheels with these hubs for those times I want to swap to some bigger wheels.

Couldn't find many reviews on them but they look like dt swiss 350s. Im hoping they're at least decent .

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mqYetgb

[Snacks]

ended up getting the +3mm cane creek crown race . better than nothing but the knob and caps on the fork still hit the middle of the down tube. although, it does clear it completely if i remove those now