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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-23, 07:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By jays35

Thanks for all the comments!

Thanks for all the comments!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-23, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 625
Posted By jays35

Park Chain Gauges

Went out for a ride this morning, 2 miles into my ride, the chain broke.

I oil and check my chains before every ride and did not see any issues when I wiped it down. I also use the one of my Park...
Forum: Recumbent
10-13-22, 08:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,075
Posted By jays35

Double Trike Rack

Thanks for all the replies to my question about a rack for two trikes!

I am leaning towards the rack in the link below from Hitch Rider but have a few questions.

Has anyone used this rack? ...
Forum: Recumbent
10-13-22, 01:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,075
Posted By jays35

Thanks!!!

Thanks!!!
Forum: Recumbent
10-11-22, 06:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,072
Posted By jays35

Moe and Vegas, Thanks for the input!

Moe and Vegas,

Thanks for the input!
Forum: Recumbent
10-09-22, 05:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,072
Posted By jays35

Inusuit, thanks for the quick reply and the...

Inusuit, thanks for the quick reply and the input! The surface was mostly crushed stone and a few places had small chat. It just seemed to bounce you around.
Forum: Recumbent
10-09-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,072
Posted By jays35

Tire Pressure for Rails to Trails

All, we have a Catrike Villager with Schwalbe Marathon Racers (20”x1.5”), with a tire pressure range of 55 to 85 psi. I rode with them at 60 psi on the trail and it was a little bit of a rough ride....
Forum: Recumbent
10-08-22, 09:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,019
Posted By jays35

Another great idea…twofold!

Another great idea…twofold!
Forum: Recumbent
10-08-22, 09:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,019
Posted By jays35

Moe…thanks for the idea and quick reply!

Moe…thanks for the idea and quick reply!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-08-22, 09:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 433
Posted By jays35

Vegas…..very nice and great idea! Thanks for the...

Vegas…..very nice and great idea! Thanks for the quick reply!!
Forum: Recumbent
10-07-22, 09:25 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 374
Posted By jays35

Bike Rack for Two Tadpole Trikes

Any recommendations for a rear receiver hitch bike rack to transport two tadpole trikes?

Thanks in advance!

Dave
Forum: Recumbent
10-07-22, 09:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,019
Posted By jays35

Light code Flagpole’s

Any recommendations for a light that can be mounted to a fiberglass flag pole for my trike?


Thanks

Dave
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-07-22, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 433
Posted By jays35

Lights for Trike Flag Poles

Sorry if this has been discussed. Any one recommend lights to attach to a fiberglass flag pole?

Thanks in advance!

Dave
Forum: Recumbent
08-15-22, 08:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,075
Posted By jays35

Thanks for the quick replies and I will do some...

Thanks for the quick replies and I will do some more searches.
Forum: Recumbent
08-14-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,075
Posted By jays35

Rack for 2 Trikes

Sorry if this has already been posted, but I am looking for a rack to haul 2 trikes. Either a manufactured one or shop made. If you could send some ideas and or post pictures that would be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-22, 12:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By jays35

All, thanks for the advice as it is soaking in...

All, thanks for the advice as it is soaking in WD40. I have attached pictures of the lever I push (at the end of my knife point) to get it to shift back. Once it is pushed back, shifts like a charm. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-22, 08:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By jays35

Mudpie, thanks again and I will get started on...

Mudpie, thanks again and I will get started on the soak.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-22, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By jays35

Mudpie, it will shift to the large cassette, but...

Mudpie, it will shift to the large cassette, but will not let me go back down. I pulled it off and when I push a small lever, it will work fine. I have yet to take it apart and investigate the reason...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-22, 08:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By jays35

Shimano 6700 Shifter

I have a bad RH 6700 shifter and need to replace one or both. My question are there any upgrades, or other group sets, that will fit my derailleurs?

Thanks

Dave
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-22, 11:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,009
Posted By jays35

Socket Head Screw Assortment

I am looking to get an assortment of socket head screws set for my bikes to have on hand. Can anyone recommend a place to purchase? Thanks in advance!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-27-22, 11:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,625
Posted By jays35

I love the click-stand but as mentioned in an...

I love the click-stand but as mentioned in an earlier post, the band for the brake is a necessity.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,127
Posted By jays35

Forgot shoes

We had drove 2 hours and a rider in our group forget his shoes. Luckily there was a bike shop close and bought new shoes and also had to buy new cleats. The ride included large hills and he had to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-21, 01:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,411
Posted By jays35

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-21, 08:24 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,411
Posted By jays35

All, great information and ideas to look for...

All, great information and ideas to look for issues on a bike.

I am having the same issues with my tandem. Only does this under load.

I have swapped out both bottom brackets, new chain and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,816
Posted By jays35

Cassette Bite

Will extreme cassette bite cause a piping sound under load? I ride a tandem and on flat roads and slight inclines there is no issue with noise, but climbing hills there is. BTW, new BB’s wheels are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 09:03 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 11,876
Posted By jays35

Cassette Bite Noise

Will extreme cassette bite cause a piping sound under load? I ride a tandem and on flat roads and slight inclines there is no issue with noise, but climbing hills there is. BTW, new BB’s wheels are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 05:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By jays35

Stand

cyccommute, nice looking tandem and thanks for the pictures. We have a rider in our group that has a bike in which the top tube has a crinkle due to being clamped as you have yours. Be careful...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-16-21, 05:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,433
Posted By jays35

Torq

Jethr00,

I use the craftsman torque wrenches. I have a 3/8” and a 1/2” torque wrenches. As others have mentioned, having the socket adapters to change up and down in sizes and are a plus.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-16-21, 05:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,849
Posted By jays35

Jerhro00, amen to that suggestion! It is funny...

Jerhro00, amen to that suggestion! It is funny that the ground has been the same distance away for the last 50 years when I go down, but when I am getting up it seems like a mountain!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-12-21, 01:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,849
Posted By jays35

All, thanks for your replies and suggestions!

All, thanks for your replies and suggestions!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-21, 01:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By jays35

Thanks dedhed. I have and posted the same...

Thanks dedhed. I have and posted the same question there.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-21, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By jays35

JulesCW, thanks and I saw that one and that looks...

JulesCW, thanks and I saw that one and that looks like the easiest to mount the bike and will probably go that route. I have seen clamps damage too tubes.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-10-21, 10:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,849
Posted By jays35

Tandem Work Stand

What do most of you use as a work stand when working on your tandem? Can you post pics or other options? Thanks in advance!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-21, 10:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,206
Posted By jays35

Tandem Work Stand

What do most of you use as a work stand when working on your tandem? Can you post pics or other options? Thanks in advance!

Dave
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-21, 06:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By jays35

I have pressed the old bearings out of the BB...

I have pressed the old bearings out of the BB from the captains BB (yes it is a standard GXP, but the bearings are on opposite sides) and identified both of them. They can be purchased at a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-21, 03:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By jays35

Thanks for the reply. I have contacted them and...

Thanks for the reply. I have contacted them and bought the last one from them. Not sure what I will do or what others in our group will do.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-21, 05:55 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 719
Posted By jays35

Co-Motion Bottom Bracket Replacments

When changing out bottom brackets on the bike, I found our bike uses the SRAM 00.6415.045.0000 AM BB GXP TEAM ENGLISH bottom bracket for the stokers. It is a direct replacement for the stokers bottom...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-21, 05:54 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,651
Posted By jays35

Co-Motion Bottom Bracket Replacments

When changing out bottom brackets on the bike, I found our bike uses the SRAM 00.6415.045.0000 AM BB GXP TEAM ENGLISH bottom bracket for the stokers. It is a direct replacement for the stokers...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-21, 05:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,313
Posted By jays35

Nice and very creative!

Nice and very creative!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-21, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,423
Posted By jays35

Nice and I will have to make one!

Nice and I will have to make one!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-21, 05:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 13,706
Posted By jays35

Squeaky Noise

We had the same squeaky issue and only happened when pedaling on hills. I remove the chainring bolts and reinstalled them to the correct torque. We also checked the tension on the spokes and...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-26-21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,712
Posted By jays35

Sram bb

Yes, come to find out my BB or reversed. The stokers is common and the captains is opposite. The SRAM BB that I need is discontinued. My bike mechanic suggest flipping the eccentric over 180 degrees...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-26-21, 07:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,712
Posted By jays35

Changing Bottom Brackets - Co-Motiom

Learned something new over the weekend while doing maintenance on the tandem. The BB’s are opposite bearings on opposite sides.

The stokers BB has been squeaking and will be changing them out....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-19-21, 12:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,997
Posted By jays35

Awesome

What an awesome adventure and the best of luck on the rest of your trip!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-19-21, 12:16 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,712
Posted By jays35

BB Chamgeout

Thanks for the detailed analysis on your gates belt drive and the attention to detail.

We also have the Gates center track drive belt and started hearing creaks in the bb area. I popped the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-23-20, 02:29 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,035
Posted By jays35

For a thorough cleaning I use the ultrasonic...

For a thorough cleaning I use the ultrasonic cleaner at work with some Simple Green. But for the a quick clean, my lovely stocker gave me some of her large pipe cleaners. These are really ‘thick’...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-09-20, 01:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,577
Posted By jays35

Thanks

Thanks
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-06-20, 07:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,577
Posted By jays35

USB Charging Station

I want to make a charging station for all my cycling lights and Garmin. I would like one location, where I park my bikes to charge all my electronic gear. Would you like to share pictures your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-20, 01:57 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 8,693
Posted By jays35

Katy Trail

The Katy Trail is a great path and a little over 200 miles, one way.

Might check with the Missouri DNR on the conditions. Some of the trail was out due to flooding last year.

Dave
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-19, 07:49 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 9,639
Posted By jays35

Patches

I have several tubes that have 3+ patches. I save the tubes(s) that have punctures and take them to my local tire shop. They will repair them for $1 a patch. I have never had a patch fail.
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