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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 131
Posted By wheelreason

Foil goes on the colander, colander goes on the...

Foil goes on the colander, colander goes on the head. I put a little Dawn on some car wash liquid and scrub with spomge then rinse. If that doesn't get it out, then there is usually a bit of scuffing...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-26-24, 04:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 184
Posted By Liam_Lucas

To repaint your aluminum bike blue to custom...

To repaint your aluminum bike blue to custom forest green: Clean, sand, prime, paint, clear coat, and let dry completely.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 02:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 252
Posted By Duragrouch

Like Andy above, I last rebuilt an internal gear...

Like Andy above, I last rebuilt an internal gear hub 50 years ago.

Aaron's Bike repair in greater Seattle has a great web page on internal gear hubs, they do a lot of servicing on them. Scroll way...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-23-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,096
Posted By Henry III

I like Doug's fixture since I learned on that...

I like Doug's fixture since I learned on that fixture. I built my second frame on an MDF fixture and it wasn't too bad. Only issue is it's a magnet for moisture. Though it got the job done. The guy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 473
Posted By veganbikes

Why? Just get a locking headset spacer and done....

Why? Just get a locking headset spacer and done. Problem Solvers makes one: https://problemsolversbike.com/products/locking-headset-spacer and it is designed for exactly what you are doing. No need...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-23-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 218
Posted By dsaul

It's not really something you can choose. The...

It's not really something you can choose. The top is set for the desired tire clearance and then the front hub width determines the angle of the fork legs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 414
Posted By cyccommute

V-brakes and cantilever brakes are...

V-brakes and cantilever brakes are interchangeable with regards to the brake bosses. I’m rather surprised that Shimano didn’t require completely different brake bosses back in the 90s when linear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 909
Posted By Koyote

I usually just blow through the valve a bit. It...

I usually just blow through the valve a bit. It doesn't take much air.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 264
Posted By Saxicola

Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I think I...

Thanks for the suggestions everyone, I think I have some ideas. It's a shame that ceramic parts won't work on bikes, I'm a potter and could make all sorts of cool stuff if it wouldn't smash into a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 04:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 348
Posted By brooklyn_bike

the photo of the metric ruler shows 264mm and...

the photo of the metric ruler shows 264mm and there's 1-2mm missing from where the spoke snapped off at the J-bend : actual spoke length replacement is 265-266mm
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 725
Posted By Iride01

Separate them from the rim for spacing. ...

Separate them from the rim for spacing.
Separate them from the rim for wheel removal.
Separate them from their holders for replacement.


Which?

1. Usually there is a barrel adjuster on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 719
Posted By FBinNY

Finally got a chance to look more closely at the...

Finally got a chance to look more closely at the photo. While I don't know what it implies, I find it very curious that the 2 "cracks" are just about 180 degrees apart, and perfectly straight and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 206
Posted By Juan el Boricua

"Good to know. I did not consult and had...

"Good to know. I did not consult and had (incorrectly) read that repair was not as strong as new. The replacement part is sub $50 so I did not think I'd find a service provider for less but should...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 570
Posted By bboy314

Correct. You also could remove your current fork...

Correct. You also could remove your current fork and measure that if you want another point of reference. Feel free to post a picture, but I’m not sure what that will accomplish.

Also, are you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 392
Posted By bboy314

Looks like a threaded on freewheel with the cogs...

Looks like a threaded on freewheel with the cogs removed. Note the splines for a freewheel removal tool.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 06:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 768
Posted By Biker2022

When I think about biking on grassy areas with...

When I think about biking on grassy areas with hollows, I realize my dependence/reliance on the lowest gear in trying to stay upright.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 320
Posted By FBinNY

A bit of geometry might help. Any cable is...

A bit of geometry might help.

Any cable is most effective when pull an arm at 90 degrees, the same as you would be.

So, you're looking for a length that achieve that when the shoes contact...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-07-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 569
Posted By duanedr

There is a YT video of FTW doing a HT repair on a...

There is a YT video of FTW doing a HT repair on a Yeti. It seems how he approached that repair would work here. I'd be inclined to simply try to straighten it reasonably and then ream the ID round...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 221
Posted By _ForceD_

Is your shoe rubbing against the crank causing...

Is your shoe rubbing against the crank causing the squeak?

Dan
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,198
Posted By Arrowana

First upgrade should be a good set of brake pads....

First upgrade should be a good set of brake pads. Next, I'd look at compressionless brake housing. If your current set-up has a power modulator, swapping it for a standard v-brake noodle will help,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 527
Posted By Crankycrank

A Microshift R9 will work well with your...

A Microshift R9 will work well with your chainrings and 4500 shifters. Solid, uses some steel where the aluminum Shimano derailleurs failed so slightly heavier but more durable, shifts as well as any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 10:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 471
Posted By Rick

You could also go see if a local machine shop has...

You could also go see if a local machine shop has some shim stock. 1mm = .0394"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 215
Posted By veganbikes

There are zero oddballs in cycling. Nobody has...

There are zero oddballs in cycling. Nobody has even done anything proprietary and weird ever. Everything fits together perfectly all the time with zero issue ever. I don't know what you are talking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 332
Posted By FBinNY

From the description, I suspect that the wheel is...

From the description, I suspect that the wheel is slightly loose and one side is being pulled forward by the chain. The noise is likely the tire rubbing against the frame.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,405
Posted By FBinNY

I know you don't want to hear this, but a tension...

I know you don't want to hear this, but a tension meter isn't the right tool, nor is it necessary.

Start by replacing the spoke, and aligning the wheel by degrees. Be sure to add spread the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 823
Posted By FBinNY

True, but my rule is try the easy way...

True, but my rule is try the easy way until/unless it won't work. The beauty of using these (which used to be dirt cheap) is that when they work, you know that are can be reused and remover the same...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 08:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 385
Posted By Mad Honk

Getting to the table late, but there is/was a...

Getting to the table late, but there is/was a booklet published about labor rates for bikes. Try searching for James E. Asbury & Richard J. Scales For a book named: Standard Bicycle Repair...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 438
Posted By Iride01

The stack of gears on the rear axle determine...

The stack of gears on the rear axle determine where your chain line should be. So if you want good shifting to them all with equal chain angles to the high and low sprocket, then shoot for a chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 991
Posted By FBinNY

I suspect (can't know) that the issue might be...

I suspect (can't know) that the issue might be the result of unthinking frame prep, by a rank amateur mechanic.

Consider, the head tube ID (when round) is matched to the head cups. Actually...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,001
Posted By grumpus

It might be easier to use one of these ...

It might be easier to use one of these
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1000x1000/s_l1600_2__3d3ab92bd1f8fe6ee5ddee02f16c4c76871a3462.jpg
then you don't have to mess with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,008
Posted By 79pmooney

I see no issues with alcohol on a bike frame. ...

I see no issues with alcohol on a bike frame. It's when you add the wheels and handlebars that you get into trouble.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 320
Posted By Rick

Phil Wood still makes Campi square taper BBs in...

Phil Wood still makes Campi square taper BBs in the length you want.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,449
Posted By pdlamb

Of course this needs to be updated in this age of...

Of course this needs to be updated in this age of peened chain rivets; you either need 110 spare pins or 55 reusable chain links to reassemble nowadays.

:D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 689
Posted By 2old

If the system seems tight and the parts don't...

If the system seems tight and the parts don't mesh smoothly, have a good bike shop chase the threads, clean and lubricate the parts and reinstall.
Forum: Framebuilders
03-05-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 701
Posted By bulgie

Yes, some DIY-ers have "the right stuff" to...

Yes, some DIY-ers have "the right stuff" to figure this out on their own, but most don't. I wouldn't recommend trying it yourself unless you have a mentor to show you some stuff first, and/or...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-05-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 701
Posted By unterhausen

It's going to be difficult to flow silver into...

It's going to be difficult to flow silver into there because you can't clean it properly. I have had luck with brass and dirty surfaces, but that takes a real torch. The problem with not having any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 364
Posted By Biker Pete

First ride

Wow, just fantastic! I just finished cleaning greasing updating upgrading my 1975 Motobecane Grand Record. I rode the bike for about 20 years, then it sat in the basement for about 25 years. Way back...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-04-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,105
Posted By duanedr

Is that what they're using now? I stopped by...

Is that what they're using now?
I stopped by saturday and there was no one down there so they let me just hang out down there alone for like 30 min. Like my mom taught me, I kept my hands in my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 586
Posted By Krov9

My idea is that this info would be useful for...

My idea is that this info would be useful for choosing cranks and pedals and if considering going down in wheel/tire size

EDIT: Found it! Right where I should have checked first, Sheldon Brown's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,296
Posted By 79pmooney

+1 For me, the goal is a "happy wheel" that will...

+1 For me, the goal is a "happy wheel" that will give me years and thousands of miles of trouble free riding. And the mix of spoke tensions and trueness, both side to side and roundness depend on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 02:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,296
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Depends on the rim. Just run a caliper from...

Depends on the rim.
Just run a caliper from brake track to brake track on a cheap rim and you can easily see +/- 0.5mm and not always symmetrical. That can drive you nuts if you only have a "one...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,219
Posted By andrewclaus

I patch all the time, maybe a dozen per year (for...

I patch all the time, maybe a dozen per year (for two household cyclists and a klutzy buddy), but I normally don't mess with pinch flats. Just punctures.

I also volunteer at some non-profit shops...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,414
Posted By Kontact

No, he means that the manufacturer has put globs...

No, he means that the manufacturer has put globs of grease in the extrator threads.

I would assume that the grease is there to lube the threads on the crank bolts. You could also put a minimal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 679
Posted By grumpus

It used to be just a derailleur hanger, but then...

It used to be just a derailleur hanger, but then aluminium frames and a hundred different sorts of derailleur hanger emerged, and it was helpful to differentiate this from those.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,098
Posted By Chuck M

At this point, I think I would just bite the...

At this point, I think I would just bite the bullet and disassemble it and look everything over. If they are cage bearings, maybe one of them got put in bass ackwards. I put a bike together late...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,505
Posted By FBinNY

This used to be extremely common. It was used on...

This used to be extremely common. It was used on virtually all Raleigh bikes for half a century, along with many other European bikes using similar seat lugs.

Find any shop that's more than 30...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 454
Posted By 70sSanO

As I’ve aged certain tasks that are a badge of...

As I’ve aged certain tasks that are a badge of honor have sometimes become a bandage of shame.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 367
Posted By Dan Burkhart

For me, the deciding factor is how cleanly and...

For me, the deciding factor is how cleanly and neatly the loop from the levers to the down tube can be made. This can be affected by the shape and length of the handlebar, the length of the stem,and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-24, 11:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 460
Posted By Camilo

Ice affecting the chain rollers?

Ice affecting the chain rollers?
Forum: Framebuilders
02-15-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 980
Posted By bulgie

Payment in full before the frame is even started...

Payment in full before the frame is even started is not fair to the consumer. It puts all the risk on the buyer, when it should be shared to some extent. And business flows more smoothly when both...
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