Author Topic: Integrated Seatpost - cut it off? (Subrosa DTT) (Read 750 times)

punkdSICO · « **on:** April 20, 2013, 06:19 PM »

Hi All

Almost done on my DTT build so although I have not ridden it yet, I can not imagine that Im going to get on with the low seat. So, Im considering cutting it off and putting on a regular clamp so I can install a standard post.

About 1 year ago, someone on here did exactly this to a MkII DTT but cant find their details.

So, would you do it? Would it reduce the frame's value? Any tips on a good finish? I am pretty darn careful with this sort of thing so Im confident I can make a good job of it..

Thoughts??

Thanks,

Paul

Munnyella · « **Reply #1 on:** April 20, 2013, 06:25 PM »

I think it was Steven Costa, GTnumber1 that did it, should be easy enough to do, and as they were available as a normal seat post too, I can't see it affecting values.

MM

GavinDavis · « **Reply #2 on:** April 20, 2013, 07:08 PM »

Personally I wouldnt do it as it will take away the frame's originality!

Keep it original

Robbo · « **Reply #3 on:** April 20, 2013, 07:26 PM »

Don't do it.

Gnarlyscoots · « **Reply #4 on:** April 20, 2013, 07:48 PM »

Cut it off Paul

If you are going to keep it, what does it matter mate. Too many bikes sitting around gathering dust these days. Ride it while you can

GavinDavis · « **Reply #5 on:** April 20, 2013, 08:08 PM »

Its designed to he ridden with the integrated post......ride it like it was designed!

Or sell me it and buy another frame with a 2ft seatpost

oldschoolace · « **Reply #6 on:** April 20, 2013, 09:14 PM »

I wouldn't cut it off personally but if you are adamant you can get special clamps to guide a hack saw straight for this sort of thing

Wadz · « **Reply #7 on:** April 20, 2013, 09:18 PM »

Mine was already cut when i bought it but it not the original colour ,the bike is still fooking awsome and I've had 3 people wanting to buy it now I've up graded to a 2012 aggro mag model even though ive not advertised it.