First time full build - general advice?
arcadian
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I'm building up a Cotic BFe hardtail, got all my parts sorted now and my frame size just got back in stock so will be able to start putting it together when I get home from work (9 days from now!).
I'm fairly confident on being able to do it (relatively) hassle free, but just wondered since it was my first attempt at a full bike build if anyone had any pointers on things I could do to make everything go as smooth and easy as possible?
Just any random tips and tricks you might have learned doing your own, or stuff to consider/look out for when I get home to start buidling it up?
I'm fairly confident on being able to do it (relatively) hassle free, but just wondered since it was my first attempt at a full bike build if anyone had any pointers on things I could do to make everything go as smooth and easy as possible?
Just any random tips and tricks you might have learned doing your own, or stuff to consider/look out for when I get home to start buidling it up?
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This
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Plus lots of other info in the Tech FAQs, plus Parktools in link below.I don't do smileys.
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Hassle?...building a bike? :?
Tips;
- Start all screwing-stuff-in by hand to avoid fubaring any threads - especially BB, cranks/pedals etc
- Do not over-tighten anything
- Do BB bearing preload cap by hand (with your fingers)
- If shortening brake hoses, follow manufacturer's instructions precisely and you shouldn't need to do a bleed afterwards
- If in doubt get LBS to do headset
- Check, double check and triple check before taking the hacksaw to your fork steerer!
- Cut chain to correct length and quick-links"Why have that extra tooth if you're not using it?" - Brian Lopes
Votec V.SX Enduro 'Alpine Thug' 2012/2013 build
Trek Session 80