Update on Jamis Build Project with Photos
06-14-07, 04:52 PM
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Update on Jamis Build Project with Photos
Today upon arrival at home after work the Jamis Eclipse frame was waiting for me. The first photo is the frame as it was out of the box. In photo 2 I had installed the headset, fork, seat post and seat. The fork is from a Specialized Roubaix, and I think it works well in term of the overall looks. One unexpected problem with the seat post is that it is too long. It will only go down so far because it runs into the carbon tube which is bonded inside the steel lugwork. I'll have to pull it out and cut about 2.5 inches off. The third photo is with the wheels and rear derailleur, brakes, and handlebars. I'm waiting on delivery of the bottom bracket and crankset. Should be here in a day or two. The front derailleur I have is a 31.8 in diameter and is too big for the seat tube. So, I'll have to find another one, unless there is a solution about which I'm not aware. And I need a chain and a few other minor things, but a trip to the LBS and I should be ready to get back to assembly. It's together enough that I'm begining to get really excited about the prospect of getting to ride it before the coming weekend is over. Maybe I'll get a "Father's Day Ride" with it? Man, I wish I had the rest of the parts I need.... AND I need to think about the blue... not sure I like it.
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06-14-07, 05:13 PM
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06-14-07, 08:58 PM
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Looks great. I really like the look of the steel and carbon, You could probably shim the derailleur clamp, but one the right size would be a cleaner solution. What's up with the angle of the handlebars?
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That's a sweet bike! Congratulations!
06-15-07, 04:57 AM
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Nice looling even in the building stage
If you're not thrilled with the blue maybe you could pick out a color on a decal and use it.
If you're not thrilled with the blue maybe you could pick out a color on a decal and use it.
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Originally Posted by Beverly
Nice looling even in the building stage
If you're not thrilled with the blue maybe you could pick out a color on a decal and use it.
If you're not thrilled with the blue maybe you could pick out a color on a decal and use it.
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06-15-07, 05:17 AM
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Originally Posted by BluesDawg
What's up with the angle of the handlebars?
06-15-07, 05:30 AM
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I think the blue tape looks good. May go for it on the Reno (silver & black) whenever I retape.
06-15-07, 05:50 AM
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Originally Posted by BSLeVan
I'll adjust them properly later. I put them on while it was in the workstand, and didn't pay much attention to adjusting them. I tend to do all of the adjustments for fit, etc. all at once and when it's on the ground.
As for the blue tape. It looks fine to me. Ribby has blue tape. Just sayin'.
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I like it. Very handsome machine. I like the blue tape too.
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