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Forum: Mountain Biking
11-28-20, 11:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you. I checked and to me the chain looked...

Thank you. I checked and to me the chain looked good with the dropouts currently squeezed in to 135mm. The wheel and brakes all sit properly without needing adjusting. The frame is steel so I could...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-28-20, 03:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

I can put the wheel on with the existing skewer...

I can put the wheel on with the existing skewer if I squeeze the rear dropouts together to 135mm. I am not sure if this is a good idea - the skewer is only thin and I do not know if it should be...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-27-20, 07:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

Having checked a bit more I need a longer axle....

Having checked a bit more I need a longer axle. It seems doable if I take care :)
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-27-20, 06:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

dabac If you have the time could you help me out...

dabac If you have the time could you help me out with a question.

I ordered the wheel and everything came and went together nicely. Then I have a problem mounting it on the bike. The wheel as a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,974
Posted By Gillparis

It says they are engineered to never need...

It says they are engineered to never need adjusting or taking apart. It says the bearings are not affected by mounting the wheel (I don't know what that means in practice). They have some sort of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,974
Posted By Gillparis

If you are still interested I can translate the...

If you are still interested I can translate the documents for you. Let me know :)

Gill
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-18-20, 02:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you. It was 559 so I think I am OK. I have...

Thank you. It was 559 so I think I am OK. I have literally had it in my basket for a month and haven't had the courage to buy it. Parts for my old bikes cost a fundamental amount less and I can sell...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-17-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

dabac Thank you! I had associated the 2.1 with 21...

dabac Thank you! I had associated the 2.1 with 21 and thought I needed a 21mm rim to go with a 2.1 tyre.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-17-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,094
Posted By Gillparis

Advice on wheel size for old mountain bike

Hi all.

I haven't posted in this part of the forum before. My own bikes are 1970's town/road bikes but I picked up a mountain bike for free for my husband. It is just missing a rear wheel and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-20, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,998
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you. I haven't tried the screw method - I...

Thank you. I haven't tried the screw method - I will give it a go.

I only need to remove the cable if I am trying to keep the existing shifters, as they are OK apart from the stuck cable. If I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-20, 02:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,998
Posted By Gillparis

Replacing twist grip shifter on children's bike - anything I should know?

Hi all

I picked up an old children's bike from the street for my daughter. It is just a bit dirty and needs new cables but otherwise is in good condition. However I noticed that the gear cable is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-20, 12:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,026
Posted By Gillparis

I am not at all an expert but last week I tried...

I am not at all an expert but last week I tried to replace the Simplex lever you see below with a single version of the Huret levers you have above and it didn't fit. The squares were different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-20, 07:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By Gillparis

So sadly the bicycle will not be here after me,...

So sadly the bicycle will not be here after me, except in pieces. A close look at the cantilever post showed that it was very weak from the impact and being bent back so I decided to call it a day. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By Gillparis

I had considered this. I will keep an eye on it...

I had considered this. I will keep an eye on it for now, thank you for the reminder. The bike is probably older than me and will most likely still be here after me!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you everyone. sovende I will look...

Thank you everyone.

sovende I will look forward to seeing your success story.
ClydeClydeson I gave myself heart attack and stopped that sort of messing about as soon as I left the bike place. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 06:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By Gillparis

They are drop bars. I had thought of replacing...

They are drop bars. I had thought of replacing them at some point with a flat bar. But in the end it would be easier just to change the bike.

I don't think the post is replaceable. It is all one...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-20, 05:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,727
Posted By Gillparis

Old cantilever brakes - struggling to adjust

Hi all

Apologies for the long post. I have an old road bike that has cantilever brakes. At some point the front brake on the non drive side must have received a knock and was pushed back towards...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-20, 04:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,764
Posted By Gillparis

I didn't have the tool to get it off and the bike...

I didn't have the tool to get it off and the bike is probably worth not much more than the tool! I had fear of a ball-bearing explosion if I took it apart. I had sore fingers from them rubbing on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-20, 03:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,764
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you. It is true it was awkward to do and I...

Thank you. It is true it was awkward to do and I had to rely on feeling it and then peering with a small torch.

My guess is he is trying to service the hubs - maybe he will tell us 😊
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-20, 03:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,764
Posted By Gillparis

To give the OP hope I managed, as a novice, to do...

To give the OP hope I managed, as a novice, to do this. It was frustrating and involved a lot of trial and error but doable.

A question - I didn't have to touch the freewheel at all. I just left...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,764
Posted By Gillparis

I am no expert here but I think it depends on...

I am no expert here but I think it depends on what you want to do with the freewheel after. If you use the method in the video you will end up using a large pair of pliers or similar to take the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you for the advice - I will definitely do...

Thank you for the advice - I will definitely do that when I do the cables. The crank came from an old town bike (photo below). It doesn't have any brand on it. I actually really like it compared to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 05:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you and photos

It has taken me a while to put everything back together but here are a couple of photos of the bike, which is now up and running (albeit with odd pedals!). I haven't connected the derailleur as I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-20, 12:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,457
Posted By Gillparis

Motobecane Velover

Hi
I spotted this in the workshop of the local bike repair shop. Never seen one before so thought I would share. Not sure if it could be described as classic - in it's own way I suppose. Probably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-26-20, 11:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,813
Posted By Gillparis

So I used what I had, which was oxalic acid and a...

So I used what I had, which was oxalic acid and a sponge. I wasn't brave enough to use the naval jelly. It took a lot of time but most of the rust came off fine. And the only thing the hardware store...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-20, 02:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,813
Posted By Gillparis

Thanks all! Tomorrow is my day to do this so I...

Thanks all! Tomorrow is my day to do this so I will let you know how I get on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-20, 04:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,813
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you all. Whilst I would love to soak it I...

Thank you all. Whilst I would love to soak it I live in a flat with a small child and I don't have the room on the balcony (plus I already stained the tiles once so that will be a nice fine when we...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-20, 10:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,813
Posted By Gillparis

😊 It is on the heavy side! I don't think it will...

😊 It is on the heavy side! I don't think it will be rusting away any time soon. It can withstand life in a city. I can't really soak it in anything so I was planning on just getting the worst off and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,813
Posted By Gillparis

Can I preserve this frame without repainting?

Hi all

I am in the process of cleaning up this bike and I would like your advice on the frame. The whole bike was rusty in places but it has cleaned up OK. I have a couple of spare wheels I can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

I have the derailleur and the chain from the same...

I have the derailleur and the chain from the same bike that the freewheel came off. So assuming they were compatible with the front cogs on the pedals it should work? Or I just leave it as single...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 08:47 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

What would you do about the rust on the frame? It...

What would you do about the rust on the frame? It is just small spots all over except under the top tube where there is a big patch. The I was just going to clean it up a bit. Should I be protecting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 08:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

I love it. It works (when is has a wheel!). It...

I love it. It works (when is has a wheel!). It had a 5 speed freewheel originally. I could look at wheels in the future and I will have a look for parts. It probably needs someone with more skills...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 07:04 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

I can and they support up to 7 speeds normally....

I can and they support up to 7 speeds normally. But I have a pair of wheels so I would prefer to use them. I could just replace the wheel in the end if it is easier. I am just a bit confused about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 06:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

Photos

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 06:54 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

I put some photos below. It is half in pieces at...

I put some photos below. It is half in pieces at the moment as I decided to clean it up before putting the wheels on. It looks worse than it is.

I only use it for going around town or rides where...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-20, 01:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

It does, which is part of the issue as they are...

It does, which is part of the issue as they are not cheap to replace. But as I have two in reasonable condition I would prefer to use them. If I used the 3 speed would I not need to change the front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-20, 03:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,540
Posted By Gillparis

Upgrading gears - how far to go?

Hi all

I was hoping for a bit of advice. Due to a series of unfortunate events detailed elsewhere on the forums I have the following:

- a steel framed touring bike that is missing a rear wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-20, 01:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By Gillparis

It is currently in pieces and someone is coming...

It is currently in pieces and someone is coming for the various parts tomorrow. At least it is a story to tell 😊 and it shows there are decent people in this world (excluding whoever invented bus...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-20, 01:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By Gillparis

Oh no. There was not a bus to be seen. Just an...

Oh no. There was not a bus to be seen. Just an empty road. Plus there was no way out once I was in it. Not that I feel hard done by or anything....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,070
Posted By Gillparis

Most expensive cheap bike ever....

For a Friday night...

I have posted previously about the bike with the bent frame that I picked up for parts for next to nothing. Or so I thought...

Just got a 90 EUR fine for accidentally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-20, 06:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,081
Posted By Gillparis

I am keeping the wheels to put on my other bike....

I am keeping the wheels to put on my other bike. I put some pictures of the original bike below. The frame is bent and cracked as you can see. I don't know what you would like to see so I put a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-20, 01:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,081
Posted By Gillparis

It has 3 cogs and a derailleur - I put a photo....

It has 3 cogs and a derailleur - I put a photo. The bike it came off was old (60's maybe or older). The bike I need the wheel for is maybe from the 70's or 80's. It had a 5 speed freewheel so I was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-20, 08:17 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,081
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you. I have already cleaned them up by hand...

Thank you. I have already cleaned them up by hand but I was a bit concerned about making it worse.

I will have a look around for aluminium rims - prices seem really high for everything at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-20, 03:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,081
Posted By Gillparis

Wheel replacement - do brands/hubs matter?

Hi all

I was hoping you could give me a bit of insight into wheels/hubs/cassettes. I have a set of Rigida Superchromix wheels with Atom hubs from the damaged bike. The exterior and spokes are in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-20, 02:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,679
Posted By Gillparis

Don't worry - I won't be trying it. It is bent in...

Don't worry - I won't be trying it. It is bent in more than one direction anyway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-20, 02:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,679
Posted By Gillparis

I will still have questions 😊 It is a shame...

I will still have questions 😊

It is a shame about the damage. I bought it for parts so I am not disappointed with but still. I admit to riding it a short distance on the pavement and even with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-20, 12:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,679
Posted By Gillparis

Thank you! I was wondering about the origin of...

Thank you! I was wondering about the origin of the bike - I have never heard of it but I see it is from near Bordeaux. Bicycles for Queens and the Queen of Bicycles apparently. How can you tell from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-20, 11:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,679
Posted By Gillparis

I am not a fan of that rear fender 😊. I am...

I am not a fan of that rear fender 😊.

I am looking forward to figuring it all out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,679
Posted By Gillparis

As I thought. Suits me anyway for my initial...

As I thought. Suits me anyway for my initial plan.

The brakes are nice - Bebolux I think. There are also some nice wing nuts and a decent derailleur. The wheels are OK as well.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,679
Posted By Gillparis

Is this frame damaged?

Hi all

I bought for next to nothing an old bike because I wanted to use it as a practice piece. I planned to take it to pieces, see how it all worked and clean it up then use the frame to learn...
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