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29er / Re: LCFS947 - 160mm 4-bar 27+/29
« on: October 22, 2023, 04:55:17 PM »
Should fit just fine!
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29er / Re: LCFS948 - a new enduro from Light Carbon
« on: October 11, 2023, 11:36:41 PM »Size M will be in end of November or early December. size L takes an extra month
Sweet, would love to know pricing when its been sorted out.
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29er / Re: LCFS948 - a new enduro from Light Carbon
« on: October 02, 2023, 08:18:03 AM »
Is there an ETA on this frame? Spec sheet?
Been on my 947 for almost two years now and a 917 for a year and they’re fantastic. This looks like a welcome addition.
Been on my 947 for almost two years now and a 917 for a year and they’re fantastic. This looks like a welcome addition.
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29er / LCFS947 1 year later
« on: August 29, 2023, 09:58:59 AM »
Just wanted to pop in and say how great the 947 is. I’ve now owned it a year and have been using it as my designated park bike. It’s been setup as a Singlespeed mullet. 170 front travel 155 rear.
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29er / Re: LightCarbon 918?
« on: January 21, 2023, 01:14:58 AM »
Make sure you triple check the torque on the lower shock bolts.
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29er / Re: LCFS958 Build (eventually)
« on: November 07, 2022, 10:31:49 PM »
This is what I named Test Frame 1 (TF1) for the same reason you ask for clarification lol. The replacement front remains on my wall unpainted. Will get around to that off-season, plus have some design in mind on TF2.
The bolts that came with TF1 were not marked with torque specs. The ones that came with TF2 are marked just like they are on my 947. I mentioned this to Wendy and the engineers confirmed it was likely a batch issue.
So as of current I am riding TF1 with TF2 bolts. Torqued to 9.5nm. Haven’t checked since this ride but will update if they’ve become loose.
Frame around the bearings is still solid with no damage other than scratched paint.
The bolts that came with TF1 were not marked with torque specs. The ones that came with TF2 are marked just like they are on my 947. I mentioned this to Wendy and the engineers confirmed it was likely a batch issue.
So as of current I am riding TF1 with TF2 bolts. Torqued to 9.5nm. Haven’t checked since this ride but will update if they’ve become loose.
Frame around the bearings is still solid with no damage other than scratched paint.
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29er / Re: LCFS958 Build (eventually)
« on: November 07, 2022, 03:58:49 PM »
Quick update.
Bike is back together. LC is making me new shock mounting bolts (out of steel this time).
I did have a spare set of aluminum that came with the warrantied front triangle so I mounted my shock and took it back to the park.
Really got the suspension dialed in and this thing absolutely rips. It’s a super playful, nimble frame. The suspension feel in the rear is super predictable and ramps up nicely.
I even lent my 947 to another rider who had interest the frame.
Bike is back together. LC is making me new shock mounting bolts (out of steel this time).
I did have a spare set of aluminum that came with the warrantied front triangle so I mounted my shock and took it back to the park.
Really got the suspension dialed in and this thing absolutely rips. It’s a super playful, nimble frame. The suspension feel in the rear is super predictable and ramps up nicely.
I even lent my 947 to another rider who had interest the frame.
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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: October 29, 2022, 02:19:22 PM »IIRC, no. The shock tunnel is too tight. Some piggyback shocks may also not fit if they are typical length (though sideways piggybacks like the DVO Topaz Gen 3 should fit fine).
Yeah doesn’t seem like anyone has tested it. Maybe I should get that topaz I’ve been eye balling
Do we have a list of compatible shocks compiled?
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29er / Re: The Shiny New AM831 Group Buy (A) Thread!
« on: October 29, 2022, 10:34:07 AM »
I tried looking but can these fit a coil. Found a great deal on a Super Deluxe coil.
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29er / Re: LightCarbon 918?
« on: October 26, 2022, 04:39:42 PM »
https://www.offsetbushings.com/collections/frontpage/products/standard-bushing
Just send them the specs.
Just send them the specs.
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29er / Re: LightCarbon 918?
« on: October 26, 2022, 04:36:26 PM »I have my frame and a in the process of building it up. Where are you guys getting spacers for the rear shock? I have 9mm on either side of the lower shock and I am not able to source anything. Should I just make my own?
Offsetbusings has what you need.
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29er / Re: LCFS947 - 160mm 4-bar 27+/29
« on: October 26, 2022, 11:27:32 AM »Thanks for your reply and sharing your experience.
Light Carbon answered me that the BB will drop 17 mm to 330 mm if I run it as I asked. 330 mm is not too bad and with 165 mm cranks maybe pedal strike want be a problem.
Im really considering this as a fun option :-)
Do it. I have not once considered going back to full 29. But also I only ride my 947 downhill. No pedaling required.
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29er / Re: LCFS947 - 160mm 4-bar 27+/29
« on: October 26, 2022, 05:36:52 AM »has anyone built the LCFS947 as a mullet?
How much will the BB drop with a 27.5" rear wheel, 2.6" and a 29" front wheel, 2.4", and a 160 mm fork?
I’ve been using mine as a mullet for most of this season. Only difference is 29x2.5 front @ 170mm travel, 27.5x2.5 rear.
I’ve not measured the BB drop but it doesn’t seem much diminished. I only pedal strike a little more than as a full 29er but it’s still not common.. that would be solved by going to 165 cranks.
The bike is definitely slower as a mullet but loads more fun to ride. I highly recommend trying it.
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29er / Re: LCFS958 Build (eventually)
« on: October 25, 2022, 05:49:52 PM »
Perhaps one screw sits slightly higher and takes more force? Then, when one snaps the other does too?
That’s precisely what I think happened. If you look at the earlier post this frame had questionable mounting holes upon receiving it which I brought up to LightCarbon who tried assuring me it’s fine. Luckily I pushed for a new front triangle which looks better. New boots are also different than the first set. So we shall see.
Also im not super heavy with riding weight at about 190.
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29er / Re: LCFS958 Build (eventually)
« on: October 24, 2022, 08:27:57 AM »
It wasn’t particularly tight by any means just a pain to actually mount due to very tight clearances. But it was torqued to 9nm a little less than the recommended 10nm but that’s what I use on my 947.
In comparison the 947 shock mounting is far easier to maneuver.
In comparison the 947 shock mounting is far easier to maneuver.