MRB Mk IV builld (photos on page 2 now)

[Johnboy]

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I suppose that's always a risk with old aluminium. I have to say you're taking it remarkably well though!

I was quite looking forward to this one, it appealed to me for some strange reason I can't fathom.

 

[james1985]

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I suppose that's always a risk with old aluminium. I have to say you're taking it remarkably well though!

I was quite looking forward to this one, it appealed to me for some strange reason I can't fathom.

It will still be built, and I'm sure it will be fine for a ride to work etc. Il drill the end of the crack to stop it progressing, and just keep an eye on it. it has a fairly tall tube, so will most likely result in headset adjustment issues when it gets worse, rather than an extreme failure.

Its on Instagram, I think this link should work..
https://www.instagram.com/jamesfuller1088/

 

[Johnboy]

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Link works fine. Those Vectors do look just right on it, keep the photos coming I'm interested on how this turns out.

 

[james1985]

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Ive finaly sussed out how to make photos fit. so expect a few updates from me.

This one will be a slow one, there are others to be done before this.

 

[james1985]

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Ooooh weldings.

 

[retrobikeguy]

Shame about the headtube..... Bummer

Build wise I remember one being in one of the magazines with an early suntour xc groupset and a rigid tapered fork.