1994 Marin Pine Mountain Retro Resto Build Thread

[Retrobike93]

My first decent mountain bike I bought in my teens, another one saved ;-). Good job matey.

 

[Oldboybob]

Re:

Top Job!

 

[Tricky1977]

Still in use, was my “daily” ride, but I’ve not decided to make it a bit more retro…

The slicks have gone for starters

Current form
Wheels/Tyres:
Front Tioga Psycho K/S tanwall
Mavic X517 rim on “Java” Hub
Rear Onza Dan tanwall
Mavic MA40 rim on XT M732 hub
Brakes: ‘93 Shimano Alivio Canti’s
Purple Halo non QR skewers



Drivetrain & Controls:
DX MT60 cranks
DMR V12 pedals
XTR front derailleur - triple
XT M735 rear derailleur - 7 speed
DX Thumb shifters
DX MT63 2 finger levers (NOS)
Chain: KMC X8 (new)
BB: Shimano UN55 (new)
Cassette: Shimano HG 7sp (11-28 new)
Cables: Clark’s

Frame:
Marin Tange lightweight double butted custom tubing
Marin Rockstar forks
Marin bar ends
Saddle: unknown Ritchey
Seat post: ‘93 Marin Lite
Seat Clamp: Control Tech
Bars: Marin Ultra Lite
Stem: Marin Lite
Headset: Ritchey Logic

 

[Tricky1977]

A few bits I’m looking for…. a more appropriate saddle, preferably Marin
and some replacement purple bar ends and bottle cage

 

[Tricky1977]

Correct 1994 Saddle on (a bit wonky!), courtesy of Manc Lad!

Just need the bar ends next, then it’s a clean and BOTM for the first time ever