Help with OZ frame build-up

[Willie_B]

I just got an OZ frame off ebay. I have a 856 to use as a guide, but I would like some input on the size of various parts needed for this frame. Such as the bottom bracket, front derailuer, etc. I cannot justify new parts at the moment so any ideas on some good quality used parts that I may want to be on the look out for, and ones to avoid also. I was unable to get the carbon fork so I will be looking for something there too. Thanks for the help, Brad.

[Thunderchild]

It might be worth it to put a quality headset on it.  I have FSA Orbit XL II headsets on my Oz, 5000, 756, KHS, and already have a new one for my EVO.  They often go for less than $40-50 on ebay.  Sometimes in the $30 range.  They use cartridge bearings and are as good as Chris King headsets in my opinion. 

Here is one for $32 + $4 for shipping=$36

http://cgi.ebay.com/FSA-Orbit-XLII-Threadless-Headset-MTB-BMX-DH-FR-XL-2_W0QQitemZ180316314832QQcmdZViewItemQQptZCycling_Parts_Accessories?hash=item180316314832&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A1%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

 

Thunderchild

[Colin]

Looks Great! I've got a similar frame I hope to build up for this season.

Here's the details that I have gathered for my OzM

OzM       
Rear Shock Length Min/Max:   209mm   157mm – 235mm (hit points) safe is 160-230mm  Ratio 1:2.63
Seatpost:         27.2mm    
SeatPost Tube clamp:      31.8mm (& Flanged to stop it slipping down)
Handlebars:         25.4mm (1”)   500mm (20”) wide
Bottom Bracket:   ES70/71    73 x 113mm      
Downtube (derailleur):      bottom pull, top swing, 31.8mm front derailleur
Headtube:         123mm plus headset = 155mm
Top Tube Length (Centre of Seat tube to centre of Headtube):   Medium 540mm; Large 570mm.
Weight:         Frame (inc Headset): 1447g    Swing Arm: 1068g   Total: 2515g
         Complete Bike   11.5Kg/25.3lb

In addition, have a look on:
http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/Bikes.aspx?Year=1999&Brand=K2

Col.

[jeffhop]

ive got a nice swinger 4 way air shock (215mm i2i) sat in my spares box doing nowt complete with tf tuned shock bushes to fit an oz, im open to sensible offers from anyone who fancies it in the uk.

[shovelon]

It might be worth it to put a quality headset on it.  I have FSA Orbit XL II headsets on my Oz, 5000, 756, KHS, and already have a new one for my EVO.  They often go for less than $40-50 on ebay.  Sometimes in the $30 range.  They use cartridge bearings and are as good as Chris King headsets in my opinion. 

Here is one for $32 + $4 for shipping=$36

http://cgi.ebay.com/FSA-Orbit-XLII-Threadless-Headset-MTB-BMX-DH-FR-XL-2_W0QQitemZ180316314832QQcmdZViewItemQQptZCycling_Parts_Accessories?hash=item180316314832&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=66%3A2%7C65%3A1%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318

 

Thunderchild

I agree. I seem to have destroyed the cane creek headset in my Oz. I did the same on my 957, and elongated the lower area on the headtube until it was loose. The fix was an FSA orbit extreme Deep Cup, which I will do on all my bikes from here on.

My Oz is getting an Acros deep cup headset as soon as I gather some time to attack that chore.