Wifes repaint and conversion is complete:
08-06-07, 07:06 PM
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Wifes repaint and conversion is complete:
I think it turned out pretty nice, and from her first ride reactions, it's exactly what she wanted.
Started as a mid 90's Gian mtb/hybrid. Frame, fork, seatpost, cranks and big chainring, and wheelset are all original. Everything else was replaced with new budget minded stuff from Pricepoint, Nashbar and the LBS. Right now it's running 42x18 and she said it feels pretty good.
Started as a mid 90's Gian mtb/hybrid. Frame, fork, seatpost, cranks and big chainring, and wheelset are all original. Everything else was replaced with new budget minded stuff from Pricepoint, Nashbar and the LBS. Right now it's running 42x18 and she said it feels pretty good.
08-06-07, 07:13 PM
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08-06-07, 07:22 PM
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what bars are those? My mom was complaing about the bars on her mtn bike. I think these would suit her.
08-06-07, 07:24 PM
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that is sweet!
well done.
well done.
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08-06-07, 07:31 PM
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Only thing I'm not a fan of is the rear brake toptube mounts, but I suppose you didn't have very many options. Otherwise, wonderful work!
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08-06-07, 07:33 PM
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08-06-07, 07:34 PM
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08-06-07, 07:40 PM
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WHAT**********? Nobody mentioned the QR on the drive-side??? You guys are slacking!
Now why exactly is this frowned upon?? Is it the direction of the lever?
Nice Job!! I think it looks great. SS or FG?
Now why exactly is this frowned upon?? Is it the direction of the lever?
Nice Job!! I think it looks great. SS or FG?
08-06-07, 07:42 PM
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I honestly don't see how it would matter on the front wheel. I mean, I can understand if it were the rear, but not the front.
Oh, and it's ss.
08-06-07, 07:44 PM
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That is a really sexy cruiser!!!
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How many cans of paint and clearcoat?
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cierrecart, how is the paint holding up under the skewers? On my paintjob it got so bad that I removed paint from the drops and just sealed it.
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08-07-07, 08:53 AM
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That's a nice looking ride! I have a 90's Trek SingleTrack that I can see myself giving the same treatment one day. Good Job.
08-07-07, 09:17 AM
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Both bought from pep Boys and both are made by duplicolor. The clear however is made specifically for use over their alloy wheel paint. Turns out it works great on bikes too.
