Showing posts with label R5 Build. Show all posts
Showing posts with label R5 Build. Show all posts

Sunday, August 7, 2011

R5 Build and Adjustments...



Pictures of the R5 build

Yesterday I finished the R5 build at Cycling Concepts in Rocky Hill after my R3 was hit from behind crushing the rear wheel, and damaging the frame at the rear seat stays.  I decided to move up one level to the R5 because the frame was in Celtic Green, and I did not have to wait until October to get the new one.  Changing color schemes meant that I had to change a few parts as well, which made the build a bit more money, but tied the bike together nicely.  Love the new look
I still have one or two more changes to go, as my pedals are still red which clash a bit, I am going to look into getting a rebuild kit or used black pair of Zero's so round out the look.  I also have to get new cams for the brakes, but they will due and are more long term changes.
After the build I went for a short 10 mile ride, and found a couple of fit changes I need.  I had to tip the nose down on my saddle a bit, and level the bars, Done and Done.  The one thing that worries me though is the bottom bracket made a bit clunk when I stood up and laid the weight to the pedals.  This could be due to the bb being a bit loose, but more likely the BB needs to be press in a bit more.  I will take it back into CC today for this fix. 
It is raining out today, so I will have to wait to check it on the road until Monday morning.  I a later ride on Monday after shop hours, and then ride a moderate ride 20-30 miles to check for any other adjustments before embarking on my Shop ride on Tuesday, and long ride Wednesday...
Wish me luck!