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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
When I tighten the headset, it doesn't rub with the frame. There's actually a few millimeters between the headset and the frame. I've had that issue you mentioned with my previous Velobuild and I fixed with the same type of thin spacers. Perhaps you could try a different/longer compression plug, which might have less chance of slipping? Maybe this one: https://www.chainreactioncycles.com/deda-elementi-expander-bung/rp-prod171842?utm_source=customer-emails&utm_medium=stock-email&utm_campaign=backinstock Or have you tried using carbon past where the handle bars clamp to the steerer tube to give some extra grip? Another thought: Have you tried using some sort of retaining compound on the headset bearings in case they are moving within the frame? Might be worth trying something like in this video: https://youtu.be/IQWYPxGicjU?t=268 January 11, 2022, 05:52:24 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-168 Frame
Hi guys, thank you for all your advice, here is finally my bike mounted. Very happy final weight:7 kg pedals. Two exits the first two hours per setup, the second over 4 hours and a drop 1600 meters, excellent sensations. January 16, 2022, 09:45:34 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Hi everyone! I promised to update everyone as soon as I received my frame. Well, it took longer than expected because there was a bit of a mishap. Velobuild shipped my frameset after 10 days, exactly as promised. It took another three weeks for it to get to Germany. That's longer than usual but still perfectly OK. However, upon unpacking I realized that I received a disc brake frameset when I had actually ordered the rim brake version. I sorted it out with Chris and I will now get my actual frameset. The disc brake frame will now be shipped on to another customer. However, since I had it lying around for a week or so, I made some pics and weighed everything for y'all. So here it is. Frame Size is an XXL. Handlebar is 120/40. Overall quality seems perfectly OK for the price. Some minor imperfections in the carbon finishing here and there, maybe the caliper seats are not perfectly faced, BB threads are OK, bearing seats in frame and fork as well. I have never seen a Dogma F in real life but from what I can see on the internet, it's a carbon copy. It even has the asymmetrical rear seat and chain stays as you can see in the pics. More pics and details to follow. I also shot a few pics from inside the headtube seattube and downtube. Cheers Sebastian I ordered it with custom paint, which will add some weight, I guess. July 10, 2022, 04:06:08 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
Here are a few more details. I've made some shots from the inside of the frame. Everything looks fairly normal judging from my experience with other frames. The headtube area has some wrinkles. Some of it might be resin pooling. Some of it might be wrinkles in carbon sheets. Make of it what you will. I've seen similar things in other frames. I think it should be fine as this is not a lightweight frame and the headtube area seems fairly overbuilt. But obviously there's no way to know for sure unless you have someone scan and/or x-ray it. July 11, 2022, 10:22:27 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
I've had mine built for just over a month now and ridden around 225 miles. I haven't had any issues yet, so no regrets! July 21, 2022, 09:18:39 AM |
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Re: Velobuild VB-R-218
• Did you pay 499+shipping only or was it any "hidden cost" or additional costs that appeared on the way? I paid 499+160 for shipping (XDB). No more costs for me like taxes or customs. (I live in Germany.) • What is your tire width? Currently 28mm on 21mm inner width rims. But there is plenty more room, I think 32mm should also fit. • Is it the default handlebar? Yes. • Did you have any kit during the building phase of the bike? No special tools required, you dont have to press in bearings etc. Hardest thing for me was routing di2 and hydraulic cables through the handlebar. • Which size did you go and what is your height? I went for Size 54 (M), but my old bikes all were Size 56. I am 181cm. • is it possible to swap the handlebar to another one if I dont like that one? I think only the "Talon 1 Piece Handlebars fit". But you have a lot of choice in stem length and width on the vb site. Also on aliexpress there are alot of these bars in different sizes. All models for F12/F should fit. • did you guys got any discount? No  • how much did he charge for the paint? Different paint, different price? I dont know, I didnt ask. Went for Matte Carbon and I think it is beautiful in the sun. July 22, 2022, 02:38:56 AM |
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