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Post by jgmu97 on Jul 8, 2015 23:21:43 GMT
Thanks for all the comments guys! Yes, the seat post started out as a black one lol
Will get a GoPro video next time I'm out, took It with me last time but the lighting was shite
Next modification is to drill the front rim. At the moment the bikes running presta valves. I bloody hate the things, I thought I had gotten away from them when I sold my fixie but here they are again! The rear hole (I'm now waiting for a joke to be made) is large enough though!!! Will get some schrader valves tubes on order tomorrow
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Post by andywatson on Jul 13, 2015 13:30:52 GMT
Point of order Mr Chairman..............Bike photographed leaning on gate!
( Handsome bike though)
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Post by jgmu97 on Jul 13, 2015 16:06:58 GMT
Point of order Mr Chairman..............Bike photographed leaning on gate!
( Handsome bike though)
Hahaha! I was waiting until someone made a comment on that! Should have posted it on the old forum instead Thanks man |
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Post by andywatson on Jul 13, 2015 17:06:27 GMT
Looks like you've got a nice position on it and a decent amount of seatpin extended to take a dropper.
Get that on your Xmas list!
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Post by jgmu97 on Oct 8, 2015 17:53:11 GMT
Well, Leela is back in action!!!! After missing out on 3 weeks riding in some of the best weather we've had all year, it was great to be back out again, throwing myself down some natural trails! The overhaul came to the grand total of £37.55! I replaced: Frame bearings all round Headset bearings Frame bolts for all pivots/linkages Shock mounting hardware and eyelet bush Gear cable inner and outer Bar plugs Was good to get it all stripped down, even if i did have a nightmare with an insert from the chainstay/seatstay! Maxim finally responded to my messages and shipped one out which arrived quickly! Had to get the Eyelet bush done at my LBS, as i didn't fancy cocking up my rear shock, however everything else was done at home  Bike feels solid, and the rear end doesnt seem to have any play, plus the rear shock feels alot better now the eyelet bush has been replaced! So, it was well worth the time and effort, and hopefully will keep me going over winter. Only things i can think of now is a dropper, new saddle and a different rear tyre, but they'll come in time Heres a few pics of the overhaul and todays little ride:       Thanks for the help on my other threads! At least i'm alot more knowledgeable now Joys of owning your first full suss! |
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Post by andywatson on Oct 8, 2015 18:15:00 GMT
Well done matey.
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Post by dirkpitt74 on Oct 8, 2015 18:29:36 GMT
Well done mate!
Nothing like sorting problems yourself.
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Post by Marmite on Oct 8, 2015 20:40:49 GMT
Looking good  |
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Post by hodgy on Oct 9, 2015 5:02:41 GMT
Good on ya ...well done !
The bike looks great .
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Post by beansontoast on Oct 9, 2015 5:25:35 GMT
Well done, pal. Top marks for doing it yourself.
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Post by will on Oct 9, 2015 10:00:39 GMT
Great job, well done that man (how old are you now by the way - no longer 15 I assume)
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Post by jgmu97 on Oct 9, 2015 10:45:42 GMT
Cheers guys, now need to spend some time getting the suspension set up right! Make the bike more popable, as its quite heavy!
Yup, no longer 15!!! I had my 18th 2 weeks ago today, so yeah, getting on abit now
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Post by will on Oct 9, 2015 12:17:32 GMT
18 !!!!! (happy belated birthday) have we really been grooming you for that long |
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Bike feels solid, and the rear end doesnt seem to have any play, plus the rear shock feels alot better now the eyelet bush has been replaced! So, it was well worth the time and effort, and hopefully will keep me going over winter. Only things i can think of now is a dropper, new saddle and a different rear tyre, but they'll come in time 
