|   Some info needed... | Farch
Oct 25, 2001 2:41 PM | | Greetings all,
I'm toying with the idea of swapping out my frame for a different one.
Why?
1. Well I have a Trek 4500 (Medium) and I'm 6'2". The sales man at my LBS said I could use a medium but I find myself sitting on the very back of the saddle.
2. I want to see if a FS bike is for me :)
Ok the info I need is this: How much of my current bike can I expect to be able to re-use if I switch frame manufacturers?
I was looking in the marketplace and there is a large 2000 Jekyll 600 frameset for $200 (never used)...seems like a good price. What is commonly in a "frameset?" Just the frame? Forks?
I'd like to know what I'm in for. I don't want this swap to cost more than just buying the bike out right.
If you hadn't guessed I'm trying to keep the cost low :)
Thanks |
| Answers... | slowride
Oct 25, 2001 3:03 PM | | You might need: stem, seatpost, bottom bracket, fork (depending on steer tube length). You might not need any of it. It depends on the frame.
Frameset is the frame and any rear shock, usually. No fork. |
| Some info | Keiko
Oct 25, 2001 3:05 PM | | Most of your components are reusable on a new frame. There are though few things that vary in size so it could be that you are unable to swap them.
Those are
Bottom bracket, standard shell width is 63mm but there are also bikes with 73mm. The axle length could also be different although in most cases the crank set is the controlling factor of this.
Front derailleur. Size is controlled by the thickness of the seat post, so a new frame would need new derailleur, also question of down or up pull.
Seat post. My experience tells me that you will have to chance this one.
Front fork. If the head tube on the new bike is longer than on your old, then you cant use the fork (unless of course that you have been using a lot of shims). If the head tube on the new bike is shorter, then you can either use shims or cut the steerer. If you have to buy a new fork I recommend a new headset with it.
So in the worst case, (everything needed) you would have to buy new things for around $150, given that you buy only cheap things. But then again, Would you place entry level RST fork on a Jekyll?
Frameset on a full suspension usually includes rear shock, but on a used bike you will just have to ask.
I dont know about the prices in the USA so I will not say anything about that.
If I have left something out, somebody will surely correct me.
Good luck
Keiko |
| I have done this many times | DirtKing
Oct 25, 2001 3:12 PM | | The problem that I always come across is that your old parts are hammered, and the new frame is so pretty it deserves new parts. The things that usually require changing are:
- Bottom Bracket
- New cables and housing
- Seat post may not be the same diameter
- Your fork head tube may be to short
- The head tube angle on the new frame may be at a different angle, and you may want a new stem
I hope this does not scare you off, just get the new frame and feel good about the new parts. Save money by buying used parts and cheaper beer! |
| from experience... | thedood
Oct 26, 2001 8:52 AM | | 1) seatpost/seat post clamp...may need to get a new one (or shim seatpost)
2) cables...you can re-cable your own bike, but i recommend an LBS visit
3) tools required to take out a headset (got mine for 25$ @ universalcycles.com)
4) is the new frame able to accept your fork? answer is no. ask your local cannondale dealer if they still have "reducer cups" for cannondales...you need them to transform the fatty headshock to 1 & 1/8". the reason i said no is because i heard they don't make them anymore due to warranties...I COULD BE WRONG.
5) if you can get the cups, then you need to measure your shock, most likely it was cut to put it on your current bike. if it doesn't look like it is long enough (reducer cups add 1.5" to the existing headtube) then upgrade your fork too. easiest way is to get a headshock but they are all pretty lame compared to marz's, etc. lefty's have a great feel, but that front wheel thing can be a pain.
6) learn how to use a chain tool.
that's my 2 cents
this aggression will not stand...
dood out |
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