You are getting more professional with these upgrades. done so smoothly, well presented, correctly done, even nice solution with the strap. Nice tools making the job easier is nice.
I like how you qualify "How We Do It!" I think it's kind of funny because everybody does things slightly different doesn't make it right or wrong it's basically the outcome that counts
I was waiting for Tick to smash himself in the face with the crown race tool 😂😂😂 The exorcist is a terrifying movie, really scared the 💩 outta me😂 Great install, take care guys 😎👍🍻
I like the stainless headset look. Great video guys! I remember one of the makeshift headset tools you had with the threaded rod, washers, and a nut on each end!
I like how you guys explain the uses for the tools when you do installs. Very helpful, especially for the newbies. Great install video! Have a great weekend, dudes!
I loved my gt I played and enjoyed to much upgrading things on it , I upgraded to a M8 2gen and now I’m getting indeed into this world, planning now to sell my upgraded marlin 8 and get a Roscoe 7/8/9 or a full suspension bike I like the polygon T7 thanks you guys cuz I learned a lot with my budget GT aggressor pro
Me and my wife got new bikes. My wife got another cannondale hardtail 29r. Her first she went from 27.5 to that. I got another 29r. Salsa hardtail. With a dropper my first one. I’ll be doing a video soon on them when it stops raining.
Hey guys, love your videos. Im looking to get myself and my wife in to mountain biking and wanted to get your opinion on what you would recommend between the M1 E11even and the Able Sport? I know you did a comparison on with the Able core, but the Sport has an advent 1x9 group set and hydraulic breaks. Wondering if those upgrades help at all. Having to buy 2 bikes keeps me in the "budget" range. Again, love the content and keep the videos coming
My preferred method when using the headset press is to only remove one of the old cups, and use the other one with the stepped taper on the tool to ensure it’s nicely centred. Then remove the other old headset cup and repeat using the already fitted new cup . That way the tool doesn’t skate around so much when pressing in. 😊
If you look at the reviews on it, other's had same issue where they thought it was a straight. It's from Planet Cyclery so I'm sure they would return it...
hmm, I wonder what model of FSA headset that is. The FSA headset I have on my GT Aggressor Pro uses sealed bearings. Also I wonder if this headset will need to be shaved down a little bit to fit flush to the headtube. I guess I'll see since I haven't watched the whole video lol. You could probably put the fork on the Royce Union, even though the fork is 27.5 it should fit a 29er wheel you just won't be able to go crazy with the tire width.
How'd y'all know I was gonna be swapping a new headset on a bike soon (my Trouvaille)? 😂 Thanks for the how-we-do-it, great video (as always), guys, happy weekend! 😁✌️
Long time since I saw a silver headset on a bike. Nice to see. But I'm skeptic towards the FSA headset as I've had a bad experience(crushed headset on new bike, metal shavings, another rough in 1 year), and read bad stuff in Facebook groups. Maybe this one is different, I guess time will tell. It's a budget build anyway. But as long as it turns it's fine I guess.
11:39 That was likely due to bad tolerances on the head tube it self. Sadly common issues, along with bottom bracket not being flush, brake mounts too, paint over spray. So it requires tools that costs 4 times as much as a a cheap frame like this to fix. If not too bad or oversized all of this is fixable. Like undersized head tube, or not round head tube, you can ream it, even integrated head set style head tubes too, both insides and outside. face brake mounts, clean the pain off and make BB shell flush, clean threads so it's all aligned and flush. I'm glad I don't have to deal with this on quality frames. But has to done to many frames out there, or at least it should be.But the customer sohuld not have to deal with all that crap, or pay for work that costs as much as the frame, but if it's a bike from the shop the shop might do it for free included in a build.
3:11 Unless the tolerances of the head tube is off, which can happen. if undersized, and possibly ovalised, you can ream it, that's an expensive tool, but if it's oversized that's not something you can fix as you would possibly need a oddly sized headset, and head tube would be weaker. Sometimes head tubes might not be flush, so they can look weird, like skewed back side or one of the sides, I've had that on a frame, head tube was not 100% round, but the bottom was flush apart from the rear, so had a small gap. That's 2010 Trek ''quality''.
it's better then the jacked up alternative I use which is throwing some gorrilla tape on the top of a utility knife blade then hammering the blade down to pry the race up enough to fit a screw driver in between it and the fork crown. It works 100% of the time but it's pretty dangerous, make sure to don your safety squints to prepare for flying pieces of razor blade.
Can someone explain to me the different reason's you'd want to change out your headset? What are the benefits, how you pick the right one for you, sizes ect...or if you know of a video that does this send me link?
you sohuld return the fork as it's not what you ordered. But you if you really want to it's possible to the steerer with a straight steerer conversion steerer, some suspension tuners do this. Rare, but I saw it on Instagram. I'm not kidding. But forgot who did it. Or replace whole CSU. Maybe replace the lowers and put it on another bike or with wheels with adapters, maybe those wheels with hope hubs.
@WOLFTICK VIDEOS, This is unrelated to the video but can the BUCKLOS F32 27.5 suspension air fork fit on the mongoose ardor x1? I have this bike and I want to upgrade the fork but I don't want to spend alot of money. So can this fork fit on the mongoose ardor x1?
It will as far as the tapered headtube is concerned. But if saving money is a biggie be careful. You will want to get a new headset because the crown race is not removable, so that's a little $ then you will have to look at a thru axle front wheel to accommodate the fork. Either you will need a 100x10mm or a boost 110x15mm axle. Depends on the fork I know it's a thru axle just forget which one.
@WOLFTICKVIDEOS Thanks alot is there any budget air fork you recommend that will fit the bikes headtube out of the box without buying a new crown race?
So we do not recommend things, but if it was me lol I would look at a budget tapered fork with a 9mm qr. That way you could save a little without having to purchase a new front wheel. You will need a headset, as well. You will need a 44-56mm Headset. A Jessica will run ya about $20. Here is a compatible fork that should hold up over time, a little more $ but it's not a bad deal at all.Here is an affiliate link RockShox Gold Fork amzn.to/3F7eisH
I am looking to get my 1st bike and have the opportunity at a Ozark Trail Ridge for $300 thats barely used or should i go with a brand new GT Aggressor Pro at $299 from Dicks? What would you guys recommend for $300-$400 budget?
We don't really recommend one over another. Both have pluses and minuses. A new GT with a warranty at $299 is hard to beat. However, the Ozark Trail has a tapered headtube, and if you plan on upgrading the fork, it makes the world of difference on selection. I know this ain't what you wanted to hear, but it's also what makes the "budget biking" culture soooo fun.😉 Let us know what you decide.
@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS thanks for the feedback. It was actually what I was looking for. Although, I may have decided to put a bit extra on my budget and look at the Canyon Grand Canyon 5 as well as the Kona Lava Dome or Kona Mahuna. Those seem to get me more in the place I want but obviously come at a steeper price even though all are on significant sales at the moment.
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I like that Crown race tool never knew that existed I may have to buy one!
You are getting more professional with these upgrades. done so smoothly, well presented, correctly done, even nice solution with the strap.
Nice tools making the job easier is nice.
Hey thanks for the shout out and funny enough Reggie White was my football hero and the reason I wore 92 all my playing years.
Well that was a curve ball at the end. Nice to see the visionary Wolfman the director in the opener.
I like how you qualify "How We Do It!" I think it's kind of funny because everybody does things slightly different doesn't make it right or wrong it's basically the outcome that counts
I was waiting for Tick to smash himself in the face with the crown race tool 😂😂😂
The exorcist is a terrifying movie, really scared the 💩 outta me😂
Great install, take care guys 😎👍🍻
Love the colour scheme of the GT. Thanks!
Hell yeah! Glad you like that headset. Looks good!
I like the stainless headset look. Great video guys! I remember one of the makeshift headset tools you had with the threaded rod, washers, and a nut on each end!
I like how you guys explain the uses for the tools when you do installs. Very helpful, especially for the newbies. Great install video! Have a great weekend, dudes!
I loved my gt I played and enjoyed to much upgrading things on it , I upgraded to a M8 2gen and now I’m getting indeed into this world, planning now to sell my upgraded marlin 8 and get a Roscoe 7/8/9 or a full suspension bike I like the polygon T7 thanks you guys cuz I learned a lot with my budget GT aggressor pro
Me and my wife got new bikes. My wife got another cannondale hardtail 29r. Her first she went from 27.5 to that. I got another 29r. Salsa hardtail. With a dropper my first one. I’ll be doing a video soon on them when it stops raining.
Hey guys, love your videos. Im looking to get myself and my wife in to mountain biking and wanted to get your opinion on what you would recommend between the M1 E11even and the Able Sport? I know you did a comparison on with the Able core, but the Sport has an advent 1x9 group set and hydraulic breaks. Wondering if those upgrades help at all. Having to buy 2 bikes keeps me in the "budget" range. Again, love the content and keep the videos coming
My preferred method when using the headset press is to only remove one of the old cups, and use the other one with the stepped taper on the tool to ensure it’s nicely centred. Then remove the other old headset cup and repeat using the already fitted new cup .
That way the tool doesn’t skate around so much when pressing in. 😊
Were you able to find a Judy Gold in straight steer? The link provided is for the tapered steer one like you received.
If you look at the reviews on it, other's had same issue where they thought it was a straight. It's from Planet Cyclery so I'm sure they would return it...
hmm, I wonder what model of FSA headset that is. The FSA headset I have on my GT Aggressor Pro uses sealed bearings. Also I wonder if this headset will need to be shaved down a little bit to fit flush to the headtube. I guess I'll see since I haven't watched the whole video lol. You could probably put the fork on the Royce Union, even though the fork is 27.5 it should fit a 29er wheel you just won't be able to go crazy with the tire width.
How'd y'all know I was gonna be swapping a new headset on a bike soon (my Trouvaille)? 😂 Thanks for the how-we-do-it, great video (as always), guys, happy weekend! 😁✌️
14:50 I think you are right, the plastic spacers are probably a bad idea. especially with the way you ride.
Long time since I saw a silver headset on a bike. Nice to see.
But I'm skeptic towards the FSA headset as I've had a bad experience(crushed headset on new bike, metal shavings, another rough in 1 year), and read bad stuff in Facebook groups.
Maybe this one is different, I guess time will tell. It's a budget build anyway. But as long as it turns it's fine I guess.
11:39 That was likely due to bad tolerances on the head tube it self. Sadly common issues, along with bottom bracket not being flush, brake mounts too, paint over spray. So it requires tools that costs 4 times as much as a a cheap frame like this to fix. If not too bad or oversized all of this is fixable.
Like undersized head tube, or not round head tube, you can ream it, even integrated head set style head tubes too, both insides and outside.
face brake mounts, clean the pain off and make BB shell flush, clean threads so it's all aligned and flush.
I'm glad I don't have to deal with this on quality frames. But has to done to many frames out there, or at least it should be.But the customer sohuld not have to deal with all that crap, or pay for work that costs as much as the frame, but if it's a bike from the shop the shop might do it for free included in a build.
Awesome video😊
3:11 Unless the tolerances of the head tube is off, which can happen. if undersized, and possibly ovalised, you can ream it, that's an expensive tool, but if it's oversized that's not something you can fix as you would possibly need a oddly sized headset, and head tube would be weaker.
Sometimes head tubes might not be flush, so they can look weird, like skewed back side or one of the sides, I've had that on a frame, head tube was not 100% round, but the bottom was flush apart from the rear, so had a small gap. That's 2010 Trek ''quality''.
I found it helps to spray some penetrating oil on the head tube. Makes knocking out the cups super easy
I actually don't like that crown race removal tool. it usually leaves some deep scratches on the fork for me
it's better then the jacked up alternative I use which is throwing some gorrilla tape on the top of a utility knife blade then hammering the blade down to pry the race up enough to fit a screw driver in between it and the fork crown. It works 100% of the time but it's pretty dangerous, make sure to don your safety squints to prepare for flying pieces of razor blade.
Definitely better than the folding knife and mallet method!
I've had blades snap and shoot shrapnel so be careful with the jimmy-rigging boys and girls!
Always wear eye protection!
I wanna see that scooter video lol
Can someone explain to me the different reason's you'd want to change out your headset? What are the benefits, how you pick the right one for you, sizes ect...or if you know of a video that does this send me link?
you sohuld return the fork as it's not what you ordered. But you if you really want to it's possible to the steerer with a straight steerer conversion steerer, some suspension tuners do this. Rare, but I saw it on Instagram. I'm not kidding. But forgot who did it.
Or replace whole CSU.
Maybe replace the lowers and put it on another bike or with wheels with adapters, maybe those wheels with hope hubs.
7th! Do I get anything for that?
Is that the FSA Pig headset? That was my go to when I was younger and riding bmx. It's beefy and built to take abuse.
The Pig is a great headset.👍
i think it is. I'm currently using the orbix and it has sealed bearings so i think this is the pig.
It is. I sent it
Brings back some good memories. I had a polished sealed Pig headset on my fully custom Wethepeople 4 Seasons back in the day.
@@jaimedaniel1566 I just put a black one on my Dyno Compe build
@WOLFTICK VIDEOS, This is unrelated to the video but can the BUCKLOS F32 27.5 suspension air fork fit on the mongoose ardor x1? I have this bike and I want to upgrade the fork but I don't want to spend alot of money. So can this fork fit on the mongoose ardor x1?
It will as far as the tapered headtube is concerned. But if saving money is a biggie be careful. You will want to get a new headset because the crown race is not removable, so that's a little $ then you will have to look at a thru axle front wheel to accommodate the fork. Either you will need a 100x10mm or a boost 110x15mm axle. Depends on the fork I know it's a thru axle just forget which one.
@WOLFTICKVIDEOS Thanks alot is there any budget air fork you recommend that will fit the bikes headtube out of the box without buying a new crown race?
So we do not recommend things, but if it was me lol I would look at a budget tapered fork with a 9mm qr. That way you could save a little without having to purchase a new front wheel. You will need a headset, as well. You will need a 44-56mm Headset. A Jessica will run ya about $20. Here is a compatible fork that should hold up over time, a little more $ but it's not a bad deal at all.Here is an affiliate link
RockShox Gold Fork
amzn.to/3F7eisH
@WOLFTICKVIDEOS Thank you so much this helps a ton.
Wolf tick I have an aggressor pro that I’m starting to upgrade and got the ixf crack set what do I need for sims? I have the medium frame
I am looking to get my 1st bike and have the opportunity at a Ozark Trail Ridge for $300 thats barely used or should i go with a brand new GT Aggressor Pro at $299 from Dicks? What would you guys recommend for $300-$400 budget?
We don't really recommend one over another. Both have pluses and minuses. A new GT with a warranty at $299 is hard to beat. However, the Ozark Trail has a tapered headtube, and if you plan on upgrading the fork, it makes the world of difference on selection. I know this ain't what you wanted to hear, but it's also what makes the "budget biking" culture soooo fun.😉
Let us know what you decide.
@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS thanks for the feedback. It was actually what I was looking for. Although, I may have decided to put a bit extra on my budget and look at the Canyon Grand Canyon 5 as well as the Kona Lava Dome or Kona Mahuna. Those seem to get me more in the place I want but obviously come at a steeper price even though all are on significant sales at the moment.
@@tsanders23 We reviewed the Grand Canyon 5 and loved it.
@@WOLFTICKVIDEOS that's what steered me in that direction. Love what you guys do on your channel. Keep it up! Merry Christmas!
is it a 44 - 44mm size?
FIRST!
Shit all those tools it all adds up on the "cheap" price.
Hate when gap age happens!
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