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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 163
Posted By Crankycrank

I'll be the second person to ask, where did you...

I'll be the second person to ask, where did you buy it from. Might help us to provide some knowledge.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 161
Posted By Crankycrank

How old are those Super Champion Rims? Not sure...

How old are those Super Champion Rims? Not sure if they have the same issue as some older Mavics but the pins holding the joint together were prone to coming slightly loose and causing an annoying...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 393
Posted By Crankycrank

Hmmm, at less than 5 cents per piece I have to...

Hmmm, at less than 5 cents per piece I have to wonder about the quality of the 304 stainless screws/washers/nuts plus you get several Allen wrenches and tweezers. Just sayin'.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 389
Posted By Crankycrank

Along with Andrew and bboy314's suggestions it...

Along with Andrew and bboy314's suggestions it could be the limit screws are not set properly to allow the derailleur to move that far or cable not adjusted properly to pull all the way. Front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 186
Posted By Crankycrank

Probably more economical to have a shop remove it...

Probably more economical to have a shop remove it but here are some choices. mallaird 24 spline freewheel removal tool - Search (bing.com)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 277
Posted By Crankycrank

Personally I prefer the presta because they're...

Personally I prefer the presta because they're easier to let the air out of when needed and also easier to find in this size but it's not all that important really.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 277
Posted By Crankycrank

Yes and yes. Beveled side goes on the outside of...

Yes and yes. Beveled side goes on the outside of the rim if yours look like these.
https://th.bing.com/th?id=OPHS.SQ0%2bqU0hToWmsQ474C474&w=592&h=550&o=5&pid=21.1
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 185
Posted By Crankycrank

First, try the new cassette with your current...

First, try the new cassette with your current derailleur as they sometimes have a little fudge room. Here is a chart that will show some compatible derailleurs if you want to switch. (4600 SS cage...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 164
Posted By Crankycrank

If the original washer is copper you can try...

If the original washer is copper you can try "annealing" it to create a better seal. How to aneal a copper washer (youtube.com)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 164
Posted By Crankycrank

Most big auto parts stores carry crush washers. I...

Most big auto parts stores carry crush washers. I would imagine some bike shops carry them as well, plenty of suspension bikes being sold these days. Not sure if it matters in this case if it's a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 20,407
Posted By Crankycrank

^^^^HG40 Shimano 6/7/8 speed chain is a lower...

^^^^HG40 Shimano 6/7/8 speed chain is a lower cost, Tourney level chain and is not a like-for-like level comparison. HG93 is an XT level chain and again, not on the same level as the XTR CM9100 12...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 20,407
Posted By Crankycrank

The 8.1 chain is KMC's lowest grade 8 speed which...

The 8.1 chain is KMC's lowest grade 8 speed which has a retail of $13 at the moment and at that price I wouldn't expect much. Try the X8 for a longer lasting chain at $20 retail.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 922
Posted By Crankycrank

Here's an option: Hirobel Frame Clamp | Jenson...

Here's an option: Hirobel Frame Clamp | Jenson USA...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 875
Posted By Crankycrank

Ha ha. Unfortunately I don't think any one of us...

Ha ha. Unfortunately I don't think any one of us can give you a definitive answer. It your current setup gives you no pain or awkwardness it's probably fine but never hurts to experiment if you want...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 281
Posted By Crankycrank

Be careful if you decide to use a flex hone on...

Be careful if you decide to use a flex hone on aluminum as it removes the alu rapidly, alot faster than a much harder steel tube.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,146
Posted By Crankycrank

Pump up the tire to max. safe pressure and...

Pump up the tire to max. safe pressure and submerge partial sections of the tire at a time in a tub or ???. I've found some near impossible leaks to spot doing this. Also, when you find the leak,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 899
Posted By Crankycrank

If you have a good base of mechanical experience...

If you have a good base of mechanical experience you can delve into the dark world of YouTube, etc. videos. I say this as some people put up scary bad instructions and advice on how to make repairs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 315
Posted By Crankycrank

As a person who has never made a mistake like...

As a person who has never made a mistake like that myself, I applaud your honesty.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 239
Posted By Crankycrank

There are/were a couple mfrs that made fenders...

There are/were a couple mfrs that made fenders that were cut into two pieces and joined by a metal bracket that allowed them to be raised above the fork and rear stay mounting points for tight...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 577
Posted By Crankycrank

I would just keep the friction shifter. It works...

I would just keep the friction shifter. It works for you, lasts forever, front shifting/trimming is not complicated so not much advantage in an indexed setup. :beer:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,369
Posted By Crankycrank

Ahh, brain fart on my part.

Ahh, brain fart on my part.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 170
Posted By Crankycrank

First off you may be able to remove the pad set...

First off you may be able to remove the pad set screws with a torx wrench as it can grab a stripped Allen head. If no luck, KoolStop for one sells a version of the Shimano holders without the fin....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,369
Posted By Crankycrank

Most bicycle levers, plastic or metal, have a...

Most bicycle levers, plastic or metal, have a hook on one end that hooks around a spoke so you can leave it, hands free, in place.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 727
Posted By Crankycrank

No, doesn't help to use any glue or vulcanizing...

No, doesn't help to use any glue or vulcanizing fluid with these. You could still use them for an emergency patch when out on a ride or offer to patch another riders tube to get them home. (Amazingly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 727
Posted By Crankycrank

Some people have better luck than others but for...

Some people have better luck than others but for me I wouldn't bother as I've never had any of the even better quality stick-on patches last as long as a permeant REMA brand patch and vulcanizing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,527
Posted By Crankycrank

Ha ha, the dreaded "friend tune-up". Been there...

Ha ha, the dreaded "friend tune-up". Been there many times. You have my sympathy but good for you for trying to fix it for them. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 902
Posted By Crankycrank

A heat gun might work but there is a much greater...

A heat gun might work but there is a much greater risk of overheating/damaging the tire and harder to get the entire tire heated before the parts already heated by the heat gun start to cool down.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 902
Posted By Crankycrank

One more thing to try is boil a pot of water,...

One more thing to try is boil a pot of water, turn off the heat and throw in the tire for around 5 minutes. Quickly start mounting it and hopefully the heat will expand the tire just a tiny bit and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,527
Posted By Crankycrank

Seems to me measuring the brake track thickness...

Seems to me measuring the brake track thickness is a good idea to at least rule it out if it's fine. If OK just sand or file it down as has been mentioned. It does look like a small dent from an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 252
Posted By Crankycrank

You might have to ask Fulcrum but seems to me to...

You might have to ask Fulcrum but seems to me to be a possible weight saving tactic where they have the steel where it's needed and not where it isn't and still functions properly. Cogs will slide on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 321
Posted By Crankycrank

+1 for posts #4 & 5. As mentioned there are a few...

+1 for posts #4 & 5. As mentioned there are a few ways to bevel/smooth the valve hole. I just take a large drill bit mounted in a drill and just turn it slowly by hand a few turns (don't even bother...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 384
Posted By Crankycrank

A few photos would help. A side shot of the bike...

A few photos would help. A side shot of the bike drivetrain in big chainring and big rear sprocket and also small-small so we can see if your chain is the correct length for one.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,432
Posted By Crankycrank

IME most chain checkers are pessimistic and using...

IME most chain checkers are pessimistic and using the ruler tells you that you can keep the chain a little longer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,432
Posted By Crankycrank

I use the chain checker tools to know when I'm...

I use the chain checker tools to know when I'm getting close to a worn chain and then a steel ruler for the final, more accurate measurement. The advantage of a chain checker is that it's quick and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 802
Posted By Crankycrank

If you mean by tire liner that it is one of the...

If you mean by tire liner that it is one of the flat prevention types that fit between the tire and tube then that could be the problem as well as the other causes mentioned. These liners tend to cut...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 577
Posted By Crankycrank

There are a few details left out from some items...

There are a few details left out from some items on the chart but in this case 8 and 9 speed are irrelevant for your old derailleur and the Claris. They can be used for both. Many Shimano derailleurs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 236
Posted By Crankycrank

Found this response from one of Hadley's sellers....

Found this response from one of Hadley's sellers. Hadley Racing Products — Cognoscenti Cycles (cognoscenti-cycles.com) (https://www.cognoscenti-cycles.com/blog/2017/2/3/hadley-racing-products)
Hi...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 577
Posted By Crankycrank

Yes, that will work. Here is a chart that will...

Yes, that will work. Here is a chart that will show some others that will also work if you're interested. Bicycle Cassettes & Drivetrains - Google Sheets...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 287
Posted By Crankycrank

Maybe Easton EA50 wheels? I'm not the big expert...

Maybe Easton EA50 wheels? I'm not the big expert on these but I don't believe they made any other models with red hubs with traditional/J Bend spoke drilling. Released maybe around 2011. Easton EA50...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 317
Posted By Crankycrank

26" tires come in various actual diameters and...

26" tires come in various actual diameters and the best way to check is look for the ISO or ETRTO (same thing, different acronyms) sizing on your rims and match the tire sizing which almost always...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 237
Posted By Crankycrank

"Shiftmate" claims their #7 adapter will work...

"Shiftmate" claims their #7 adapter will work with the 11sp Campy. shifters and 10sp Shimano Shadow derailleurs and 11sp Shimano/SRAM cassettes. Shiftmate Compatibility Charts and Choices - Jtek...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 560
Posted By Crankycrank

It looks iffy to me. Even if the bead stays...

It looks iffy to me. Even if the bead stays intact the tire wall may separate from it. I wouldn't use it as it looks like too much of a risk of a blowout failure which at the very least will cost you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 276
Posted By Crankycrank

Correct, yours is non-directional. Only the...

Correct, yours is non-directional. Only the Shimano chains with the side plate cut-out on one side are directional.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 308
Posted By Crankycrank

There are also lots of conversion kits available...

There are also lots of conversion kits available with some including everything you need including the wheels but I don't have any experience doing one of these or have any knowledge of the quality...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 613
Posted By Crankycrank

^^^Might help to recommend a way to clean/lube...

^^^Might help to recommend a way to clean/lube each one if needed. Not the same for freewheel or freehub.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 613
Posted By Crankycrank

We need to know if you have a freewheel or...

We need to know if you have a freewheel or freehub/cassette setup. I noticed most of your bikes listed were older freewheel models and Puch's were certainly more popular in the 70's-80's.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 304
Posted By Crankycrank

A photo of the parts assembled and disassembled...

A photo of the parts assembled and disassembled would help us see what's going on. Might be an incompatible headset or installed wrong or ??
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 740
Posted By Crankycrank

Far too much worry about this clamping spacer on...

Far too much worry about this clamping spacer on a CF steerer. You don't need to torque it to the same tightness as your stem. Snug it up so it stays in place and all you have to do is add your stem...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 315
Posted By Crankycrank

Post a photo of the screws as if they are just...

Post a photo of the screws as if they are just standard metric screws most hardware stores will carry them. Some I've seen have special shapes and are proprietary so a visit to the bike shop may be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,024
Posted By Crankycrank

And I'll add that you will almost always have to...

And I'll add that you will almost always have to remove some links with any chain you buy as they are usually sold in 2 or 3 generic lengths and most bikes require a different length than what is in...
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