Can you date my lava dome?

[glasgowdan]

I just got this quite cheaply from a big car boot sale and wonder if anyone can date it? I'd like to replace the saddle, and tyres for some original-spec ones if possible. The rims are a bit worn and wouldn't mind trying to get those rebuilt too. I'm thinking a 1992. It's a Joe Murray one with ex500 gearing. Does anyone know where I can get a brochure or spec etc?

Thanks.

 

[Canuck]

Re:

Very nice find and welcome to the site

Your Lava Dome is a '91. Frames from '92 onward had a removable seatpost collar

 

[Canuck]

Re:

'91 Kona catalogue for your viewing pleasure

http://www.retrobike.co.uk/gallery2/v/M ... ogue+1991/

 

[glasgowdan]

Thanks a lot! Pain that the rims are rather worn out as it would be almost perfect otherwise, but I'll hang on and try find some decent replacements.

Not familiar with where everything is on this site so apologies if I seem lazy for not looking it up but I did try!

 

[Minifreak]

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I have the 1992 model of your bike currently which I may be selling the wheels off shortly.

Black Araya RX7 rims with Shimano Deore DX hubs. In great condition.

If you don't find year correct ones get in contact if you want.

 

[Spudly]

And a word of warning, that stem looks a bit too high from here, youll have to readjust your front brake, but get the stem dropped down a bit to prevent the risk of it coming out/becoming damaged!