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

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed.

@raullopez4243

2 жыл бұрын

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

@Royal-xb3wx

2 жыл бұрын

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

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

4 жыл бұрын

True story

@carlreygall9457

4 жыл бұрын

DIY'ers has joined the group! hurray!!

@blvck______

4 жыл бұрын

Sam pilgrim hasnt a lot of good tools

@mentho101

4 жыл бұрын

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

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

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Homie cheers👌

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

@jeffreymalang9642

4 жыл бұрын

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

@taterhater2086

3 жыл бұрын

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

@jameswarren2045

3 жыл бұрын

Good call paul

@ns671fr

2 жыл бұрын

Had to buy the whole 10ft pipe tho

@ns671fr

2 жыл бұрын

@@taterhater2086 you buy it based on ID

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

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

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

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!

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

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! :-)

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

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

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.

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

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 😊

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.

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

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

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

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!!!!

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

Love your videos! Keep up the great work.

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!

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

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

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

@haroldsarmiento4342

4 жыл бұрын

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

@sc5691

4 жыл бұрын

Naabutan ko pa na nagtatagalog si lodi 😂

@wurlabyscott

4 жыл бұрын

Crap, I thought he was American 😉

@edmeger

4 жыл бұрын

Tim Lunsford 😂😂😂

@---GOD---

4 жыл бұрын

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

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

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

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!

Great video. I am riding 2019 Pitch Comp. Been thinking of upgrading my Pitch or get the Mondraker Podium. Now you make me half hearted about getting the Mondraker.

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

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.

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.

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.

Nice bike and keep up the good work MCMTB.

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…

Nice filming and narrative. I learned a lot.

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.

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.

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

Looks awesome erp!

@MCMTB

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks bro :)

@abcabc7235

4 жыл бұрын

Pre ang lupet 👌

Love your videos bro keep it up 👍🏽

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

You got a new sub, i can relate to you man i don't have the proper tools so i gotta find alternative ways. Loved the video. 👍👍👍👌

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.

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

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

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

@MCMTB

4 жыл бұрын

You're welcome

Great video man! Thanks!

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.

it is good to be a resourceful..keep rollin bro 🤘

Thanks for this video man, I think Ill buy this fork too on my bike 👍🏽

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

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

@kamilsubari8944

4 жыл бұрын

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

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.

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

Keep up what your doing your great at it

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

Salamat pre i almost buying new upgraded bike but this gives me hope to love my specialized pitch even more hahah

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

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!

Awesome video your definitely good at what you do

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 😂

Had to re watch this as im putting my new rock shox on my hardrock, great vid! Great name btw Haha 😎

@MCMTB

4 жыл бұрын

I'm glad you found it useful :)

that frame of yours is truly a piece of beauty

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

Cool guy. Great vids, keep it up 🇬🇧👍

Shout out and goodluck to your new fork

It looks so awesome and simple.🤘🤘

Sup bro? I'm watching from the Philippines. I like your vids bro keep it up man!

I think the bike stand rocks!! Love the "necessity is the mother of invention" mindset! Last year, I bought a Trek Marlin 5. No, I really didn't do the research, and yes, I realize I could have had a much better bike for the same price. That said, I've got the bike now and will be going with either this front fork or the Manitou Markhor fork. Mainly for the weight savings and lockout option. Great video!

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

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

Like your way of working with the tools you have!

I like your Bike & the Fork fits perfect. That Black looks Dope ;)

Nice one Erp!!!! Upgrade agad si Specialize for more fun...!!!!!

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

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.

That crown race install hurt me a little inside

@MCMTB

4 жыл бұрын

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

@HeisterHomesLLC

4 жыл бұрын

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

3 жыл бұрын

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

@ns671fr

3 жыл бұрын

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

ayus sa ghetto bike stand brah!😂 nice fork. waiting on my judy, should arrive monday. keep up the awesome vids!🤘😎

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

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

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

this is exactly what I experience when I change my fork and of course the crown race too :)

I love the way you wheels sound 💙

Dude, the way you do the things is awesome, just like me, nice content

@MCMTB

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks

great work. Please do upload more videos like this

My same way of doing things lol! Awesome build and videos

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

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.

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

@MCMTB

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks, I'll do that trick next time

funny but informative stuff...you remind me of me, rarely do I got the proper tool but you gotta do what you gotta do to install it :)

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,

Nice! Nakikabit na. Ride nalang ang kulang. Sana matapos na ang lockdown.

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

Жыл бұрын

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

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.

bro your so smart with that bike stand thanks for the idea

@albretchamor257

3 жыл бұрын

Parihas man mong bogo

Nice job on that crown race. Yeah, you gotta do what ya gotta do. At the end of the day, it's a $150 fork. As for the brake cable, you're actually supposed to route it on the inside so it doesn't snag on a branch or get pinched in a crash. It also looks better.

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 😉

I love the bike stand!!