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SloMoJo
May 29th, 2003, 10:28 PM
Well, I think I'm done screwing around with this Titus. Basically, beefed it up a bit so it can handle my clumsy and wreckless style. ;)

She got a much needed bath tonight.
SloMoJo
May 29th, 2003, 10:30 PM
First step was a shock upgrade. Snapped up one of those 2001 Z-1's all these guys are selling. It came with the beefy QR20 zoke hub and a Mavic D521 rim. Strong!

What a difference a quality shock makes.
SloMoJo
May 29th, 2003, 10:33 PM
I am so impressed with the Mavic 521 that I decided to get one for the rear. Strong & stiff. Sure I'm putting some more weight on this bike, but I'm already slow...now I have a reason. ;)
SloMoJo
May 29th, 2003, 10:34 PM
This rear wheel came built up with a real nice Hadley hub. Built to last...fully serviceable...love it.
SloMoJo
May 29th, 2003, 10:36 PM
Gave Landry's the task of swapping out the headset for the new king. They did a good job...almost lined up the logo's. ;)
SloMoJo
May 29th, 2003, 10:40 PM
Well she went from light X-C to strong trail bike. She handles the trails quite nicely now. I enjoy the ride even more now.

Anyway, here's where she stands as of now, and I think she's done....for now. ;)
Cheers
-Slo

ps Anyone else got an update on their new bike projects?
splat
May 29th, 2003, 10:44 PM
What do you mean its heavy ? Its so light you can't even keep it on the ground !
knucklebuste
May 30th, 2003, 09:08 AM
Heres my latest project
http://webpages.charter.net/kfarrelldba/gack/117.JPG

Hey slomo, you riding tomorrow? I was bugging splat about touring the NAM. I guess it's not supposed to rain till the PM, but not sure.

knuck
knucklebuste
May 30th, 2003, 09:16 AM
Oh how stupid of me. Heres the specs
Mavic 321 DH rims.
Gack (speed demon frame) 4130 Cro Mo converted into a kona with stickers.
Race Face Real Seal Headset.
Shiver SC fork
WTB 2.5 weirwolf rubba
Hayes HFX 9 8" F/R hydraulic brakes
DMR wingbars.
Truvativ 31.8 short stem (31.8 Truvativ Wide Bars on B/O)
One One retard 3 piece Cromo cranks
Evil SRS guide with blackspire 38T ring
FSA spider.
XT drivetrain
Kona jackshit pedals and Kona SGS seat
Knuckle Custom Idiot Lock headset locking system (or lack of a starnut)
That about wraps it up. Total cost of project, less the rims, hubs, brakes, pedals, seat, tires (which I had)
about $1500 bucks
Total Est cost of bike $2500
Actual Street Value of bike est. $1500
knuck
SloMoJo
May 30th, 2003, 09:45 AM
Hey buddy,
I like the look of that bike. Cool.

Sorry, I can't ride this weekend. Promised a family weekend to the cape. Supposed to be camping Sat nite, but if it's raining...no way. I'll ride in the rain, but I hate camping in the rain.
MMcG
May 30th, 2003, 09:56 AM
Well she went from light X-C to strong trail bike. She handles the trails quite nicely now. I enjoy the ride even more now.

Anyway, here's where she stands as of now, and I think she's done....for now. ;)
Cheers
-Slo

ps Anyone else got an update on their new bike projects?






SloMo, That rig looks bombproof now. How much do you think it weighs with all those new beefy parts?

From the looks of you, I suspect this set up feels more solid under you while riding.

Did you find all those parts off the internet as well? I see that rear wheel came set up with the Hadley.......how do you like?

JT had one for his wheelset on his bullit, but it wasn't compatible. I wonder if he sold it.

Another question, what is the black stuff on the seat tube and at the v-section of the top tube?

Nice Ride Slo!!
nhiker
May 30th, 2003, 09:56 AM
That Titus is very sexy............And knuckle that is the bike I would expect to see you on.....evil looking black.........I bet you can catch a UPS truck in 200 yard from a dead stand still with that!
SloMoJo
May 30th, 2003, 11:24 AM
Hiya Mark,
Thanks....I like bombproof!
"How much more wieght?...I dunno...maybe 8-10 lbs or so.
Yup, got parts from the world wide web bike shop.

Hadley hub?....top notch.
Makes cool sound..so SPLAT knows when I'm gonna run him over. ;D

"What the black stuff on seat tube?"...poor man's cable rub protection...electrician's tape. ;) Also put it where my bike rack clamps down. Give's it that "do it yourselfer look". ;)

NHiker....
Thanks buddy.....like yur avatar.
Clint is one of my heros.
MMcG
May 30th, 2003, 11:39 AM
One more question Slo - what kind of digicam do you use? Your pictures are awesome.

I'd like to get a digital camera in a month or so.
SloMoJo
May 30th, 2003, 02:40 PM
Sure Mark.
Digital camera.....there's many to choose from.
I went with Fujifilm 2600 Zoom. Good price at @ $200, and good reviews. Happy so far. Check here for review and prices. http://www.epinions.com/content_50201333380

Good Luck...there are many to choose from.
-Slo
Jisch
May 30th, 2003, 04:16 PM
Similar to the one I have... Its ok in full light. The flash is very limited, probably only good to 15 feet or so. The shutter lag can be frustrating when you're trying to get an action shot, though my kids seem to have no problems with it.

IMHO the pic quality and color representation are really good. I'm not very patient when I'm riding. I hate pulling the thing out.

John
If_Rider
May 30th, 2003, 04:17 PM
Another good source for digital Camera reviews:

http://www.dpreview.com/

SloMo, looks good! Can't wait to rip it up wichoo again.
MMcG
May 30th, 2003, 04:28 PM
Sure Mark.
Digital camera.....there's many to choose from.
I went with Fujifilm 2600 Zoom. Good price at @ $200, and good reviews. Happy so far. Check here for review and prices. http://www.epinions.com/content_50201333380

Good Luck...there are many to choose from.
-Slo


Thanks for the info Slo, but if I bought a Fuji I think my Dad frown upon me from above. You see he worked for Kodak for most of his career (except for a very early career stint at a bank).

Anybody using a Kodak Digital Camera and if so how do you like it?