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MisterMikkel
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Bike apart with virtually no problems, which is a relief. Trying to do this as cost effectively as I can (free bike, would be nice to do under £50) and so I'm only replacing what I really need to and buying used when I can.
To do:
-Clean the bike again - degreasing etc.
-Rust proofing - few bits of spot rust, especially around the BB. Will probably just rub this down and clear lacquer it.
-Service wheel hubs (tyres are fine for now, rims are true)
-Replace chainrings - probably go for 1x narrow wide for cheapness rather than replacing all 3. Thoughts?
To Buy:
-new grips (£5)
-cables (£5-10)
-wider bars (£10)
-clear lacquer (£3)
-headset bearings (£2/3)
-7 speed chain, 'bay (£7)
-pedals (£5-10)
-narrow wide chainring, ebay (£15)
-headset bearing. Is this 1 inch threaded? (£2-3)
As and when:
-mudguards
-gum walls
-better saddle/seatpost
May need some advice as I go please as this is my first mtb project / first geared project and first project with canti brakes. Is there much difference in stopping power if you upgrade the brakes? If anyone has any of the parts mentioned above knocking about spare to sell/donate, please message me!
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