Originally Posted by
jimc101
Would be looking at this route, only thing that would be looking at, is how much is a complete re-build costing vs a new bike, the Giant Rincon was an entry level bike back in 2008, and the cost of doing all the replacements the OP indicates they have done will soon be more than a new bike, especially as the OP is doing this all at once.
Originally Posted by
Bill Kapaun
Do you really want to spend that kind of money on an entry level bike?
yes, yes I do. The frame geometry is perfect for me. The re-build will end up costing around a grand after all the parts are bought (only thing left stock will be frame, headset, Handle bars, stem, and possible cranks)
So yes it will be more expensive then a new bike but the frame is still in great shape, fits me perfectly, and the other hardtails I've tried lately have not felt right.
Originally Posted by
fietsbob
Wash off the dirt better, first..
BB spindle length is in relation to the crankarms you will fit on it.
Yeah the bike was put away dirty after my last ride last year. Too cold right now for me to take it out and wash it. Getting out side and washing the frame is on my list of things to do this week.....after it gets above freezing.
Still unsure in the BB length. I get that the length has to do with the cranks. So if I keep the stock cranks (more then likely what I'm going to do at this point) but have the 2.5mm spacer removed from the drive side a 113mm bb will be moved 2.5mm closer to the frame. That's why I'm wondering if I need to go with a longer bb length so make up for the lack of a 2.5mm spacer.