So is it ok to use Fox 22.86mm mounting hardware in the back? Or is it not the right fit? Too tight? Is it better to get 22mm and buy some spacers?

I bought an Iveke cheap Chinese carbon bar. I will let you guys know if it snaps on me.

Yeah this is my first bike build and I have no idea on shock mounting hardware.

In the new group buy thread, the photos Eddy posted have a chain stay protector. Did your frame come with one?

I'm still confused if it's going to be 150mm or 160mm front travel. I thought it was decided it was 150mm, but in Eddy's own post it says 160mm front travel. I'm ready to pull the trigger on a fork, but not sure what travel to order.

But I'm not one of those guys that are trying to make it look like a Hightower. There are people on here buying decals for their frames to make it look like they have whatever brand's top model. That's not me. It doesn't bother me if you want to do that. If you do, go for it. Whatever. But I'd rather not go that route.

I chose orange because it's my favorite color. So I'm not disappointed at all, just wish Santa Cruz chose a different color. Whatever I guess.

I ordered some Silt wheels for mine.

I think you could keep riding it until the replacement arrives.