Mondince FM336

[AltecasLT]

The build has begun. Started by pulling the brake cable. But the hole inside the frame is not big enough for the brake hose.
Tried with a magnet, but there is a rim all around.
I can thread a steel wire 3mm thick. But not 5mm.  Any tips?
After 10 cm its stop..

Did you manage to solve the problem?

[SirBikealot]

The build has begun. Started by pulling the brake cable. But the hole inside the frame is not big enough for the brake hose.
Tried with a magnet, but there is a rim all around.
I can thread a steel wire 3mm thick. But not 5mm.  Any tips?
After 10 cm its stop..

ah f…! I hope you get everything sortet as i really want to see your colour in full trim.
Maybe a weird idea, but you could try some wire that is used for cutting windshields and use it like a "saw" to open up the hole.

[biceryder]

The build has begun. Started by pulling the brake cable. But the hole inside the frame is not big enough for the brake hose.
Tried with a magnet, but there is a rim all around.
I can thread a steel wire 3mm thick. But not 5mm.  Any tips?
After 10 cm its stop..

I had the same issue when building my XMCS CS-01.  I used needle files or jeweler’s file to probe for the obstruction.  Once I located it, I was able to clear a path by very lightly running a drill through the exit hole.  When I say, “drill”  I mean use surgical precision, slow, steady and probably no more than a 1 full rotation of the drill bit and the path was cleared.

Bottom line, there is a piece of carbon blocking or catching on the brake hose as it moves through. 

[Norwaygravel]

I had to buy a round file for saw chain. Masked with lots of tape and some plastic so I didn't damage the frame. It wasn't an easy job and I was constantly afraid of damaging the hole where the cable goes in.
 But after half an hour of filing I finally got the cable through.

[Igital96]

I cannot believe what I am seeing. Mondince or someone posted my own picture (the one I sent to Jack and it was shared here) as their review in the Mondince FM336 review section. I don't see why someone would use my picture. Probably Mondince did this. Between the 50mm tire false claim and this, I will choose TanTan or another manufacturer next time. Unbelievable.

[Chromikson]

Write to them and ask what's going on. Maybe make them aware that this forum exists and that what they're doing isn't working to their advantage and is losing credibility.

[Igital96]

Write to them and ask what's going on. Maybe make them aware that this forum exists and that what they're doing isn't working to their advantage and is losing credibility.

If they are doing this stuff, It's their own fault that they lose credibility and it's honestly deserved. It's not my job to tell them to be ethical. It should be a basic value of a company.

[Zrader]

I agree, I would reach out to them and ask where the disconnect is. Worst case scenario, they are fibbing some reviews. Best case scenario, someone actually wrote the review and they decided to just put a picture in it perhaps it’s just one person.

I have had a very pleasant experience with them thus far. They have been very transparent and communicative. More so than some of the other Chinese carbon manufacturers that I have spoken to/purchased from in the past. For this reason, I will be sticking with them for further purchases. That being said, this should be a one and done type of situation. Hopefully they fix the issue if it’s something clerical/honest mistake or realize it isn’t appropriate if it was purposeful.

Either way, they still make frames for big brands and those frames are quality products with great reviews. This definitely speaks to the quality of Mondince as a manufacturer.

Are you going to reach out to them Igital96? If not, I will. If it’s one person at the company, they should address it and fix the issue. I find it hard to believe the entire company has a directive for false 5 star reviews. If that were the case, there would be many many more I feel like.

[Chromikson]

Holy words. Maybe someone was overzealous, hoping it wouldn't come to light.

[biceryder]

That is interesting…. I just completed my build of an FM286, no major
issues to report.  Mostly just dialing fit in and working out a few technical kinks.

I was going to send Jack a pic once I had everything finalized and enough miles in to provide some
legit feedback.

Kinda bummed if they are making reviews up.  Communication with Jack as very good
from a buyer’s perspective.

[MF_one]

unfortunately it will not the be the first and the the last manufacturer to make up reviews. In any case, I find it more sever that they use your content without permission, whatever the usage is t the end.
I am saying that and I am waiting the leadtime to get the frame here, I believe it is something in their culture, that they know they have the know how and they do not give a shit how to sell if they finally make it, which I also respect.

[Igital96]

I agree, I would reach out to them and ask where the disconnect is. Worst case scenario, they are fibbing some reviews. Best case scenario, someone actually wrote the review and they decided to just put a picture in it perhaps it’s just one person.

I have had a very pleasant experience with them thus far. They have been very transparent and communicative. More so than some of the other Chinese carbon manufacturers that I have spoken to/purchased from in the past. For this reason, I will be sticking with them for further purchases. That being said, this should be a one and done type of situation. Hopefully they fix the issue if it’s something clerical/honest mistake or realize it isn’t appropriate if it was purposeful.

Either way, they still make frames for big brands and those frames are quality products with great reviews. This definitely speaks to the quality of Mondince as a manufacturer.

Are you going to reach out to them Igital96? If not, I will. If it’s one person at the company, they should address it and fix the issue. I find it hard to believe the entire company has a directive for false 5 star reviews. If that were the case, there would be many many more I feel like.

Yes. I will send an email in hope that another person from the company reads it. I find it very disappointing. And also, it's completely unnecessary. They do frames for brands like Megamo, Finna, State or others. Why would they need to do that in the first place?

[MF_one]

Put some protection in the rear chainstays and sent it for a bit. Liking the ride so far.

Could you please tell me the link of the handlebar? I am thinking to mount exactly the same one, but cannot find it.
Which spacers are you using? could you send a picture of it?

Thanks!

[choan]

Hello guys I am ordering the frame.
And all the pieces for my build.

For the crankset I am going with sram red.

Should I go sram red classic or sram red wide?

I rather have the thinnest q factor but so the frame fit the classic?

Thanks

[Chromikson]

Loca added new photos.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DX4fUZ0iIlh/?igsh=Y3d6ZzFsMHN1NXV5