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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: September 20, 2021, 11:39:10 AM »
Quote from: scourge on September 18, 2021, 12:06:28 AM
Frame flex shouldn't matter. The 22.2mm is the lower  eyelet that connects to the metal linkage. That thing feels solid. I don't think its going to flex. The .5mm bushings you sent in the link look good, but I think they may be too big. People have said 22.86 works, so 22.2 plus another two .5mm shims give a us 23.2mm. I'm thinking that might be too thick. The shims ar only two bucks so I may order some to try. Your soda can idea is interesting.
0.3mm shims are available
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/4000857907277.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.2ad93c00sm8jy6&mp=1
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/32973709111.html?spm=a2g0o.cart.0.0.2ad93c00sm8jy6&mp=1

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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: September 15, 2021, 01:49:42 PM »
Anyone used the bottom bracket that came with the frame? I measured the bb shell at 92.3-92.5mm. The central sleeve of the bb is barely holding on at that distance. Doesn't seem secure.

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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: September 07, 2021, 09:17:21 PM »
Quote from: JJJ on September 06, 2021, 08:25:28 AM
Can anyone confirm the rear shock mounting hardware? 8x30 and 8x22.?
Measured 22.8 and 30.3mm. The front mount will be less precise as it is a painted surface.
Thinking of using 21.85mm needle bearing and 0.5mm spacers x2.
https://www.enduroforkseals.com/products/rear-suspension/shock-eyelet-bearing-kits/6mm-8mm-thru-bolts/NEEDLE-BEARING-21.85.html

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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: September 02, 2021, 12:25:35 PM »
Quote from: riding_truckee on August 29, 2021, 09:25:32 PM
Some interesting parts of my build:
  • assembling the lower pin of the rear shock was challenging, as I could not find any position of the rear triangle that gave me enough clearance to remove the bolt. I ended up unscrewing the top hinge form the frame (removing the 2 bolts just under the saddle). Not sure if that was the best choice because repositioning the hinge wasn't easy, but it worked
It appears that Haideli recommends the lower link bolt removal. You got it done, so kudos to you! :)
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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: August 26, 2021, 07:59:23 PM »
I am not able to find a 30mm bushing for font mount of the rear shock. Can someone provide me a link please?

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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: August 21, 2021, 07:49:03 PM »
My frame arrived in Ontario, Canada earlier this week. Shipping was fast. Got metallic black. Looks like silver, red and blue glitter within the clearcoat. Here is a vid: https://imgur.com/gallery/QyCEovN
Waiting in a few parts & tools to assemble.

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29er / Re: The shiney new AM831 Group Buy thread!
« on: May 26, 2021, 01:47:02 PM »
Quote from: elgaucher on May 26, 2021, 12:07:31 PM
I have noted 8*20 / 8*30 but I can’t remember from where I got that.

Someone might want to 2x check
I am also interested in this. Does anyone know for sure?

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29er / Re: Chinese Santa Cruz/AM831
« on: May 18, 2021, 03:51:20 PM »
Quote from: scourge on May 18, 2021, 02:47:52 PM
I'm starting to collect parts now. I figure I may as well try a cheap set of Chinese cranks. Anyone know if this one will work? Anyone have any better suggestions?

US $14.03  46%OFF | Crank Set IXF 104 BCD CNC Bicycle Part With BB MTB / Road Without Tralight Bike Accessories Mountain Bike Crankset Crank Arms
https://a.aliexpress.com/_mPixldJ
Reviewed many times on the tube. Trybo is probably the most thorough. He has reviewed other aliexpress parts if interested.


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29er / Re: The shiney new AM831 Group Buy thread!
« on: April 18, 2021, 08:36:10 AM »
From reading threads on other frames I gather issues are not uncommon, specially with early versions.
The fork interference issue was picked up pretty early on this thread and solutions were offered.
I went in expecting this issue so no regrets.

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29er / Re: The shiney new AM831 Group Buy thread!
« on: April 06, 2021, 05:46:09 AM »
Quote from: eminius on April 04, 2021, 05:40:55 PM
watching this thread from day one i am almost ready to pull trigger...few questions..
Is it BSA73 or PF92?
Where is color list?
Will custom tax be paid in advance so the frame will come to my door without hustle with customs?
Shipping in EU around 150ish right?
Here is the BB info from Haideli website. Would the good to confirm though. The headset standard is also unknown.

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29er / Re: The shiney new AM831 Group Buy thread!
« on: April 05, 2021, 01:41:44 PM »
I paid for my small from Eddy.

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29er / Re: The shiney new AM831 Group Buy thread!
« on: April 02, 2021, 02:22:45 PM »
Quote from: scourge on April 02, 2021, 08:55:51 AM
Did everyone else who placed an order have to pay a $30 paypal fee? I want to make sure I'm not the only one.
I was wondering why the quoted price and the PayPal invoice was $30 different. I have not paid yet though.

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29er / Re: The shiney new AM831 Group Buy thread!
« on: March 18, 2021, 09:12:30 PM »
1 Small to Canada.

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29er / Re: Chinese SC/AM831 Group Buy
« on: March 18, 2021, 10:18:14 AM »
Quote from: zilcho on March 16, 2021, 08:03:11 PM
Both of them are listing the frame as 150 rear, 160 front and geometry charts match.  Winow still says 140 rear, 150 front with same geo, too...so idk.  Would be nice to have some clarity on that before purchasing.
The geo looks the same as the hightower so I assume it's the latter. Confirming would be nice though since my fork has a 150mm max.

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29er / Re: Chinese SC/AM831 Group Buy
« on: March 18, 2021, 10:11:01 AM »
Quote from: RobertRinAustin on March 18, 2021, 09:31:53 AM
Miracle has agreed to take individual payments.  Everyone will pay Miracle directly.  See EddScott's thread that is stickied at the top of the 29" section.
It is just GB at this time?

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