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Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
Quote from: Sitar_Ned on July 20, 2020, 10:01:02 AM
Quote from: Colt__Seavers on July 20, 2020, 04:03:46 AM
Thanks @Medico

Still missing the like function on this forum

I'll look into adding it. Thanks.

Added. Thanks for the input.
July 20, 2020, 10:44:03 AM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts Magura brakes are my go to, Shimano second.
Sram brakes I will never use again.
July 29, 2020, 05:01:42 PM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts XL SL frame came in at 2,012g. Everything was removed except for the cable liners.

Here are the weights of the attached items.

I will consider a RWC Shock Eye Needle Bearing Kit

Frame, shock, and all frame bits is 2,329g.
July 31, 2020, 02:12:09 PM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts My frame arrived!

Hope you all like the color, I think its fun!

Here is my clearance with the cheap ebay 165x42.5 2018 fox dps bottomed out. When its already bottomed out and I continue to bounce on it the frame doesn't budge. I agree with NumberZero and Medico, 42.5 seems bomber.

This build is looking better and better. No problems so far. Quality is great
August 04, 2020, 01:43:46 AM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
Quote from: Colt__Seavers on August 04, 2020, 01:59:12 AM
love it! You have balls!

Quote from: carbonazza on August 04, 2020, 05:15:28 AM
That one will get noticed, for sure  :D

Quote from: Pharaohollie on August 04, 2020, 03:55:49 PM
Great color! I didn't go with paint but next time I am going with something LOUD :D

Thank you! I am glad I went with this color. Carbonda is amazing, I will look out for more from them in the future.

Build is pretty finished now!
August 05, 2020, 11:35:05 PM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts Slowly building. 

Key advice, run all cables first. Then start with dropper and cockpit.

Here is a shot of the head tube where I used foam sheathing on the shifter and rear brake lines.


August 15, 2020, 09:26:00 AM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts Frame Arrived! Shipped on saturday and arrived today with DHL - well packaged! Everything Perfect, but the little metal piece on the chainstay near the bottom bracket is missing. I'll have to find one somewhere.
August 20, 2020, 09:56:05 AM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
Quote from: carbonazza on August 25, 2020, 11:26:57 AM
Anyone ordered a BSA model and received it recently?
I did order about 15 pages on this thread ago :o , and still no sign of production.

Just go with the press-fit setup.  Remember, Loctite is your best friend, bearings aren't too expensive, and if all else fails, turn the volume up on your earbuds to tune out the creaking.  ;D

(BB30 is junk, but I have made it work without creaking over the past 6 years with Loctite and annual bearing replacement/servicing...)
August 25, 2020, 11:51:33 AM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts Shakeout ride was a success. Water bottle rattled loose and rear brake is dragging a bit (need to align caliper better, or maybe new pads as the spring is worn out). Adjusted the position of one matchmaker as it was too close to the grip.

The suspension is so fresh and different. My last FS was a Titus Racer X Carbon back in 2011. That bike was too small for me. The FM936 with the Sidluxe Ultimate and the SID RCT3 that was just rebuilt by Squish Dynamics is such a treat!

Need to install the BRAD system for the second bottle and I’m ready for an epic weekend of dirt.
August 26, 2020, 03:11:59 PM 		1
Re: Carbonda fm936 Thoughts
Quote from: carbonazza on August 26, 2020, 12:14:28 PM
Quote from: Vipassana on August 26, 2020, 10:43:59 AM
...I want the SRAM DUB crankset for the weight and stiffness...

My DUB crankset is already here, waiting for its frame.
And Belgium is kind of an opposite of your desert.

My gravel has a DUB spindle in a BB92. The bearings are toast already, just after a few months, and without any rain.
When looking for solutions, and asked BB Infinite and Hambini. Both told me to stay clear from the PF92-29/30mm combo.

BSA allows proper 30mm bearings, and is for me the only option if Carbonda does not provide a BB386 version.
Carbonda are usually very good in what they make, I just hope they align the shells straight.

The issue is important, and I'm just trying to make some more folks think about it if they want to run a DUB or 30mm spindle.
Hopefully getting more BSA frames ordered, so Carbonda feel some positive pressure, and make our 3 frames a bit faster :D

Just look around, you'll find how bad engineering are BB92/BB86/BB90 for DUB and 30mm spindles.
And how the bike industry is moving out of this infamous standard.

For me, I am less concerned about bearing longevity due to my success with BB30 and full understanding of the compromises.

The big shortfall of DUB is its complexity. The way the bearings are preloaded leaves a ton of room for error. If you follow the instructions to a T then chances for premature failure are greatly reduced. In my experience it is the torque requirements of the crank bolt that is critical. This torque must be correct to allow the preload to have a chance. Check the preload every ride for the first 50-100kms.

Second, I’ve already gone the weight route with the SL frame and the Sidluxe Ultimate. Adding weight at the BB and crank seems contradictory to my build.

Third, I live in the Chicago area. I literally see Movistar WC Rainbow jerseys at Palos. Sram supports my local trails. Sram Rockshox all the way.
August 26, 2020, 09:10:34 PM 		1