Fillet Brazed GT Rebuild - 1991 GT Cyclone

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  • @techjunkie68smusicandtech56
    @techjunkie68smusicandtech56 Рік тому +3

    Love seeing the old GT's being given a new life, those bikes were something special.
    I have owned several early '90's GT's starting with the Timberline in dark green as I was on a very tight budget but it was a worthy bike for my commute to work until it got stolen. Then I got the red GT Pantera Al, another Timberline to replace my stolen Pantera AL and then The GT Zaskar LE (with Pace RC 35's ) . some years later in 2001 -2002 I bough a GT iDrive 6.0 (red) and later a GT iDrive 4.0, which along with my Pantera Al and Zaskar LE were my favourite GT bikes. I am looking to buy another GT again soon to build up as a MTB/BMX hybrid.

  • @madrabbit64
    @madrabbit64 Рік тому +6

    I’ve got a mid 90’s Klein Adroit similarly spek’d that I’m currently restoring, full XTR, JUDY forks, Selle Italia Flite saddle. Absolutely stunning paint job and the frame is dent free. Same issue with narrow bars but they’re authentic. It’s a blast to ride and I added some red Ritchey SPD pedals. Nice rare GT…..thank you for restoring it and not single speeding it like a lot of guys do on here.

  • @sveablu
    @sveablu Рік тому +4

    Another nice restoration, as usual. I think the bike turned out nice. It is always fun to go back and work on a bike like that and let it evolve into a creative process. Last year I adopted 3 vintage bikes. I did a lot of work on all of them. And I'm still changing little things here and there. Vintage bikes are all I really wish to own and ride at this point.

  • @boxingkangaroo1978
    @boxingkangaroo1978 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely love an old school retro MTB. Thanks for sharing the restoration.

  • @SurpriseMeJT
    @SurpriseMeJT Рік тому +1

    I always wanted a GT Psyclone. It is a dream bike for me. It's hard to even find a Karakoram these days. I had a '95 Tequesta which was pretty good too before the chain derailled in between the spokes and cassette pulling the derailleur hanger all the way up.

  • @bgivco
    @bgivco Рік тому +1

    That's sweet, I've got a GT Ricochet chromo mtb, bought it new 30 yrs ago, still ride it. Keep up the good work!!

  • @MonkeyShred
    @MonkeyShred Рік тому +9

    Wonderful! Like the originality to it, especially seeing the XT cassette going back on. I have the aluminium version of the holy trinity, the Zaskar. As pretty as she looks, I’m always worried about the old lightweight aluminium frame so she won’t get to see the trails like the Cyclone did here! Steel is real 🤙

    • @sveablu
      @sveablu Рік тому +1

      I love seeing one of my favortite bike restorers chatting with another of my favorite bike restorers. And of course I agree, steel is real!!

  • @wilsarno
    @wilsarno Рік тому +1

    The internal cabling brought a smile to my face. Great build.

  • @Cmnore
    @Cmnore 8 місяців тому

    Lovely GT. I have two in my bike-barn as well:a '97 Ricochet and a '98 Zaskar LE. They are a testament to the pioneers in MTB engineering and build quality. Of all my bikes, those 2 will not leave my collection. Thx for sharing!

  • @gamernaut8864
    @gamernaut8864 Рік тому +1

    Sweet GT! I still have my teal 1989 GT Timberline with Biopace and the rear brake strangely mounted underneath the chain stays. A bike of its time for sure. I like your Cyclone. Great video.

  • @91rattoyota
    @91rattoyota Рік тому +1

    Wonderful restoration! I miss my old GT Aggressor from my high school days. Keep it as original as you can, these bikes are getting harder and harder to find. My current bike is a restored 1998 Specialized Hardrock FS and it rides like a dream. Keep up the good work sir! Love your videos!!!!

  • @mountainsnmoore256
    @mountainsnmoore256 Рік тому +4

    That is a sweet bike! The restoration was enjoyable. Love watching these videos,. Love, love, LOVE those older bikes. And those ride by shots with the Insta 360 at ground level were really cool!
    Thanks for sharing!

  • @johnsheetz6639
    @johnsheetz6639 6 місяців тому

    that back brake cable setup is crazy! Never saw that before.

  • @pipermoonshine
    @pipermoonshine Рік тому

    I got an Schwinn Aluminum Comp last year and I just finished a complete rebuild on the bike to make it more user friendly to me. It was a lot of work from this beginner bike mechanic but it was so worth it and I would do it again. so the moral of this story is that when you find a bike that you love it then becomes a labor of love and all you want to do is continue to make it a better bike again and again.

  • @tonymartin7010
    @tonymartin7010 Рік тому

    I love watching your videos, Old Shuv! Keep ‘em coming! You are helping us gain knowledge, helping the newer generations gain an appreciation of these awesome old bikes, and all in a meditative space…well done.

  • @andrew8213
    @andrew8213 Рік тому +1

    12:00 love to see the Park Tool DAG in action!

  • @johndef5075
    @johndef5075 Рік тому

    My 91 Daktari White GT Avalanche was the coolest looking bike I've ever had. They had some amazing paint jobs back in the day.

  • @PAExploration
    @PAExploration Рік тому +5

    Such a great looking bike; back when bikes had a soul and charm they don’t really have anymore.

  • @73megalith
    @73megalith Рік тому +5

    Missmatched tyres get the comments going like the upside down headset cups did, cleaver guy! Always enjoy these resto builds and love GTs 🤙

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  Рік тому +1

      Lol 😂 they match and they’re mismatched at the same time. I love Panaracer Fire xc pros

    • @interceptor7905
      @interceptor7905 Рік тому

      Cleaver lol

  • @andreapatto79
    @andreapatto79 Рік тому

    Wonderful restoration!

  • @williampaterson1706
    @williampaterson1706 Рік тому +1

    Great to see old bikes brought back to life 🎉

  • @Andre_7791
    @Andre_7791 Рік тому

    an old GT, I was 15 at that time... Great!!! Thanks for the vid.

  • @ColbyRidesBikes
    @ColbyRidesBikes Рік тому

    As an Iowa State alumnus I'm a big fan of a "Cyclone" with a red and yellow (cardinal and gold) colorway. This bike looks great!

  • @slideman.
    @slideman. Рік тому

    what a beautiful gem you have found. Excelent video! Thanks.

  • @MS-pw8yu
    @MS-pw8yu Рік тому

    I would love to stumble upon an awesome frame like that! I proudly ride a fully restored, polished, tuned Pro Flex 656 my stepfather sent me. It was a bike I wanted in the 90s and now I have it. A GT from that era is on my short list to own and now that I know about the filet brazed Cyclone...whelp, now I have to start searching. BTW, I own a hand built, full-custom, filet brazed Curtis XR650 with the clear coat. She gets looks and compliments everywhere we go.
    Nice work!

  • @hansbryan2915
    @hansbryan2915 Рік тому

    I resto modded my grandpas 92 team avalanche and i always wish I kept it original. Not too bummed though because I tacod the back wheel and the 7speed xt group was getting a little tired. I’m glad bikes like these exist

  • @juancervantes9950
    @juancervantes9950 8 місяців тому

    I have a GT timberline and I love it, hello from Mexico Mr. oldshovel

  • @brians8607
    @brians8607 Рік тому

    Rob, another great video. The background music you and Toasty Rides use for your videos is spot on for vintage bike builds. You don't need fast pace head bashing music to go with precision cleaning and assembly. The custom GT's you mention are awesome bikes if you are lucky enough to find one in steel or titanium. Your decision to keep period (vintage) componets is a good one along with improving the fad parts of the period, the ridiculously narrow handle bars, and long, low angle stem. You stated you would be on the search for higher quality parts of the period to swap with the originals. I understand that statement. Your audience should also understand your UA-cam channel is a business. The time and effort to make the videos isn't free. Endorsement of sponsors in order to recoup cost and/or make some income is part of the process. As a volunteer at two of the Bicycle Collective locations I enjoy your channel. It provides entertainment and education. It gives me ideas for my own builds or the ones I do for the Collective.

  • @jenmac287
    @jenmac287 Рік тому +1

    Love the build. Great steel frame I have a similar time frame old steel Trek 950 mtb that I love....

  • @StephenMarceau
    @StephenMarceau Рік тому

    Sweet......Love the Tiquilla sunrise coloration. Great vibe...........

  • @marvindaugherty5989
    @marvindaugherty5989 Рік тому +2

    Nice call on the front brake swap. I used to love those Fire XC tires.

    • @solarheat9016
      @solarheat9016 Рік тому

      No. That was a total bone-headed move. Now whoever rides that bike won't be able to stop. All cantilever brakes are garbage, especially ones with that Shimano straddle cable thing. Would you ride that bike with tires that were made in 1991? No. We should not ride bikes with cantilever brakes either.

    • @marvindaugherty5989
      @marvindaugherty5989 Рік тому

      @@solarheat9016 thanks for your expert advice....lol. Cantilever brakes only worked for twenty years before they became garbage(replaced by newer tech)? Fire XC are still in production today. Threadless stems came out in 1990. And that is a 91 Judy fork.

  • @Mikemalone7873
    @Mikemalone7873 Рік тому

    Reminds me of my 93 Bravado that I rode for twenty years. Looks great that cyclone!

  • @madtownangler
    @madtownangler 7 місяців тому

    First bike I built was a GT and I tried to put the bottom bracket in backwards. Luckily they got it out and installed it for me. I built a headset tool out of some thread rod and boards and the rest was pretty easy except cutting the cables and hoses. Ended up buying a cutter for that stuff.
    I think it's been at least 25 years since I did a complete bike build now.

  • @AngelJul
    @AngelJul Рік тому

    Wooow.... that's a GEM! super cool restoration man... cheers from Brazil

  • @martinwakawaka5265
    @martinwakawaka5265 Рік тому

    Nice , you found a gem, awesome work.

  • @cesarali8001
    @cesarali8001 Рік тому

    Awesome bike and work. Greetings from Argentina

  • @easyrider75
    @easyrider75 Рік тому

    Awesome build and lovely bike. Love the period feel.

  • @cyclerevive
    @cyclerevive Рік тому

    Lovely looking GT “steel is real”

  • @thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind
    @thinkpadBentnoseTheBlind Рік тому +1

    Wow ! I have only ever seen one of those before. a fella special ordered it. It was red also but was a 95-96 maybe.

  • @morphius7777
    @morphius7777 Рік тому

    Wow, I would love to find one of these frames. Just now wrapping up a '97 Klein Pulse Pro.

  • @chrisnelson6991
    @chrisnelson6991 Рік тому

    That Shimano Deore parts kit is XTR before it was called that.(crank and hubs anyway) Upper U brake scott SE. One of my first bikes was a Fisher CR-7 with that same groupo. Nice bike man.

  • @gtzaskar6353
    @gtzaskar6353 7 місяців тому

    I have a 1991 GT Zaskar that I built back in 1991 with XT components. I believed some Pro's back then preferred the steel frame GT's.

  • @cyrilvillarosa2421
    @cyrilvillarosa2421 Рік тому

    IMHO, I prefer taking my 3x9 Giant NRS3 set up over my Giant XTC 1x10 set-up.
    Awesome video for a classic frame. Looking forward to the next evolution of this bike.
    I’d say my soft spot for MTB’s from 90’s to 2005. I just love how they were made.

  • @chrisarnold462
    @chrisarnold462 7 місяців тому

    The Kore stem, Azonic risers and Oury Grips are quintessentially 90s GT.

  • @dervwfahrer
    @dervwfahrer Рік тому

    I love Pure old Bikes but: I bought myself today a Rockshox 30 Silver TK for my loved "92 Marin Eldridge Grade and now i convert it from Threaded to Discmount Ahead Fork . Now i have to put my Wheels to a Shop for new Discbrake-Hubs, because i like to keep my Mavic M231 Rims.

  • @isaachazim3589
    @isaachazim3589 Рік тому

    Beautiful, I wouldn't change anything. Great work ! 👌✌️🖖

  • @BICIeCOMPUTERconGabriele
    @BICIeCOMPUTERconGabriele Рік тому

    I appreciate that you kept the original components of choose components of the bike's period.

  • @johanrr4
    @johanrr4 Рік тому

    That looks amazing! I'd love to have a retro mtb too, most of them here in Sweden are either super expensive and nice or rusty and broken so it's hard to find something.

  • @tecdesigns8183
    @tecdesigns8183 Рік тому

    I love gt's of this era, I have two a palomar very original and my fav karakoram similar spec to this Korea stem etc but rigid will be a keeper when done.
    The patina is great but I'd be tempted to strip it raw and clearcoat it to show off the workmanship. Also Mag21 rockshox.

  • @johnthemainguy9059
    @johnthemainguy9059 Рік тому

    Gorgeous bike, and yes, there's nothing like the ride of a hand-built steel bike. Put some period correct tires on it, a Flite saddle and get rid of those ridiculous handlebars!

  • @ピロ式-i2m
    @ピロ式-i2m Рік тому +1

    GT cyclone and xizang are dream bikes for me.

  • @Jinedan
    @Jinedan Рік тому +1

    A sharpie? Dollar store nail polish next time! Love your videos...

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  Рік тому

      It was a sharpie paint pen. It actually worked really well but it was a trial. I’ve used mail polish and it does work well also.

  • @indianadave8881
    @indianadave8881 6 місяців тому

    And these young whipper snappers think internal cable routing is a new thing...
    And dropper posts? Yep. We had them back then too! Just took a little more to drop them.
    Love your videos.
    I'm working on a smoked salmon pink Tequesta currently, and am debating on going 1X in the front. For the trails it would ride on, and around town, the big and small chain rings don't get used much anyway.

  • @paulmaurice4491
    @paulmaurice4491 Рік тому

    I love the build! It’s the frame I always wanted but couldn’t afford! A very enjoyable video. If I’m not mistaken this is the third gt you’ve done. I love them all and wonder which was your favorite!? Keep on doing what you do!

  • @allcapitols1554
    @allcapitols1554 7 місяців тому

    I had one of these - Super rare

  • @CSIPSD
    @CSIPSD Рік тому

    Love this build. My next build after I finish this proflex for my 9 year old will be a GT I think.

  • @theretrobikeshed3392
    @theretrobikeshed3392 Рік тому

    That is awsome buddy 👍👌🚴‍♂️

  • @pennyuyitung4854
    @pennyuyitung4854 Рік тому

    Great restomod - still keeping the ride quality of the original build.

  • @gbh362
    @gbh362 Рік тому

    I was wondering, since you didn't lately, did you stop painting bikes? It was one of my favourite part of your videos since you were so creative!

  • @samblenkharn8099
    @samblenkharn8099 Рік тому

    What a beauty 😍.

  • @diveaddict6885
    @diveaddict6885 Рік тому +1

    Azonic bars fresh

  • @StephenMarceau
    @StephenMarceau Рік тому

    what chemicals and lubricants do you use. Do you overhaul bearings? How do you adjust bearings?

  • @mattharding7649
    @mattharding7649 Рік тому

    Red nail polish could work on those chips too.

  • @anthonyharris483
    @anthonyharris483 Рік тому

    I like those old GT bikes but hated the cable routing under the bottom bracket where the cables can get contaminated

  • @lukeoverthehill
    @lukeoverthehill Рік тому

    Gah I love the old GT frames the most

  • @wismuthennecke1808
    @wismuthennecke1808 Рік тому

    I like steel bikes and this is a nice one 😊👍

  • @SmallGadgetMan
    @SmallGadgetMan Рік тому

    I really need a rear cassette for a 2001 Rockhopper I am working on, what is a cheap but good option? Im wanting to go 9 or 10 gears on the back, ultimately do a 1x10 in the end, but budget says stick to the 3x8 drivetrain.

  • @gravelrider5612
    @gravelrider5612 2 місяці тому

    When your working on bikes you should talk to tell what your doing it would make it more interesting. Thanks!

  • @rexdouglas4874
    @rexdouglas4874 Рік тому

    I have had at least 5 GT’s. I think they are some of the finest riding bikes that I have ridden over the years, riding in the Sierra’s.
    What’s your opinion on the GT bike?

  • @russellml1086
    @russellml1086 Рік тому

    26er 🤙🏼

  • @aa240sx
    @aa240sx Рік тому +1

    great build as always - quick question though. how come you never rebuild the forks? or at least replace the fork oil and seals?

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  Рік тому +1

      I guess it’s time to show one. Sometimes on builds I don’t fully know the status or need for a fork until I have it on a bike ready to ride. On older forks I’m hesitant if it’s working well to open them up as older parts and seals are not always available. Some forks I have serviced without filming like the gen 1 SID I put on my Brodie (I actually rebuilt it quite a while back without even having a build for it in mind yet).

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  Рік тому +1

      As a note, on this bike, I did not do anything. It looked hardly used and rode like a new fork, I was pleasantly surprised on the ride, it was plush an smooth, perhaps the best 90’s Judy I’ve ever felt likely due to the White Bros internals.

  • @metzpribadi1344
    @metzpribadi1344 Рік тому

    Want to have that bike

  • @robwaters8589
    @robwaters8589 Рік тому

    Love the older bike builds! are you going to be doing any more re-paints during your builds?

  • @scottblack1591
    @scottblack1591 Рік тому

    Great build! Where in Utah is that beautiful trail you are riding? What’s it called? Thanks!

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  Рік тому

      It’s the Bonneville Shoreline trail just below Ben Lomond peak

  • @rossbodenmann
    @rossbodenmann Рік тому

    Fire xc pros ❤

  • @mishimoto13
    @mishimoto13 Рік тому

    Why not put red wall tyre on rear also. Can't understand why not to.they look so good

  • @halseyknox
    @halseyknox Рік тому

    I'm glad you decided not to retro mod it. Some bikes need to stay true to there roots. Shorter stem and riser bars I understand, I do the same on my builds and it does make a difference. Nice bike for sure....do you prefer 18" size bike that you ride?

  • @feldybikes
    @feldybikes Рік тому

    Whoa a Cyclone so old it’s not a Psyclone! Where’d you find the brake hanger?

  • @murrayfuller-sb8wx
    @murrayfuller-sb8wx Рік тому +1

    I use to have a gt code red Coca-Cola bike with the aluminum frame

  • @simonguard5087
    @simonguard5087 Рік тому

    How does it feel going from the modern bike you race on to a bike of this era?

  • @ToddNZMTB
    @ToddNZMTB Рік тому

    Auld Shuv'nor 🧐

  • @francissobotka8725
    @francissobotka8725 Рік тому

    What u brakes are those?

  • @kitbiggz6135
    @kitbiggz6135 Рік тому +1

    Why the mis matched tires? Running low on tires? I am lol

    • @oldshovel
      @oldshovel  Рік тому +1

      I wanted a retro set of tires on this one and was able to find these two, they are both Panaracer Fire xc pro’s just one in gray and the other red…

    • @CSIPSD
      @CSIPSD Рік тому

      ​@@oldshovel thoughts on the tires? Hard to find colored sidewall tires or colored tires at all anymore.

  • @manysaints
    @manysaints Рік тому

    It went together easily in less than an hour. ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxHL1v1R3NE5x4KiYfyt8dnQmyNYz7qi5L Make sure the front fork is forward or the pedals will hit the front tire. Tires are both a little soft so it needs air before I ride it. The rear wheel didn't come with a clamp regular bolts hold it on. The front had the clamp. No scratches out of box. Rims are a little off with a slight wobble. They could have spent more time with the spoke tool fixing the run out. So far out of the box I'm happy with it. I did replace the pedals with a nice aftermarket set. After riding it a bit my A$$ is a bit sore so I ordered another seat. Overall I'm nearly 60 and didn't ride a bike in 30 years. I like my new 29" Schwinn. It will be used for casual rides with my friend.

  • @ashleem1387
    @ashleem1387 Рік тому

    I'd love to show you a picture of the 1970 Schwinn Continental 10-speed I restore that was my dad's

  • @boumex8842
    @boumex8842 Рік тому

    What are you doing with them bikes when you are done with them?

  • @radcheskygum5353
    @radcheskygum5353 Рік тому

    А что за кассета новая стоит ? Какая самая большая звезда ?

  • @zu_1455
    @zu_1455 Рік тому

    Old Shuv

  • @madtownangler
    @madtownangler 7 місяців тому

    I think now except one Gary Fisher bike all my bikes except my GT Karakoram have all disc brakes

  • @rhymeswithbombs
    @rhymeswithbombs 11 місяців тому

    No Canadian nickels in the grips?!

  • @chesterossa
    @chesterossa Рік тому

    Comment algorithm compliance

  • @daniellarson3068
    @daniellarson3068 Рік тому

    A little work and cleaning and it's good for another 30 years. I'm not so sure about the longevity of those carbon fiber bikes.

  • @mariuszmac5801
    @mariuszmac5801 Рік тому

    Old bikes are great, but in most of them the position behind the wheel is a tragedy, it is terribly exhausting the back, it is best to completely replace the stem and handlebars with a broken one

  • @michael61985
    @michael61985 Рік тому

    That would drive me nutz wheels that don't match and them handlebar grips look uncomfortable as hell

  • @gonzaley999
    @gonzaley999 Рік тому

    There's one youtube chanel i'm follow with like 20 or so follower he has a vintage GT a vintage Litespeed, Mercedes benz Amp. his chanel is similar its Name is (Bike and Blogs)

  • @stevebarnett155
    @stevebarnett155 Рік тому +2

    I usually like your builds but what in the world did you put a red wall tire on the front and a Grey wall on the back? Makes it look thrown together.

    • @JuBlowme
      @JuBlowme Рік тому

      You weren’t a fan of a decision made by an artist while creating his artwork? Good thing there are no rules when it comes to art, right Steve?

    • @CSIPSD
      @CSIPSD Рік тому

      Love the Redwall tire, I actually paused the video and Google the tire so I can order one.

  • @Ollie140
    @Ollie140 Рік тому

    Why don't us invest in an ultrasonic cleaner. It will save you so much time.

  • @maxipedia
    @maxipedia Рік тому

    I don't get the tires on this build. They are way too new and also pretty ugly. Either period correct Panaracers or Tioga or Ritchey, even Michelin, or something modern =with more air volume. Wheels are also pretty basic, even if I appreciate the Bontrager BCX rims. A good wheelset with Parallax hubs and Mavic rims can't be too expensive. Otherwise, really nice. Cheers.

  • @BanjoLuke1
    @BanjoLuke1 Рік тому +2

    Well... I suppose there are people who like these older hardtails.
    Imagine of everyone wanted one....
    Imagine how hard it would be to find one for a reasonable price....
    So yeah.... I suppose this stuff is OK for Boomers, but I bet all the young folk want the latest carbon, hi-tech, hydraulic-disc whizzbang stuff.
    Seriously.... Stop putting out these videos. People are going to buy up all the older Kona, GT and Fischer frames!
    Do we want that? Do we?
    😂

  • @kevinsande1677
    @kevinsande1677 9 місяців тому

    Absolute shame to put a 98 fork, front v-brake and riser bars on a 91 gem like that. Period Correct build would be SO much more appropriate.