Lightcarbon LCE930 Custom Build - DV8

[Sayonara]

Found this listing for the same wheelset but little cheaper and cheaper postage but only few sells and new store. Shipped from same place apparently.

Never used aliexpress before so I think I will use the more popular one to be safe.

€77.99 8%OFF | Custom Built Mountain bike wheelset 27.5/29 inchs Duroc 30/35 Tubeless Ready rim XM490pro Hub 8-11S Microspline 12S MTB wheel

Maßgeschneiderter Mountainbike-Laufradsatz 27,5/29 Zoll Duroc 30/35 Tubeless Ready Felge XM490pro Nabe 8-11S Microspline 12S MTB-Rad - AliExpress 18

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[sandnap]

Oh that's interesting quite a big difference to me. Seen in the photos. However if I go to the same shops listing about the same wheel but boosted option and there you can choose black hub with black spokes for the same price

That is interesting. All hub color and spoke options are the same price in the US.

I just recently started buying from aliexpress too and so far I have had good luck. It is probably wise to do business with reputable shops. I have seen some pricing from new shops that is very hard to believe.

 

[sandnap]

Build review video added to the original post and below.

 

[sandnap]

Now if the trails would kindly dry up I'll put up a ride review!

 

[Sayonara]

Watched all your vids regarding this build. I think I will paint my bike as well. thanks for showing the process.

Where did you get your brake rotors and dropper post lever with the bearing?

 

[sandnap]

Watched all your vids regarding this build. I think I will paint my bike as well. thanks for showing the process.

Where did you get your brake rotors and dropper post lever with the bearing?

I bought the new lever from aliexpress, 4.9 star reviews and on sale for a great price:

ZTTO Bicycle Dropper Seatpost Remote Wire Control MTB Mountain Road Bike Seat Tube Switch Height Cable Adjustable Lever

I had one of the brake rotors on hand and I purchased the other rotor from Amazon. I believe they are both Bucklos brand. I have the same brand on my other ebike and I don't have any complaints.

 

[Freda]

Build review video added to the original post and below.

I had same issue with installing the motor and holding the two spacers in place. I ended up filing down the non-drive side spacer flange. Makes it much easier to install since the drive side spacer stays relatively good in place and I can put the other spacer there when the bolt is half way through. When everything is in place the flange has no function anyways.

 

[brbr]

Build review video added to the original post and below.

These Fu$**$!? spacers I had to disassemble the motor several times and these spacers makes me crazy.

Regarding the dropper post line, you can route it under the motor and by the back! I had to change the cable and I did like that to avoid removing the motor, it's not great, but it works

 

[sandnap]

Dang, both great ideas @Freda & @brbr. I think I'll try both! That will eliminate two of the annoyances.

 

[crustafur]

These Fu$**$!? spacers I had to disassemble the motor several times and these spacers makes me crazy.

Regarding the dropper post line, you can route it under the motor and by the back! I had to change the cable and I did like that to avoid removing the motor, it's not great, but it works

Probably the wrong space for this, but since its being talked about...I'll add what I did with the spacers to make the motor install MUCH easier. I used a sliver of painters tape, stuck it to the ID of the shouldered spacer with about an equal amount of tape hanging out of it. Then I mounted the spacer in the frame and stuck the section of tape I left hanging out to the frame and folded downward getting a nice tight hold. Hope that makes sense!

 

[8Grunf]

It's not safe to run the external brake hose through the fork slider, but the bike is nice anyway.

 

[sandnap]

It's not safe to run the external brake hose through the fork slider, but the bike is nice anyway.

Thanks! Yeah I am not fond of the internal head tube cable routing but I'll deal with it because so far I love everything else. I will be disassembling it and checking for wear more often that I might if it was traditional frame routing, at least until I am confident that it isn't wearing down the cables.

 

[sandnap]

Probably the wrong space for this, but since its being talked about...I'll add what I did with the spacers to make the motor install MUCH easier. I used a sliver of painters tape, stuck it to the ID of the shouldered spacer with about an equal amount of tape hanging out of it. Then I mounted the spacer in the frame and stuck the section of tape I left hanging out to the frame and folded downward getting a nice tight hold. Hope that makes sense!

Another great idea. You are right, these types of tips should probably be in the general LCE930 thread for maximum exposure.

 

[8Grunf]

Thanks! Yeah I am not fond of the internal head tube cable routing but I'll deal with it because so far I love everything else. I will be disassembling it and checking for wear more often that I might if it was traditional frame routing, at least until I am confident that it isn't wearing down the cables. Luckily if the rear brake fails there is always the front brake to make a terrifying situation slightly less terrifying.

I didn't explain myself, I apologize for my English but I meant the passage of the front brake hose to the caliper

 

[TobyB]

Good to know about the run, I think I’ll insulate my cables that run inside. For the rear brake I’m going to try to run the rear brake on the outside, I bought some adhesive cable guides from Amazon. I’m not sure how it will perform but I’ll give them a try.

 

[un..inc]

I didn't explain myself, I apologize for my English but I meant the passage of the front brake hose to the caliper

THIS is what he means...
It doesn't belong on the OUTSIDE of the stanchion!
it has to remain inside - towards the wheel.

 

[sandnap]

Thanks @8Grunf and @un..inc for catching and explaining that. I am not sure how I missed that. I will re-route it.

 

[sandnap]

I finally had an opportunity for a short trail ride. Unfortunately the ground was soft so I had to take it easy. The trail I took is a steady, rocky climb with switchbacks.

Powerwise it's about what I expected. It helped me out a lot but I was winded at the top of the climb. It likes a higher cadence than I am used to. My full power emtb has a lot more power overall but especially at a lower cadence.

It feels very very similar but noticeably slacker than my Specialized enduro carbon.

I am looking forward to drier trails so that I can wring it out a bit more.

 

[Mannolo9]

My LCE930 Build is underway!

Thanks to Lightcarbon for providing such a well built frame! It looked flawless on the inside and outside.

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The Components:

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The total build cost is 3117.89 USD including shipping, taxes, etc.. The anticipated weight is 19.47kg -> Actual weight is 19.77kg.

Part I, Paint is complete:

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Watch me paint!


Part II, Assembly is complete:


Part III, Build review:

do you use specific tyres for emtb?

 

[sandnap]

do you use specific tyres for emtb?

Some tire brands offer emtb specific tires but I believe the majority of riders (including myself) use regular mtb tires with a thick downhill/enduro casing. I went with lighter casing and I hope I don't regret it. I will be installing Cushcore inserts which should help.

 

[Mannolo9]

Some tire brands offer emtb specific tires but I believe the majority of riders (including myself) use regular mtb tires with a thick downhill/enduro casing. I went with lighter casing and I hope I don't regret it. I will be installing Cushcore inserts which should help.

Thanks for your comment!!!

 

[Mannolo9]

My LCE930 Build is underway!

Thanks to Lightcarbon for providing such a well built frame! It looked flawless on the inside and outside.

View attachment 133339

The Components:

View attachment 133340

The total build cost is 3117.89 USD including shipping, taxes, etc.. The anticipated weight is 19.47kg -> Actual weight is 19.77kg.

Part I, Paint is complete:

View attachment 133342

Watch me paint!


Part II, Assembly is complete:


Part III, Build review:

Do you recommend some specific painting brand? And do you have to apply something before painting and after that?

 

[sandnap]

Do you recommend some specific painting brand? And do you have to apply something before painting and after that?

The frame came painted in matte black. I roughed up the paint with some 800 grit sandpaper and wiped it down with alcohol before applying the paint.

The paint and clearcoat I used:

 

[Mannolo9]

The frame came painted in matte black. I roughed up the paint with some 800 grit sandpaper and wiped it down with alcohol before applying the paint.

The paint and clearcoat I used:
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Such processes of roughness was very detailed? I mean , did you do it for all the frame even for small corners?

 

[Ksem07]

The frame came painted in matte black. I roughed up the paint with some 800 grit sandpaper and wiped it down with alcohol before applying the paint.

You mean UD Matte black? Did you use any primer?

 

[sandnap]

You mean UD Matte black? Did you use any primer?

I didn't use any primer and I hope I don't regret it.

 

[sandnap]

Such processes of roughness was very detailed? I mean , did you do it for all the frame even for small corners?

As well as I could. It was not as bad as I thought it would be though, it went pretty fast.

 

[Ksem07]

I didn't use any primer and I hope I don't regret it.

It certainly looks good, i’ll give you that!
I just hope it will last. In most cases, paint won’t adhere well without primer, so more likely to chip or peel off. Good thing you sanded for a smooth surface though.

 

[sandnap]

It certainly looks good, i’ll give you that!
I just hope it will last. In most cases, paint won’t adhere well without primer, so more likely to chip or peel off. Good thing you sanded for a smooth surface though.

Thanks! Yeah I have been painting vehicles for quite a while. I took my chances in order to avoid painting the black and gray areas. If it doesn't stick I'll be redoing it which won't be a big deal.

 

[Mannolo9]

As well as I could. It was not as bad as I thought it would be though, it went pretty fast.

sorry for making a lot of question, but it is my first time with DIY mtb project... so, last Question; did you take all the bearings out? or you just did cover them with the blue tape?