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1995 Diamondback vertex front fork replacement
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Hi all, I'm new here and need a little assistance if possible. I've been out of the MTB scene for about ten years now and am trying to get back into it. I used to ride a Cannondale super v900 back in the late 90's and sold it in 2001. Recently I purchased a 1995 diamondback vertex with a bad front fork(manitou x-vert) for cheap$$$. What size fork is needed to get this bike functional and trail worthy again? I'm pretty certain it needs a threaded fork, but what size? (1 1/8)?? The components are all in good working order...... Would it be a waste of money to invest in this as a re-starter bike just to get going until I can afford a better bike?

thanks for any help and advice
tphillips
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As you said you need a replacement fork. Here is a link to get you started....
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/SearchResults.aspx?Search=Manitou+X-Vert
Call them up and they may be able to help ya out. Wink
Good maintenance to your Bike, can make it like the wheels are, true and smooth!
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