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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 145
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Nope. One side has left hand threads and one...

Nope. One side has left hand threads and one doesn't.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Actually I'm only 76, but going on.... 2 years...

Actually I'm only 76, but going on....
2 years ago, my lung capacity was only 28% of a "normal" 70 yo.
I was a shipyard Boilermaker and used to grind asbestos. I did quit cigs 3 years ago after...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I Googled "Ride1Up Core5" However, when I do it...

I Googled "Ride1Up Core5"
However, when I do it again, I find 45T so I'll believe your 46. Specifications are usually subject to change/ availability etc. Maybe a different year?
Ring size will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Looking at the bike spec's, that has pedal assist...

Looking at the bike spec's, that has pedal assist up to 28MPH.
Are you mechanical disc brakes up to the task of stopping you in a panic situation?
Have you actually practiced a few high speed panic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I didn't say the 34T wouldn't work. I said you...

I didn't say the 34T wouldn't work. I said you might not need it any more with the street tires since they geared you down through their smaller diameter.

STAYS- Those skinny things that connect...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

A larger chain ring may not offer adequate...

A larger chain ring may not offer adequate clearance to the chain stay.
Do you still need the 34T cog? Maybe an 11-32 or even an 11-28 with full assist on the 28T if needed?
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 594
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Maybe post a couple/few pictures of the Rear cog...

Maybe post a couple/few pictures of the Rear cog area?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Top & Low sprockets refer to actual size. Many...

Top & Low sprockets refer to actual size. Many "road" RDER's won't handle cogs much greater than 30T

Chain wrap (max capacity) is that difference (34-11) + the difference between largest &...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 389
Posted By Bill Kapaun

"On paper", you'll need 1/2" more chain length. ...

"On paper", you'll need 1/2" more chain length.
Typically, we put the chain on the largest ring & cog and make sure we have at least 1" excess.
Since you don't have any front shifting, I'd be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 872
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Repeatedly going out of true indicates uneven...

Repeatedly going out of true indicates uneven spoke tensions.
Your extra weight just helps them find equilibrium faster.
Pay a shop to TENSION & true.
ELSE-
Most people can differentiate a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 01:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 248
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Get high strength-...

Get high strength-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 248
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Aren't they just a counter sunk screw? Look for...

Aren't they just a counter sunk screw?
Look for a shop that specializes in threaded fasteners.
I don't know your size-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 719
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is the chain routed correctly through the RDER? ...

Is the chain routed correctly through the RDER?
Look at another bike to compare.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 01:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 266
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Add any spacing to the NDS and then dish as...

Add any spacing to the NDS and then dish as needed to center the wheel in the frame.
You don't want to add spacing to the DS because that changes the relationship between the cassette and the RDER.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 209
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I originally had the same set up on my hybrid and...

I originally had the same set up on my hybrid and basically had little use for the largest ring.
Since my bike (at the time) used a common British sq. taper BB, I got a (then) very common 22-32-44...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 352
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You didn't post your location, but some...

You didn't post your location, but some communities have "Bike Kitchens" or "Bike Co ops" (Cooperatives) where you can get repair help used but serviceable parts etc.
They'll help diagnose and show...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 608
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Ideally, you want the end of the spoke flush with...

Ideally, you want the end of the spoke flush with the screw driver slot, when tensioned up.
The barrel of the nipple is just an assembly aid. The head of the nipple is the "nut", or tension bearing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 310
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I think a simple test might be to torque it about...

I think a simple test might be to torque it about 20% below spec.
Go for a ride.
Torque to spec.
I expect you'd see the same phenomena. Break away friction is higher than sliding (rotating)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 419
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You could use your weight loss as a selling point...

You could use your weight loss as a selling point for the current bike.
It would make it more attractive to someone that was in your previous position. Maybe be a total Godsend for them?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,322
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF one 'feels" they have better equipment,...

IF one 'feels" they have better equipment, they'll probably up their performance slightly to "prove it".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 445
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It's a classic symptom. I don't know what kind...

It's a classic symptom.
I don't know what kind of shifters you have, but my 3 bikes have Shimano Rapid Fire types and when I do an upshift, you can kind of feel/hear the RDER "hitting the stop" and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 445
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That symptom sounds like a cable/housing that...

That symptom sounds like a cable/housing that needs to be lubed or replaced.
You have too much "slop" in the adjustment to compensate for the sluggish upshift, since RDER spring tension is what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,397
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Along those lines- A Shimano RD M-592 has a 36T...

Along those lines-
A Shimano RD M-592 has a 36T capacity. (I have one on my Ebike)
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=102041
Shop & you can find a bit cheaper.
Get a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 02:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 415
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I was referring to the OP's statement- "The...

I was referring to the OP's statement-
"The bike is an Cervelo Aspero and the chain stay bows out leaving very little of any space."

I was showing how to tell how much larger the ring would be....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 415
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Wrong, but it's certainly close enough. Think of...

Wrong, but it's certainly close enough. Think of a bike with extremely short chain stays, very large ring & tiny cog. The large ring will have more than 180 and the tiny cog will have less.
It would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 415
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Chain has 1/2" pitch so 4 teeth would add 2" to...

Chain has 1/2" pitch so 4 teeth would add 2" to the circumference of the ring.
Divide by PI and you have the diameter increase. Divide that by 2 and you have the radius increase.

Assuming you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 415
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Put it on the largest cog and see if you have an...

Put it on the largest cog and see if you have an EXTRA inch of slack.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/444x356/chain_length_91d23e42a71a3cf66e43c9ed54c5c16ee25c20e6.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 360
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I should have gone for a 53:17! To test, check...

I should have gone for a 53:17!
To test, check every 1/4 mile?

I notice only one has to be a Prime if that number isn't a LCD of the other factor.
I'm just drawn to Prime Numbers.:50:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By Bill Kapaun

OP specified the hub in their 2nd post. HB RM-35....

OP specified the hub in their 2nd post. HB RM-35.

I think new subscribers are only allowed 5 posts the 1st day. If so, how many were wasted for nothing?

It took about 20 seconds to find this-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By Bill Kapaun

How far did you screw the nipples on? You only...

How far did you screw the nipples on? You only want a couple threads until you get all spokes laced.
Any more than needed is multiplied 36X.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Seriously, if you're not sure, why are you giving...

Seriously, if you're not sure, why are you giving advice?

It's difficult to undue bad advice. The OP presumes you know what you're talking about when you're not sure yourself.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By Bill Kapaun

On that hub, the calculated spoke length would...

On that hub, the calculated spoke length would result in the Right side (DS) spokes being 1.1 to 1.2 mm longer. I'm a bit surprised they even bothered with 2 different lengths.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 360
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Depending on the number of teeth of the crank &...

Depending on the number of teeth of the crank & cog, it may take a LOT of crank rotations to achieve that EXACT degree of tightness/looseness.
IF BOTH are PRIME numbers, it's probably worse. a 37:13...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By Bill Kapaun

CM or MM? 3 CM is over 1".

CM or MM?
3 CM is over 1".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 01:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 864
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What size wheel, how many spokes and how much too...

What size wheel, how many spokes and how much too long?
For more typical wheels, 5-7mm would indicate you only did cross 2.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 300
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I don't know diddly about the new electronic...

I don't know diddly about the new electronic stuff, but your post is one of the best opening posts I've seen in describing "where you are at".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 550
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Anything after post #3 is still a waste.

Anything after post #3 is still a waste.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 550
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Do you really think the OP cares what you have?...

Do you really think the OP cares what you have? Especially since they don't have either of YOUR cassettes.
They just wanted some info.
Anything after post #3 is a waste.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,706
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I think the 2 of you are getting accuracy &...

I think the 2 of you are getting accuracy & resolution mixed up.
A longer span will provide greater resolution. That will allow one to READ the results more accurately.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By Bill Kapaun

When the bead is seated before pumping up- ...

When the bead is seated before pumping up-
Physically push the stem in to make sure no part of the stem/reinforcement is caught under the tire bead.
Add a bit of air.
You'll want a small amount of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That or the housing not being fully seated in the...

That or the housing not being fully seated in the brake lever. It often "creeps out" when releasing the brakes and hangs up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 550
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You "shouldn't" have to touch any screw if you...

You "shouldn't" have to touch any screw if you are using the same larger cogs.

Did they use your old 11T lock ring or a 12T?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 195
Posted By Bill Kapaun

And a 9 speed chain.

And a 9 speed chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 919
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What's the point of GLUELESS patches if you are...

What's the point of GLUELESS patches if you are going to glue them on? Think about the concept.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 919
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I've had them fail when blowing up the tube to...

I've had them fail when blowing up the tube to find a pin hole leak on a following flat.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,759
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I wasn't talking to you in the first place, but...

I wasn't talking to you in the first place, but as usual, you have to insert yourself to apparently up your post count.
That's why you have been on my ignore list for years.
Back to totally...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 478
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Just what gears on say a 14-25 9 speed cassette...

Just what gears on say a 14-25 9 speed cassette wouldn't you use?

You have enough posts to add a few pictures to better describe what the heck you are talking about.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,759
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I agree. You don't know. I didn't say I saw...

I agree. You don't know.
I didn't say I saw anything.
Read what I'm writing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,759
Posted By Bill Kapaun

File/scrape it off. The tire will likely handle...

File/scrape it off.
The tire will likely handle the slight dip in the rim.

BTW, look exactly opposite of the valve stem.
See the rim joint with a slight dip?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,101
Posted By Bill Kapaun

As does my 2008 Globe.

As does my 2008 Globe.
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