TerryParadise
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Amazing! Looks at a glance like an XL race cruiser, then you notice the proportion of the stem to wheels...
1998 Specialized Rockhopper 13"
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TerryParadise
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After reading so much about Autosol I figured I'd give it a shot. Started off with three grades of sanding pads then Autosol on some kitchen roll for the finishing polish. Very pleased with how the cranks and fork crown came out, unfortunately I might have to ditch the cranks but at least for now they look shiny.
Now all I need is a rear derailleur, the courier lost one that I ordered at the start of December so the bike's just been sitting patiently. Hopefully in a week or two it'll finally be ready once the replacement derailleur arrives. Can't wait.
Now all I need is a rear derailleur, the courier lost one that I ordered at the start of December so the bike's just been sitting patiently. Hopefully in a week or two it'll finally be ready once the replacement derailleur arrives. Can't wait.
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...and it's done! The rear derailleur arrived yesterday, I gave it a good clean and fitted it today.
I was having trouble with the lower jockey wheel until I realised that I'd replaced it back to front. Classic. After sorting that rookie error out (they even have directional arrows on, and I still managed to mess up!) I set it all up and took it out for a ride.
I was concerned previously that the wonky chainring would be an issue but for now it seems fine, and I really like the look of the spider so I'll keep the LX cranks for now.
I've got some new wheels on the way that will suit it a little better, and then these current wheels will be migrated over to the Hardrock singlespeed build.
I was having trouble with the lower jockey wheel until I realised that I'd replaced it back to front. Classic. After sorting that rookie error out (they even have directional arrows on, and I still managed to mess up!) I set it all up and took it out for a ride.
I was concerned previously that the wonky chainring would be an issue but for now it seems fine, and I really like the look of the spider so I'll keep the LX cranks for now.
I've got some new wheels on the way that will suit it a little better, and then these current wheels will be migrated over to the Hardrock singlespeed build.
jonthefish
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Cool bike.
Saddle tilt doesn't look too girl-friendly though. Has she ridden it yet?
Saddle tilt doesn't look too girl-friendly though. Has she ridden it yet?
TerryParadise
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She has not. We'll give it a go tomorrow and see how she gets on with it.
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Looks great.
Good work. I hope she loves it.
Looks great.
Good work. I hope she loves it.benslingsby_
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Hi,TerryParadise":3oogxpvd said:
Any chance you're selling the wheels?
TerryParadise
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Possibly... I've just emailed you.
