Carbonda fm936 Thoughts

[Sitar_Ned]

Thanks @Medico

Still missing the like function on this forum

I'll look into adding it. Thanks.

[Sitar_Ned]

Thanks @Medico

Still missing the like function on this forum

I'll look into adding it. Thanks.

Added. Thanks for the input.

[Colt__Seavers]

Thanks @Medico

Still missing the like function on this forum

I'll look into adding it. Thanks.

Added. Thanks for the input.

You're the MAN! Much appreciation! So let's tell everyone via a news thread!

[theirishrider]

Payment sent! Size Large with purple glitter paint -

• Full XT 12 speed
• BTLOS Carbon rims with m8100 hubs (still trying to get this sorted) https://btlos.com/mountain-bike/asymmetric-all-mountain-enduro-carbon-fiber-mtb-wheelset-tubeless-compatible
• Flat bars, 60mm stem, foam grips. - ebay/sales
• Sid select 120mm 44mm offset with lockout
• The cheap fox shock from ebay.

Hopefully I'll get to race it before the season is over.

[Colt__Seavers]

Payment sent! Size Large with purple glitter paint -

• Full XT 12 speed
• BTLOS Carbon rims with m8100 hubs (still trying to get this sorted) https://btlos.com/mountain-bike/asymmetric-all-mountain-enduro-carbon-fiber-mtb-wheelset-tubeless-compatible
• Flat bars, 60mm stem, foam grips. - ebay/sales
• Sid select 120mm 44mm offset with lockout
• The cheap fox shock from ebay.

Hopefully I'll get to race it before the season is over.

Nice! Finally a non-black frame!
The BTLOS wheelset looks great. Good price for what it offers. Also weight ist nice! Why do you want M8100 hubs over DT350? I'd always go with DT. And when there is some money left, take 54T ratchet. Ones had the 240s but not worth the higher pricing. I can live with 40g more in the wheelset but save 200$.
What does BTLOS charge for no-tax-shipping?

I'll go for 100mm in the front because I won't do a lot of jumps or heavy XC in it.

[theirishrider]

Nice! Finally a non-black frame!
The BTLOS wheelset looks great. Good price for what it offers. Also weight ist nice! Why do you want M8100 hubs over DT350? I'd always go with DT. And when there is some money left, take 54T ratchet. Ones had the 240s but not worth the higher pricing. I can live with 40g more in the wheelset but save 200$.
What does BTLOS charge for no-tax-shipping?

Thanks. Standard shipping is free (seems so i think) and they write 'sample' and a low value so even if you do get charged VAT then it's not much. I wanted the m8100 because of the silent hub, plus they're actually cheaper than DT swiss whilst having a similar weight. 

[sguiom]

I just give fact: on my frame, with a 42.5 or may be 43.5 or 41.5 if my measurement is not correct, the brace between the seat stays hit the seat tube (you misunderstood my post, I never talked about tire, but possible things between the brace and the seat tube, like mud).

It depends on the shock/frame/pressure/riding style if there is a risk or not. If not, fine, may be the suspension kinematics is progressive enough that it is not possible to bottom out.

FYI, I will use a non trunnion shock with 38 stroke, because I have it, and I do not like this trunnion mount style (am I the only one thinking that an aluminum bolt should play the role of the axle?).

Read this topic...please.... There are several people (incl me) riding the bike in size medium and large with a 42.5 shock without any problems.
And mudproblems? It's not a tyre clearence problem.

But I dont think there will be much difference between 100mm travel and 105/110mm...so pick a shock pricewise.

[Colt__Seavers]

I just give fact: on my frame, with a 42.5 or may be 43.5 or 41.5 if my measurement is not correct, the brace between the seat stays hit the seat tube (you misunderstood my post, I never talked about tire, but possible things between the brace and the seat tube, like mud).

It depends on the shock/frame/pression/riding style if there is a risk or not. If not, fine, may be the suspension kinematics is progressive enough that it is not possible to bottom out.

FYI, I will use a non trunnion shock with 38 stroke, because I have it, and I do not like this trunnion mount style (am I the only one thinking that an aluminum bolt should play the role of the axle?).

Read this topic...please.... There are several people (incl me) riding the bike in size medium and large with a 42.5 shock without any problems.
And mudproblems? It's not a tyre clearence problem.

But I dont think there will be much difference between 100mm travel and 105/110mm...so pick a shock pricewise.

Thanks again. I'll definitely measure everything when my frame arrives.

How to use a non-trunnion-mount?

[sguiom]

I am machining an axle, similar to this one : https://service.dirtlabs.com/product/trunnion-mount-adapter-kit/

Thanks again. I'll definitely measure everything when my frame arrives.

How to use a non-trunnion-mount?

[Colt__Seavers]

I am machining an axle, similar to this one : https://service.dirtlabs.com/product/trunnion-mount-adapter-kit/

Thanks again. I'll definitely measure everything when my frame arrives.

How to use a non-trunnion-mount?

Ah ok, that's nice. Let us know how it works. We might need your abilities in the future here. Would increase the number of options for shocks a lot.

[Colt__Seavers]

@ all who are running this frame in XL:

I'm using a 60mm stem and 740mm flatbar. Will the 1700mm brake hose be enough in length? Or better getting the 2000mm one?

[zilcho]

@ all who are running this frame in XL:

I'm using a 60mm stem and 740mm flatbar. Will the 1700mm brake hose be enough in length? Or better getting the 2000mm one?

Size L frame, 60mm stem, 780mm bars, 1700mm rear hose, lots of slack.  I was in a hurry to get the bike running and didn't cut anything, could probably trim 100-150mm easy

[Colt__Seavers]

@ all who are running this frame in XL:

I'm using a 60mm stem and 740mm flatbar. Will the 1700mm brake hose be enough in length? Or better getting the 2000mm one?

Size L frame, 60mm stem, 780mm bars, 1700mm rear hose, lots of slack.  I was in a hurry to get the bike running and didn't cut anything, could probably trim 100-150mm easy

Thanks man!

@all
Are you running full housing inside the FM936 frame for rear derailleur?

[wfl3]

@ all who are running this frame in XL:

I'm using a 60mm stem and 740mm flatbar. Will the 1700mm brake hose be enough in length? Or better getting the 2000mm one?

Size L frame, 60mm stem, 780mm bars, 1700mm rear hose, lots of slack.  I was in a hurry to get the bike running and didn't cut anything, could probably trim 100-150mm easy

Thanks man!

@all
Are you running full housing inside the FM936 frame for rear derailleur?

You have to run full housing for rear der, brake & dropper.

[Medico]

Yep