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Soapster887
08-16-2007, 10:20 AM
Ok, So this is my bike Currently,

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q300/ZenChicken_photo/Mine007.jpg


I am planning on buying this frame (Pic Cred to HBtrials.com)

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q300/ZenChicken_photo/czar_main.jpg



What could I keep off my old bike and put onto my new frame. I hope to move over as much as possible, even if its not completely estecially pleasing. Im hoping the wheelset/brakes/cranks perhaps the fork/bars/.... im assuming I would need a new stem. What would you guys reccomend? And finally, I'm iffy about the cranks and BB. Anyone think they will fit?

muddyfox
08-16-2007, 10:39 AM
Newer frames are designed for wide rims, so you may have problems with the brakes not reaching the rim. I had an old monty wheel that wouldnt work in a koxx lb frame because of this.
Everything else should work, as long as you have enough steerer tube on the fork.

Soapster887
08-16-2007, 03:15 PM
no other opinions?

netto
08-16-2007, 04:21 PM
the parts should fit fine. you might need a new bottom bracket but the other parts shouldnt be a problem.