Author Topic: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build  (Read 18833 times)

SVChucko

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #15 on: September 24, 2021, 08:20:22 PM »
Thinking of building some 29" wheels with these hubs for those times I want to swap to some bigger wheels.

Couldn't find many reviews on them but they look like dt swiss 350s. Im hoping they're at least decent .

https://a.aliexpress.com/_mqYetgb

There seem to be a lot of DT Swiss 350 clones in AI.

I ordered some Goldix GDX 370 hubs for my FM10 build. They're like most of the other 350 clones, but don't have the cutouts in the HG driver. Being a big guy, that's not a place I want to save weight.

SVChucko

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #16 on: September 24, 2021, 08:23:22 PM »

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #17 on: September 24, 2021, 11:58:05 PM »

SVChucko

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #18 on: September 25, 2021, 12:18:42 PM »
I can't say yet. I've only ordered them, they aren't due to arrive for a couple of weeks. And the bike frame won't show up for a couple of weeks afterward.

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #19 on: September 26, 2021, 10:04:46 AM »
Shifter and derailleur finally came in. Delayed for a couple months and of course it gets delivered the day I leave for a week long business trip  ;D Luckily neighbors were nice enough to pick it up and make sure they're not damaged
« Last Edit: September 26, 2021, 10:07:34 AM by Snacks »

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #20 on: September 26, 2021, 10:21:26 AM »
Also got the decal on one side. Not sure if I like the look though. Was also thinking to try this metallic vinyl. What do you think?




cybrsrce

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #21 on: October 03, 2021, 03:42:30 PM »
Also got the decal on one side. Not sure if I like the look though. Was also thinking to try this metallic vinyl. What do you think?


I think it looks good but I also think it might look better if the font was bold and/or the letters were closer together.  The pattern is definitely my favorite part.

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #22 on: October 03, 2021, 09:38:45 PM »
I think it looks good but I also think it might look better if the font was bold and/or the letters were closer together.  The pattern is definitely my favorite part.

Oh that may be why I think it looks off too. I'll try make the font more bold.

BTW if you want the pattern I can send you the pic I used for it

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #23 on: October 06, 2021, 08:20:41 PM »
Put on a bigger bolder decal. I like the way it looks over the previous one, but this one might actually be too big now.


cybrsrce

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #24 on: October 06, 2021, 10:19:43 PM »
Put on a bigger bolder decal. I like the way it looks over the previous one, but this one might actually be too big now.



It is big but it is also a monster, so...
Matching VPP decal too?  Where is the oil slick seat post clamp?  I am disappointed :)

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #25 on: October 06, 2021, 10:44:35 PM »
It is big but it is also a monster, so...
Matching VPP decal too?  Where is the oil slick seat post clamp?  I am disappointed :)

Good point! The oversized look of it is growing on me. I think ill print one for the other side

Haha don't you worry , the seat post clamp is on the way. Its the last thing I'm waiting on
« Last Edit: October 08, 2021, 04:59:16 PM by Snacks »

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #26 on: October 08, 2021, 05:01:57 PM »
mostly finished the bike. just waiting on new fork decals and the seat post collar .  oh and new brake mount adapters












« Last Edit: October 08, 2021, 05:07:59 PM by Snacks »

cybrsrce

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #27 on: October 08, 2021, 09:00:00 PM »
Looks good!
How much of a pain was it to do the damper body conversion?

Snacks

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #28 on: October 08, 2021, 10:13:30 PM »
Looks good!
How much of a pain was it to do the damper body conversion?

I feel like it's going to be a pain to do a full service but swapping the damper was actually pretty quick. Just reused the oil but did need new air can lube

Sitar_Ned

Re: Monsuta x Snacks AM831 build
« Reply #29 on: October 15, 2021, 01:40:41 PM »
Wow, I personally think it looks awesome. Probably one of my favorite-looking builds here yet. Logo def looks much better after the edit, good suggestion.

Nice build, enjoy!
« Last Edit: October 15, 2021, 01:42:40 PM by Sitar_Ned »