Author Topic: Just another GT build thread............. (Read 10541 times)

oldschoolace · « **Reply #25 on:** February 16, 2018, 01:40 PM »

No doubt there is some sort of solvent out there that would have that brake rub off in a jiffy. Just finding one that doesnt melt the mags $:-\$

Bet some sort of axle mounted crapping tool would go down well. Nice circular scrapping with no fear of digging in or putting gouges in the rim edge

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #26 on:** February 16, 2018, 01:43 PM »

Quote from: oldschoolace on February 16, 2018, 01:40 PM

No doubt there is some sort of solvent out there that would have that brake rub off in a jiffy. Just finding one that doesnt melt the mags $:-\$

Bet some sort of axle mounted crapping tool would go down well. Nice circular scrapping with no fear of digging in or putting gouges in the rim edge

I think the fact that I'm doing it so carefully and my real job taking me away all week are big contributing factors to why I haven't done it yet

I'm happy with the results so far so will carry on, only 3/4 of a wheel to go

BMX1973 · « **Reply #27 on:** February 16, 2018, 03:44 PM »

I bet this will turn out nice

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #28 on:** February 17, 2018, 12:01 PM »

Going for it today. On to the last side of the rear wheel now.

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Fcuk knows what blocks were used but FML!

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #29 on:** February 17, 2018, 01:13 PM »

the main shite is all off now, ready for the scrubbing!

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brettypeeps · « **Reply #30 on:** February 17, 2018, 02:13 PM »

Looking good that Nick

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #31 on:** February 17, 2018, 04:28 PM »

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First bit done!

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #32 on:** February 18, 2018, 01:30 PM »

A few bits getting ready for a bit of SBD magic

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #33 on:** February 18, 2018, 01:31 PM »

then there's this badboy

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PHIL9HUF · « **Reply #34 on:** February 21, 2018, 10:44 PM »

Looking ace Nick

Them Shinkos

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #35 on:** February 23, 2018, 11:43 AM »

Thank you Wini

Another piece of the jigsaw. Best get fettling!

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #36 on:** February 28, 2018, 08:55 PM »

A bit of SBD magic

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #37 on:** March 02, 2018, 03:58 PM »

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #38 on:** March 09, 2018, 02:15 PM »

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Slowly getting there. Frame, forks, bars and post gone off today.

In2bmx · « **Reply #39 on:** March 09, 2018, 02:16 PM »

This is going to be another cracker mate

Retrodan72 · « **Reply #40 on:** March 09, 2018, 02:24 PM »

Love your builds Swan Gay, great attention to detail.

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #41 on:** March 10, 2018, 05:22 PM »

Thanks chaps, it’s a bit of a compliment to have these comments from such esteemed builders.

Considering I was actually looking for a frame set for a friend it’s turned into a labour of love.

I think I’m there with bits but now waiting for the refinish on most of the major parts.

I’ve had some little eBay victories with this one. Not only the bike itself but I finally picked up a stamped GT power disc for relative pennies compared to the US market.

Next update will be as when these bits arrive

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #42 on:** March 17, 2018, 01:31 PM »

This was always going to the hardest part of the jigsaw to find!

Found!

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #43 on:** March 25, 2018, 02:33 PM »

Just sat waiting!

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #44 on:** April 06, 2018, 08:33 PM »

Had word this week that the frame is about to experience the magic of SBD. Just the seat to come back then we’re ready to go!

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That Swan Guy · « **Reply #45 on:** April 08, 2018, 08:26 PM »

So my OCD has done my noggin in with the grips. I found a lovely set of white A’me rounds but the grips that came on the bike originally were A’me rounds with no outer flange. Anyway I put up an ad on facefook and got teased with a couple of pairs, knowing I had the white rounds and a set of red Tris I could use as trade bait I went to the cave to get a picture of them. As I walked out I saw this

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Mrs S G’s Hot Heart. But take a closer look!

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I guess now I have to convince her it’s the right thing to do

brettypeeps · « **Reply #46 on:** April 08, 2018, 09:05 PM »

She will never notice

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #47 on:** April 16, 2018, 11:42 PM »

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She will never notice

I smoothed it over with Mrs S G

I think!

That Swan Guy · « **Reply #48 on:** April 16, 2018, 11:44 PM »

The positive to come out of this wait for the seat and the frame set to be redone is that the skin on my thumb has grown back after stripping that bloody break rub off.

My phone now recognises my finger print again!

Andyboy77 · « **Reply #49 on:** April 17, 2018, 05:24 AM »

Great thread and a really nice build Nick! I'm a little bit envious of that seat

Hats off for your endurance on them OGK's. I know how much work that is, as I did a set myself a while ago. Next time you have set to be cleaned up, let me know please. I actually enjoyed doing it.

Looking forward on this stunner.

Author Topic: Just another GT build thread............. (Read 10541 times)

In2bmx