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monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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hi i just got a kona scab for my birth day, and it came with a rigid fork, and some truativ fire-x cranks and a bashgaurd, any suggestions on how to make it stronger? oh ya a manitou x-vert is on the way, and im thinking about some sun mammoth rims and disc, any other suggestions would really help! thanks :D :cool: :)
 
Ian F

Ian F

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Sep 8, 2001
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Mammoths would be stronger, but the stock rims should last you awhile. A friend has one of those bikes and other than adding discs, there's not much need to replace anything. Have fun with it! :cool:
 
BMXman

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Originally posted by monkeyboy424
hi i just got a kona scab for my birth day, and it came with a rigid fork, and some truativ fire-x cranks and a bashgaurd, any suggestions on how to make it stronger? oh ya a manitou x-vert is on the way, and im thinking about some sun mammoth rims and disc, any other suggestions would really help! thanks :D :cool: :)
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replace that Manitou fork with a Marzocchi....Manitiou forks are not the best forks for jump bikes....JMO......D
 
the BIG cheese

the BIG cheese

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i have basicly the same bike (kona stuff) and the rims (ditch witch) are plenty strong for 2-5 feet to flat (all ive tested) and maybe 8-10 foot doubles, the cranks (truvativ husselfelt) are also pretty strong but im a 210lb rider and im really hard on my stuff. i opted for the disc brakes and got the hayes hmx-1 brakes, work great! and yes ditch the manitou and get a marzocchi dj1 or dj2 fork, i have a exr 100mm right now but if i had the money i would get one of those:monkey:
 
monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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if i had the money i would, but i spent it all on the bike:rolleyes: i still owe my mom 215 dollas for it( i just turned 14 today) so thats what im savin up for, the reason im going with the manitou x vert is a friend is giving it to me, so the cheaper the better:D :cool: :)
 
monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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hey big cheese, the stock wheels on my bike were alex dm-18s i already bent the rear one and got a flat, so i dont think they are gonna last long :D :cool: :)
 
monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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maybe on yours... what year is it, because mine is a 2001 (onsale) and the stuff is a more expensive model and probably came with nicer wheels...... :D :cool: :)
 
monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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would some one with a kind soul please help this 14 year old boy to make his bike dreams come true? well....will yuh......PLEASE?!?! ok:D :cool: :)
 
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VPSGuy

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Id ditch the fire-X cranks, I saw a 12 yr old break them off a 2 foot drop. For rims Id go with Rhino XL's. Id ride the ridged fork instead of the manipoo, less chance of it blowing up and shooting a top cap at you and hitting you in the eye. :D
 
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monkeyboy424

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hehe :D :cool: :)
 
amateur

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Apr 18, 2002
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well, where to start... how much money you got layin around??? thatd be a good start.

but, DO NOT GET RHYNO LITES. i cracked the rear weld, and the front is on the way out too. so,i'd say single tracks or atom labs. crank? i have an fsa v-drive isis(90 bucks at pricepoint.com) with an fsa ultimax xtreme pro bb. as far as a fork goes, the x vert should work, but you might wanna look into upgrading to a dj1 or a supernova if you wanna keep manitou going. as for front disc, go with an avid mechanical. for dj you'll fall a fair amount and hydro leversare expensiveto replace. keep v on the rear, like avid arch rivals or any shimano v brake.

PM with any other questions.
 
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Intense Biker

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Feb 20, 2002
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Yes, RhynoLites sucks. Get some D521's and a better fork. I don't really know any 14 years old with enough money for a Supernova...:D Basically any Marzocchi will hold up to abusive riding (maybe not the ones with the M Arch from what I've heard). Go far a 2000 or older Z-1 with the bolt on crown.

For cranks (if your strapped for cash) LX, if you have unlimited monetary resources then get some Profile's 3 piece or On-One Retards.

Go with an Avid mech. brake in the front and an XTR V-Brake in the rear or a hydraulic rim brake from Magura if you don't have disc mounts.

That about does it. Hehe
 
monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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i have bout 500 bucks lying around, but i think im gonna get the wheels and be done with it, because i think im gonna get a computer for my room ok thanks :D :cool: :)
 
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hardtail_schmuk

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Stop worrying about what parts you have and go ride the damn thing. I'm sure whatever you have now will be fine. I've seen people with $200 breakless freeagent single-walled rim, 36 spoke, one piece crank bikes bust at the trails. I'm sure your bike is fine. JMO.
 
monkeyboy424

monkeyboy424

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why would you do that to my thread????? not that i give, but y?? i no i complain to much, i have been riding it and my bmx is already perfect so no worrys there! ok thanx for the suggestions guys, zero stars, do i really suck that much???? :D :cool: :)
 
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stringcheese

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Jun 6, 2002
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I'd keep the rigid if I were you. You'll appreciate the simplicity and lack of maintinence in the long run. Also using a rigid will help you develop skills and teach you how to ride smoothly without depending on suspension.
 
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