See likes

See likes given/taken


Posts you liked

Pages: 1 ... 5 6 [7]
Post info No. of Likes
Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Quote from: curvenut on May 06, 2023, 06:01:11 AM
I am about to buy this frame but the spacers and c ring  problem with the headset people have like Zdrenka89 and berndson is a bummer.  Seems like a hit or miss with this frame.

I am wondering if the vbr 177 had less problem ??

hi there, - together with the 168 frame i bought a 177 for a friend which we've just built last week. Bearings, c-ring, headset, everything in that area is identical between both mentioned frames. Anyway, that really simple fix with the vice worked for me and workes for my friend, so don't see this as a blocker! Despite that the only further "fix" was a small 0.25mm shim between C-Clip and dust cap since without it the gap seemed a little too narrow for me so i just used it. You will get such a shim in almost every local bike shop which does repairs.

Altough i wrote about several "issues" with the frames, i would buy it again!  I wanted to point out some weaknesses and fixes to help others, not to complain.  For me its still a great deal, its just fact that most people will need to do some small adjustments and fixes in order to build a bike without any functional drawbacks which makes them happy. 
May 07, 2023, 04:25:15 PM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Quote from: BerndSon on May 05, 2023, 03:55:41 PM
The C Ring is way too stiff since its just massive. Due to that, the headset needs to be compressed with a lot higher force than its made for in order to cause the elastic deformation of the C clip which is needed to close the gap between inner bearing ring and fork tube (which is what it is all about in order to avoid headset play).
I guess this is why many people complain about headset play even though they tightened everything. Also the stated problems with de-formed top caps might be a result of the high compression forces.

Good observations and definitely true. I cant believe so many Chinese framesets use this C-ring design. To stiff and too open. All this compression on this C-ring will just end up scoring your headset bearings.
May 09, 2023, 04:10:25 AM 		1
Re: Shimano crank power meter There are minimal differences for the crank itself. 105 5800 is not gonna be too much worse than R8100. I'd recommend watching GPLama tests before buying but afaik all of these brands make good crank PMs
I would recommend looking at american brands too, 4iiii and stages. They're almost as cheap really.
https://www.bike24.com/p2676869.htm

I have 2 105 powermeter cranks that I bought from bike24, 202€ and 178€ respectively. They go on sale quite often
May 10, 2023, 04:44:12 AM 		1
Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame Hi all - We just posted an updated regarding a newly designed c ring here: http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,4183.msg46386.html#msg46386

Please check it out!
May 29, 2023, 02:32:37 PM 		1
Re: Unreadable Topic: "VeloBuild Headset Play Issue" Talked to Chris and looks like my C ring is on the way.

Though, observing the design I am now curious how does it solve the play issue exactly - is the main cut-out smaller than before? Also can someone explain how does that small slit on the outer curvature help grip steerer better - not being snarky, I am just curious.
May 31, 2023, 11:54:16 AM 		1
Re: Unreadable Topic: "VeloBuild Headset Play Issue" OK, so I fixed the situation pretty easily. I bought the Deda compression ring 45 degrees:



First I sawed the largest part of the top (circa 2mm I guess) with a hacksaw and then I ground the top down a smal bit at a time with a Dremel tool till it was at the correct height to compress correctly but also not leave a gap between the frame and the headset cover (there is still a very minimal gap say 0,5mm). I also used a Deda 70mm expander plug to get a bit more grip while tightening the top cap. No play anymore and a very cheap solution.
June 03, 2023, 07:03:06 AM 		1
Re: Full integrated carbon bar with positive angle I don't think those exist.

I would recommend you look for bike with endurance or gravel geometry, so you can have lower reach and higher stack.
June 17, 2023, 01:46:20 AM 		1
Re: Recommendation for a side load Carbon bottle cage it's not chinese brand but I love this granite side loader cage

https://granite-design.com/products/aux-bottle-cage
May 03, 2024, 11:12:28 AM 		1
Re: Recommendation for a side load Carbon bottle cage These impressed me enough that I'm using them on my road and gravel bikes: https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805834827357.html
May 03, 2024, 12:59:52 PM 		1