Does a retro 26” MTB make a good gravel bike? 1994 KHS MTB Gravel Conversion

For this video I'll be converting this KHS MTB bike to a gravel bike. Also, I'll describe how I made long pull brakes work with short pull brake levers and why I still like 3x set-up's better than 1x set-up's! Park Tool – Travel agent installation and adjustment https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/r... Spec's on the bike; Size – 20” suitable for a 5'9” to 6'0” rider Frame - True Temper AVR with Delta Linear Downtube Fork - Chromoly Front Derailleur – Shimano Deore STX FD-MC33 Rear Derailleur – Shimano Deore LX RD-M567 (Date code UF = 1996) Chain - KMC HP-70s Cassette – 8 speed 11 - 28 teeth (replaced with 8 speed 11 - 32 teeth) Crankset – SR CW-AP45 175mm, 22/32/42 teeth Shifters - Shimano Deore LX Rapidfire Plus (replaced with MicroNew Brake / Gear combination) Brakeset – Rujoi Linear Handlebars - UC alloy (replaced with Saddle – KHS Selle San Marco No Slip System Seatpost – Alloy 26.8mm Wheels – WTB Speed 23 with eyelets Hubs; Rear – Shimano FH-R080 Silent Clutch (Sprag Clutch) Front – Matching Black Shimano STX Parallax Tires - WTB Primal Raptor Color – Green with gold accents Disclaimer: Due to factors beyond the control of John's Bike Restorations, it cannot guarantee against unauthorized modifications of this information, or improper use of this information. John's Bike Restorations assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. John's Bike Restorations recommends safe practices when working with power tools, electrical equipment, blunt instruments, chemicals, lubricants, or any other tools or equipment seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of John's Bike Restorations, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not John's Bike Restorations.