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    1989 3.0 Mtb build

    running an 11x42 on the rear and a 34T front. In retrospect, might have been wiser to use a 32 on the front, but I could muscle up the 17+% dirt section...trick is to get the rpm up to where you can maintain it, not blow up and keep it steady. The minute you have to stand, you're hosed and...
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    1989 3.0 Mtb build

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    1989 3.0 Mtb build

    Proper photo with a layer of dirt on it. Need to dial in the shifter/derailleur; running the SRAM GX 10 speed derailleur and shifter. Just got to adjust the stops and cable tension. Did 13 miles/1600' climbing yesterday and 21 miles/1400' climbing today. Riding at about 21 PSI to help smooth...
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    1989 3.0 Mtb build

    It's done; 23 pounds fully built; not too bad. Could shave some weight with a better crankset. Took it for an initial ride around Mt. Tam; October 30 and it's up to 80 in the sun. Just need the decals and trim out the zip ties to finish.
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    1989 3.0 Mtb build

    Found a frame (cheap!) on Ebay; 16" frame with fork, headset , bottom bracket and triple crankset. Have had a lot of fun riding my Bridgestone MB-Zip so I thought this would be a perfect project for a rebuild. Received the frame, found it missing one cantilever stud on the frame; removed the...
  6. 3.0 MTB rebuild

    3.0 MTB rebuild

    Found a beat up '89 3.0 Mountain frame on Craigslist. Have always been impressed with my old Bridgestone MB Zip and thought it would be nice to rebuild this frame as a 1x10 with flat bars. Going with a SRAM GX derailleur and shifter. Building new wheels using Sun Ringle rims and Novatec hubs...
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