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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 591
Posted By FBOATSB

He also said this in that article you linked: ...

He also said this in that article you linked:

"In most bicycle applications, bearings with loose balls are preferable to those that use retainers (cages.) One-piece cranks, along with headsets,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By FBOATSB

BMX'r is Morgan Fairchild. Dunno who the robot...

BMX'r is Morgan Fairchild. Dunno who the robot is..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,861
Posted By FBOATSB

Step one take that thing completely apart and...

Step one take that thing completely apart and clean it up good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-06-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 889
Posted By FBOATSB

I Would at least rescue that Epple just because...

I Would at least rescue that Epple just because of that hilarious "aero" brake cable treatment if it were near me.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,099
Posted By FBOATSB

That was my very first thought when I saw that...

That was my very first thought when I saw that pic. They claim that part is fiber reinforced. Glad you got it sorted.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,099
Posted By FBOATSB

Is this the piece you need? Part #2848A, ~$22 ...

Is this the piece you need? Part #2848A, ~$22
Amazon even sells them.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/900x780/2848a_001_906bf44de7c4a5a08e34af66420b3da4c0e40b33.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,099
Posted By FBOATSB

Limited lifetime warranty means there are limits...

Limited lifetime warranty means there are limits to the warranty and they determine those limits.
ETA: I looked up their warranty Here (https://www.parktool.com/en-us/form/warranty) and this is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 741
Posted By FBOATSB

Thanks but when I say a couple laps around the...

Thanks but when I say a couple laps around the block in my neighborhood means maybe 100-150 yards, 5 mins of slow rolling tops. No potholes, curbs, just smooth tarmac. My standard test ride. My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 917
Posted By FBOATSB

That's an adjustable hammer. (Old work joke)

That's an adjustable hammer.
(Old work joke)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 741
Posted By FBOATSB

I have been able to make that bead line even out...

I have been able to make that bead line even out by lowering air pressure to just about 30 psi or so making it good and squirmy and slowly ride around the block a couple times to even it out. That's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 278
Posted By FBOATSB

What's got me confused is this Ebay...

What's got me confused is this Ebay...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 278
Posted By FBOATSB

Cool bike, welcome to bike forums. Appears to me...

Cool bike, welcome to bike forums. Appears to me like that possibly started life as a muscle bike with a banana seat and "stingray" bars noting freewheel and no derailer. No idea about the brand,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 917
Posted By FBOATSB

The last time I needed a couple flanged axle nuts...

The last time I needed a couple flanged axle nuts I stopped at a bike shop 40 miles from home because I was working in that city at the time. He had a well stocked parts cabinet and I got to pet the...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-31-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 611
Posted By FBOATSB

Cool. The Classic & Vintage...

Cool. The Classic & Vintage (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/) forum would be interested in those pics.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 848
Posted By FBOATSB

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x853/w0q19yuopdb71_35e893224c2c1a1417117625df1dfbb7beb1d3ec.jpg
/thread
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 544
Posted By FBOATSB

There is a thread in here somewhere a couple guys...

There is a thread in here somewhere a couple guys were arguing about the possibility of a clicking star nut if it loosens up. I don't know, something easy to check anyway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 795
Posted By FBOATSB

I would verify whether those stick on the tube or...

I would verify whether those stick on the tube or the rim strip before using but anything that helps against stem abrasion/failure can't be bad can it?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-30-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 361
Posted By FBOATSB

Yup, my rock bottom occured roughly 35 years ago...

Yup, my rock bottom occured roughly 35 years ago so I don't even think about it very often.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-29-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 655
Posted By FBOATSB

Those gas savers are a treat in a shop with many...

Those gas savers are a treat in a shop with many work stations but I believe they are fuel gas specific due to the pilot light tip.At home I would just have a lit candle within arms reach to light up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 432
Posted By FBOATSB

Pics, just by attempting to post, automatically...

Pics, just by attempting to post, automatically go to your gallery....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 620
Posted By FBOATSB

Op's front brake (from their gallery):...

Op's front brake (from their gallery):...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 05:11 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By FBOATSB

Joan Fulton. As per HERE...

Joan Fulton. As per HERE (https://ridesabike.com/tag/joan-fulton/) The text even tells what it says on the mudguard. :thumb:
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
08-22-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 353
Posted By FBOATSB

“Unless expressly permitted by supplemental...

“Unless expressly permitted by supplemental terms, our sites and services are intended for general audiences 18 years of age and older, and access or use by anyone younger is not authorized."...
Forum: Southwest Regional Rides and Events
08-21-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By FBOATSB

Welcome to Bike Forums. Have you checked in the...

Welcome to Bike Forums. Have you checked in the regional subforum for your area?
https://www.bikeforums.net/southwest/
There are some threads in there regarding group rides.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 346
Posted By FBOATSB

Because of their hourglass shape, I think the...

Because of their hourglass shape, I think the front & back corners even stick out a little further than the spindle. Never been a issue for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 346
Posted By FBOATSB

More foot contact for more comfort for those of...

More foot contact for more comfort for those of us with wonky knees, ankles, and nerve damage. Get the pins. Sort of like multiple hand positions on drop bars.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 343
Views: 13,710
Posted By FBOATSB

Ha! This comment reminds me of a discussion I had...

Ha! This comment reminds me of a discussion I had with a couple of automotive service techs. One dealer, one aftermarket. Rear tires were tilting outward so bad on the bottoms it was causing bad tire...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-24, 07:07 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,013
Posted By FBOATSB

https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discuss...

https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1134909-presta-valve-caps-uncool-what.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 753
Posted By FBOATSB

Looks like minor adjustments are in order. Wonder...

Looks like minor adjustments are in order. Wonder if swapping parts from a larger frame to a smaller frame might simply benefit from a shorter hanger.
Forum: Introductions
08-08-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 601
Posted By FBOATSB

Yes! Just keep doing that. It automatically goes...

Yes! Just keep doing that. It automatically goes to your gallery. Here is the link to your gallery. https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/34894385
Forum: Introductions
08-07-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 601
Posted By FBOATSB

You have only one photo in your gallery right now...

You have only one photo in your gallery right now we can see. You could easily load your gallery with pics then get your post count up in no time over in the touring forum.
We like stories.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,748
Posted By FBOATSB

https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discuss...

https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1149949-thank-you-your-kindness-support.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-24, 08:28 AM
Replies: 343
Views: 13,710
Posted By FBOATSB

QFT. If it's all about "The Peloton™", then why...

QFT.
If it's all about "The Peloton™", then why has disc brakes, TAs, tubeless become so common in racing. Mountain, Down hill, CX, Gravel, Road, whatevah.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,021
Posted By FBOATSB

Sure, they have a build a bike program for inner...

Sure, they have a build a bike program for inner city kids, organized rides, but anybody can go there and do whatever learning or teaching. Or just rummaging through parts bins. I haven't been there...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,021
Posted By FBOATSB

From Greenwood it's not too much of a stretch to...

From Greenwood it's not too much of a stretch to go down to the COOP down in Columbus.
https://www.bikeco-op.org/
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,021
Posted By FBOATSB

Indianapolis eh? Which COOP is closed. I've...

Indianapolis eh? Which COOP is closed. I've always gone to freewheelin down on Central Ave. Last I checked they were still going. Grey goat has two locations last I checked. The Northside shop is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 309
Posted By FBOATSB

It does appear they will build you a Master. Did...

It does appear they will build you a Master. Did you happen to check out the max weight of bike, rider, and load? That would rule me out:o
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 847
Posted By FBOATSB

How about a live stink bug? Found in an old...

How about a live stink bug?
Found in an old three speed with the standard open ended seat pin. When I pulled the BB out it came and said "Dahell?"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 13,710
Posted By FBOATSB

+1 I'm not an engineer, but I have ridden on a...

+1
I'm not an engineer, but I have ridden on a train. And the days of me walking into the LBS and buying a new bike are a faint memory. Seems to me these TA hubs are a delightful way to fasten...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By FBOATSB

Linda Carter🥰

Linda Carter🥰
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 779
Posted By FBOATSB

Hi Kate, welcome. Here is a link to your Photo...

Hi Kate, welcome.
Here is a link to your Photo gallery (https://www.bikeforums.net/g/album/34802881) Your pics automatically go there.
Roll that very cool bike out into the sun and take some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 5,851
Posted By FBOATSB

I claim this as the ultimate nerdy grocery...

I claim this as the ultimate nerdy grocery getter....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 370
Posted By FBOATSB

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 15,287,454
Posted By FBOATSB

Reported Item

FBOATSB (https://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=380471) has also reported this item.

Reason:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-26-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By FBOATSB

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x581/39974443_1848975441862784_3312422277827526656_n_d4e49a1f2f5b5c49f6772479d515eec45e1e5e67.jpg
Had to pay $1 fine before the magistrate...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,135
Posted By FBOATSB

About a couple years ago many hundreds of Cobb...

About a couple years ago many hundreds of Cobb saddles were donated to Goodwill at several different localities. I suspected directly from Cobb. They were reselling those things in bulk and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-23, 03:59 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,376
Posted By FBOATSB

Just a few whacks with a hammer will mushroom the...

Just a few whacks with a hammer will mushroom the threads making it extremely unlikely. You would need an angle grinder just like any serious bike thief has on hand any way. Thieves are gonna get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-23, 12:37 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,376
Posted By FBOATSB

This: ...

This:
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/600x600/oatey_pipe_hangers_33581_64_600_5c9912f59b712aecb0d2dc6a9f06a3005934dc91.jpg

Available any size they make pipe, at Most any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,133
Posted By FBOATSB

​​​​​​I've bought and used three of those so far,...

​​​​​​I've bought and used three of those so far, they're great for what they are, all steel, strong as hell, good black paint. I wish they came in chrome.
ETA: I see the cycle babac link says it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,024
Posted By FBOATSB

Can't be serious. Surely there is a toll free...

Can't be serious.
Surely there is a toll free number/email address right there on product? :innocent:
SDS for product is public information?:innocent:
If you had just included the brand name of...
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