[ballaholyk84]

I have a Specialized Big Hit Spec and for some reason the Blackspire wont fit it. The back plate ring is too big and rubs on the swingarm mount. Will the E.13 also be the same? I would like to know before i order it so I dont have to go through the hassle again. Anyone have any suggestions?

Also just to make sure, my bike does take an ISCG right?

 

[MichaelT]

I have a Specialized Big Hit Spec and for some reason the Blackspire wont fit it. The back plate ring is too big and rubs on the swingarm mount. Will the E.13 also be the same? I would like to know before i order it so I dont have to go through the hassle again. Anyone have any suggestions?

Also just to make sure, my bike does take an ISCG right?

Howdy,

I am sure we have a fit for you.
Contact Derek at the office either by calling or e-mailing. Our phone number is 978.537.9313 and e-mail is support@e13components.com. He will be the best person to ask for fitment and we will be able to give you the most amount of fit tips.

Thanks,
Michael
e.thirteen

 

[TheMontashu]

get an E13 GREAT people to deal with

 

[ballaholyk84]

get an E13 GREAT people to deal with

Thats what I hear but I wanna make sure bfore i order it that I wont have the same problem. Kinda sucks now though cause I planned on getting up to Northstar for this closing weekend but if i have to order it then it wont be here in time.

 

[davep]

Just because the diameter of the guide places 'over' the pivot does not mean the guide will not work.
You will (most likely) need some washers/spacers between the ISCG tabs (yes they are ISCG) and the guide to get the correct spacing to your chainring.

I am not sure what model that guide is, but there are several made with different 'max' chainring diameter. If that model accepts up to a 44 tooth, that could also be some of the issue. NO ONE runs a 44 tooth front ring anymore on this type of bike, so there is no need for such a large guide diameter.

 

[ballaholyk84]

Just because the diameter of the guide places 'over' the pivot does not mean the guide will not work.
You will (most likely) need some washers/spacers between the ISCG tabs (yes they are ISCG) and the guide to get the correct spacing to your chainring.

I am not sure what model that guide is, but there are several made with different 'max' chainring diameter. If that model accepts up to a 44 tooth, that could also be some of the issue. NO ONE runs a 44 tooth front ring anymore on this type of bike, so there is no need for such a large guide diameter.

Well in order for it to be "Spaced" Far enought away from the bike I would need at least 1/2"-3/4" Spacers on each bolt to fit it to where the thing doesnt touch my pivot. Yes there is that much room i would need behind it.

Looks like Im gonna have to go back to using the Truvativ Box Chain Guide.

 

[VMARTINEZ]

I have a Specialized Big Hit Spec and for some reason the Blackspire wont fit it. The back plate ring is too big and rubs on the swingarm mount. Will the E.13 also be the same? I would like to know before i order it so I dont have to go through the hassle again. Anyone have any suggestions?

Also just to make sure, my bike does take an ISCG right?

Specialized uses some spacers between the back plate and the ICGS tabs. Have you local dealer call Specialized and find out which ones they use.
VM

 

[ballaholyk84]

They use the Truvativ Boxguides as for the stock guides.

 

[fellow pinner]

i think a gamut would work also

 

[VMARTINEZ]

No all the Big hits have black spire's except the spec's. And Gamut's on the Demo line.
Trust me

 

[ballaholyk84]

No all the Big hits have black spire's except the spec's. And Gamut's on the Demo line.
Trust me

Not too sure what your saying. Big Hit Specs come stock with Truvativ Boxguides not Blackspires. This is one that I had bought from a buddy thinking it would work. Looks like I am gonna have to order a Boxguide.

 

[VMARTINEZ]

No all the Big hits have black spire's except the spec's. And Gamut's on the Demo line.
Trust me

 

[VMARTINEZ]

The ICGS tabs are in to far so Specialized uses spacers on all the chain guides. Just space the backing plate out with some washers and get a BB Cup spacer from a shop and install it between the BB cup and the frame.
I had to do this on my canfield.
VM

 

[ballaholyk84]

No all the Big hits have black spire's except the spec's. And Gamut's on the Demo line.
Trust me

If that was a statement to when I said that they use Truvativ boxguides stock then I know. I am stating that pertaining to my bike, a Big Hit Spec.

 

[ballaholyk84]

The ICGS tabs are in to far so Specialized uses spacers on all the chain guides. Just space the backing plate out with some washers and get a BB Cup spacer from a shop and install it between the BB cup and the frame.
I had to do this on my canfield.
VM

OK well I am going to have to find 3/4" thick spacers for it and honestly will look pretty funky being mounted so far away like that.

Its not like I can just through a couple washers back there and it will be fine. I will have to stack about 10 washers behind each bolt for it to stick out far enough and no I am not exaggerating.

 

[VMARTINEZ]

I pmed you

 

[ballaholyk84]

I pmed you

Thanks I got it. I am running the Race Face 118MM Signature DH BB