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06-27-06, 10:23 PM
I want to convert a bike that originally used 650c wheels to 26" MTB wheels. To do so, I'll need a 1" threaded fork with V-brake bosses and a pair of MTB wheels (ULTRA heavy-duty ones) for 9-speed Shimano cassette.
Looking on e-Bay, I find nothing but suspension forks (I want a rigid) and nothing but threadless fork tubes.
Where do I go to find the parts I want? I looked at Nashbar, but all their forks are threadless or suspension too.
Used is fine, and I'm not eager to part with a whole lot of cash. I thought I might be better off buying a complete older-model mountain bike at a garage sale & stripping just the stuff I need? Have you any other suggestions on where to find such swag?
Thanks!
Looking on e-Bay, I find nothing but suspension forks (I want a rigid) and nothing but threadless fork tubes.
Where do I go to find the parts I want? I looked at Nashbar, but all their forks are threadless or suspension too.
Used is fine, and I'm not eager to part with a whole lot of cash. I thought I might be better off buying a complete older-model mountain bike at a garage sale & stripping just the stuff I need? Have you any other suggestions on where to find such swag?
Thanks!