Next on the list was a groupset and breaks after looking around I found I could get XT for about $30 more than LX. I picked up this set on ebay for about $760.
XT Crankset XT FC-M770 44/32/22T (170mm or 175mm), Bottom bracket 68mm or 73mm compatible and spacers included
XT Shifters SL-M770 with Cables included, LEFT and RIGHT
XT Top Normal Rear Derailleur RD-M771-SGS or RD-M771-GS or RD-M772-SGS (Shadow) or RD-M772-GS (Shadow)
XT Front Derailleur FD-M771 Down swing or M770 Top swing
XT Cassette CS-M770 9-speed 11-34T or 11-32T
XT Hydraulic Disc brake set BR-M775/BL-M775, complete set, ready to be installed on your bike, ROTORS not included
XTR Chain CN-7701, 9 speed
The goodies turned up in short order, The seat and peddles I already had to put on the cell hardtail but just had not done it yet so they can go on the new bike. they were $27 and $44 respectively.
