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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Spcycle New Mold G056 Carbon Gravel Frame
« on: November 18, 2024, 03:31:25 AM »
Quote from: frnchy on November 17, 2024, 08:38:09 PM
That's the crown race that sits on the fork, if it's not built into the fork already. Review integrated headset installation, there's many good videos on the topic, or written articles if you prefer that (here's a decent one by Cane Creek: https://canecreek.com/how-to-install-an-integrated-is-headset/ ). The compression ring for the top will be a much thicker C shaped ring much like the one in the pictures you posted previously.

This is worth getting correct because it's absolutely critical for safety, and with fully internal cable routing it's not easy to adjust/fix headset issues. It's much better to take the bike to a shop if you don't feel 100% about it.

Yes you are right, that's the crown race. I finally figured it out how to put everything together. I was confused as the orignal information from the seller was misleading, but finally we got it sorted out. He was helpful and quick to reply (surprised store).
So for everyone how has the same headset. The compression-ring is the one in the attached picture. It looks different than the one's I have seen here, thats why I didn't make the connection immediately.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Spcycle New Mold G056 Carbon Gravel Frame
« on: November 17, 2024, 12:02:28 PM »
 thanks for you quick reply! :-[ damm yes there was no c-shaped ring included. I will ask the store if they forget it or how it should be mounted, annoying.

Concerning filing. you mean you filed it flat? I'm afraid then there is not much left :-(

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Spcycle New Mold G056 Carbon Gravel Frame
« on: November 17, 2024, 10:33:10 AM »
I need your help again ;D
My fork/headset came with a compression ring I have not seen before and I'm unsure if I use it correctly. If i put it right after the upper bearing It doesn't look like the stack will be without a gap.
Even if i compress it by hand, it dose not seem to be flush.
Any idea how or what i should do?

Thanks!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Recommendation for protective decals
« on: November 15, 2024, 07:42:35 AM »
cool thanks! Is that glossy or matte?

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Component Deals & Selection / Recommendation for protective decals
« on: November 15, 2024, 01:52:48 AM »
Hey,

does anyone have a recommendation for a transparent protective decal/film to put on the bike to avoid chips and scratches from road/gravel debris?

Cheers
Flavio

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Spcycle New Mold G056 Carbon Gravel Frame
« on: November 14, 2024, 04:50:31 AM »
Thanks!- so i'll sand the brake mounts. The BB-Thread is fine, there is no paint in it, so i leave it like that.
For the headset, the cable will come out on that point and it seems quite rough, so i'll just sand the rough edges a little bit.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Spcycle New Mold G056 Carbon Gravel Frame
« on: November 14, 2024, 04:09:11 AM »
@hahel thanks for helping me out. And yes you are right i should have put markings on the pictures, my bad.

- I asked the seller also what the washers on the headset bearings where for and like you set, i could use them or not.
- the tooth shaped thing (marked in red) is for using a standard headset and not the supplied one the seller said
- concerning the BB, I will stick to my lingmai it seems to fit.

Where I still need help is cleaning up the paint overspray on the break mounts and the bottom braked rim. Is that necessary, and if so how to do it best? Just use sandpaper and an flat hard object? And should i file the edges of the holes of the headset?

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Spcycle New Mold G056 Carbon Gravel Frame
« on: November 11, 2024, 12:22:16 PM »
Today I got my frame, I'm happy with the color (Pantone 9083 C) and the bike itself. But as im an newbie I cannot tell if the paintjob is good/ok/bad.

Especially I would need your advice if I have to clean up some of the threads and if so how to do it best.
So my questions:
- I tested to screw in the bb and that worked so far. But would I have to clean the surrondings of the bb-thread in order not to crack the paint?
- What about the break mount treads?
- and all the other threads like bottle cage holder or bag, etc?
- Should i clean the headset holes and if so, how to do it best?

Additionally i couldn't figure out the following:
- what are the two metal rings for, that came with the headset bearings?
- What is the strange toothshape o-ring for that came with the headset spacers?
- what are the additional parts with the bb for? My Lingmai does not have these?

Thanks in advance!

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Gravel build advice?
« on: November 03, 2024, 10:59:10 AM »
Quote from: Ludo on November 03, 2024, 08:49:29 AM
Carbon ceankset would shave a little more than 200g (Lexon) but everything else is really on the light end indeed

Yes incl shipping. I purchased the frame from surprised store with discount codes. You just need a bit of patience to grab the right deals.

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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Gravel build advice?
« on: November 03, 2024, 08:12:13 AM »
This is my actual build list. The weights are the respective info on from the seller.
I'm still waiting for my frame and my wheels and I then will start building it.


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Cyclocross Frames, Wheels & Components / Re: Gravel build advice?
« on: November 02, 2024, 05:25:25 AM »
I‘m no expert but prices seem quite high, I got some of the parts for less. Doing research could safe you some money. Also the wheels seem expensive for the weight. I suppose you should be able to get cheaper and equal quality for sub 600€.

I’m doing a build with similar components and will be targeting 1800€.

Lastly haven’t seen a gravel build sub 8kg yet. I would suppose you would have to buy different components. Around 8 plus should be possible. I’m at 8,35kg (calculated) and my wheels are already 200g lighter

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Maintenance, Mechanics, & Tools / Re: Correct Nut for BB T47
« on: November 01, 2024, 04:52:44 AM »
Thanks for all the replies and explanations! Concerning the BB - I would be willing to buy a new one if that is easier to install. Any suggestions?

Thanx, Flavio

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Maintenance, Mechanics, & Tools / Re: Correct Nut for BB T47
« on: October 31, 2024, 10:36:20 AM »
I have this BB

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Maintenance, Mechanics, & Tools / Correct Nut for BB T47
« on: October 31, 2024, 03:55:46 AM »
Sorry for my ignorance, but I'm not sure which nut to pick from aliexpress for installing my BBT47. Happy for any links on ali.
Thanks!

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Component Deals & Selection / Re: Chinese cycling clothes
« on: October 26, 2024, 04:45:21 PM »
Any recommendations for good quality longsleve jerseys. I normally buy from siroko and would like to get similar quality.

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