Installing Rockshox Judy On My BUDGET HARDTAIL

[@DeanH51]

Love your channel, especially the bike upgrade videos! You make it seem like we can all do it, so I decided to try. I have a Pitch as well, and jut did an upgrade to a Judy just like this! I'm now on to upgrading the drive train like your other videos. You should do a video on installing and setting up some budget hydraulic brakes. Thanks!

[@Ripper7620]

Agreed.

[@raullopez4243]

SAme here! I have the exact bike so I’m upgrading it as well haha

[@Royal-xb3wx]

Another Pitch owner as well. Maybe it’s just me, but hard to find info on this bike. Great videos! Thanks!

[@jamesclark4082]

The internet needs more videos of people like you getting results without the proper tools. Not everyone can afford to purchase specialty tools. Love it!

[@MCMTB]

True story

[@carlreygall9457]

DIY'ers has joined the group! hurray!!

[@blvck______]

Sam pilgrim hasnt a lot of good tools

[@mentho101]

@@blvck______ i love how he install his fork and headset tbh😂😂😂

[@seasonallyaffected9306]

honestly dude your the first mtb rider whose channel is so humble and like, down on my level. everyones rockin all this fancy shit tryin so hard for clout, and youjust over here screwin two 2x4s to your fence and callin it a day. Shits so cash, keep up the nice work man! I appreciate you, one shed man to another.

[@MCMTB]

Thanks Homie cheers👌

[@javiermiranda8656]

I really like this series, building budget bikes is how a lot of us got started.

[@MrJeVai]

Finally ! A REAL dude, doing REAL work with what is available ! Thanks a lot man ;) can't wait to get my new fork on !

[@sbradyw99]

I used some Pvc pipe from Home Depot to create a crown race installation tool. Works great. Cost less than $3.

[@jeffreymalang9642]

Size 1.5 inches for the pvc to be exact.. for the tapered.. 1.25 inches for non tapered..

[@taterhater2086]

@@jeffreymalang9642 class 200, sch40, sch 80? All are different id

[@jameswarren2045]

Good call paul

[@ns671fr]

Had to buy the whole 10ft pipe tho

[@ns671fr]

@@taterhater2086 you buy it based on ID

[@paulevans4334]

Nice to see you showed your mistakes and didn't edit them out, and the fact that went ahead without all the proper tools as most of us don't have all the fancy tools.

[@tysonm2525]

I got this fork installed on my budget Trek bike and I can tell a huge difference! Love this fork!

[@twowheelsintokyo7039]

When I worked as a mechanic in a bike shop, half of my bread-and-butter was finishing repairs and upgrades for those who attempted to do the work themselves, or to sell them parts to replace the ones they broke or lost. I love the video.

[@wizzardTrololo]

I like how you get so much fun on low budget. That's really great! Without having xx1, gold chains, fox forks and other overpriced stuff. Hope you'll enjoy you riding! Cheers from Russia!

[@alutious]

Nice job Mark. You didn't forget the star nut, you did it just right. I like your tool, i used a bunch of washers and an old top cap bolt. To put on the crown race people use pvc pipe. I can't remember what i used. Also note, cutting the fork requires the cut to be below the marked line, as the topcap needs to push down directly on the spacers so that the load is on the stem and not on the actual steerer tube (top part of fork). You did it right but didn't mention it so people may have missed that. My install took way longer because i changed the cups and bearings, don't get me started...but i did use a nice home made tool for that. Many file the cut fork, i used steel wool, and a hacksaw using the old stem i replaced to guide the saw lol. I am also paranoid about cutting and filing metal near where i fix my bike because i don't want hidden filings to get into my tires. Putting a fork on and juggling everything is really a pain, which you did easily - I attribute this to your parts tray. I put on a hydraulic brake so I'm glad i didn't have a cable that was inside any fork fittings like you had. I also left the fork a little long so i can juggle the spacers to give me some flexibility on moving the stem/handle bars. I think your fork removal may have been stubborn because the grease was old or there was some rust. My wife's steerer was like that. My silver TK coil fork is cheaper than your nice Judy. It looks great. I went from a fixed fork so any rockshox is a great improvement. And the 2nd fork i had to cut was way more expensive so it was good to cut my teeth on a cheaper fork. Nice job and props for the bike and parts stand! :-)

[@brianmaldonado3723]

Thank you for a happy family friendly vid. I've had 25 bikes and volunteer bike repair in Rochester, New York. Your doing fine. PVC pipe can set a crown race. Some cartridge bearings don't use them.

[@antainhuntingkennelsirelan8546]

The most realistic bike tech video I have ever seen. Brilliant and the do everything to make it work attitude, firstclass!

[@blameitonben]

Rebuilding a used bike I picked up for my kiddo so we can learn how to build and maintain bikes together. This video is great!!!!

[@alutious]

Just saw the end, the fork looks really really nice on your bike. Nothing like a new fork to make your ride feel great. Tires and wheels are also a nice upgrade that is easy to do.

[@1188clean]

Nice i like your video because you're showing exactly what you're doing, not just skipping and saying this is how it's done.

[@philopino868]

So glad to see a KZbin channel with a humble person just doing his thing, no frills. Keep it up!

[@BYF1228]

Just installed my crownrace using a bigger steel pipe over my fork . Hammered it down. Done . Keep up the good work bro! Your vids are awesome…

[@edmeger]

Love this guy coz u dont find many english speaking filipinos on the internet who bike

[@haroldsarmiento4342]

Wheelie _ed sabi ko na nga ba eh filipino sya...

[@sc5691]

Naabutan ko pa na nagtatagalog si lodi 😂

[@wurlabyscott]

Crap, I thought he was American 😉

[@edmeger]

Tim Lunsford 😂😂😂

[@---GOD---]

PUTANG INNA MO!!! lol sorry that's the only tagalog my filapino friends ever taught me

[@masterlinkmtb9277]

Looks awesome erp!

[@MCMTB]

Thanks bro :)

[@abcabc7235]

Pre ang lupet 👌

[@bobharlsey7940]

I'm getting ready to do the same upgrade. I slipped my fork down and peeked at the parts. Had some questions after looking. Almost identical to you what you have on your bike. Your video is going to save me some time. Thank you!

[@glennmiller9759]

I was looking for different info but couldn't stop watching your vid - nice job!

[@jp119]

Well, that's a pretty honest install done in a real world back yard way. well done

[@edwoodyward]

I just bought a Judy myself because of this video! Salamat! keep up the fire!

[@DrewJ79]

I like that you used a pipe cutter for cutting down the fork. Most guys use a hacksaw but the pipe cutter is a cleaner cut. I'm ordering a Rock Shox recon silver this week to put on my Giant Talon and that's a tip I'm taking from this video.

[@matheustakashi2669]

I have a 2017 Specialized Pitch, your vídeos helped me a lot on the upgrades to my bike. Thank you!

[@colemanlove9923]

My kinda guy! Getting the job done. Great video.

[@MachineLevene]

Dude, this is the content I’ve been looking for. DIY style. Love your “ghetto” repair stand and handy tool tray on the fence lol. Keep up the great work, buddy.

[@MCMTB]

Thanks Buddy,

[@nitisukhothai3915]

I used the flat screw driver to install a crown race too. Think I did it more than 10 times, no issue so far.

[@spiffpilot2589]

Nice video! The brake cable is supposed to be routed on the inside. It may seem like it could go into the spokes that way but it won’t. Inside the fork leg is correct. Also, to install a crown race without the actual tool, don’t use a screwdriver - you could damage the race itself. You had a block of wood there you used for other things - use the edge of that block of wood instead of the screwdriver, but in the same manner. Hammer on the block of wood all around the race evenly until it is set. Wood is softer than metal so it won’t damage it, but is hard enough to be hammered on and transfer the force.

[@halholland1637]

And file upside down so you don't get metal shavings in your Shock. Good job.Well done.

[@uprightape100]

Dude, you got the best bike repair channel on KZbin. Keep 'em coming.

[@wittmf]

Nice! I went through this and discovered all the things you’ve covered in this video - I wish I had watched it before I did the job!

[@kazymerchyk]

As a mechanic I love to see a dude gettin shit done in his backyard with limited tools. Awesome video bro

[@kikoy08]

I know the feeling of excitement!!!! Weeew! Good to see you again!

[@brianmcguinn3348]

good job, must people don't have all the right tools but you made it entertaining and shown it can be done if you try, without throwing your toys out of the pram,

[@Gaz_Oven]

I used an old piece of 32mm waste pipe found on a mate's garage roof to fit the crown race. Works perfectly.

[@daveeastcott9323]

Great down to earth guy. Accessible vids. Sharing your learning as you go. I'm sure bare man can relate i.e. there's a lot more riders in your position vs sponsored or on high end components etc. Stick with it bro and I reckon your channel will have brand support in no time. For my money your one of the best from the similar channels! Stay safe! Enjoy practising the jumping on your ramp 😊

[@maxwiththebois]

Thank you so much I’m trying to upgrade my bike and I am more than the cheap side like really cheap so I watch your videos and you helped a lot

[@uriahchessor9989]

"This is the best bike repair stand...." I loved that! But yeah it works!

[@kamilsubari8944]

just about to comment on that too..simple and good..

[@victorlandon7915]

Love the vids man. Just a small tip, your front qr axle is flipped around and the handle should always be pointing up or towards the rear ( up in your case) parallel to the lowers

[@bencegal9956]

I have a pitch too and i tought that the steerer tube of the suntour fork is tapered so this video was really handy for me

[@soulsurfer8797]

If you are located in SoCal, then the fork may have been seized in the head tube from salt oxidation in the air and wet rides that allows water/debris into the area. I ride along the coast and had that issues years ago on my road bike. Make sure it is seated properly too as improper seating will also allow for a less occlusive fit which causes this too by letting in water/debris.

[@gucass]

That crown race install hurt me a little inside

[@MCMTB]

I scratched the fork lol, It didn't hurt me that bad

[@HeisterHomesLLC]

PVC pipe and a rubber mallet will help next time. Or if you must use your screwdriver wrap it in electrical tape or painters tape so it doesn't scratch (as bad).

[@sebsoud]

Also a special tool to remove it is a good investment ;-)

[@ns671fr]

@@sebsoud not a big deal car mechanics do similar backyard stuff, this is just a bike

[@ericmendez1462]

it makes me cry to see my favorite judy. nice bike

[@boustrisservice1868]

Dude, great video. U got heart. One suggestion, u need grease in the bottom bearing and top one. Also, didnt see bottom bearing being installed, maybe i just missed it?. A little grease goes a long way. Good riding.

[@MANBEARPIG111]

You can always make it work with what ya got! Great video, considering this fork for my rockhopper I don’t wanna waste too much upgrading it but it would take forever to justify a full suspension or a nice hardtail.

[@pavelk7259]

Man, I gonna install Judy on my son's cube atb, thanks a lot for the video!

[@slin6350]

Thanks for the vid. Good reminder that anything is possible with a bit of patience and some ingenuity!

[@jessesisco2841]

If you don't have the tool for the crown race, then a piece of wood works very well as it's soft and won't damage the soft metal like a hardened screwdriver might, just make sure one side isn't moving too much more than the others at any time.

[@ERIK01212]

Like the video bro! I just upgraded my Marlin 6 with a rockshox recon silver. Awesome upgrade

[@petefoden]

if the crown race gets stuck before it slides all the way down onto the steerer tube , just cut a slot all the way through the crown race with a hacksaw and it will push on easily , also means you can install / remove without using force - saves bashing it with a hammer and damaging shit - many crown races today come as split rings anyway

[@stat1cghost]

Brand new sealed bearing headset sir. Mas madali ang installation process lalo sa crown race plus the steering will be way more smoother than the stock non sealed bearing headset. And those are cheap, well, depende siguro sa brand.

[@Ripper7620]

Thanks for doing this video and documenting your install, and congratulations on success! I believe you mentioned needing a pipe to get that one part(I think the crown) on, and I've seen others use a piece of PVC to get those on. Nevertheless, the screwdriver & hammer got 'er done. Enjoy.

[@growlith6969]

You know, awesome edit man. I was looking for exactly this. I wanted to replace a Suntour with a Judy on my average ordinary base priced bike shop bike, in this case a Felt, wand I wanted to know if anyone else out there was making that basic upgrade and how hard it would be. You delivered perfectly ;-) By the way, if you keep a basic brass drift around the shop, you can smack that with a hammer and whatever you steel bit you are driving will dent the drift instead of destroying itself.

[@Jeerven]

I couldn't find a Judy or recon in stock anywhere, got so frustrated i bought a used bike with a Fox 32 float.

[@jeffv43]

The effort has got to be recognized! good work guy.

[@scottbalsai]

Nice job. Good overview of what might be involved. One thing though, I think the reason the brake cable was routed behind and toward the inside of the fork leg on the old fork was to avoid any twigs or other unwanted things catching hold of your exposed cable on the outside and causing a crash or damage to your cable, brakes, wheel, or even your fork.---Perhaps a safety hazard. You might want to route that cable back behind and inside the fork leg. Again...great job.

[@pympin87]

and a trick to set the crown race without the tool ... just assemble the headset and snug up the top cap bolt and it will pull the fork up into the race ... if it's still not set remove the bolt put the cap back on the stem and hit it with a soft faced hammer until it's set

[@tacofresh386]

bike shop owners will give unike, but real users is a LIKE. good job!!

[@skippyyoung7872]

Love your videos! Keep up the great work.

[@Bringinheat]

Great vid man......you explained everything very thoroughly, I am sure many Novice DIYers will benefit from this..

[@mikethebike5014]

Cool this is the way we use to do years ago when we didn't have the tools. Next upgrade are hydro brakes i think.

[@angus970]

specialized pitch Medium Mens? I have one and am looking to upgrade the fork. Does it work good?

[@rodgallardo7123]

I like the improvised bike stand...nice video dude! 😊

[@cesarsanch2]

Next time you install a crown race try heating up your oven stick that town race in their and that shit will slide on the new fork no problem

[@morbit2001]

hi there! i gonna try to change the Satourn straighthead with a Rockshock Judy tapered - sport pitch 2015 (27,5') i need to change the head cups, as long as to adjust the height and upper cup.. what do you think?!

[@MCMTB]

As long as you have the right headset bearings you’ll be fine

[@Sigman777]

I bought the pitch sport last week, a really good bike. Why you changed the fork? Pitch's isn't good?

[@mulakain]

you get a coil fork with pitch, its an upgrade to air folk

[@Sigman777]

@@mulakain I got it, but why?

[@mulakain]

@@Sigman777 watch some vids on coil forks vs air. They have more rebound and compression which makes riding way nicer. Air forks can also be setup specifically for your body weight. More control basically.

[@Sigman777]

@@mulakain Thank you!

[@DAZLIN6]

I love your bike stand with shelf 👏. I use a bit of upvc pipe to bang the crown race on.

[@MCMTB]

Thanks, I'll do that trick next time

[@arranking2470]

Good video, the fitting of the fork was very well explained and easy to follow.

[@Yuhouo]

I guess, no one would dislike for what you did. Its absolutely great. And its obviously most of us, riders dont have that specific tool for crown race. Haha 😂

[@boredmechanic2019]

Nice ghetto work stand master Mark... !! GALING 🤙🇨🇦.. awesome review and keep 'em sharing master M. Rockshox is it yeah .. love the brand though ✌❤. Subscribed to your awesome MCMTB channel.

[@bradl45]

I've never changed a fork, huge thanks for the video!!!!!!!!!

[@princeyunus-786mzimela6]

Aweh bro how are you? Thankx you just showed me how to make a stand ... I like your attitude bro some of us can't afford to buy a stand

[@malo.D]

Pretty cool But it looks like your headset bearings are completely dry you should put a little bit more grease on those and also the way the brake cable is put is not an issue at all you dont have to remove it from the caliper 😉

[@muslkatbmx3166]

Just bought a 120mm judy for my hardtail can't wait till it comes

[@fughkour1793]

im thinking about getting this fork for my 2006 specialized rockhopper, since the rockshox j3 has gotten bent over the years.

[@lenonkitchens7727]

For posterity, use a piece of 1.5" pvc for the crown race.

[@Mainlyrock__1017]

I read the rockshox judy is just the same as a coil fork for going over small bumps like tree roots on the ground it doesn't do much untill you get to 6 inch+ bumps in the ground. I need a fork to iron out those small anoying bumps.

[@HoneyBeagle]

Piece of 1 1/2” pvc pipe works awesome for driving on a crown race, won’t damage it, and only costs a couple bucks

[@kyhonjan]

I don't know never installed a bike fork but I would have temporarily installed the bottom race, bearing and fork to the frame and then hit the fork from the bottom up till the race is flush. This would eliminate a need for a special tool. I'd be careful damaging the fork though but it would be better than scratching the race or fork tube.

[@himanshumahajan331]

It's really good, Thanks for the video. Love from India!!

[@dorelgradinaru1762]

Good job my friend. It was not easy but I am sure you feel pretty proud now.

[@raymondmichielini6021]

Great job im looking to do that on my giant Fathom i will use this video as my guide thank you for posting

[@MCMTB]

You're welcome

[@dominocweber9763]

No dislike here man thays badass! At least you can accomplish what you want and make it happen. I think i am going to do thos same upgrade to my hardtail.

[@imumba4321]

Brilliant DIY video though your bike stand not ideal if you have a dropper post...still not fixing by myself as you also need to fine tune air pressure in the forks.

[@JapseyeSpecs]

My hoover pipe fitted perfectly over the stem and allowed me to hit the ring down real hard. May work for others

[@mitaboomboom7383]

I do a repeare for a specialized hard rock my I put a machorchy Fors and atomics wealls

[@gershanmolina6831]

Nice bike and keep up the good work MCMTB.

[@jayjavi00]

I agree, you gotta do what you gotta do. lol. This was entertaining. Felt like it was me making the video. lol.

[@cameronbryant52]

I love the sliders broo, great job on the front suspension 👌 looks sweet!!

[@jimhunter4880]

Nice filming and narrative. I learned a lot.

[@pinoyaesthetics]

Just came across your channel and now I'm hooked watching your content. Just bought a road bike and now I want an mtb. 😂

[@Jimmytheexplorer]

I love watching this series beacuse I have a pich and am wondering what fits on my bike

[@brianrobertson4229]

you dont always need the proper tool .....just look at mcgyver he used anything close at hand and thats the way i live my life ,go on bro im right there with you good video loved your honesty

[@junellrodriguez5691]

Nice Sir Mark!! That's what you called "Ninja moves" or other bikers says "forbidden technique"!!! 2 Thumbs Up!!!👍👍

[@sophiatv1283]

that is pinoy ingenuity right there! learning much on ur vids.on works now upgrading my norco storm 2018 hardtail on my own little working space without necessarily going to bike shops saves u time and money when u can hehe keep up the vids while we are in lockdown .luvd ur channel here in Aussie mga erp!

[@benchoi9474]

Tough installation! what is difference between Judy coil and Judy Air? I think coil and air suspension may be a different style

[@bageh88ful]

@MCMTB Thank you for the Good review! Please do some for Bike Bags installation for Camping as well! More Power Sir! Ride Safe..

[@R_ehanR]

I really want to make my carrera vengeance a beast bassicly its quite old and stuff but i love how its laid out and everything and its spacy so i want to keep it and pimp it out put rockshox and hydrolic brakes and stuff waht do u reco

[@saschasiebers273]

nice kind of work keep focus enjoy your ride with your rock shox