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29er / Re: IP-256SL build [disclaimer: questions inside]
« on: February 25, 2015, 04:26:33 PM »
About the shiftercable:
- first make the correct length of the housing (you call it outer cable) for the part between frame and shifter (don't make it to short)
- install end cap on the housing/cable
- Connect cable to the shifter
- Put the cable in the housing
- put the cable then in your frame
- when it comes out the frame, install last part of the housing (don't forget the two end caps)
- install shifter to the handlebar (you could do it some steps earlier)
- install the derailleur
- connect cable to the derailleur.

Please consider running the shifter cable full housing through the frame. I did. I drilled out the cable stops in the frame (at the top and at the rear). I hope this won't happen to me: http://forums.mtbr.com/29er-bikes/chinese-carbon-29er-640919-post11778869.html#post11778869


About the brakeline:
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http://chinertown.com/index.php/topic,375.0.html

Yes, both on the left. The cables will make a nice curve.

And take a look to these instruction video's, especially this one: "How to Adjust Shimano Rear Derailleurs"


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Component Deals & Selection / Re: novatec hubs from iplay
« on: February 25, 2015, 09:40:07 AM »
Novatec seems to have a pretty decent range of information available on issuu.com. I used their hub catalog to get the info on the hubs on the fat bike so I could order the spokes before I had the hubs in hand.
Yes, I've got a reply of one of the distributors with this link: http://issuu.com/novatecwheels/docs/novatec_hubs_guide_2014

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: novatec hubs from iplay
« on: February 25, 2015, 07:09:33 AM »
Got replies from some distributors. Some useful, some unuseful.

Polish distributor:
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For D772SB hubs NOVATEC is using #6902 sealed bearings. Measurements of those bearings are: outside diameter 28mm / width 7mm / inside diameter 15mm. I'm sure that you will be able to find that kind of bearings in some shops with sealded bearings. Our price is about 2,50EUR per 1pcs but the shipping costs to Netherlands will be about 5EUR by Polish Post...

Italian distributor:
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Hi,
check this out:
http://issuu.com/novatecwheels/docs/novatec_hubs_guide_2014
 
You can find there the bearings' specs (number) and buy them in any good hardware store.


The rear hub (D772SB) contains four bearing (type 6902-2rs), two in the hub body and two in the freehub body.
The front hub (D771) contains two bearings (type 6902-2rs).

On eBay these bearings costs about 10 dollar for 10 pieces, 1 dollar each :) ( http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/6902-2RS-Rubber-Sealed-Weatherproof-Less-Friction-Speed-Ball-Bearing-x10-/400711986894 )

1 ceramic bearing costs 13 dollar ( http://www.ebay.com/itm/6902-Ceramic-Bearing-15x28x7mm-Ceramic-Ball-Bearing-61902-Bearing-/251026751271 ).

I'm going to get the 10 dollar option as spare parts. :)



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Component Deals & Selection / Re: novatec hubs from iplay
« on: February 25, 2015, 04:18:45 AM »
Here is a Bearing Replacement video for the D772SB hub.
I'm looking for the correct bearings now. Does anybody know which one I need ? (Already send a email to some distributors, waiting for answer).



Replace the bearing of the freehub:


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29er / Re: IP-256SL build [disclaimer: questions inside]
« on: February 24, 2015, 07:43:44 AM »
Another good technique for removing grips that were put on with hairspray or some other product is to use an air compressor and an attachment with a pointed tip, which is common and come with many compressors.  All you do is lift up one inside edge of the grip, blow in the air and the grip will come right off (just remember to cover the other end of the bar so the air doesn't blow out the other side.
And with this trick together, try to blow some water under the grips with the air, to liquefy the hairspray and to reduce the resistance.

This weekend I removed my 2-dollar foam grips by using a knife (didn't want to save them) to put on some ergo grips. Made my bike 154 gram heavier :(

Cnasta, sorry to messing up your topic :)

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After The Ride / Re: Xiaomi Mi4 Smartphone?
« on: February 23, 2015, 06:19:16 AM »
Recently, I was looking for a replacement of my iPhone 5. I don't like Apple, it's to expensive in my eyes.

Some nice phones on the Chinese market:
- zte nubia z7 mini
- kingzone k1s
- IOCEAN X8

Why paying a lot if it can Chinese :)

Jiayu G4S looks also very nice. I take it in considering.
Does the G4s have smart screen wake-up (tapping on the screen), like in this video ?
 

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29er / Re: IP-256SL build [disclaimer: questions inside]
« on: February 20, 2015, 03:55:15 AM »
I almost use the same grips, but the cheap ones out of china (32 gr/pair).


Didn't know the forktube and stem are full carbon. Do you know the weights of you handlebar, seatpost, stem etc ?

For the record, I'm using the heavy Racing Ralph Performance versions (tubeless). I could save some weight if I use the evo versions (save 100gr/each). But I like this heavy version. No flat tires so far :)

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29er / Re: Welcome to Chinertown - Introduce Yourself!
« on: February 20, 2015, 03:23:30 AM »
Welcome Andy.
Sorry, I'm not familiar with all the state abbreviations. Where does KY stands for ?

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29er / Re: IP-256SL build [disclaimer: questions inside]
« on: February 20, 2015, 03:20:57 AM »
Another tip: I fasten my seatclamp with 5nm and used carbon paste. Even then my seat post dropped into my frame. The seatpost was a fraction to thin. So, I used three layers of hairspray on the seatpost and now the seatpost won't drop into my frame again. And is holding now for about 6 months.

I also used hairspray for installing my handlebar grips. When the hairspray is wet, the grips are easily to install. And when the hairspray dried, the grips are fasten very well :) They won't turn around.

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29er / Re: IP-256SL build [disclaimer: questions inside]
« on: February 20, 2015, 03:12:00 AM »
First questions:
  • Since I don't have a scale, how much will be the weight of the complete bike (in Kilogram) :) I recon abount 9kg with 1550gr wheels and single-ring setup. Might even be a bit less?
  • I don't have any liners in the frame for my cables. Just keep on pushing/trying until I hit the exit?
  • Carbonpaste on seapost, steerertube/forktube and no paste on handlebar?
  • Grease: white, normal, on all screws and bearing grease on headset.
Hi Youri,

1]
I've got almost the same setup as you. I've got a 680mm handlebar, RockShox Reba RL fork and standard SPD (m520) pedals.
I started my setup with a 2x10 drivetrain (XT) and the weight was about 9,5 kg.
Now I'm riding the bike with 1x10 (as we discussed in our PM's) with a Absolute Black 34t chainring (I wanted the oval one, but it wasn't on stock by the LBS Mantel). And still using the standard 11-36 XT cassette. The weight now will probably around the 9,2 kg.
To be honest, the weights are WITHOUT pedals and other accessories (like my Garmin).
I think you setup will be 1 kg lighter, about 8,2 kg ?
2]
I had liners in my frame. It makes it a lot easier.
I running my RD cable full hoses. I had to drill the cable holes at the front and back. At that point, I hadn't a liner for this cable anymore. I used some iron wire (the iron wire (with some thin plastic on it) you're using in the garden to fasten plants to the fence or whatever). I put in the iron wire, which was my liner from that point. And then it's easy again.
The only tricky part is the rear brake cable if you don't have a liner. Try and be patient :) Start at the back and pull it forwards.Don't install your fork yet.
3]
Carbonpaste every where two elements are connected to each other and carbon is involved. So, carbonpaste at your seatpost and handlebar. Connection between stem and fork is aluminium on aluminium. No use of carbon paste needed.
4]
White grease (montagepasta) on all your screws. For some screws it's better to use locktide.
Bearinggrease on your headset and BB.

I've got the same bottle cages as you and these two sucks! When going down on a bumpy trail, I always lost my water bottles. Most of the time I'm riding with a camelback, so it's not a big issue for me.

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Fat Bikes / Re: Fat bike project underway
« on: February 19, 2015, 02:52:06 PM »

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After The Ride / Re: Handlebar / Top tube damage
« on: February 06, 2015, 04:38:34 PM »
You're welcome.
I hope you never have to use it.


For the record: where did you bought it?

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29er / Re: New IP 036, some day...
« on: February 02, 2015, 05:06:21 PM »
That's really an awesome bike !!!

Don't forget to run your front brake cable between your fork and your wheel.

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29er / Re: My 256SL build
« on: February 01, 2015, 03:36:09 PM »
The area is named Arrabida Natural Park in Portugal, near the capital Lisbon, great place to ride, a small set of not very high mountains near the Atlantic. Weather has been superb, but cold, even if i guess is hot for some of you guys for this time of the year ;) If you guys came i can be your tour guide... lots of sun, good wine, amazing beaches.
I'll keep that in mind ;) Two years ago I was in Lisbon. I liked the place.
It's never to cold to ride. Even with -19 degrees I don't care ;)

Nice weight for your bike.

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26er & 27.5 (650b) / Re: Carbonal Venture SL budget lightweight 1x10 build
« on: February 01, 2015, 01:33:44 PM »
Whow, that looks really nice! Where did you order these clear vinyl letters ? Or did you create them by yourself ?

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