Carbonda fm936 Thoughts

[PrincessZeeeeta]

Any recommendations on changing stem length or bar width make the front end more stable? I'm reading conflicting things about stem length online, some sources say a shorter stem makes for quicker handling, some say it delivers more stable steering 

I've been riding for like two years on 760 riser handlebar with 35mm 0 degree stem. But after one race this season with pretty gnarly climbs on soft terrain I decided to try a classic xc setup. So I put -20 60mm stem with 720 handlebar with no rise and did some trail rides. Honestly at first it was a bit weird but then I realize bike became much more stable, weight balance between wheels became more even and of course climbing became a lot easier. The downsides are pretty obvious: bunny hops are harder to do, low speed drops are a bit trickier but manageble, shifter/dropper switch likes to contact with top tube. And no, it's still hard for me to do an overbars lol. May be I should put a bigger brakes on the front and bulk my finger:)

Overall, I'm kinda happy with this setup. I'll definitely try it in a mountains but I still don't think it's a good idea but in the name of science you know. May be I'll put some -17 or so stem just for eliminate the possibility of shifter vs top tube battle.

Bonus video from local trails:

[federic000]

Hi all
Placed an order for a 120mm 936, wondering if there are some guidances about decal dimensions for the down tube, in terms of length and height should be around 35*4 isn't ?
Any advice appreciated

[PrincessZeeeeta]

35*4 isn't ?

I would say 30-35*3.5 in size L. Tube profile is very narrow.

[federic000]

Any chance to insert foam anti vibration for shift and brake cables ? Any brand to recommend?
Thx

[Medico]

Any chance to insert foam anti vibration for shift and brake cables ? Any brand to recommend?
Thx

After almost 17k on it, I think I don't need it. And thats an OCD type a guy saying who hates rattles, creeks etc.

[jozohuzo]

https://capgo.eu/en/produkt/capgo-ol-brake-cable-noise-protection-id-5-5mm-od-11mm-2m

capgo is the only way, extremely lightweight, and does the job

[federic000]

Hi guys
Where to find 8x30 bushings? They seems to be unavailable anywhere

[adroitrider]

Hi guys
Where to find 8x30 bushings? They seems to be unavailable anywhere

They have several colors of the needle setup and DU setup, but not black in needle.
https://www.enduroforkseals.com/products/rear-suspension/shock-eyelet-bearing-kits/6mm-8mm-thru-bolts/NEEDLE-BEARING-30.html?ucacid=1237670655.423665

https://www.enduroforkseals.com/products/rear-suspension/shock-eye-bushing-kits/DU-BUSH-33.83-8.html?ucacid=1237670655.423665

[federic000]

They have several colors of the needle setup and DU setup, but not black in needle.

nice ones too, but at the end i've ordered it from offsetbushings, a standard 8x30. thanks

[federic000]

Hi all
I was going to buy this ammo, sidluxe trunnion 165



But I see the lockout lever is long, will I be able to move it from open to closed position and vice versa?

Thanks

[adroitrider]

Hi all
I was going to buy this ammo, sidluxe trunnion 165



But I see the lockout lever is long, will I be able to move it from open to closed position and vice versa?

Thanks

Yes, but you have to get off the bike to reach the lever.

[acedeuce802]

FYI, I just tried to install a 165x42.5mm Fox DPS Performance and was able to get seat stay bridge to seat tube contact.  I know for sure that this shock has a 2.5mm spacer and when measuring it at compressed length, it's just shy of 42mm travel, so it'd be 42.5mm with bottom out bumper compressed.  I bought the frame used, I'm assuming it's one of the early ones.  I also had a spare upper shock bolt laying around in case the old one was bent and causing a bit more deflection.  It only had about 2-3mm clearance to the seat tube when putting my weight on the saddle with zero air pressure, but a few good hits on the saddle and I got them to touch.  Good thing I was planning on getting the longer travel linkage anyway!  Make sure you all check clearance when over stroking and consider that bottom out bumpers compress a lot on a big hit, and everything just generally deflects a bit more than you can make them with static body weight.

[ilyamaksimov]

FYI, I just tried to install a 165x42.5mm Fox DPS Performance and was able to get seat stay bridge to seat tube contact.  I know for sure that this shock has a 2.5mm spacer and when measuring it at compressed length, it's just shy of 42mm travel, so it'd be 42.5mm with bottom out bumper compressed.  I bought the frame used, I'm assuming it's one of the early ones.  I also had a spare upper shock bolt laying around in case the old one was bent and causing a bit more deflection.  It only had about 2-3mm clearance to the seat tube when putting my weight on the saddle with zero air pressure, but a few good hits on the saddle and I got them to touch.  Good thing I was planning on getting the longer travel linkage anyway!  Make sure you all check clearance when over stroking and consider that bottom out bumpers compress a lot on a big hit, and everything just generally deflects a bit more than you can make them with static body weight.

exactly. that's right

[carbonazza]

Yes, but you have to get off the bike to reach the lever.

You can reach it while riding, not practical but possible

[federic000]

You can reach it while riding, not practical but possible

Yeah I can live with this, I also like the shock to be supportive "a la hard tail"  let's see, painting is expected for next week