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Forum: Folding Bikes
08-14-17, 10:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,462
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I hated the V-brakes even with the original...

I hated the V-brakes even with the original levers. V-brakes require 1mm clearance to work properly, so found that every time I took the wheels off, the brakes had to be readjusted every time. As...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-07-17, 07:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,375
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Although I grew up owning every variety of VW...

Although I grew up owning every variety of VW there ever was (all the old classic air cooled ones), the Mini clubman is quite a bit downsizing from my VW Passat station wagon, so yes, I consider it a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-03-17, 07:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,375
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Brompton on back of a motorcycle! Now that is...

Brompton on back of a motorcycle! Now that is cool!
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-03-17, 11:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 10,375
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Little bikes in little cars

Still have my Passat station wagon for larger hauls, but just bought a new little car!
Worried that my bike collection would not fit, and would have to buy a smaller Brompton!:lol:

Here's my 20"...
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-01-17, 09:13 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 31,803
Posted By HighValleyRanch

A 90" gear is the same distance traveled, no...

A 90" gear is the same distance traveled, no matter what wheel or bike size, gearing combination, cassette or freewheel combination. Therefore, if the cadence is exactly the same, both bikes travel...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-31-17, 05:30 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 99,911
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Do you have to take off all the touring gear each...

Do you have to take off all the touring gear each time you want to fold and go into a restaurant?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-30-17, 07:22 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 99,911
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Looks like a super nice bike. Mini Velo, yet...

Looks like a super nice bike. Mini Velo, yet folding. I like the traditional triangle approach. What is the measurement on the wheelbase length?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-30-17, 07:03 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,705
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Looks to me like those multi scratches or scuffs...

Looks to me like those multi scratches or scuffs will polish out. Try some simple green first. If that doesn't improve move up to lighter fluid or lacquer thinner and see if the brown comes off. It...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 08:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By HighValleyRanch

The bike came only with a 3 speed shifter, but I...

The bike came only with a 3 speed shifter, but I found a four speed for a good price on Ebay, so will really be able to test it out when it gets here. For now, after I redid the shifter cable and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 08:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By HighValleyRanch

UPDATE 7PM SATURDAY 7/29/17 So it was...

UPDATE 7PM SATURDAY 7/29/17
So it was successful. I found an old Bike Forums post by RHM where he replaced the chain on a Sturmey Archer Indicator chain by filing out the old rivet and then...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 04:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I tried to unscrew the two rods and no go. It...

I tried to unscrew the two rods and no go. It feels frozen and I don't want to try and force it for fear of breaking it inside and I would never be able to get the left side off then.

I can get...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 12:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I might be mistaken. The enclosed photo from an...

I might be mistaken. The enclosed photo from an FW hub expert shows that the left nut is also an indicator nut with window. On my Moulton four speed, the right longer nut doesn't have a window like...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-29-17, 12:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,194
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Moulton 4 speed hub help needed

The indicator chain has a broken link. One side came off and I managed to get it back in place but the hole is too big for the pin and can come off. I used tape to bind it together for now.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-28-17, 03:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,740
Posted By HighValleyRanch

All my bikes have "zero momentum" when I'm...

All my bikes have "zero momentum" when I'm napping!LOL
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-27-17, 08:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,812
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I running 20x1.5 Kenda Dwest tires on an old...

I running 20x1.5 Kenda Dwest tires on an old Sturmey Archer 3 speed 36 hole hub with wide chrome rims without any problems. Same wheel they used on all the older European folders.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,008
Posted By HighValleyRanch

HHMMM, so I wonder if all those Bromptons by UK...

HHMMM, so I wonder if all those Bromptons by UK sellers on Ebay come in with UK setup?

From what I've read, the (bicycle) standard is somewhat based on hand signals and so if you drive on the left...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,008
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Are Brompton set up with UK brake standards?

I've always had the front brake on the left lever on my road bikes, so have set up my folders all the same. But recently got some wheels from the UK in a box that said in the UK you are required to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-26-17, 08:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,608
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Are you using the original brakes or more modern...

Are you using the original brakes or more modern ones?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-25-17, 09:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,608
Posted By HighValleyRanch

My "new" Mini Velo

Just got this in today. A 1965 Moulton four speed. Spent the day cleaning the original paint to see if I am going to leave it original or modernize it. Checks out good, suspension all working,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-24-17, 08:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,963
Posted By HighValleyRanch

You would get 60.6" in 5th gear compared to your...

You would get 60.6" in 5th gear compared to your current 7th gear of 63.5" so pretty close to two gears higher on all gears.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-24-17, 07:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,963
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Maybe, but going with a smaller cog will not...

Maybe, but going with a smaller cog will not change his ratios as much as a larger chainring.
If he does have a 39T chainring, a 16 tooth cog will only only give a top gear of 71.5 inches.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-24-17, 07:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,963
Posted By HighValleyRanch

According to Sheldon's page: ...

According to Sheldon's page:
https://www.sheldonbrown.com/nexus7.shtml
The ratios for the nexus 7 are....... .632/.741/.845/.989/1.145/1.335/1.545. which according to my understanding, you are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-22-17, 08:57 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,725
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Being spring loaded, the derailleurs position is...

Being spring loaded, the derailleurs position is determined by the take up in the chain. In the first photo, the combination is the large chainring with the rear largest cog. So of course the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-20-17, 07:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,738
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I apologize. I did do a search and didn't find...

I apologize. I did do a search and didn't find any through the forum search, but google showed me there was already discussion on this model back in 2009. I mistakenly though that it was newly...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-20-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,738
Posted By HighValleyRanch

New classic F frame Moulton?

Just found out about this being made for the Japanese market.
Drooling over this bike!
A collaboration between Bridgestone and Moulton bringing back the F frame model but much more refined and...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 06:11 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,782
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I was taught to use the formula: front teeth...

I was taught to use the formula:
front teeth divided by the rear teeth x the wheel size to determine the gear inches:
i.e. 50 tooth chainring with a 12 rear for 16" wheels equals. 50 divided by...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 02:46 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 9,705
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I hung my folder exactly the same way using a D...

I hung my folder exactly the same way using a D cell Maglight plastic clip holder. The 20x1.5 tires fit perfectly into the round clamp.

Also on a super narrow road bike, with folding or removable...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,041
Posted By HighValleyRanch

nice, kinda Moultonesque!

nice, kinda Moultonesque!
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-19-17, 08:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,041
Posted By HighValleyRanch

You are going to sink 500.00 into rebuilding an...

You are going to sink 500.00 into rebuilding an old 1980's Dahon?
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-18-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 31,803
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Here is another take on the comparison: ...

Here is another take on the comparison:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i_CD1USE5ro

1963 Moultons beats big bikes!LOLs
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-17, 10:47 PM
Replies: 1,504
Views: 441,556
Posted By HighValleyRanch

you can upload an image directly by using...

you can upload an image directly by using advance, manage media and keeping the file very small, below 150 kb. As in post 656 above.
Resize your photo image in photoshop so that the file is this...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-17, 04:01 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 16,418
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Yes, I am seeing the images. Nice looking frames.

Yes, I am seeing the images. Nice looking frames.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-13-17, 11:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

A lot of those old chrome rims has patterns on...

A lot of those old chrome rims has patterns on the side for more braking bite. Makes a whirling sound when you brake!LOL
Not the best for rainy weather however.
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-12-17, 05:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Will have to wait for a bunch of parts to arrive...

Will have to wait for a bunch of parts to arrive before I can assemble it all to working order.
Had to order a Mk I indicator chain, the two derailleurs and a 3 speed cable.

I weighed the bike...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-10-17, 10:29 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,187
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I didn't know they made LEAD frames!LOL I can't...

I didn't know they made LEAD frames!LOL
I can't imagine a little 16" bike weighing that much!
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-10-17, 07:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I had a Shimano Exage400 LX triple crank from...

I had a Shimano Exage400 LX triple crank from another bike that I put on yesterday. It fit perfectly and the chainlink was good so now I have an 18 speed folding bike out of my Single speed!
(2...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-09-17, 07:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

I managed to find an old derailleur with a...

I managed to find an old derailleur with a integrated hanger in my stash of old parts, so got the Allen sport setup with a derailleur temporarily to see how it will work with the double cog on the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-07-17, 03:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Yes, the very same. I did a bunch of research on...

Yes, the very same. I did a bunch of research on it last night after you posted your suggestion.
Here is from their installation PDF:
Updated September 27, 2006
KORE Chain Reactor Installation...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-07-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Yeah, I will tackle building a wheel with alloy...

Yeah, I will tackle building a wheel with alloy rim in the future now that I see it can all work.
Thanks for the link to the bacon type shifter, and the Kore Chain Reactor tensioner, although they...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-17, 05:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Here is a view of the bike from the side. ...

Here is a view of the bike from the side.

What I am looking for in suggestions is.....
1. A way to mount a derailler onto the frame so that I can switch between the 2 cogs. I do not want the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-06-17, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,507
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Suggestions on IGH conversion on Allen Sport

Hi all, looking for some suggestions on my conversion of my Allen Sport from one speed to multi speed.
I liked this bike so much that I wanted to add some more gear range to it.
Because of the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-05-17, 11:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,462
Posted By HighValleyRanch

It's a little heavier now that I have some 2.125...

It's a little heavier now that I have some 2.125 BMX tires on it and a rear rack.
It was 110.00 shipped from the big auction, but retails for anywhere from 250.00 up to 600.00 I've seen.
It has a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-27-17, 03:19 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 62,157
Posted By HighValleyRanch

No, you can post an pic by using the attachment...

No, you can post an pic by using the attachment method. Go advance, and it will allow you to upload directly from your desktop a small jpeg or pict. It must be 150 kb or less. I use my email mode on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-26-17, 08:52 PM
Replies: 1,087
Views: 399,419
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Put those kenda's into the hot sun for a little...

Put those kenda's into the hot sun for a little bit, and they come off easy as pie. I even got them off one time with just my grip.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-26-17, 10:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,462
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Got one to work!

A BIG THANKS TO PINIGIS in getting me a shorter adjustable stem to work with my Allen Sports Downtown.
Now the height matches my Mini Velo.
With help like that, I would not hesitate to purchase one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-17, 07:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,021
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Here's a view from the front.

Here's a view from the front.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-17, 07:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,021
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Close, but what I notice about the bars in the...

Close, but what I notice about the bars in the photo I enclosed is that they seem to end straight allowing the brake levers to be in line with the grips.
On the Origin, the ends (as in many other...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-17, 03:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,021
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Who makes these handlebars?

I found this photo on the net, and like the handlebars.
I generally don't like the bullhorn type bars, but like how these are dropped before going forward.

Anyone recognize these and can...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-17, 08:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,413
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Are these still available? Looks like they've...

Are these still available? Looks like they've all been sold out.
All I could find for sale was the Crius frame.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-16-17, 02:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,462
Posted By HighValleyRanch

Thanks for the link. I found that on this Allen...

Thanks for the link.
I found that on this Allen Sport Downtown single speed, it has a 48 stock front crank with a 16 tooth rear cog freewheel. That gives me a 60" gear, and so at 90 rpm on the...
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