ChrisF Posted April 15, 2019 Share EDIT - video of the project : Thank you Jaco for the Mongoose. Now for the rebuild .... Maritz has a few months left on his 24''. Perfect time to get busy on the rebuild of his 26'' Mongoose. Step 1 - what colour .... now if you know Maritz that is a daft question .... OBVIOUSLY it must be GREEN. And so we drool over the photos of the various CBR projects - https://carbonbikerepair.co.za/wp/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw19DlBRCSARIsAOnfRehbi6rIG0TviwVr3v8-EEjqEcj_81mDtC5kfjTqN6OIuMwJUm2XBocaAqjKEALw_wcB# One phone call, and a visit to Justine and we are super excited .... Should add, Justine KNOWS her game !! She gave us some good pointers and ideas ... Step 1 - YES, many a "step 1" in this project. Go speak to Mark at Mark's workshop about possible upgrades to the gearing .... Hope I can fit this in the budget .... Step 1 - Black cable housings on a custom green frame ... Waiting to hear back from a supplier regarding green outers for the gear cables, as well as green hydraulic hoses. { please let me know if you know where I can get this } Step ONE - Now we need to start stripping the bike for the paint. What better time for some pics in the garage ... The Mongoose has a full set of Deore LX components Nice ROCK SHOX REBA .... probably not on par with the modern shocks, but a lot better than the shocks on typical kids bikes. Okay, so the "before" is recorded .... time for the project to begin. And Maritz starts by removing the dual water bottle holders .... { note to self - must remember to look for a green or black water bottle holder } Time for a quick custom tool to make life a bit easier - And off is the chain ... just a few more parts ... Time to remove the crank Time for Maritz to learn about the types of hammers and when to use which ... Sorry, bed time ... and NO, I am not allowed to work on my own, must wait until he can join me in the garage ... so please be patient. This thread may take a while ... PLEAS NOTE : I know there are many on the Hub that can do these projects with their eyes closed. PLEASE add you tips to this thread. Just maybe this thread can assist some of the newer members trying to find their way around tools .... Edited June 23, 2019 by ChrisF slickjay007, Skylark, Gandalf and 5 others 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJR Posted April 15, 2019 Share Fantastic project. I'll be following it keenly! ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neill Du Toit Posted April 15, 2019 Share Enjoy the project! Looking forward to see the end product ???? ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildwindfr Posted April 15, 2019 Share Nice. Will follow it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skylark Posted April 15, 2019 Share Cool bike, cool dad, lucky kid! Where did you guys find such an old model in pristine condition, the bike must be pushing 10yrs+ old? That fork is awesome, in addition to having good handling they are very reliable and easy to service. Edited April 15, 2019 by Skylark popcorn_skollie 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prince Albert Cycles Posted April 16, 2019 Share Mooi Chris geniet dit met Maritz! ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted April 16, 2019 Share Cool bike, cool dad, lucky kid! Where did you guys find such an old model in pristine condition, the bike must be pushing 10yrs+ old? That fork is awesome, in addition to having good handling they are very reliable and easy to service. The stars alligned ... Classic case of dad buying bikes for the whole family .... few years later his and moms bikes still have brand new tires .... We were most fortunate to get our grubby paws on this bike. And YES, it IS in pristine condition !! In an era where it is becoming near impossible to get decent 26'' bikes were are VERY happy about this bike !! Tatt and Skylark 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
popcorn_skollie Posted April 16, 2019 Share Cool bike, cool dad, lucky kid! Where did you guys find such an old model in pristine condition, the bike must be pushing 10yrs+ old? That fork is awesome, in addition to having good handling they are very reliable and easy to service. I'm torn here. On the one hand I'm keen to see it get hulked out, on the other its practically a sin to touch a bike that mint. ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beard Posted April 16, 2019 Share This is going to be such a cool build project! Hairy 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PhilipV Posted April 16, 2019 Share This is such a cool project!And the side by side DIY aspect warms the cockles of my heart. Be wary of adding Green cables, hoses and bottle cages. If the greens don't match it starts to look a bit like a confused chameleon. Rather let the frames paint job do the talking and have it underpinned by black than have three different shades of green distracting from a nice paint job. We are keeping my wife's XS 26er hardtail and a couple of nice forks and wheels for this exact reason. The kids are close together, so I'll probably get another frame along the way and keep it on the garage rafters. Captain Fastbastard Mayhem, Hairy, ChrisF and 2 others 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisF Posted April 16, 2019 Share This is such a cool project!And the side by side DIY aspect warms the cockles of my heart. Be wary of adding Green cables, hoses and bottle cages. If the greens don't match it starts to look a bit like a confused chameleon.Rather let the frames paint job do the talking and have it underpinned by black than have three different shades of green distracting from a nice paint job.... Philip this is gnawing away at the back of my mind ... I may possibly put the money for the cables and hoses towards the cost of a 1x11, ... underpin the green frame with the black, AND clean up the frame from one extra cable and derailure .... The gears are perfect for now, but if it does need work a year down the road, I am going to kick my own butt if the frame is knicked by the front derailure ....(says the voice on the one shoulder ) 11-50 Sunrace 32 up front paired with a 26'' and he can climb steep hills and still easily get to 30km/h YES, working next to Maritz like this is absolutely price less !! I loosen the bolts, then he removes the parts. He gets to learn about pozzi vs hex drivers, types of hammers, etc ... All while we build ever lasting memories. Wannabe, Neill Du Toit, Gandalf and 4 others 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andymann Posted April 16, 2019 Share In 1984 when I was 12 my Dad did something similar for me - except it was with 3 scrap motorbikes. You're teaching your son some seriously valuable skills right there. He will be forever grateful. BSG, Hairy, ChrisF and 3 others 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CdT85 Posted April 16, 2019 Share Lekker rebuild project. Always had a soft spot for Mongoose. Awesome father son project Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJR Posted April 16, 2019 Share ...............Awesome father son project I have done various father and son projects over the years and they were all awesome! I enjoyed them so much that I am currently working on another one.......a 2 wheeled "21st birthday present" even though we have run out of space for bicycles quite a while ago! ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJR Posted April 16, 2019 Share ............ working next to Maritz like this is absolutely price less !! .............Say that a few million times and you'll still be short of saying it enough Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobertWhitehead Posted April 16, 2019 Share Great project and initiative from you dad! Hope it all works out, I will keep a close eye and offer some advice if needed ChrisF 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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