How to mount TA bottle cage
This question is for those who worked in bike shops back in the day. What is the trick to mounting a TA bottle cage while using the original bolt? Do I just need to apply a more liberal use of foul language to get it to reach?
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Try holding everything together and pinchig the "ears" with a pair of pliers and see if that give you a few threads to work with.
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Originally Posted by beech333
(Post 23219567)
This question is for those who worked in bike shops back in the day. What is the trick to mounting a TA bottle cage while using the original bolt? Do I just need to apply a more liberal use of foul language to get it to reach?
A slightly more productive method might be to use a longer bolt to get everything "settled" into place, and then replace it with the T.A. bolt. This will help get the "ears" properly bent into the final shape. I've struggled with this myself, especially with the handlebar cage. While there aren't really issues with just using a longer generic bolt, it is nice to use the intended bolt. I do like the T.A. Criterium cage. Very simple mount and very effective. No plastic bits to get old and brittle either. https://live.staticflickr.com/4053/4...2584f8_c_d.jpg Steve in Peoria |
Originally Posted by Bianchigirll
(Post 23219571)
Try holding everything together and pinchig the "ears" with a pair of pliers and see if that give you a few threads to work with.
I did some digging around and also found out that some came with some sort of plastic insert to presumably protect the frame. I imagine those being even worse. So far, I think I have mounted 4 of those cages, and I got a longer bolt for all of them. |
If I run into an old frame that has no collector value and no water bottle bosses, I just drill it and insert some riv-nuts.
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I suspect some of these clips were made for French diameter tubing. The difference in circumference (28mm vs 28.6mm) is about 3mm. I had to use a longer bolt to fit mine.
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Originally Posted by beech333
(Post 23219592)
Yeah, I tried that.
I did some digging around and also found out that some came with some sort of plastic insert to presumably protect the frame. I imagine those being even worse. So far, I think I have mounted 4 of those cages, and I got a longer bolt for all of them. I've always just started with a longer bolt and then refitted the original bolt, same as with most clamps for two-bolt cages. My favorite by far is the REG cage with spring latch and two integral clamps, which seem easier to install. |
get a longer bolt and use that to squeeze the ears of the bracket together
then re-install the original if you can make it fit I do not care for this type of clamp. you might line the inside surface of the clamp with clear tape trimmed to shape /markp |
I use a longer bolt and then leave the longer bolt place because (1) I'm lazy and (2) by the time I've managed to install the cage I've had enough fun for one day.
As for the appropriate language for cursing, French won't get it done because, even if you are calling someone the most unholy of unholies seven times over, it sounds like suave dinner conversation or a smooth seduction when said in French. Anglo-Saxon has always worked for me. The trick is to come up with new combinations and variations. |
I use one of these on my vintage rides. Never leaves a scratch.
Those old TA and Reg cages mar frames endlessly. Universal Cycles -- SKS Anywhere Velocage Strap Mount Bottle Cage [11569] |
Originally Posted by steelbikeguy
(Post 23219591)
I recommend cursing in French... although I haven't really tried that myself.
A slightly more productive method might be to use a longer bolt to get everything "settled" into place, and then replace it with the T.A. bolt. This will help get the "ears" properly bent into the final shape. I've struggled with this myself, especially with the handlebar cage. While there aren't really issues with just using a longer generic bolt, it is nice to use the intended bolt.
Originally Posted by Brad L
(Post 23219609)
I suspect some of these clips were made for French diameter tubing. The difference in circumference (28mm vs 28.6mm) is about 3mm. I had to use a longer bolt to fit mine.
Originally Posted by roadcrankr
(Post 23219746)
I use one of these on my vintage rides. Never leaves a scratch.
Those old TA and Reg cages mar frames endlessly. Universal Cycles -- SKS Anywhere Velocage Strap Mount Bottle Cage [11569] |
Originally Posted by beech333
(Post 23219753)
That mount would look a bit too off for a late 60's bike. It came to me repainted, and I have never been a fan of repainted bikes. I rather like that I am adding a few chips/scratches to the paint. I won't mind if the cages leave a bit of patina.
Works well for the occasional vintage ride. Then, off it comes. Gotta hydrate! |
Originally Posted by roadcrankr
(Post 23219801)
I mostly agree, except that I can remove the cage in seconds.
Works well for the occasional vintage ride. Then, off it comes. Gotta hydrate! |
Originally Posted by kroozer
(Post 23220037)
Kind of like strap-on LED lights: they work great, on and off in seconds, plus you only need one set for your entire fleet. The only problem with that cage is that it will be visible during the daytime.
No modern lights, clothing, helmet. Must ride toeclips and Detto Pietros. Plus, old leaky water bottles and Silca frame pump. All in jest, of course, but one must draw the line somewhere! :50: |
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