May 31, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on Tube bender update
After chatting with Oli from DMO frameworks at Bespoked in April, I made some changes to my tube bender. Basically milling the slot deeper to try and reduce the amount the tube flattens. The initial test looks better so i’ll … Continue reading
May 29, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on First ride….
After a bit of a late night she rolls. Just in time to go to a design show tonight to test some GoodShot ‘precovery’ drink. Just got to keep it clean all day! Fingers crossed for a dry day.
May 27, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on Powder Coat Close ups
A few more detailed close ups of the frames powder coat. The red frame was basically just cleaned. No filing fillets. It was a bit of an experiement to see how good (or … Continue reading
May 26, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on Nice job
The chaps at Armourtex turned these round nice and quickly. I went for just a plane coat of powder. No flashy lacquers or sparkle. Firstly that was to see what it looked like but also as these two are going … Continue reading
May 26, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on Nice Powder
Well after much faffing I finally got these two down to the powder coaters (at Armourtex in Hackney). It made a pretty cautious trip as the frame was wider the bars so filtering was an act of faith – remember … Continue reading
May 12, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on New Tools
Most important tool in the workshop primed and ready for action. As soon as that’s finished, i’ll move on to finishing frame number one to get it ready for the powder coaters:-)
May 8, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on Commitment!
Well it’s nearly finished. Off to the powder coaters next week.
May 8, 2014
by jon
Comments Off on Frame number 2
Mountain bike frame for my son. Curvy chain and seat stays. Some nice Ritchey dropouts. It will be disk only and it’s pretty small. New attachment for the jig to hold the chain stays parallel which seemed to help.