Author Topic: 2nd build: 1984 JMC Shadow (Read 6429 times)

CurtisEXP · « **on:** February 15, 2015, 11:37 PM »

After the Curtis, I thought I would have a go at a survivor. Always liked the shape of the JMC; they look fast even when they are standing still!

I have enjoyed this one. I thought I would play with a few colours (gold / red) and to mix things up, use parts that I didn’t on the Curtis. I was unsure how it would come out, but I quite like the result…but I will await your expert opinion!

A few honourable mentions.
I was originally going to use the wheelset on the Curtis. The rims were in a terrible state; buckled and deep gouges down the sides. I sent them to Steve (Animal) and what he sent back, I remain convinced, were not the same rims. Totally straight, not a scratch in sight. Great workmanship.

In the spirit of a survivor build, I wanted to use as much original stuff as possible. I managed to recover 70 of the 72 spokes. Much polishing later, I had to track down 2 spares. Retrodan answered the ‘wanted’ and kindly popped two spokes in the post and wouldn’t hear of taking payment – greatly appreciated and indicative of the camaraderie on RAD – thanks again Dan.

Quick parts list:
Frame: JMC Shadow (84)
Forks: JMC Darrell Young
Handlebar: GT Pro
Stem: Suntour Power Stem
Cranks: Sugino CT175s
Chainwheel: Sugino
Wheels: Pro Class / Suntour Sealed hubs
Tyres: Tioga Comp IVs
Brakeset: Dia Compe 1020 / DC Pre-bent / 84 DC Cable
Pedals: Suntour XCII
Seat: Jaguar Aero
Seat Post: GT
Padset: OG JMC

I’ll get some outdoor shots up when the sun makes a reappearance, but in the interim, here she is.

I hope you like it.
Nick

rodriguez · « **Reply #1 on:** February 16, 2015, 01:07 AM »

Looks great

stu27 · « **Reply #2 on:** February 16, 2015, 05:56 AM »

Looking sweet
nice touch with the bit of gold

BADDH · « **Reply #3 on:** February 16, 2015, 06:53 AM »

Great bike mate, looks very tasty that 👍

CustardLips · « **Reply #4 on:** February 16, 2015, 08:38 AM »

Very nice.

Retrodan72 · « **Reply #5 on:** February 16, 2015, 08:43 AM »

Tidy that is Nick.

Jaan · « **Reply #6 on:** February 16, 2015, 09:21 AM »

I love a JMC and you've done a great job with yours bud

oldscool · « **Reply #7 on:** February 16, 2015, 09:48 AM »

Very nice

babarnum · « **Reply #8 on:** February 16, 2015, 10:33 AM »

A beautiful bmx, and a brand that is not seen regularly, well done !

insectbones · « **Reply #9 on:** February 16, 2015, 10:09 PM »

Very nice, like it a lot

Seripper · « **Reply #10 on:** February 17, 2015, 02:14 AM »

Beautiful, love the color combo..

dancetothedrummersbeat · « **Reply #11 on:** February 17, 2015, 09:44 AM »

BMX1973 · « **Reply #12 on:** February 17, 2015, 09:46 PM »

Very nice build.

steve69 · « **Reply #13 on:** February 22, 2015, 10:06 PM »

A nice clean build.

I'm a great lover of splashes of colour

( not a lover of those heavy crank arms though )

NORTY40 · « **Reply #14 on:** February 23, 2015, 01:21 PM »

Very nice that

especially like the use of the Red hubs

nosepickben · « **Reply #15 on:** February 23, 2015, 02:07 PM »

Good build that, i've always liked JMC's. I like the wheelset and tyres but not so sure about the gold parts, doesn't go that well with chrome.
I'd still have a play on it though!

factory pilot · « **Reply #16 on:** February 23, 2015, 03:03 PM »

Nice build .. Not sure either on those gold bits ?

Jonny · « **Reply #17 on:** February 23, 2015, 06:28 PM »

Tidy build that Pal! Good job!

CurtisEXP · « **Reply #18 on:** February 23, 2015, 10:30 PM »

Appreciate you taking time to give your feedback

Interesting to get the different views.

Cheers
Nick

steve69 · « **Reply #19 on:** February 24, 2015, 07:08 AM »

Quote from: CurtisEXP on February 23, 2015, 10:30 PM

Interesting to get the different views.

I like constructive critizum, blowing smoke up peoples arses is a cop-out

Andy68 · « **Reply #20 on:** February 25, 2015, 09:27 PM »

Liking that!!

Mikku · « **Reply #21 on:** February 26, 2015, 06:00 AM »

I like the gold and red touches - not too much of either so they don't detract from that sexy as frameset.

Lovely bike!

rooski · « **Reply #22 on:** March 12, 2015, 08:32 PM »

Very tidy bike

Some nice bits on there, red parts are nice ,love the Suntour / Proclass / Comp 4 combo, not as keen on the gold parts though.

Still there's no such thing as a finished build

animal · « **Reply #23 on:** March 13, 2015, 10:13 PM »

I Fricken love JMC shadows

Author Topic: 2nd build: 1984 JMC Shadow (Read 6429 times)

rodriguez