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Just to add. My bike had newer designed bushings on it already. The person I bought it from must have gotten them from John at some point. He can tell by the color, and some are longer/thicker than others. So I would suggest you call him to discuss what you need before ordering.
Although my bike is not a Homegrown, (S-20) I’m loving it!!
John does have a couple of Fango’s in storage in M and L, some are unpainted in unfinished aluminum.So, finally got my tax check and went to see John Castellano about my pivot bushings. Nice man, showed me some beautiful Silk Ti frames he has been working on- more like works of art!!
As to my bike; the bushings were good, he said they creak when wet, which has been the case. He did replace the Pivot sleeve as it was showing some wear on one side. I bought a tube of Jonniesnot for future use. John recommends it as it continues works in all weather conditions- especially very cold weather.
For anyone interested he does have bushings and sleeves in stock. He can be reached by phone or email.
I found his info online. He picked up when I called him;
He is in the Santa Rosa, Ca. area
1-877-PIVOTLESS (877-748-6853), or dial 707-539-2710
email us: MrPivotless@castellanodesigns.comJust curious why you went with a rigid front fork? because of the fat tire, is that a 29″?
what is the frame size?
Fox rear shock?I’ll be taking my bike to John Castellano in the near future. He lives about an hour away and has the pivots in stock. In addition, he says that the pivot itself is usually out of round, and that the bike will perform better once it is tweaked back.
I think he sells the Pivots for $30 for future reference.
Will post up after I get done with that.OK just installed 12-36 cassette 9 speed and shifters!!
Woo Hoo!!John,
I know the 99’s had 9 speed but did not know if the rear triangle needed to be widened. Now I know…
ThanksThanks Jeff.
Checking around to see if I can go from 8 to 9 sp.
I was reading that Sram 9 sp. cassettes are narrower than Deore XT 9’s and measure the same as an 8 speed cassette..Another option is a 20t Granny
I need low gears cuz I got too many years…
