Upgrades for this Vintage 90's steel Specialized Rockhopper

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Turn on CC for commentary: This heavily modified rockhopper gets a new set of wheels and tires but more interestingly gets a modern 1X10 transmission. Vintage looks with modern functionality.
00:00 - 00:54 intro
00:54 - 03:12 installing BB cups
03:12 - 04:05 installing Crankset
04:05 - 07:08 installing levers and grips
07:08 - 08:48 installing rear derailleur
08:48 - 10:50 installing chain
10:50 - 11:16 adjusting Derailleur
11:16 - 13:43 installing cables
13:43 - 14:10 finishing cable
14:10 - 15:22 changing front wheel
15:22 - 15:47 checking tire clearance
15:47 - 16:31 final look
#bikebuild #retromtb #steelbike #specializedrockhopper

Пікірлер: 56

@purpletrance9874 13 күн бұрын

Who doesn't like an old Rockhopper or Stumpjumper? This is a very cool build, especially with the clearcoated polished frame/forks. Love the hot pink decals and an otherwise understated stealth colour theme! Inspirational 👍👌😎

@TheUndeadMechanic 13 күн бұрын

Thanks for the kind words. I do try my best to understand the client's taste and deliver a concept that I think aligns with what they want and is tasteful.

@brv002 5 ай бұрын

That bike is mint! I have a 2001 Stumpjumper M4 that I'm building up to restomod similar to this. This gives so much inspiration. Keep it up!

@TheUndeadMechanic 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Yes, the owner is extremely happy with how this project has evolved.👍🏼

@scottnewbould3798 3 ай бұрын

Any chance you can post a build list for everything used? Looks amazing, well done!

@TheUndeadMechanic 2 ай бұрын

Thanks. Yes, trying to get around to it.

@Londinius 11 ай бұрын

Great build, very inspiring! Keep up the good work!

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Thank you very much. I am glad you like it. It's my every day, so I will👍🏼

@CharlieMetcalf 11 ай бұрын

Looks Amazing!

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@Edgar-fq8kx 11 ай бұрын

Man this is a solid bike build… !!!!!!

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Thank you. I'm quite proud of it and the owner is emphatically pleased by the aesthetic and ride.

@hbandere 9 ай бұрын

very sharp

@TheUndeadMechanic 9 ай бұрын

Thank you.

@riskyrax 5 ай бұрын

Sick one

@TheUndeadMechanic 5 ай бұрын

Thanks👍🏼

@thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind Жыл бұрын

Nice ! I bet one single pink rear der cable housing in just the rear might finish it off. but maybe it is overkill. Hmmmm.

@TheUndeadMechanic Жыл бұрын

Thanks🙂. I try to ride the line between being true to the era and something that isn't over the top visually. In my opinion, brightly colored cable housings draw the eye away from much more important details and focus it on one of the least interesting parts of the bike. That's also not to say I haven't done it. To each their own.

@thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind Жыл бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanic I totally agree. I was just thinking about the flow. And yes, one can take it way too far. Subtle is best. cheers !

@randallpachoud2437 Жыл бұрын

Awesome build! I have a Gary Fisher I'd like to raw . How'd you get the finish so consistently smooth?

@TheUndeadMechanic Жыл бұрын

Thanks. It was lots of work by hand. Working with abrasives gradually from course to fine to very fine.

@kittydeliria 9 ай бұрын

Hi, you do a really nice job on this custom build it's been a while that i look at someone who put a 1x10 transmission on a retro mtb. Just a little question what's the specs of the cassette you put with this 10s shimano Tiagra ?

@TheUndeadMechanic 9 ай бұрын

Its an 11-40 10 speed microshift cassette. Its a bit heavier than i would like but the choice was made for range and cost. Hoping the weight will translate into something a bit more durable. We will see. Hope that helps.

@kittydeliria 9 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot it will really help me in my researd for the perfect groupset for my bike 💪

@MySoul369 11 ай бұрын

What bars are those and where did you get them?

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Surly is the brand, sunrise is the model.

@timtaylor9590 7 ай бұрын

whats the max wheel/tire size on these old mountain bikes? i wonder if theyll fit 700c with smaller tires.

@TheUndeadMechanic 7 ай бұрын

From my experience each frame is different, and some have more room than others. That being said if you get to a 26x2.4 it's just about 700 territory, so with a smaller 700 tire it will definitely fit in some frames. For example: At the shop, we have a steel kona that we swapped the rear dropouts for track dropouts to make a fixed trick bike. It's running 700x36c and is about 2 milimiter away from the seat stay bridge.

@timtaylor9590 7 ай бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanic nice man

@timtaylor9590 7 ай бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanic then wont there be a problem lining up the brake pads to the rim? could switching from canti to v brake solve that issue?

@TheUndeadMechanic 7 ай бұрын

@timtaylor9590 That's why there is no problem on the fixed trick bike. There are no brakes. All braking is done by the pedales through the fixed cog. But yes, the brake track is in a different position. Just changing to Vbrake may still not get you the adjustment range needed. Paul componenets sell a specific design that allows for significant enough adjustment that they can be used without doubt. Or if you know a frame builder the brake mounts can be repositioned.

@IntercityRegalos-hj3pd 6 ай бұрын

Non Disc brakes? Suspension? 29' wheels? Hey man wtf?

@TheUndeadMechanic 6 ай бұрын

Yes, bucking all the trends🤣

@Yes-Or-No2612 8 ай бұрын

can you give the link to buy the handlebars pls

@TheUndeadMechanic 8 ай бұрын

www.gregarioatelier.com/product/vintage-mtb-rise-bar

@Yes-Or-No2612 8 ай бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanicit's not the same as the one in the video

@TheUndeadMechanic 8 ай бұрын

@@Yes-Or-No2612 sorry, you are correct. I was thinking of a different build. That is the Surly sunrise.

@oreocarlton3343 Жыл бұрын

arent those long pull levers?

@TheUndeadMechanic Жыл бұрын

Canti specific. Try again.

@oreocarlton3343 Жыл бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanic my bad

@hotrodjoey50jo 7 ай бұрын

what wheels are those???

@TheUndeadMechanic 7 ай бұрын

Custom built by me for this project.

@hotrodjoey50jo 7 ай бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanic was gonna do the same, was just curious about the rim...(all black)

@jeanpaulgf 3 ай бұрын

What kind of rim is this?

@electrofixzzy6067 11 ай бұрын

Size tires?

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

26X2.4

@electrofixzzy6067 11 ай бұрын

SWEET BUILD.!💪💯..

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

@@electrofixzzy6067 Thank you

@m.d.498 11 ай бұрын

Almost looks titanium

@TheUndeadMechanic 11 ай бұрын

Agreed

@Yes-Or-No2612 8 ай бұрын

What is the price

@TheUndeadMechanic 8 ай бұрын

This was built for a client specifically to size, purpose, and style. So this one is not for sale.

@Yes-Or-No2612 8 ай бұрын

@@TheUndeadMechanic oh okay

@rickygonzalez1545 6 ай бұрын

Music is

@TheUndeadMechanic 6 ай бұрын

@rickygonzalez1545 6 ай бұрын

Music In video please@@TheUndeadMechanic