Your channel is starting to turn into a dream builds channel but based in reality. I, for one, approve of that. I love the trials vids but the variation is welcome too. Nice work Ali!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Dream second hand builds 😄
@kotelettschweiss78112 жыл бұрын
Couldnt agree more. Alis builds are so genuine and unique, its really fun and refreshing to watch.
@tommycooperfish2 жыл бұрын
What nooo! Don't you guys know you have to buy a brand new 15k E-bike, wear out the headset or bottom bracket then declare the entire thing land fill. You are going to get "big bike" mad with this alien concept of actually fixing stuff.
@lynxg46412 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson stuff doesn't have to be new to be something you want/dreamt about owning ;-) TOO much consumerism and waste being created on this little planet of ours, no one's fixes and keeps things long enough these days - stuff stops working, it's tossed and they buy another. My newest bike is 4 years old and I plan to keep it at least until the frame disintegrates under me, same plan with all the rest :-D
@endianAphones2 жыл бұрын
Working class builds
@hananas22 жыл бұрын
I absolutely love projects like this, where zero f*s are given about what it's "supposed to be" and just really make it what *you* want I myself have hacked cable mounts off my red 2006 Stumpjumper FSR comp, and have sawed rear racks off vintage city bikes and I love that I did both! Will definitely keep doing this kind of stuff just like you.
@twinshock1752 жыл бұрын
I am not used to seeing a YT video using safety PPE, usually it is squint goggles, no ear muffs or respirator. Nice job as usual Ali, cant wait to see the RED coloured paint job!
@customerisalwaysrigh2 жыл бұрын
This is some seriously incredible work! I've never even heard of someone bothering to remove the cantilever post after a disk conversion, let alone making it look like they were never there.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much!
@That_Stealth_Guy2 жыл бұрын
As a vintage Cannondale fan I have to just say thank you and tell you to just disregard anyone who chooses to hate on your bike. You have done an amazing job at improving the looks and function. The only down side of this build is it is making me want tear down my just completed build just to remove the brake bosses. I can't wait to see what color you choose. FYI, mine came out stunning in Lime Green and Titanium Metallic.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Your colors sound nice! And thanks for the encouragement, I can understand people wanting to keep stuff original but these frames aren’t exactly rare (I have another one) so I wanna get it looking super neat :)
@That_Stealth_Guy2 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson Mission accomplished on making it super neat. If you want to see my Delta V I finally got off my butt and uploaded and KZbin short video of it. Feel free to look and offer any advice/suggestions..
@MrDanTrials2 жыл бұрын
Obviously it's grey! Looking forward to the reveal. Quick tip on the primers: use the etch primer first, as it is slightly acidic, and this helps it to bite into the aluminium better. Also, with some paints it can strip the layer underneath, so always best to apply direct to the bare metal, and let it gas off well, before applying the wash primer. And obviously with it being acidic, don't use on plastics!
@The_Real_JN2 жыл бұрын
Bit too late to tell him about the primers!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
That makes a lot of sense! I’ve only ever painted one bike (as in taken it seriously) so I’m a beginner when it comes to the details…I’ll bare this in mind for next time, thanks for helping 👍🏻
@the_Monkee2 жыл бұрын
That file work looks so slick. Really wouldn’t think there was a bridge or mounts there. Again another awesome video. Really enjoy the bike builds. Colour choice? Think it might be a deep red. Probably way off though
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Red was second choice but not the one I went for
@canadiangoose40782 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking green
@angelolopez43592 жыл бұрын
PART 3 PLEASE! I DO LOVE RESTORING BIKES
@bigbird24512 жыл бұрын
Hack saw fabrication is actually fairly easy. Just study up with some Allen Millyard videos. He can do anything with a hack saw. "Ass bracket." took me a moment to figure out. Well done Sir!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I have huge respect for Allen but I’ve not really watched many of his videos, sounds like I should!
@HDJess2 жыл бұрын
I love this kind of videos, where creativity and crafting come together to make unique builds. Keep'em coming!
@Fallington2 жыл бұрын
Awesome work Ali, I have nothing but admiration for anyone who can do this sort of stuff! I can barely change a lightbulb. As for the colour, it’s a 90’s Cannondale so I’m going with red.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! But no it’s not red
@laszlobacs2 жыл бұрын
I have a Benotto road bike frame hanging in my garage for more than a year now waiting to be restored. Watching your video I'm getting inspired and learning from you. Thank you for that. Great video as always. Looking forward for the next. Cheers.
@oskarstaudte2 жыл бұрын
Cant wait for pt3
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Soon soon
@joeldriver3812 жыл бұрын
Crazy how modern this looks now. I love this build. Nice bonus with the purring. 😺
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@Pickfordr1002 жыл бұрын
Ahh, this brake mount brings me back to my toolmaking days, remembering you don't need a cnc machine if you have time and a bit of patience. 👍👍
@MachuDidgeridoo2 жыл бұрын
It's got to be baby blue! OG Cannondale race colors to tickle your nostalgia!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
😗
@southney72112 жыл бұрын
A handy tool to have in your Arsenal is a bench linisher/disc sander. I recently bought one to face off an exhaust manifold. I’ve since used it loads whilst fabricating some cds tube projects. The disc sander is a really useful bit of kit for linishing on angles or for squaring up material to an adequate tolerance. Also a top tip from the boys at pfi speed is to use wax when removing aluminium stock with a flap disc. Sounds crazy but it appears to work. I guess it stops the disc from clogging up with material. Quirky choice of frame for this one though, be interested to hear what the bb height is once built up.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I’d actually love one of those! At some point I wanna re-do my garage and give some space for one :)
@DaveCM2 жыл бұрын
Funny! I was scrolling and stopped because I recognized the frame in the thumbnail. I am in the process of converting the same frame over for my son to use as a commuter. I stripped it down and put on a multi-color paint job. (Never again! Using so many colors was an absolute pain!) I have to do a couple of touch ups on the paint and assemble it. I found some v-brakes with long adjustment to fit 700c wheels and am using flat bars with Box 8 speed 1x. I figured that was the best setup for him. It will be a commuter and he is a party pace rider anyway.
@danwebber94942 жыл бұрын
Same here. I can apparently identify a lot of bikes from tiny details. If only it was a marketable skill…
@ek85072 жыл бұрын
gotta say your removal of the bosses and bridge look ridiculously slick. genuinely looks as designed and factory fresh. 10/10 and i bet the color youve chosen is gray. that'd be such a sneaky touch.
@desmondlee15502 жыл бұрын
You are ONE Creative Evil Genius Ali !!! What a GREAT video !! Reminds me of the time I tried butting my frame tubing from the OUTSIDE HAHAH!!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and I’d be lying if I said I haven’t thought of doing that too 😂
@desmondlee15502 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson HAHAHAAH!!!!
@dub_rider2 жыл бұрын
this build is looking really cool dude. i love your approach to building up new bikes to make them unique, keep up the great work can't wait for part 3!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much :)
@Allthatglittersaintgold2 жыл бұрын
Awesome watch. Looking forward to see the finished bike. It would be interesting to see a visual in your bike builds of how long this takes, like time stamps for each part perhaps. I can imagine you have spent a fair amount of time on this!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :) I’m not sure how much time it’s taken so far, certainly a few days of actual work, maybe 4-5 days working on it between other stuff
@johnster1872 жыл бұрын
The anticipation of what color its gonna be!!! 🙂 Thx for the video Ali ✌🏻
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Turns out all my other bikes are this colour now too, savage overspray happened 😐
@andyamos85942 жыл бұрын
I fitted the Hutchinson Overides for the same reason. They are light but lost air and the grip is minimal. In desperation I put inner tubes in only to find they puncture REALLY often!
@ericschleppenbach35192 жыл бұрын
Looks fantastic, but I would be very concerned about putting a disk brake on those dropouts which were not designed to take that amount of force. Especially what amounts to an aluminum cantilever. I would have recommended saving the left brake boss mount and use an adapter that attached there. They look awful, but transfer the braking forces to a location that was designed to take it. My fingers are crossed for you.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
You make a good point, if this breaks then I do have another identical frame I’ll do your suggestion with 👍🏻
@frosthoe2 жыл бұрын
Valid point...that is a quality frameset though it appears a small triangulation welded in near the caliper would solve any concerns. . Done rear calipers conversions many times before too. always a worthy upgrade.
@MrPlum12822 жыл бұрын
Amazing metal work skills, Ali! Very brave, with pretty much flawless results.. can tell you enjoy doing this, it shows in your work!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you and yeah, working with metal is great…I’d love to learn to weld and make frames etc
@MrPlum12822 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson I think you should look into it and give it a go, there’s nothing stopping you!
@Metal-Possum2 жыл бұрын
The first time I saw one of those 10mm QR axles, I immediately asked "How did this not happen sooner?!" It's a shame they came in too late when thru-axles were already taking over, but it's just so obvious to make the quick release itself 10mm that it's mind boggling that it took the bicycle industry 70 years or so to do it.
@artoutlawphoto2 жыл бұрын
I haded on my first fully mtb. It worked perfectly.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Yeah it’s a definite improvement over a standard one
@bobvelting3792 жыл бұрын
arent those 10mm QR axels useless from an engineering standpoint? I neam the part of the hub that the frame rests on with a standard 5mm QR hub is the same size as the 10mm QR axle, but instead of it being a loose part it is built into the hub. the only difference I see is that the 10mm axle could be solid (it is not, to save weight) and the standard hub axle could not.
@Metal-Possum2 жыл бұрын
@@bobvelting379 Technically it should work just the same as the axle resting in the dropouts is the same diameter, but having the axle and the QR as one unit doing both jobs just makes more sense, can save a bit of weight (hollow), and is probably less prone to loosing small parts like springs. QR skewers weren't actually a great invention, and it's 1930's technology (Campagnolo) for cup and cone hubs.
@davebrydon99542 жыл бұрын
Glad I'm not the only one who hates the look of V brake bosses, and removes them! Did the same to a 2005 Stumpjumper... looks so much cleaner!
@HavokTheorem2 жыл бұрын
Ali, here's a piece of advice for grinding, sanding or filing aluminium: it galls really easily (smears and bonds with other surfaces) when being sheared. Get a bar of cheap soap and cut into it with your file, grinding disc or dremel wheel. This will act as a lubricant and release agent which will keep your abrasive or cutting tool from being clogged up with metal. Repeat occasionally. It makes the job at least 50% easier. You're a pretty good hand-metalworker all things considered. Also consider collecting handy items to use as backing pads for sanding. A thick marker, dowel or such is a perfect shape for sanding fillets (internal radii) like at the BB weld. Sponges are good for conforming to shapes.
@brianmaldonado37232 жыл бұрын
Upon a Trek frame from years ago I spotted a mixture of aluminum file shavings with epoxy adhesive. When cured was almost invisible.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Not a bad idea!
@davidsladden2 жыл бұрын
Very nice. I was thinking of doing the same, but my wife liked the geometry, so she has a new mountain bike!
@glennpettersson90022 жыл бұрын
When using the hacksaw you can extend the pointer finger of your grip hand down the side of the hacksaw. This will help prevent rotation of your grip hand around the handle and assist with accuracy. Control the downwards pressure on the blade so it doesn't twist and you should make an accurate cut. Once you have practiced and mastered this let me know, I've been trying for years and I'm still 💩. Thanks for sharing 🤘💪🖖.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Top tips thanks! Time to practice :)
@mind-control.2 жыл бұрын
Great choice of frame, nice and different!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@emanuelgebauer70982 жыл бұрын
Impressive level of detail! Looking forward for the finished result! Makes me want to properly build a retro gravel bike as well :)
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@johnsonjay602 жыл бұрын
Stoked for this build!
@cowsagainstcapitalism3472 жыл бұрын
Looks so much better! I can't wait to grind the brake mounts and cable stays off my Cannondale V!
@wArn912 жыл бұрын
Your patience with preparing the frame and working out a brake mount gives me a headache. Bravo. I’m interested to know what you spend on these builds as they are always trick and done properly.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
What do you mean spend? The Cute Thief provides everything 😋 thanks for the compliments though 👍🏻
@dastoast52732 жыл бұрын
i love to watch your builds
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I love making them :)
@gafrers2 жыл бұрын
Great job. Cannot wait to see the color
@lonoreturns2 жыл бұрын
Ali you should try a mitre block for the cuts. Nice new blafe and take your time. Should get nice angled cuts.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Good point!
@DuanDao2 жыл бұрын
Love your channel. You have the diyperks vibe to it which i love
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much! I’m a DIY perks fan so that’s a lovely comment ❤️
@wrench_n_ride81592 жыл бұрын
What an amazing transformation!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@MxCrab2 жыл бұрын
That greyscale into cliffhanger was amazing. You should definitely do it more, and maybe even do it for the whole painting process if you're doing something unique to keep us guessing (but not for a whole week!)
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@jgurtz2 жыл бұрын
Wow, bang up job on the "body" work, can't wait to see how it comes out! Let my guess on the color be: violet
@downallyourstreets2 жыл бұрын
I like how you use the cantilever dropout for a disk mount: very creative and innovative thinking. I always shied away from those cantilever dropouts for the vain reason that I just didn’t like the looks, and now knowing they will fit a 10mm axle, I’m really thinking this could be a solid gravel build. Good job!!!
@stefanthegerman35752 жыл бұрын
Thats so great. Cant wait for the final video. I love bikes with a unique touch🤟🏻
@ThugZ3r02 жыл бұрын
Whaaat a work with bike and montage! Your cat is a really cute too!) Would be great to see some street riding with comments on your DJ build)
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks buddy :) I’ve tried to do a street video on the DJ bike but currently my chronic neck pain odd stopping me from riding hard so I’m hoping some time off building bikes will get me feeling better and able to ride again soon 👍🏻
@ashleytombs2 жыл бұрын
Yet again another amazing bike build A few contenders for GMBN hack & bogies trying to find a solution for the brake mount
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :)
@ashleytombs2 жыл бұрын
You’re welcome you kept this one clean is the dirty version sometime this week lol even as good as technology is nowadays still have problems lol
@domesticatednubs46152 жыл бұрын
Awwwwww, come on! I bet it's a nice cherry red, though. You're awesome!!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you but it’s not red :)
@billythepigeon73452 жыл бұрын
Just a tip, aluminium isn't tough to cut, it's just too soft for slitting disks, it just clogs the wheel and stops it cutting, saw teeth don't clog so easy. Another tip, aluminium can also clog your file, periodically loading the file with chalk will stop the teeth filling with soft aluminium. Interesting build so far.
@ISOSAILING2 жыл бұрын
I know it's easy for me to say but i'd just make a new caliper hanger then weld it on and put a suport in as well if i was making it, but i'm not so it don't matter!! awesome job love seeing how you sort out problems, i know you could have made a custom mount it would take ages and your hand might fall off with all the fileing, but you could have done it, loving your work!! was looking into building a bike to do the same, hitting forrist and gravel tracks as i have loads near me too!!
@flurgerbla76092 жыл бұрын
Exited for how it turns out! I dont mind waiting one or two weeks longer for a video if its an ambitious project, so dont feel pressure to keep the upload schedule!
@Jakemniss2 жыл бұрын
Love the videos! Excited to see how this one turns out.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jake!
@TheHandsomeMatt Жыл бұрын
You don’t generally have to worry about mixing paints but the exception can be Rustoleum. Primers are probably fine, but something in the Rustoleum chemistry won’t let other paints lay on top of it.
@batchmotors2 жыл бұрын
You could tidy up the brake mounts by welding them together - or down the line using them as a template to get a 1 piece one made ! Excellent work I love the project.
@gustavsutherland20002 жыл бұрын
love the bike builds keep it up
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks will do!
@reinholdachleitner20692 жыл бұрын
Awesome video and really nice Cannondale frame,those are bomb proof,we'll done on the modifications,your really skilled.Safe riding.💯👌🏻✌🏻
@MrJasonodonnell2 жыл бұрын
I actually Like what your doing. Second To Klein, I think Vintage Cannondale's are the Nicest looking frames ever made, and a lot of that is the Finish so don't let us down.
@mikejefferson12842 жыл бұрын
Ail , loving your garage builds , I think a lot of us retrobike guys enjoy 👍👍👍🏴🏴🏴🏴🏴😂
@Adileigh232 жыл бұрын
It’s definitely going to be blue. No doubt about it.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Haha you do that :)
@unixd0rk2 жыл бұрын
I also switched over to gorilla tape or two or three passes of regular duct tape in the color that I wanted in the cutouts on my trials bikes back in 2012 or so.
@unixd0rk2 жыл бұрын
obvs, the outer layer could just be the colored duct tap with the gorilla tape the other way round. I don't have to take my tires off much, tho, so haven't got to do the hybrid gorilla/duck. is it a gor-ducken?
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
For lightness I always used wide sellotape doubled up on itself (sticky side to sticky side) 😄
@unixd0rk2 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson For lightness, I just remove my socks. LOL
@karasekjh2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Try using the entire length of the saw blade. Cutting will be much faster, easier the leaf will last sharp longer.
@elvislad2 жыл бұрын
Bloody hell,awesome work Ali! I have been fearful of deliting my front mech mount and a cable guide on my alloy frame because some bugger online said that using power tools on alloy indices Heat which might weaken it!. Sick series. Colour ...blue or red
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
They’re kinda right but you’d have to be using blunt tools and going for a little while to really effect any heat treatment, glad you like the work though 🤘🏻
@blakbanshee7 ай бұрын
I have the same frame sitting in my garage. It’s a 95 that I bought used in 97.
@nukacookie47552 жыл бұрын
Wow, nice work ! This is true DIY :D
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks very much :)
@richwilson74962 жыл бұрын
if you're cutting anything again using the vice. The vice can act as the guide, cut horizontally keeping the blade flat to the face of the jaws.
@roxythorphotography2 жыл бұрын
This would fun to rip around in ! Great video :)
@josh331722 жыл бұрын
Fantastic commentary, fantastic conversion, well done! I considered doing the same thing only taking the shortcut by sourcing an early 2K Scalpel, Titus RacerX, or Santa Cruz Blur (Like I already once owned) because all of them come with disc brake tabs. The idea was to build something that would be similar to the new Niner MCR. However, I have done many many repaints all the way back to my very first bike build which was a PK Ripper BMX and one of my first singlespeed MTBs (Misfit Psycles DiSSent) which I did in a more "glowy" Bianchi celeste.
@cosinus_square2 жыл бұрын
You can use the 'bodged' mounts to trace a one piece mount on the aluminium block, even allow for a 160 rotor. I would def reinforce that dropout.
@LongPeter2 жыл бұрын
Thoughts: 1) just before last week's video I was wondering if one of those Cannondale head tube forks would suit your trials needs. 2) if you don't want to mar soft alloy parts, make yourself some soft jaws for your vice. A bit of 40mm extruded aluminium right angle cut to length works nicely. Glue in some magnets for convenience. 3) I have that same grinder and flap disk. Works great for grinding rims in a hurry. Bike in stand, tyre off, wheel back in, spin, grind. You can control the speed of the wheel by changing the angle of the grinder disk against the rim. 4) Yay! Breathing protection! No lung cancer! 5) Look up some of Allen Millyard's videos to see just how far you can drive a standard hacksaw. He cuts motorbike engines into thirds and welds them back together again. 6) you can get pretty decent angles, flatness and straightness by cutting nearly to size with the hacksaw, then bringing it into final shape carefully and slowly with a decent file. Just take steps to prevent aliclarksium from building up in the teeth of the file.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I think a headshok would be cool for trials stuff but you do need a 1.5” headtube which isn’t really a thing in trials :(
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I actually do have some soft clamp jaws, I thought I’d probably get a comment about them haha
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
A flap disc can work in an emergency like you say but I prefer to keep my tyre on so I’m no smearing dirt and ruining the fresh grind :)
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I’m actually a huge Millyard fan but I don’t really watch his videos, sounds like I should!
@LongPeter2 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson I'll be genuinely astonished if you can stop yourself from trying out any trials techniques on this new build :p It would seem any frame is a trials frame where you are concerned. Even cargo bikes!
@wibblywobblyidiotvision2 жыл бұрын
Nice work on removing all the retro gubbins. Correct approach with saw, then power tools, then hands. I'd be very worried about adding extra lightness to the dropout, though. Surely it would have been a better move to drill and tap the adaptor to fit the existing holes?
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thank you :) I know what you mean about the dropout, I was pretty limited the adaptor shape though and would’ve done your suggestion but there simply wasn’t any material in the adaptor where the second frame hole a was. I think it should be fine but I have a spare frame if it breaks 😋
@jairo.cabello2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic build series!
@benc83862 жыл бұрын
Very good work on the frame cutting all those bosses off so neatly! I think "etch primer" might be meant for steel and stops it rusting (well hopefully) but probably doesn't matter. I've sometimes had it cause the top coat to shrink or something and get full of cracks. But maybe I had a bad batch or something.
@eternaloptimist28402 жыл бұрын
Etch primer roughens the surface of metals to provide a better key so the paint is less likely to chip or peel. You do need to let it dry very thoroughly before painting over it.
@ilja29472 жыл бұрын
I have a ~20 year old Cannondale F400, and now I'm thinking of doing the same thing. Luckily, my frame has an IS mount for the real wheel. All I need would be a HeadShok fork with disc brake mounts. But these a hard to find in my area…
@ryandevine31122 жыл бұрын
I love this. Currently doing the same with a jump bike, removing all the unnecessary and heard you mention you did one, so I will take a look. But think you might have used your primers the wrong way around, etch primer first to grip the metal, then the surface primer 🍻
@Samsonmetaphysical2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video you did some fine work there, young man. That Gorilla tape fucks up when you remove the tire, maybe not the first or even second time but in time i found it does. I could just be to much of a brute when it come to removing tires.
@oliverdenford62142 жыл бұрын
Dude this is Awesome!
@175myles2 жыл бұрын
I think that would look really cool in Purple.
@mej65192 жыл бұрын
nice choice of tyes man, i have hutchingson touareg's 700c x 40mm on my gravel bike.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
And you like them? This pleases me :)
@mej65192 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson your overide's are a great dry tyre, but once it gets a lil damp they'll struggle just like my panaracer gravelking semi slicks did, which is why i went for the touareg's as they are a great all round gravel tyre.
@colinflood54532 жыл бұрын
Etch primer first. It contains an acid that helps it bond to bare aluminum.
@00networker2 жыл бұрын
Looks good ali im hoping its cannondale blue lol looks epic mate
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
You might be happy
@daverussell94522 жыл бұрын
Probably been asked, but when is the part 3 out? 8 year old and 12 year old are keen on bike builds like me. Can’t wait😂
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I hit a hurdle with the decals (the ones I had tore) and it’s just taking a while to get some good quality ones…I’ll continue the series asap 👍🏻
@jianguangyang8502 жыл бұрын
Professional, really nice work.
@KamronAston2 жыл бұрын
Second all good now
@komoonkh2 жыл бұрын
Super sick man!
@Kevin_Aus2 жыл бұрын
Love the videos mate. Please just drop the audio volume when using the powertools.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I thought I did 😂
@vincentmartin38482 жыл бұрын
Great project. Just a question : what about brake housing holder ? You should have kept the left brake boss and stud.
@BuffsVintageBikes2 жыл бұрын
Enjoyable video, looking forward to seeing the finished result. Just one comment on the Primers, it would probably be best to shoot the Etching Primer first as it has better bonding characteristics to bare metal than a standard primer. Then shoot the normal primer over the etch. Doubt it will be a problem on aluminum however as rust isn’t an issue.
@coolcycles2 жыл бұрын
Hope the dropout still lasts, with the additional hole in it… There was one adapter, you said, the mounting holes were matching - was hat specially made for these vintage Cannondales?
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
I hope so too, I do have a spare frame though 😋 No I think the first one is meant for an old Gary fisher or something, the second was advertised for an old GT LTS and the third one was another Gary Fisher I think
@PrinceCbass2 жыл бұрын
Next time use the etching primer first. Etching primer is used to "etch" into bare metal giving it better adhesion to bare metal parts. You aren't trying to build "mils" or thickness with it, just get good even coverage. Many times you can do a wet on wet coat with etching primer and then straight to the normal primer after the etching primer flashes off or just dry to the light touch. A couple to 3 coats of regular primer gives you some build so you can slick out the primer with a fine (360-600) wet dry sandpaper. It is usually a good idea to add a couple more light but wet coats of primer after the first sanding to give a good base for the color application. Lightly but thoroughly, final sand the last primer coats using water and ajax or dish soap and a 400-600 "grit" scotchbrite pad (these are usually green, red or gray). These don't really sand material away but will scuff up the surface really nicely and also easier to reach into the really tight areas. Then you are ready to clean it and apply your color application. Remember that prep is about 95% of what makes a paint job look great. Paint is what shows how good you prepped the piece.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Some great advice there thanks! With my choice of primers I’ll be honest the reason I didn’t use the etching one first is because I didn’t know I had it 😋 I’d already done the first primer and just thought I’d go with it as I was limited with time as my Friday upload schedule was fast approaching but I’ll certainly be taking your advice on board and trying to get my work the best it can be :)
@ianfurqueron58502 жыл бұрын
Oh man... I have a 1992 version of this frame I bought new. I've been pondering what to do with it since I haven't ridden it since 1997. Not that I have time for any more projects, but this is definitely tempting... Do you have part numbers for the rear caliper mount bits?
@mattmatthews54142 жыл бұрын
To do gravel where I want more tire width, I decided to go for a larger rim which would diminish how wide of a tire I would be able to fit. And compromise a crack-prone frame with noisy disc brakes, because everyone who uses rim brakes dies. I’LL LIVE FOREVER! Fucking genius.
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Why would you do that!?
@mattmatthews54142 жыл бұрын
@@Ali_Clarkson I watched your video and it inspired me to be super cool just like you!
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
@@mattmatthews5414 that checks out :)
@TimInertiatic2 жыл бұрын
Avid never bothered with having a disc mount that was square. Hence using the cup and cone washers...
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Haha true
@joshuasheppard69312 жыл бұрын
as its a cannonade I believe its going to be a certain blue as Cannondale did the blue and yellow colour scheme back in the day
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
😗
@kaedeschulz54222 жыл бұрын
Love this! What about building a whole frame yourself? Tubes connected via the brazing method which is more beginner friendly. My guess is purple! Something similar to the purple "plum crazy" that dodge has still to this day.
@r.a.84072 жыл бұрын
3:43 7:40 Please if there is any chance you can post what hanger & adaptors you used & were to get it I would be forever grateful. I have a cannondale like yours that I’m trying to turn gravel & I hate the contilever brakes.
@melwalshmtb91212 жыл бұрын
These jokes are getting extremely creative 🤣 Loving this series lad
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Mel!
@metal-gods2 жыл бұрын
From watching snooker on a black and white tv... Yellow maybe.
@JTrillo2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking I could tell it was yellow through the black and white too. Makes no sense but we'll see....
@Ali_Clarkson2 жыл бұрын
Your black and white snooker practice hasn’t helped, it’s not yellow
@timmcdowell30972 жыл бұрын
I’m thinking of the old cannondale blue (didn’t one of the Martins have that back in the day?) yellow graphics I believe 🤔