Originally Posted by
Attilio
I don't work on my bikes at all. In the buy vs build debate I am a 100% buy as I can't be bothered to tinker. I'd rather use the time to stretch, work out, kayak or ride more, work or just rest.
There are a few things that I have done at a shop that just does servicing, although they can source parts. They have no issue with installing parts that I have found elsewhere.
I’m not sure if it is acceptable to furnish your own components at the LBS you use or not. It may be commonplace in the industry, I have no idea.
But it might be prudent to find out if the shop will install customer supplied components, especially ones that are no longer available.
John