Digger XS Mock Up

I need a whole new set of skills that include fabrication. That looks really awesome Punkskalar!
 
Punkskalar said:
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Normally I hate it when people quote pictures, but I had to quote this one for awesomeness :)
I haven't even clicked on this thread before because when I think "Digger" this isn't what comes to mind. You have well and truly updated the look though man, that thing looks like it's going to be a blast to ride!
 
Although pictures are nice,they don't do justice in capturing the true workmanship and sweat that Hugh has poured into to those beautiful Girders. They're truly a work of art and jaw dropping in person:thumbsup:
 
Man, if only someone offered a frame, girder set up like that. Thats a refreshing look from the normal hardtail. Maybe reconsider developing some rolling chassis? Bet they would sell really well.
jefft
 
jefft said:
Man, if only someone offered a frame, girder set up like that. Thats a refreshing look from the normal hardtail. Maybe reconsider developing some rolling chassis? Bet they would sell really well.
jefft
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Wouldn't surprise me if someone copied it, it seems to happen alot to my works :laugh:

As of now, this is not a reasonable thing to undertake. A stock fork would never work with this frame, raising costs, and the girder alone has over 150 hours in it... Anyone wanna pay $45 an hour for one :yikes:
 
Bobber 33 just had a girder front end made, details in his latest thread. Maybe you can get a reasonable priced girder from them to go with your frame to make it viable to sell as a kit???
 
How the hell did I miss this thread. Great work as always High. I'm not really a hard tail kinda guy but this critter is bee-u-tee-ful!
 
Any chance you could give a brief overview of how to make a girder? Or a least a link to making one?
Love the bike BTW
 
atomic22 said:
Any chance you could give a brief overview of how to make a girder? Or a least a link to making one?
Love the bike BTW
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Brief? I wish :laugh:

There are soo many variables - rake, trail, wheel dimensions, fitting brakes, shock valving, spring weight, overall height and such that it would be tough to do...

There is no such thing as a "universal" girder or springer honestly, they need to be tailored to fit the chassis for proper trail and handling characteristics... :thumbsup:
 

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