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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #50 on: March 27, 2016, 09:23 PM »
Looks spot on Ed.  :daumenhoch: :smitten: :smitten:

Cheers Jon ... I'm seriously stoked on it ... it just wasn't happening for while ... then I had a result in finding the decal set that I wanted that had a more 90s look AND scored a TNT wheelset ( Derringer hubs on chrome Ukai rims )

I'm just after a set of pedals and a micro adjust post to get it finished ... think I'll need to get the cranks powdered white as they are in a bad way even for survivors  :angel:
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #51 on: March 27, 2016, 09:32 PM »
The blue labels look like they've got more machined sections than the red labels... or maybe it's just the angles. ???
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #52 on: March 27, 2016, 10:27 PM »
is there any difference in these Derringer hubs other than the decals?

Hub shells are the same. Early reds might have hollow axles but generally speaking the only difference is the decals.  :daumenhoch:
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #53 on: March 27, 2016, 10:29 PM »
is there any difference in these Derringer hubs other than the decals?

Hub shells are the same. Early reds might have hollow axles but generally speaking the only difference is the decals.  :daumenhoch:

Jon the decals on my hubs ( red ) are peeling and I have replacement decals ( blue ) to match the frame ... would you leave them ( carefully gluing them back down ) or use the new ones?
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #54 on: March 27, 2016, 11:00 PM »
is there any difference in these Derringer hubs other than the decals?

Hub shells are the same. Early reds might have hollow axles but generally speaking the only difference is the decals.  :daumenhoch:

Jon the decals on my hubs ( red ) are peeling and I have replacement decals ( blue ) to match the frame ... would you leave them ( carefully gluing them back down ) or use the new ones?

Do what works for you Ed.  :daumenhoch:

I know what its like to have a build that is so close to being done, and how a little thing like that can make or break it. At the same time I only refinish things if they have already been refinished by a previous owner, as I know how hard it is to find original stuff these days. Its a tough call that we all have to choose between so just go for what you feel is best for the bike.
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #55 on: March 27, 2016, 11:04 PM »
Nice bike Ed  ;)
Leave the original hub decals on buddy as they say "it's only original once "  :daumenhoch:

And FFS get some hollow axles  ;D :LolLolLolLol:
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #56 on: March 28, 2016, 09:27 PM »
That looks awesome, lovin the decs :daumenhoch: I think white cranks would spoil it tho :-\

Is the crossbar on those bars butted/tapered?

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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #57 on: March 28, 2016, 10:45 PM »
Nice bike Ed  ;)
Leave the original hub decals on buddy as they say "it's only original once "  :daumenhoch:

And FFS get some hollow axles  ;D :LolLolLolLol:

why would I replace the original axles?  ;D

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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #58 on: March 28, 2016, 10:47 PM »
That looks awesome, lovin the decs :daumenhoch: I think white cranks would spoil it tho :-\

Is the crossbar on those bars butted/tapered?

the bars are butted/tapered Daz  :daumenhoch: I think they are GT bars ... I like 'em  :daumenhoch:
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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #59 on: March 28, 2016, 10:48 PM »
is there any difference in these Derringer hubs other than the decals?

Hub shells are the same. Early reds might have hollow axles but generally speaking the only difference is the decals.  :daumenhoch:

Jon the decals on my hubs ( red ) are peeling and I have replacement decals ( blue ) to match the frame ... would you leave them ( carefully gluing them back down ) or use the new ones?

Do what works for you Ed.  :daumenhoch:

I know what its like to have a build that is so close to being done, and how a little thing like that can make or break it. At the same time I only refinish things if they have already been refinished by a previous owner, as I know how hard it is to find original stuff these days. Its a tough call that we all have to choose between so just go for what you feel is best for the bike.

I'll keep 'em original them ... I'm sure I can stick 'em back down ok  :angel: cheers Jon

so happy with it  :slayer:

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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #60 on: March 28, 2016, 11:47 PM »
Ed, Bike looks awesome.
I managed to re-glue a Hula Hoop decal, Removed with lighter fluid, Old glue removed with lighter fluid and re-stuck using spray mount :daumenhoch:

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Re: TNT prototype build
« Reply #61 on: March 28, 2016, 11:58 PM »
Ed, Bike looks awesome.
I managed to re-glue a Hula Hoop decal, Removed with lighter fluid, Old glue removed with lighter fluid and re-stuck using spray mount :daumenhoch:

sweet - cheers Gaz ... I will try that on the edges that have lifted  8)
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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #62 on: May 05, 2016, 06:41 PM »

Frame & Fork : 1991 TNT Prototype Longfello
Wheels : Red label TNT Derringer hubs laced to Ukai 36h rims
Bars : GT
Seat : Selle Turbo
Grips : Jive Handles with Jive donuts
Tyres : Cheng Shin 2.1 front and 1.75 rear
Seatpost : early Primo Rod
Brake lever : DC Tech77
Brake : Odyssey Pitbull
Pedals : Odyssey Tripple Trap
Cable : Odyssey Slic
Cranks : GT Profiles
Chainwheel : TNT
Chain : Izumi
Stem : TNT
Headset : Tioga Beartrap II
Seatpost clamp : Odyssey Posi-stop
Extras : Ron C Headwrap / Sharp lever grip

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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #63 on: May 05, 2016, 06:45 PM »
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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #64 on: May 05, 2016, 06:46 PM »
My thanks go to Nick Custardlips for parting with the frame, forks and seat ... MidschoolJon for the inspiration to build sexy race bikes ... Olly for the stem ... Nic for the peds ... Lenny Lentini for the Primo post ... and everyone who's comments helped drive the build  :daumenhoch:

I thank you all ... now I'm off for a razzz!

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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #65 on: May 05, 2016, 09:06 PM »
Ed that is 'Super smashing great. Ooh I could crush a grape!'

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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #66 on: May 06, 2016, 07:34 AM »
thanks Lee ... and no its not for sale  :surprise:
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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #67 on: May 06, 2016, 10:03 AM »
Love it Ed.  :smitten:  I woulda kept it if i coulda found that decal set. ???
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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #68 on: May 06, 2016, 03:12 PM »
Looks great  :daumenhoch:
If in doubt flat out.

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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #69 on: May 06, 2016, 04:02 PM »
thats Lee ... and no its not for sale  :surprise:
not ever or just not at the moment?

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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #70 on: May 06, 2016, 07:16 PM »
thats Lee ... and no its not for sale  :surprise:
not ever or just not at the moment?

yes  :-*
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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #71 on: May 06, 2016, 07:38 PM »
Real nice is that Ed  :daumenhoch:


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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #72 on: May 06, 2016, 08:44 PM »
No fat pegs  "nono"







Quite like it though  :daumenhoch:
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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #73 on: May 09, 2016, 12:00 PM »
 Looks great Ed.. :daumenhoch:

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Re: TNT prototype build *FINISHED*
« Reply #74 on: May 09, 2016, 12:11 PM »
Nice one Ed, it would look much better in my garage or in my hands at bolehills.  :daumenhoch:

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