Split seat tube on a Scott
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Split seat tube on a Scott
Postby Wazza » Wed Dec 05, 2007 9:11 pm
Well I have just introduced myself and now I am asking for some help! My son has a 56cm Scott Expert (2004 - ally - road) which I rode over the weekend. While I was riding, I noticed that I was slowly sinking. I got home and found that the seat tube had split in front. The split is about 25mm (1") long and it starts from the top down. I have contacted a couple of dealers and as I was not the original owner, the warranty is voided. The bike shops have said that the tube cannot be repaired and to throw the frame away. I am loathed to do that so I am looking for some help. I had thought of welding however I was told that as the frame is heat treated, the welds will not hold. Has anyone out there got any suggestions????
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Postby Kalgrm » Wed Dec 05, 2007 10:11 pm
However, it could be cheaper to simply get another frame and swap all your components over.
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Postby McPete » Wed Dec 05, 2007 10:41 pm
You might also try the guys at cycleunderground, they do frame repairs and resprays at what seem to be reasonable rates. $30 freight each way too.
Although, I can smell a nice steel frame somewhere up ahead
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Postby Wazza » Thu Dec 06, 2007 6:07 am
McPeteMcPete wrote:EDIT: Sorry, looks like they only do steel!
You might also try the guys at 'cycleunderground' they do frame repairs and resprays at what seem to be reasonable rates. $30 freight each way too.
Although, I can smell a nice steel frame somewhere up ahead
Not sure what will be in order, their website says repair waiting time is out to March 08.
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I will have to talk to the LBS about options. I am looking at the 'new' frame suggestion
On another note, I saw an old steel frame bike at a garage sale made by 'Guthrie Bros', any ideas?
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Postby Wazza » Thu Dec 06, 2007 2:17 pm
Finally worked out how to post a link, still working on the photos though.
I have attached a link to a photo showing the crack on the seat tube.
Split tube As you can see it certainly has happened in an unusual place .
MG,
Thanks for the info, I have tried Scott direct about the warranty issue so I will see how I go. If no joy I will give Joe Cosgrove a call.
Cheers
Waz
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Postby Kalgrm » Thu Dec 06, 2007 5:35 pm
Out of interest, how much seat post is inside the frame? That sort of damage looks like what I would expect if the bottom of the seat post was higher than the bottom of the top tube, allowing the post to place extra leverage on the clamp area. See my highly technical drawing below:
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Postby Mulger bill » Thu Dec 06, 2007 10:30 pm
Gripsport do some fine work on ally repairs, I had a good yarn with the bloke and saw some of his repairs when Princess me MTB was in for a powder coat. Recommended.
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Postby Wazza » Sat Dec 08, 2007 6:41 am
Correct about the clamping method! Give that man a cigar. Hope you are right about the warranty.It looks like the frame acts as a clamp (bolt at the rear of seat tube). If it has split there, it would definitely be a warranty job were you eligible for it.
I measured the seatpost last night 270mm and I had ~130mm down the tube and 140mm exposed. So I would imagine that the leverage would be further down the tube well below the top tube. Nice drawing by the wayOut of interest, how much seat post is inside the frame? That sort of damage looks like what I would expect if the bottom of the seat post was higher than the bottom of the top tube, allowing the post to place extra leverage on the clamp area.
Thanks Shaun, its good to get a recommendation from this sort of forum. I tried googling a number on Thurs but no luck. Do you have any contact details? Although I will try the Brisvegas guy that MG mentioned first as they are closer to home.Gripsport do some fine work on ally repairs, I had a good yarn with the bloke and saw some of his repairs when Princess me MTB was in for a powder coat. Recommended.
Thank you to all for your input, I guess now I'll wait for a reply from SCOTT. Once i receive that I'll let everyone know
Waz
(Raining at the moment - no ride today)
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Um, are you saying you actually check what you've written? That surprises me .....europa wrote:I'm a fast typist, it's sorting out all the typos that takes the time
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I'm a fantastic typer, just a lousy proof readerKalgrm wrote:Um, are you saying you actually check what you've written? That surprises me .....europa wrote:I'm a fast typist, it's sorting out all the typos that takes the time
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