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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-22, 09:36 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 522
Posted By KB12

Early 80s Lotus Odyssey 21.1mm Stem Issue

Hello,
I recently found an early Lotus Odyssey frame and when I tried to install a stem I realized that 22.2 standard quill stem doesn't fit. I purchased a 21.1mm SR stem from eBay and it fits, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-20, 06:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,643
Posted By KB12

Good to know, thank you!

Good to know, thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-20, 10:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,643
Posted By KB12

I'm not sure if this model is still being made,...

I'm not sure if this model is still being made, but I wonder if the "internals" of a newer model would fit?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-20, 10:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,643
Posted By KB12

I have the 8 speed Nexus SG-8R20.

I have the 8 speed Nexus SG-8R20.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-20, 08:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,643
Posted By KB12

Nexus hub — replacing only the internal part

Hello!
I have a question about replacing a nexus 8 speed hub. Rather than rebuilding the wheel, or building a new wheel with a new hub, could you just buy a new hub and replace the old internal...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-20, 04:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,574
Posted By KB12

Drop bar reccomendations for Tektro R200 (Cane Creek Sr-5) brake levers

Hello,
So I just switched my handlebars to the Soma Hwy One and like them a lot, except that I cannot seem to get a smooth transition to my Tektro r200 brake levers (same as cane creek sr-5). I've...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-13-12, 02:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 933
Posted By KB12

1972 Puch Royal x Question

Hello all,

I just purchased a vintage Puch frame. It has a first generation dura ace bottom bracket on it. I will be building the bike up as a single speed/fixed. My question is, what would be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-12, 05:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,941
Posted By KB12

Well I just bought that Sugino GT, hopefully it...

Well I just bought that Sugino GT, hopefully it will fit. I believe the AT is JIS, does anyone know if the GT is JIS as well?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-12, 10:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,941
Posted By KB12

Ok, thanks. What about this crank? ...

Ok, thanks. What about this crank?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Sugino-GT-Triple-Touring-Crankset-170mm-Crank-9-16-/110866346186?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item19d02630ca

What does...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-12, 09:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,941
Posted By KB12

help with Sugino AT crank

Hello everyone,
I have a Trek 614 bike with the original Sugino AT cranks. The spider on the crank is bent (think the bike took a spill at some point) and its messing up the chainline. I attempted...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-12, 06:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 633
Posted By KB12

FD for 28-45-50

Hello,
I'm building up an '82 Trek 614 and am looking for a front derailleur that will work well with 28-45-50. There are 7 speeds in the back. Will a suntour cyclone work? Also looking at a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-12, 12:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By KB12

Ok, thanks for that suggestion. I might try...

Ok, thanks for that suggestion. I might try swapping chains. But if I'm not mistaken the SRAM PC-50 is a SS/fixed gear chain? I would need to get something like the SRAM PC-870 for a 7 speed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-12, 10:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By KB12

It is the original 1982 BB though - although it...

It is the original 1982 BB though - although it seemed fine to me when I repacked it and replaced the caged bearings with loose bearings, could a worn BB make this vibration feeling?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-12, 10:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By KB12

brand new pedals

brand new pedals
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-12, 09:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,342
Posted By KB12

vibration feeling in my right pedal

Hi everyone,
I have an old Trek road bike I am fixing up to use as a touring bike. I'm having problems with a vibration feeling in my drive side pedal on the upstroke. I don''t think it is the...
Forum: Touring
04-16-12, 02:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 671
Posted By KB12

Ok, great, that's good to know. Thanks everyone!

Ok, great, that's good to know. Thanks everyone!
Forum: Touring
04-15-12, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 671
Posted By KB12

Flagstaff to Seligman, AZ

Hey everyone,
I'm planning a ride from Memphis, TN to Southern CA beginning early May. From the four corners area I'm planning on going south to Flagstaff and need some advice on the Flagstaff to...
Forum: Touring
04-12-12, 04:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,053
Posted By KB12

Will a Stein Mini Cassette tool work for a...

Will a Stein Mini Cassette tool work for a hyperglide cassette?
Forum: Touring
04-12-12, 04:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,053
Posted By KB12

Very cool, never heard of that. Does it work...

Very cool, never heard of that. Does it work well?
Forum: Touring
04-12-12, 08:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,053
Posted By KB12

Thanks for the responses. The rims spokes, and...

Thanks for the responses. The rims spokes, and nipples are in very good condition and it appears have been taken good care of. I've been riding this wheel for a couple years and haven't had any...
Forum: Touring
04-11-12, 09:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 13,053
Posted By KB12

Wolber GTX rim for touring?

Hello everyone,

I'm planning my first tour from Memphis to Southern, CA, plan on leaving early May. Questions is: I've built up an '82 Trek 614 for the trip, it currently has Wolber GTX rims, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-12, 07:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 993
Posted By KB12

Its an '82 Trek 614

Its an '82 Trek 614
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-12, 07:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 993
Posted By KB12

Other chain stay is dent free and looks fine.

Other chain stay is dent free and looks fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-12, 06:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 993
Posted By KB12

Another dent question (with pictures)

There's a small dent on the rear chain stay of the bike I am building up as my touring bike. The frame is Reynolds 531 steel. Sorry, pictures aren't very good but I think you can see the dent good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-12, 05:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,800
Posted By KB12

Thanks to everyone who has responded. I was able...

Thanks to everyone who has responded. I was able to straighten it a little but its still off a bit. A little chain wheel wiggle shouldn't be a problem if its not affecting anything else, right?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-12, 05:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,800
Posted By KB12

Replacing a Sugino AT crank

Hello everyone,

I just built up a 1982 Trek 614 as a touring bike and while riding today noticed that 2 of the tabs in which the chainwheels bolt onto the crank are bent. This causes the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-12, 06:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,597
Posted By KB12

Thanks for everyones responses. Its the eyelets...

Thanks for everyones responses. Its the eyelets on the seat tube at the top. I've included a pic. It is the brake's adjusting barrel that is in the way. Im going to buy an Allen key with a ball...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-12, 01:13 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,597
Posted By KB12

Installing rack on the inside of eyelets

Hello,
So I just got a new pair of brakes and now my rack wont fit on the outside of the top eyelets where it was installed before. I believe I can install it with the two arms on the inside and...
Forum: Touring
02-25-12, 11:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,396
Posted By KB12

Thanks everyone for your responses!

Thanks everyone for your responses!
Forum: Touring
02-25-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,396
Posted By KB12

Vintage blackburn rack and Ortlieb Back Rollers

Hi Everyone -- I am just making sure this combo will work before making my pannier purchase. My rack looks like this one: http://i903.photobucket.com/albums/ac233/keivnbaune/Rack.jpg

Also, is...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-12-12, 09:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,364
Posted By KB12

Thanks for all the responses. It is hard to see...

Thanks for all the responses. It is hard to see the bend in the pictures I provided. Ill try to get a pic with a straight edge tomorrow. The fork doesn't appear to be bent at all but maybe Ill...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-12-12, 04:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,364
Posted By KB12

It came with the original, undamaged fork.

It came with the original, undamaged fork.
Forum: Framebuilders
02-12-12, 04:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,364
Posted By KB12

1982 Trek 614 - Bent Frame?

Hello everyone -

I am planning my first cross-country tour and bought a Trek 614 bike off of eBay to restore. Its been sitting awhile and this weekend I began to work on it when I noticed that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-12, 03:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By KB12

I used a straightedge and it is slightly bent -...

I used a straightedge and it is slightly bent - I'm just wondering if that slight of a bend is unsafe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-12, 03:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By KB12

1982 Trek 614 - Bent Frame?

Hello everyone -

I am planning my first cross-country tour and bought a Trek 614 (love vintage Treks!) off of eBay to restore. Its been sitting awhile and this weekend I began to work on it when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-12, 12:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 726
Posted By KB12

Which tool for this Bottom Bracket? (Pictures)

I am attempting to overhaul my 1982 Trek 614's bottom bracket. I have gotten the crank arms and the lockring off. I bought a Park HCW-11 tool for removing the bottom bracket but it appears I need a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-12, 01:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,345
Posted By KB12

Great, thanks!

Great, thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-12, 11:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,345
Posted By KB12

Vintage Trek BB Removal

Hello all -
I am planning to overhaul my 1982 Trek 614's bottom bracket and I want to make sure I get the right tools. I am assuming it has the original Nikko bottom bracket since all other parts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-12, 11:32 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,626
Posted By KB12

Nikko Special Bottom Bracket

Hello,
I have an old Trek road bike with a Nikko Special bottom bracket that seems loose. When I move the cranks side to side there is a tiny bit of play. Its not much though and I am wondering if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-11, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,113
Posted By KB12

dropout slightly bent closed

Hi, I just bought a 1982 Trek 614 bike on eBay and received it today. I tried to get the rear wheel in the dropouts and discovered that the drive side dropout is slightly more closed than the other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-11, 09:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 681
Posted By KB12

Help! Stripped bolt on rear nutted brake

Hello all, so I was tighening the bolt where the rear brake on my old Trek bike attaches to the frame and I guess I overtightened it. Now the nut wont tighten or come off, it just spins on the bolt....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-11, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 23,083
Posted By KB12

Vintage Treks - How tall are you, how big is your bike?

Hello,

Just curious, how tall are you are and what size is your vintage trek? Ive been riding 21" Treks for awhile now (all I have ridden) and am wondering if I should go bigger. Im 5'9 with...
Forum: Touring
02-19-11, 06:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 472
Posted By KB12

Memphis to Chicago?

Hello everyone... Has anyone ridden from Memphis to Chicago or other way around? I'm trying to plan this ride for this spring and was wondering if anyone had any recommendations for roads to take. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-10, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 785
Posted By KB12

Ok, I think it will work, Ill play around with it...

Ok, I think it will work, Ill play around with it a little tomorrow... thanks for all the responses!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-10, 08:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 785
Posted By KB12

So i'm assuming that the hub on the wheel is...

So i'm assuming that the hub on the wheel is 126mm since there was a 7 speed cassette on it... is there a way that I can add some sort of spacer to made it 130mm compatible?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-10, 07:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 785
Posted By KB12

Bianchi Premio wheel problem

Hello,

I have a quick question. I have a Bianchi Premio with a 130mm rear spacing. It needs a rear wheel. I have a wheel that fits in but it has a 7 speed cluster on it. It doesnt shift very...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-10, 06:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,734
Posted By KB12

Shimano L-422 Shift Levers and 7 Speed

Hello, I have a quick question. Ive got a Trek 400 that has the shimano L-422 shift levers and a Shimano L-525GS rear derraileur. Will I have any problems putting a 7 speed Shimano HG50 on this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-10, 05:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,664
Posted By KB12

Thanks for your reply, I dont really want to deal...

Thanks for your reply, I dont really want to deal with changing anything but the freewheel so I will probably keep it 5 speed. But I am still confused why the frame is 126mm when it came with a 5...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-10, 11:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,664
Posted By KB12

126mm frame with a 5 speed freewheel

Hello all, I just bought a Trek 400 Elance triple with the original 5 speed freewheel (Shimano MF Z012). Replaced the chain and the bike seems loud when pedaling, especially in lower gears so I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-10, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 684
Posted By KB12

I put the 7 speed wheel on the Elance and it is...

I put the 7 speed wheel on the Elance and it is working very well. I didn't think it would because since the Elance was a 5 speed it had a spacing of 120mm right? The 7 speed wheel would have been...
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