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87' Mongoose decade build (put together for a look see)
EDBANGER:
Hi, I'm 34 years old and I think this may be the start of my mid life crisis. For the past few months I've been dreaming of my old BMX days and although I was never any good at riding one I just had the urge to relive my youth a little and get the bike I always wanted that my parents wouldn't buy me.
So after a bit of searching (and one 98 GT Dyno Comp later), I came across the beginning of my project.......
As you can see from the photos it's in pretty damn good condition. I got all the little bits the go with the spin tech, rear pegs and front pegs too.
I bought this off ebay and it arrived today.....
My original plan was to strip the anodizing off it but it's in such good condition i'm not entirely sure now. I might wait until i've put it together and make the decision then.
So what's left to get..........
Dia compe 880 front brake
Dia compe A750 rear brake
SR Crank arms
Fluted Layback seat post
Pro class V 48s
Mongoose Freestyle badge (gutted it's missing and I think this'll be a bugger to get hold of).
So there it is, my first build and I'm looking forward to it. I've been trawling ebay day after day in the hope that some of these parts might come up. If anyone has any they want to sell then I'd be very greatful. Also any suggestions welcome.
oldschoolace:
I know where there is a dyna max seat that were stock on these if you need it :daumenhoch:
EDBANGER:
Not according to the Mongoose 1987 catalogue
http://www.vintagemongoose.com/pdfs/mongoose_cat87.pdf
I'd love a pair of pro series 48's though if you know of any going?
GavinDavis:
That looks mint! Looking forward to seeing the build :daumenhoch:
oldschoolace:
--- Quote from: EDBANGER on February 07, 2014, 08:50 PM ---Not according to the Mongoose 1987 catalogue
http://www.vintagemongoose.com/pdfs/mongoose_cat87.pdf
I'd love a pair of pro series 48's though if you know of any going?
--- End quote ---
ah yeah, should have guessed yours is the 87 with the more angular standing platform front.
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