Moto_GT set back

Moto_GT in errand mode

Before I get started with the 420 Frame I will share a story about the Moto_GT, between wanting to ride more and feeling like I have neglected the Moto_GT since I rebuilt it I have been trying to take it on my errand runs with an eye toward longer rides down the road

In riding the Moto_GT I noticed two issues, the brake pads had too much room to the rim and my FD cable kept going slack.

A few minutes work and I had the brake pads more snug to the rim.  The FD was another matter.

I think in retrospect the cable should be aligned with that faint indent you can see just to the right of its current position, I have always thought the alignment of both FD and RD cables at the pinch bolt could be less nebulous anyway I used a hex Y wrench rather than a screw driver to torque it down.

SNAP.  After a torrent of adult language and lamentations.  I realized that this was an opportunity,

I have been aware of tap sets as a way of removing busted bolts but have not owned or used one.  I need to be sure that the small M3 tap will work on the bolt I busted so for now this sits in my Amazon wish list but its only about $10.  It can also wait until the Job picture is clearer as I do have other bikes to ride lol.  I think I have a neighbor with one if I wanted to ask for a favor and the reality is it isn't too hard, or costly, to come by a used Suntour FD if I wanted to just straight swap it out but my inclination is to repair it and keep the original one with the bike.

Ride.Smile. Don't over torque. Repeat.