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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: October 21, 2022, 09:23:07 AM »
This is my first full suspension, so I got my hands on a shockwiz. I'm able to get everything on the DPX2 nailed, but the HSC is always pegged at "make softer". The tune I have on my rear shock probably needs to be factory adjusted, because I can't do anything with it.  I assume that's the same small chatter you're talking about, and it's my only (minor) gripe.

I couldn't be happier with the Lyrik fork though.

My riding so far is just trail riding, so this bike is complete overkill. However, it handles and is so much more capable than my previous hardtail.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: October 13, 2022, 01:06:30 PM »
I don't intend to do that. I just won't buy paint from them on future builds. The build price on this bike was... hefty. Getting $50 for a paint job that, while chippy, still looks pretty good isn't something I want to bother with.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: October 13, 2022, 09:34:42 AM »
I typed up a reply that got eaten by the forum...

I responded to your PM as well, but wanted to put it here for others. I've installed the FSA No. 69 headset. It has a split upper compression ring and a hole in the top cap for routing. There is no seal for the cables.

I'm seeing the same paint chip issues that others are seeing. I honestly wish I'd just have gotten it painted locally. It's extremely brittle. I'm hard on my other bikes (carbon gravel bike) and I've abused the heck out of it including several crashes with no paint chips.

Rear shock is a Fox Float DPX2 and fits fine. Frame is L. Tried to attach a photo, but it's causing the submit to choke.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: July 19, 2022, 01:57:02 PM »
Quote from: 92se-r on July 16, 2022, 06:43:15 PM
https://www.fsaproshop.com/products/no-55r-1-5-acr

Is this the headset?

No. You won't be able to put standard spacers on top of that one.

EDIT - Don't use this link. It's the wrong one. Top cap is too big. The one without the hole still isn't available from FSA.
Apparently the one I was complaining about being out of stock a couple of weeks ago is back in stock. This is the one you want.
https://www.fsaproshop.com/products/no-55r-1-5

If you actually want to run cables through it (you probably don't), this is the one you want.
https://www.fsaproshop.com/products/no-69-srs

Also, there's an active coupon code that'll save you a few bucks.
SUMMER22

Quote from: casual_build on July 15, 2022, 04:35:23 PM
Posting my build choices. For me, picking the gear is some of the most fun.

Hope it weighs under 31lb and climbs well, but we will see.

I wish more people posted how much there build was like this.

I did this build for 500 cheaper then my FM936, hope it rides as well.

Your build looks very similar to mine except I went M6100 instead of M7100, and I ordered some Hunt wheels instead of the Nukeproofs. Same fork (different travel) and shock from the same sites.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: July 07, 2022, 06:59:03 PM »
I'm not too worried about when it shows up. I still have too many other parts in transit.

I did get a call back from FSA. The No.55R 1.5/558 is out of stock and they currently don't have any more on order, so there's a real possibility it's getting discontinued. They confirmed that the only other headset that would work is the No. 69 SRS. Bearings are a standard size, so they'll be available long term, but that dust cap might turn into solid gold.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: July 07, 2022, 04:41:18 PM »
I've found a couple of options that should work, but honestly they're more of a bodge than a fix. FSA and Richey make top caps without cable holes, but neither are in stock anywhere. The FSA No. 69 SRS has the right dimensions and will work, but there's a cable hole in the top cap. I may just order that for the time being and then either 3d print a plug, leave it open, or fill with something else. I'm not going to be MTBing in the rain, and I can just pay attention and plug or cover it when washing.

I have an email out to FSA to see if they have any other options and/or if the 55R will be back in stock at some point. The only difference between the 69 SRS and the 55R is the compression ring, gasket, and top cap. The upper bearings and the lower bearings and crown race are the same. If I don't hear back tomorrow, I'm just going to order the No. 60 SRS so that I can get things assembled.

And I was wrong when I said the frame would show up yesterday. UPS started throwing incorrect estimated dates on things even when the frame was overseas.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: July 07, 2022, 09:37:44 AM »
That was the plan, but now I'm struggling to actually find one. That FSA headset is out of stock everywhere, and the 52mm upper as an IS is extremely uncommon. Cane Creek doesn't make one, Hope doesn't make one, Wolf Tooth doesn't make one. I could buy a different FSA headset to get the upper bearing and compression ring, but I still wouldn't have a dust seal that works (the one on the cupped FSA version of that headset has an OD that's too large). At this point I kind of wish I'd bought the carbonda headset for $15, because right now I've got nothing.

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: July 05, 2022, 10:38:20 AM »
Here was the breakdown on my quote:

780USD for frame with standard matte finish
15USD for headset
15USD for rear axle
5USD for derailleur hanger(the frame comes with one derailleur hanger)
195USD by Air  ,shipping time is about 7-15 days.
115USD for painting cost - 2 color gradient

I placed my order on 6/18, and it's scheduled to show up tomorrow (2-1/2 weeks since ordering).

I didn't end up buying the headset. I saw some comments regarding an FSA 55R, but based on the detailed headtube dims (52mm internal), it looks like this is the one I need.
https://storage.fsaeasybottombrackets.com/headset/pdf/130-0022000010.pdf
https://shop.fullspeedahead.com/en/prodotti_1/headset-spares/no-55r-1-5-558-acr

Can anyone confirm?

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29er / Re: FM1002 / FM1166 - 150mm frame
« on: June 27, 2022, 10:23:12 AM »
I had a response in less than 12 hours when I used the web form, so I doubt that'll take any longer than emailing.

I was working with Katie:
katietan@carbonda.com

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