I used a cane creek EC 44/40 bottom head tube cap. I had to shave off about 3mm off the inner cap that goes into the head to sit flush. And used the original top cap bearings. I plan to change out later since cane creek is capatable.
Up-graded my Giant Talon 2 to tapered forks
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I used a cane creek EC 44/40 bottom head tube cap. I had to shave off about 3mm off the inner cap that goes into the head to sit flush. And used the original top cap bearings. I plan to change out later since cane creek is capatable.
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I ended up with a Rock shock recon tapered fork. Lol.. Im really proud of it and how it rides
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I did have too pick up a new thru axel wheel and tire.. I didn't have enough to buy a matching Maxis tire, but I will eventually. I was so eager to see how it would look complete, so I just got a tube tire for now...lol
The Recon is an air fork upgrade.
The compression damper gets overloaded at higher speeds on bumpy downhill sections.
Because of the inner stanchion dimension, you can't upgrade that damper.
If you're considering any upgrades for your bike, a post will get you info and recommendations.
The compression damper gets overloaded at higher speeds on bumpy downhill sections.
Because of the inner stanchion dimension, you can't upgrade that damper.
If you're considering any upgrades for your bike, a post will get you info and recommendations.
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Thank you.... This upgrade was actually to see if I could make my straight head tube to take a tapered fork. The Recon was a practice run and for now will make do. Still learning and now I will be looking into the box 3 Prim 9 set to change out the stock derailleur, cassette and switch. As much as I've love riding I also like tinkering. I do appreciate the info.
You can look at Advent X drive components too. Microshift
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I will, thank you for the info..
Your bike stand is great! Looks like it might be a dual purpose stand?
BTW, The Recon is a good entry level air fork...
BTW, The Recon is a good entry level air fork...
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Lol.. thank you. It's actually the stainless steel stand you check your hand carry into the airport to make sure your hand carry luggage is the right size. A friend ordered the bike vice on Amazon and the rest is plywood screwed on.
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And Thank you for the encouragement on my airfork. I know there is a lot of ways to upgrade, but my small accomplishment is filling for me.
Ah. I thought it looked familiar. Perfect.
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Lol.. I was born in 1970 so kinda make use first with what I have before just buying something new...it works..
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