Question
I have an opportunity get a '91 Bridgestone MB-6 for about $100. I know that it was the entry level bridgestone and was only $400 new, but it appears to be in good shape and my plan is to convert it to a singlespeed - so the lower end components won't be that relevant, and those that are left I'd consider upgrading (stem, bars, levers).
Speaking only about the frame itself - would this be a good candidate for this kind of project? It's TIG-welded Tange double-butted cro-mo. I'm curious how much "worse" it was than the higher level bridgestones of this era, build kit aside.
If you know about this and care to reply - Thanks!
1991 Bridgestone MB-6 Trailblazer in Solid Black
Frame-19.3" (49 cm) Tange CrMo Double Butted MTB Tubing
Derailleurs- Suntour XCM
Shifters- Suntour Accushift Plus thumb shifters
Cogs- Suntour Accushift Plus 7 speed (13,15,17,20,23,26,30)
Crankset- Deore LX 3 speed (24,36,48)
Chain- Suntour Accushift
Brakes- Dia-Compe XCM alloy cantilever
Levers- Dia-Compe XCM short lever
Wheels- Araya VP-20 36h presta valve
Hubs- Suntour XCM , sealed, QR front and rear
Tires Ritchey Force 26x2.0
Seatpost- Kalloy SP-200 alloy, 300L
Seat- Avocet Touring
Stem- HSIN LUNG MTS-115G-1, T-bone type, black
Bar- HSIN LUNG MTB-110, 560w, black
Headset- CP
Grips- Ritchey True Grip
Braze-Ons- Bottle mount (2), rear rack mount, slotted cable stops