converting gears to single speed

[millagorilla]

i've got a voodoo hardtail frame with parts off a bighit comp... it's running a derailler and chain guide and i'm thinking about converting it to single speed. what's involved with that? parts needed? cost? and what a good gear ratio to go with?

[TIMOH]

I'm fairly sure if you searched you would have came up with something :)
Your going to need a SS kit/or cassette spacers.You may also need a chain tensioner depending on tension. Lots of people like 32:16, but its personal preference. Just have a go at different ratios.

[millagorilla]

yep found enough for some inspiration. thanks for that.

if i don't have a horizontal dropout do i have to use some sort of tensioning device rather than running the chain straight round?

[TIMOH]

You could try and run it without a chain tensioner, by changing ratios to get a good tension, but if you can't find a good tension you like you will have to run a chain tensioner.

[alchemist]

Read this (http://www.mtbr.com/faq/ssfaq.shtml) .

[millagorilla]

Thanks that told me everything i need to know. Cheers

[Jacko Wacko]

Whilst I agree with you, next time, say it nicer or it will be you in the shit.

johnny.