Re-De-Constructing the Re-Purposed Bike

The object of this project is to return my Giant Escape 1 to it's original configuration.  This is possibble because I saved and stored all the original bits and pieces.

In Monday's post, you saw the bike on the service stand, wheels off, and ready for the heavy work.  I described the work that was to be done on the wheels.  If you look back at the picture of the bike in that stae, you will see the following

• A Shimano Deore 8-speed rear derailler
• An Origin8 seatpost, supporting a Brooks B-17 saddle
• A replacement stem (which fits the clamp diameter of the bars
• A set of road "drop" bars
• A Shimano 8-speed cassette (to match the heavy loads involved in my commuting)
• Various other accessories

In the picture below, you will see that some work has been done.

Work has begun...

The conversion seatpost, stem, bars, shifters, brake levers, cables, pedals, and accessories have been removed.  Then, without all the stuff attached, the frame was detail cleaned.  Additionally, the chain has been removed for deep cleaning and lubrication.

The Shimano rear derailler has been replaced with the original SRAM X4 unit.  The headset was cleaned and re-lubricated.  The original pedals, seatpost and stem have been installed.

Coming back up...

Here you see the original pedals, saddle, handlebars, and controls installed.  The bike is ready for a complete re-string.  Once that has been done, the wheels will be installed, and the bike will be tuned.

Ready to ride!

Presto!  A clean, shiney bike in the form that Giant originally intended.  Most of the parts have little, or no wear on them.

By now, some may be wondering what my intention is for this bike.  Simple.  I plan to sell it.  I've finished with my need for an "interim commuter," and had all the fun that this project could afford me.  This is a fun bike, in just this form, and this project has demonstrated just how versatile and capable this machine can be.