Precision Freestanding Frame Fixture
$4,100.00
New! Based on 25+ years of framebuilding experience and a lifetime of engineering and precision tool design work, this fixture incorporates a vast number of improvements over the predecessor, offered since 2008. Accommodates chainstays to 600mm*, front-center to 890mm*, 0-100mm bottom bracket drop, 0-100mm fork rake, bottom bracket widths from 68mm to 120mm, any size head tube, offset and curved seat tubes. Setup is easy with all direct measurements and no math required:
- set BB drop (built-in scale)
- set fork rake (built-in scale)
- set front center (precision scale included)
- set CS length using the same scale
- set HT and ST angles using your machinist’s protractor. Reference bars are built in.
- Set location of HT bottom
It’s that easy, under 5 minutes.
Rotates freely on the “Z” axis and lies back flat for easy setup. Machined of hard anodized aluminum and stainless steel for a lifetime of use. Fixture weighs 100 pounds, the welded steel stand is another 60 pounds. $4100 includes the heavy duty stand on casters and two dummy axles of your choice. Lead time is a few weeks. Contact me for shipping options – I can ship anywhere.
If you’re in the Northeast US or just want to come visit, stop by and “kick the tires” on this fixture!
*with 65mm bottom bracket drop. More drop means more length capability.