Summer Project for staying in shape - GT Sanction mountain bike build

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I got a 2010 GT Sanction frame with a FOX DHX Air shock. I really didn't want an air shock. I wanted an oil filled shock with a spring in case it blows out.

Here is the new frame I am starting with. It will be torn down and powder coated. The frame will be a candied bronze, and the fork and rear arm will be matte black.

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OK...so with a bunch of help from Woody. Here is the stuff that has been purchased but just waiting on delivery. The GT Sanction frame is bought as well as the following parts. Some of the parts have changed from original plans so here is the complete, actually bought, parts:

Kenli sealed Bottom Bracket:


Shimano shifter cables:


Onza chainring bolts:


FSA Pro Road 46-36 110mm BCD, 30t 74mm BCD (I don't have a picture of the 30) chainring gears:

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Shimano SuperGlide crank:



I ditched the rims from above and good a good deal on wheels and a Manitou Sherman Firefly 130mm front fork from Woody (Shout out and big thanks!)

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HT pedals:


Venso threadless headset:


Pro adjustable steering stem:


Shimano Deore XTR rear derailleur:

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Shimano titanium 9sp rear freewheel:


Titanium brake rotor bolts:


Marin seat:


Sram SX-5 twist 3-9 shifters:

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Serfas padded handlebar ends:


Maxxis Minion front and rear tires:


Wippermann Connex 911 stainless, hollow pin chain:


I have my buddy making new decals for the bike. I am powder coating the fork, support, frame, swing arm, handlebars, crank and some other odds and ends.

I am doing the frame in a candy bronze and the rest in a matte black.

Right now I am just waiting for Santa to start delivering parts. Once they are here, I will be getting it all to powder.
I still need a seat post, but I don't know what size. I have to wait until the frame gets here before I order one.

Updates to follow...