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Thanks both! Long term it's going to need some more tubing to make it less noodly but I think it's rideable for now. Probably an extra one on each half.
Spacing the BBs, chainrings and cranks was a bit of a faff but it's mostly rub free now, we'll see what it's like tomorrow with both of us pedalling.
Chain tension on the front chain was initially one floating ring, which was a bit loose. Mocked up a few options with jockey wheels and rear derailleurs to tension it then just settled with two floating rings as it's quicker and easier for now. Another thing to revisit when I've got more time. Biopace ring has now been swapped for a round one.
The brakes are surprisingly decent and the gearing ratios feels okay. XT friction thumb shifter instead of the Sturmey trigger works a treat.
Looking forward to giving it a good ride tomorrow, should be fun if nothing else!
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