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Today, I finally checked the headset. I could indeed hear some grinding noise and so I adjusted the headset.
I did some test rides: When breaking abruptly and hard, the break reacts well and there is no stuttering.
But when breaking with a bit more feeling and less power, the stuttering is still there (see attached) :(
I adjusted the break once more but it didn't make any difference.

Any other suggestions?

@PLA: Could you please explain why to change the wheel?

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Thanks! I was busy today but will definitely check it out this week.

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Thanks, I will definitely double-check.
My rides felt normal otherwise but the brake power has quite some leverage through the fork, right?
Did you "feel" anything while riding?

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I finally finished my bike a couple of weeks ago. On my first rides, I had issues with my front brake: it stutters when breaking and it gets more intense the harder I brake.
I tried a couple of things like checking that the disc is clean, sanding the brake pads, re-aligning the brake multiple times, checking that the disc is not bent. Finally, I bought a tool (https://www.bike-components.de/en/Birzman/Clam-Disc-Brake-Gap-Indicator-Assembly-Tool-p53339) to help me aligning the disc. I did a short test and it seemed to work but after three times hard braking it was back again.

Anyone experienced something similar like this before? Any suggestions what else to do?

To me, it seems to be a problem with aligning the disc correctly; the brake must have changed position when braking hard.
I followed the mounting instructions of SRAM and there Newtown meter values when installing the break. Does it makes to increase the torque by 1 or 2 Nm? One idea I had while writing this was using Loctite - does that make sense?

Thanks a lot for any suggestions!

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Thanks, @fiveup89. I will double-check this. I am pretty sure I did it before because I was wondering if they are the same or not but did not think about the washer.

Thanks also for the Oz Cycle video. Good inspiration where to get fitting o-rings ;D

Different topic: I was fiddling with the SRAM Rival front derailleur and even though there setup tool is a great help, I have issues keeping the derailleur aligned with the chainring when tightening the screw. Any advice or shim-recommendations or Oz-videos how to manage this?

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That last spacer should not make contact with the frame at all. The compression happens with the metal pass-thru washer that's resting against the top bearing at the head tube.  Either that pass thru washer should be thinner by .5mm or that final plastic spacer should have a deeper well to cover more of the pass thru washer as per the last pic

That is what I am expecting, too. As said, I am new to internal cable routing and I might have made a mistake but this looks strange. Had already funny pictures in my head what I could have done wrong with the washer or the bearing  ::)
Ideally, I will disassemble the headset today and double-check.

@Sakizashi: The "grinding paste" is a fair point. Especially if the gap remains as seen on the pictures, regular checking of the headset unit will be necessary. I would not have used grease on lower parts of the bike anyway. Stem and handlebars were my main thought.

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Thank you, dinorello.
What video is that? Do you have a link for me?

I am not 100% sure about the headset, might need to chat with Wendy once more ;) It's pretty tight with SRAM hoses so I was considering using a bit of grease to make sure things are moving when putting everything together.

Thanks for the advice re foam tubing. Actually used exactly the product you are recommending  :D

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This is my first "build from scratch" bike and my first bike with fully internal cable routing. I have two questions, hope you can help:
After installing everything up to routing cables through the handlebars, I noticed a gap between the frame and the cover under the stem. I believe it derives from the ring guiding the cables / hoses (see picture). Is this normal? Did I do something wrong? Should I do something about it? Anyone else with the frame having a similar experience?

And: do you recommend greasing the hoses at least a little bit? I haven't found anything about it but it seems useful to me as it makes the movement when turning the handlebars "softer".
Or is there something - like chemistry - speaking against it?

Thanks a lot!

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I can confirm the weights. I also have a 54 cm super light and (again) kitchen scale says:
Frame incl. rear hanger: 926.5 g
Fork (uncut): 406.9 g
Handlebar: 329.4 g
Seatpost: 164.9 g

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@joegal got me!
I am not a very creative person but I thought it is standard to have a logo on the down tube and since I couldn't think of a fancy name myself, I ended up with the word itself - and since I like the looks of Standert and Helvetica is a classic font, I snickered a little bit and used it.

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Here is my work-in-progress. Frame, handlebar and wheels are from LC.
For the decal, I simply provided the font and there is a little graphic on the headtube where I used simple online tools to reduce a picture to black and white and then made the background transparent.

I am very happy with the build quality so far.
And the communication with LC during the whole process was really, really great!

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my Yishun R1058D arrived finally
That looks great! Mine will come sometime in January  ::)
Is the seatpost meant for round or oval saddle rails - or works for both? Just realised that I did not ask about it  :o
Would you mind sharing a close-up?

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Thank you for your thoughts.

My bike fitter recommended me the 400mm width and I feel comfy with it. I got an older bike which has a 380mm handlebar but I mainly use in on the trainer or when my other bike is in the garage; anyway, the smaller width is OK but I notice that my elbows tend to "latch in" while I stay more relaxed on the wider bar.

I live in a rather flat, wavy at the best, environment but with lots of wind (the sea is not too far away). I usually do longer rides (4-5 hours) and I hardly ever participate in competitions.
I like riding in the drops especially when fighting the wind but I tend to switch often because there is traffic, traffic lights or crossings where I need full control. I guess, in the end, I am riding most of the time on the hoods.

@PLA: Nothing in particular, yet. Read some articles and reviews.

@jonathanf2, I don't have the "knee hitting bars" issue but your thoughts on stability are helpful. Usually, I go low against the wind but stay in the saddle; I don't feel very comfy sprinting or accelerating on the drops.
So, I might stick with my 400 on the hoods and go slightly wider on the drops!?

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Hi everyone,
I ride a regular handlebar 400mm wide. I am considering testing a flared (aero) handlebar. The width of these handlebars usually refers to the width in the drops.
What width should I consider when choosing a flared one? Any recommendations? What are your experiences?

Thanks!

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Road Bike Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: TANTAN FM202
« on: October 02, 2023, 01:13:19 AM »
Once more regarding the T47 BB: I think I started with a wrong assumption and would like to double-check with you...
My assumption was that the frame is 86.5 and that BB cups + BB sleeves has a fix width (86.5 or 85.5 e.g.).

But looking at the Hambini Guide (thx by the way) and a number of products and specifications, I understand that the BB sleeve is normally only fix on one cup-side and can travel (a bit) in the other cup, right?

So, we are talking about the width after installation. And if I install a SRAM BB and end up with 86.5 width, I need to correct this width by using 2 rather than 3 mm spacers on the drive side to achieve the correct chain line, correct?

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