Top Swing Mech on El Guapo?

felix.london
felix.london Posts: 4,067
edited May 2013 in MTB workshop & tech
Do you knowledgeable lot think think a top-swing front mech would fit on the frame below;

FRTITELGUV3-BLK_P1.jpg

FBTITEGV1_P4.jpg

On-One's webby states "Front Mech: 34.9 - top clamp top pull" but looks like there could be enough space to mount a top-swinger, no?

(I already have a brand spanking SLX top-swinger in a box so would obviously like to use that instead of buying another one)

Cheers!
"Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

Trek Session 8

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  • Chunkers1980
    Chunkers1980 Posts: 8,035
    Look like it'll be fine to me as long as it is duel pull, which I think it is
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    Chunkers1980 wrote:
    Look like it'll be fine to me as long as it is duel pull, which I think it is

    Yeah me too. Yep - defo a dual-pull.

    Thanks
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • thelonegroover
    thelonegroover Posts: 1,073
    On-One were quite good at aswering questions like this, have you asked them? Loooking at the picture, it might depend on the size of the largest chain ring you plan to use.
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  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    dont think it will work.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    Thelonegroover wrote:
    On-One were quite good at aswering questions like this, have you asked them? Loooking at the picture, it might depend on the size of the largest chain ring you plan to use.

    More like the bashguard I'll be using. Haven't asked them as it clearly says on the website a top-clamp but guess I could ask.
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • felix.london
    felix.london Posts: 4,067
    nicklouse wrote:
    dont think it will work.

    You reckon it'll be in the line of fire when things start bouncing out back?...yeah sort of 50/50 I guess
    "Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes

    Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build

    Trek Session 8
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,675
    more concerned about the clamp. and clamp bolt.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
    Parktools :?:SheldonBrown
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    With Nick, I think the chainstay on the NDS will be a bit close (touching).
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.

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