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12-15-23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 8,764
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Posted By canopus

Nothing Classic, Nothing Vintage. I just decided...

Nothing Classic, Nothing Vintage. I just decided I wanted a modern bike (I have none after 1987). I decided I wanted a Gates belt system and a rohloff some time ago but very few bikes fit the bill....
01-26-23, 04:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,492
Posted By canopus

That would be an illusion on an old iphone photo....

That would be an illusion on an old iphone photo. The frame is straight.
01-26-23, 09:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,492
Posted By canopus

I've got some F&F's and could probably cobble...

I've got some F&F's and could probably cobble some parts together as I have a lot, but it depends on what you want.
Ive got a 1985 Trek 620, F&F, in a 21" frame, clean but has some slight dings that...
12-23-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,320
Posted By canopus

Your taking Phil oil, just use it. No reason to...

Your taking Phil oil, just use it. No reason to pack anything else.
Contrary to everyone's belief, oil is oil. It wears off, you put more on. No oil is going to protect much better than anything...
10-14-22, 03:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,020
Posted By canopus

35mm seat tube? You can find new and used...

35mm seat tube? You can find new and used fronts, you won't like the carbon tax, but a veloce/daytona/centaur/chorus, or something in that range should be doable. I dare say a 11spd athena would...
09-08-22, 02:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 451
Posted By canopus

Are you sure it has a freewheel. You dont...

Are you sure it has a freewheel. You dont mention a year but it looks like the rear hub is an 8sp cassette, not freewheel. What is your rear derailleur (brand/model)? Can you post a pic or place...
08-06-22, 10:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,708
Posted By canopus

I need one to go with the rest of my mid 80's...

I need one to go with the rest of my mid 80's Can's. Nice Score!
Forum: BMX
03-18-22, 12:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,930
Posted By canopus

Yeah, Missed that first part of the post. I had...

Yeah, Missed that first part of the post. I had Z rims, by ACS. Didn't like them to much after I built a set with some 105 guage spokes and shrunk the rim where the tire would not stay on. Settled...
Forum: BMX
03-02-22, 01:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,930
Posted By canopus

These were aluminum rims created by Mongoose that...

These were aluminum rims created by Mongoose that used a special Mylar strip to keep the tube in. Really designed to race.
02-23-22, 11:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,012
Posted By canopus

I never use sealant for tubes. If you need...

I never use sealant for tubes. If you need punture protection get a tire with it or a liner. I found sealant prevents you from patching the tube so its useless to me. Also tubes have powder in...
01-31-22, 09:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 902
Posted By canopus

You will use all the way up the the first time...

You will use all the way up the the first time they break and you have a crash avoidance with your bottle (equipment) and you have to ride back to get it and then carry it home.
01-27-22, 11:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 733
Posted By canopus

I use ISO on my Campy's, JIS on Japanese stuff. ...

I use ISO on my Campy's, JIS on Japanese stuff.
Really you can use JIS on it also, It isn't recommended to put the crank ISO/JIS/ISO (flipping back and forth). ISO was original but if it has been...
01-19-22, 05:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 987
Posted By canopus

Hozan makes some, plaza japan would probably be...

Hozan makes some, plaza japan would probably be the best way to order them ( i haven't looked lately though). Get a good specific thread cutting oil and the parks should be fine, especially for...
01-19-22, 11:35 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,742
Posted By canopus

Ok, so now I want to know... What do you about...

Ok, so now I want to know... What do you about Frek over Alex? I have the same issue between a 610 and 710 and was wondering before I sell one (I have never built the 610 (1979), 710 (1982) being my...
01-19-22, 08:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,849
Posted By canopus

I usually cut them close to the light and put...

I usually cut them close to the light and put female DEANS connectors for later use and hide it in some shrink tubing. I have the taillight on one bike right now.
Replies: 15
Views: 5,637
Posted By canopus

Second pic shows how bad the rear is. the rear...

Second pic shows how bad the rear is. the rear wheel isn't centered with the stays at the brake bridge. Parts only....
12-24-21, 02:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,574
Posted By canopus

Doh!, Broke my own rule... check post date.

Doh!, Broke my own rule... check post date.
12-24-21, 01:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 713
Posted By canopus

Clean, pack, put 'em back together. At less than...

Clean, pack, put 'em back together. At less than 500 I wouldn't bother with replacing the bearings. Just inspection. Stop overthinking this stuff. The base design is amazingly strong and will...
12-21-21, 08:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 826
Posted By canopus

I'll just stick with my cheap Harbor Freight...

I'll just stick with my cheap Harbor Freight Ultrasonic cleaner... Less chance of divorce, same results.
12-21-21, 07:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 826
Posted By canopus

Real simple... Measure. Place wheels into...

Real simple... Measure.
Place wheels into frame, measure your clearance from the rim. Measure width, measure from rim to brake bridge in MM. That will give you an idea on the largest tires you can...
12-21-21, 07:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 713
Posted By canopus

Why are you so worried about axle diameter? The...

Why are you so worried about axle diameter? The axle fits the hub... What hubs are you using?
It is simple really, as it isn't thru axle setup, it isn't an IGH, it doesn't have discs... Measure...
12-21-21, 05:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 713
Posted By canopus

Axles are different in diameters. QR's are same...

Axles are different in diameters. QR's are same diameter, different lengths.
12-21-21, 04:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,184
Posted By canopus

With the cost of spokes now, I would hose them...

With the cost of spokes now, I would hose them off with WD-40, clean them with steel wool or aluminum scrub pad and brushes, clean the rim up, throw on some new rim strips, check the true and ride...
12-21-21, 10:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,709
Posted By canopus

As for the wires, I am having the same issue on...

As for the wires, I am having the same issue on my 710. If you can't route them internally (and who wants to drill into their CV frame) I would recommend going to the home store or an electrical...
12-17-21, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 480
Posted By canopus

Short Answer: Yes, it is a bad idea. Follow...

Short Answer: Yes, it is a bad idea.

Follow your gut instinct.
12-16-21, 03:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 918
Posted By canopus

Replace the bearings. By prying out the seals...

Replace the bearings. By prying out the seals there is a 99.9 percent chance you destroyed the rubber seal. You can get the number off of the rubber seal you pried off.

You only need to service...
Replies: 53
Views: 34,243
Posted By canopus

If manufacturing tolerances were allowed to be...

If manufacturing tolerances were allowed to be 2.5mm out of spec, we would still be working with wood because nothing would fit together.
Forum: BMX
12-10-21, 03:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,711
Posted By canopus

Make sure you don't have one size on the drive...

Make sure you don't have one size on the drive side and a different size on the non-drive side. It looks like a std hub with freewheel. Hazarding a guess, the large bearings go on the drive side and...
12-09-21, 03:08 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,794
Posted By canopus

Which is why I suggested asking the...

Which is why I suggested asking the manager/owner. I have baked cookies before and given them away and the wife has made pies... and some people just dont want to eat the sweets like they did when I...
12-09-21, 02:35 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,794
Posted By canopus

Read again. Not complaining. Not imagined. ...

Read again. Not complaining. Not imagined.


What is reasonable? Your reasonable? Mine? The jolly green giant? But this is going off topic from the OP and into something else for a different...
12-09-21, 01:11 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,794
Posted By canopus

To me personally, not to my face. To my back? How...

To me personally, not to my face. To my back? How would I know.. I have overheard that criticism in restaurants before and have heard it from family members when they were in the food services. So...
12-09-21, 12:28 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,794
Posted By canopus

I understand that, but tips should not be counted...

I understand that, but tips should not be counted on. No one should get angry at me for telling me a price, me giving that price and then getting upset for not getting more than was requested.
I...
12-09-21, 11:56 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,794
Posted By canopus

I'm weird. I don't tip for doing your job. I go...

I'm weird. I don't tip for doing your job. I go out of my way to be understanding and not give anyone a hard time, smile and say thank you, but business sets the price. I pay the price, I expect...
12-08-21, 09:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,203
Posted By canopus

Please start a new post as you have pulled up a 5...

Please start a new post as you have pulled up a 5 year old thread to start a new conversation...
12-08-21, 09:32 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,481
Posted By canopus

Just WOW. What about simply washing the...

Just WOW.
What about simply washing the bike/bars and a good spray lube in the shifters, etc?
12-08-21, 09:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,587
Posted By canopus

:lol: Been there done that myself. We just...

:lol: Been there done that myself. We just ultimately like to help, dates be damned.:thumb:
Replies: 53
Views: 34,243
Posted By canopus

I find sensitivity in my knees with 2.5mm of...

I find sensitivity in my knees with 2.5mm of difference. All my bikes have 170's now except for my BMX/cruiser stuff. 165's might be coming sooner than I would like.
12-08-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,587
Posted By canopus

Meanwhile... 4 years later....

Meanwhile... 4 years later....
12-08-21, 01:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 982
Posted By canopus

I would hazard a guess it has to do with the...

I would hazard a guess it has to do with the availbility of cartridge bearings vs the manufacturing of a special bearings and races and the labor to make it all smooth.polished and slick. Much...
12-07-21, 04:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,656
Posted By canopus

That will be fine. rarely will inward radiating...

That will be fine. rarely will inward radiating spokes snug up to the hub flange.

Pic Assist​​​​​​​...
12-07-21, 02:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,305
Posted By canopus

Extreme conditions = Shorten your service...

Extreme conditions = Shorten your service interval times...
12-06-21, 04:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,146
Posted By canopus

Campy 2x10 and 3x10 here on all my bikes...

Campy 2x10 and 3x10 here on all my bikes...
12-06-21, 04:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 854
Posted By canopus

My brain on this thread....:foo:..:twitchy:.. ...

My brain on this thread....:foo:..:twitchy:..

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12-06-21, 11:14 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,355
Posted By canopus

:lol: cantankerous = see. canopus

:lol:
cantankerous = see. canopus
12-05-21, 12:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,355
Posted By canopus

Get snarky and you get less answers... Provide...

Get snarky and you get less answers...
Provide the Year, Make and Model of your bike.
To us "seniors" a headset is the full monty... cups, bearings, races, locknuts, washers. Comes in package,...
12-03-21, 10:14 AM
Replies: 6,492
Views: 762,583
Posted By canopus

ISO/WTT/WTB 1984 Trek 890 in a 23" size. Frame...

ISO/WTT/WTB
1984 Trek 890 in a 23" size. Frame and fork or full bike...


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12-02-21, 03:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,449
Posted By canopus

They make the wheel go round & round...

They make the wheel go round & round (:innocent:)...
12-02-21, 01:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,017
Posted By canopus

:deadhorse:

:deadhorse:
12-02-21, 10:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,551
Posted By canopus

If there is no play when facing forward and there...

If there is no play when facing forward and there is play when the forks are turned 90 degrees, then there is an issue within the headset, the head tube, the cups or races where they are not faced...
11-30-21, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,058
Posted By canopus

Even same sized tires could have different...

Even same sized tires could have different circumferences. Does this not accept user inputted tire circumference? Even my cheap $20 Sigma accepted circumference in mm.
To measure tire...
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