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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 32,877
Posted By Reynolds

^^As I said, I have no complaints about my Nexus...

^^As I said, I have no complaints about my Nexus 8. However, I don't like much the uneven gear spacing compared with the 7.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 414
Posted By Reynolds

I tried a similar one a couple of times and...

I tried a similar one a couple of times and didn't like it - when braking loaded it tended to swing to one side.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 647
Posted By Reynolds

Polish Team too.

Polish Team too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 326
Posted By Reynolds

I think there were different spline patterns, but...

I think there were different spline patterns, but they would be very different and evident by eye.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,171
Posted By Reynolds

I don't know about respect, but if you do that it...

I don't know about respect, but if you do that it won't be a road bike anymore but won't be a gravel or CX bike either. Just my 0.02.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 30,526
Posted By Reynolds

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,887
Posted By Reynolds

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,090
Posted By Reynolds

In my experience, most tires can be mounted...

In my experience, most tires can be mounted without problems either way. But when you're struggling with a difficult one, better start opposite the valve - sometimes it's the only way it will go.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 713
Posted By Reynolds

If there's any axial play, I don't think it's...

If there's any axial play, I don't think it's from the bearings. Maybe the pedal body is sliding on the bearings? If so, the dustcap shouldn't be overtightened, using a shim would be better.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,090
Posted By Reynolds

Same here, until 3 months ago - a Schwalbe Big...

Same here, until 3 months ago - a Schwalbe Big Betty defeated me. It's like a motorcycle tire!


Like a friend of mine, but he's got hands like those guys who tear phone directories at shows...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,297
Posted By Reynolds

I'd just file it down and inflate to max pressure...

I'd just file it down and inflate to max pressure +10%. If no issues, deflate to desired pressure and ride it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 469
Posted By Reynolds

Spocalc says 288 for high flange and 294mm for...

Spocalc says 288 for high flange and 294mm for low flange Campagnolo front hubs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 469
Posted By Reynolds

AI said it was for a front wheel.

AI said it was for a front wheel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 469
Posted By Reynolds

Impressive.

Impressive.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,178
Posted By Reynolds

Sorry about that! But I admire your attitude and...

Sorry about that! But I admire your attitude and humor.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 713
Posted By Reynolds

From the MKS drawing, I think the bearings are...

From the MKS drawing, I think the bearings are non adjustable and should be left alone. The dustcap seems to be a stop for the outer bearing to keep the pedal body in place, so if you loosen it there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 395
Posted By Reynolds

7-11% - less on high gears, a bit more on low...

7-11% - less on high gears, a bit more on low ones.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 2,722
Posted By Reynolds

Serious Cyclist™. Now seriously... old,...

Serious Cyclist™.

Now seriously... old, slow, (fairly) long distance rider.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 32,877
Posted By Reynolds

The drive side cap doesn't seem to be affected at...

The drive side cap doesn't seem to be affected at all. Only downside I've found is, as the hub isn't really designed for oil use, some ATF (very little actually) seeps out from the drive side. If you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 32,877
Posted By Reynolds

Update: 11 years and 2 months after I posted...

Update: 11 years and 2 months after I posted this, my Nexus 8 is still going strong at 60,000km. I drilled and tapped a hole and use ATF, drain and add 15ml every 5-6,000km. I have no complaints...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,171
Posted By Reynolds

I supposed SR was one of the tallest headsets,...

I supposed SR was one of the tallest headsets, but was too lazy to confirm and post it. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 609
Posted By Reynolds

Discussed here: ...

Discussed here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/811588-italian-threaded-fork.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,171
Posted By Reynolds

Super Record is top of the line and available....

Super Record is top of the line and available. Why would you want to replace it with a different one?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,171
Posted By Reynolds

If all is correct as you say, I'd trim the...

If all is correct as you say, I'd trim the steerer a bit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 559
Posted By Reynolds

I don't remember, it was some years ago.

I don't remember, it was some years ago.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 559
Posted By Reynolds

My experience with roller headsets is very...

My experience with roller headsets is very limited, but the ones I've seen appeared to be more prone to "brinelling" than ball bearing headsets. Could it be?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 446
Posted By Reynolds

Great restoration job and video! I liked how he...

Great restoration job and video! I liked how he used mostly vintage tools too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,170
Posted By Reynolds

I thought the same, but maybe those were workers...

I thought the same, but maybe those were workers refitting the sub, not the ship crew?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,170
Posted By Reynolds

Great photos, thanks!

Great photos, thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 441
Posted By Reynolds

You need an electric hoist. Problem solved!

You need an electric hoist. Problem solved!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 7,887
Posted By Reynolds

The O-ring in my Scott helmet didn't work. I used...

The O-ring in my Scott helmet didn't work. I used a splitter buckle from a discarded helmet as a stop on the 2 straps exiting my helmet buckle, worked OK.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 2,424
Views: 577,656
Posted By Reynolds

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Norwegian actress Liv Ullmann, Bergman's favorite and one of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,180
Posted By Reynolds

I always used 170 on my road and MTB bikes until...

I always used 170 on my road and MTB bikes until I put 175 on my MTB some years ago because I wanted to try it. Later I built my hybrid city bike and put 165 on it because that's what I had at hand...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,981
Posted By Reynolds

Also that, I forgot to say in my older post that...

Also that, I forgot to say in my older post that the Tuffys still wouldn't completely avoid flats, especially from thin car tire wires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 358
Posted By Reynolds

You could've done far worse for $70 IMO.

You could've done far worse for $70 IMO.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,959
Posted By Reynolds

"Scientific" fitting is OK, but I'd rather have...

"Scientific" fitting is OK, but I'd rather have the opinion of a veteran coach who has fitted hundreds of riders by eye.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 10:35 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,981
Posted By Reynolds

I wouldn't use tire liners - had bad experiences...

I wouldn't use tire liners - had bad experiences with Mr. Tuffys BITD. After some months of use, the liners' ends eroded the tubes and caused flats.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 12,671
Posted By Reynolds

Looks fake, no guitar.

Looks fake, no guitar.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,602
Posted By Reynolds

I have some friends who like to ride fully loaded...

I have some friends who like to ride fully loaded bikes, mostly on gravel/ripio, with many steep climbs, for 2-3 weeks. They wouldn't change their 3x for anything (well, at least the older ones...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 473
Posted By Reynolds

I'd keep the wheels original, for the reasons you...

I'd keep the wheels original, for the reasons you said. If you later find the tubulars impractical, or just don't like them, you could build a new clincher wheelset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 408
Posted By Reynolds

That condorino bar would convince me to go get it.

That condorino bar would convince me to go get it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,607
Posted By Reynolds

Calling that patina wouldn't work, I guess?

Calling that patina wouldn't work, I guess?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 907
Posted By Reynolds

Looks like a nice frame. About the fixed cup...

Looks like a nice frame.
About the fixed cup removal, I've seen it used successfully, but I think it works more because of the heat rather than by providing a sure way to hold the cup.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 998
Posted By Reynolds

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,624
Posted By Reynolds

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 803
Posted By Reynolds

Homemade trailer hitch IMO.

Homemade trailer hitch IMO.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 08:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,666
Posted By Reynolds

That may be true, but still the E-Type is a great...

That may be true, but still the E-Type is a great car.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,053
Posted By Reynolds

Great links steelbikeguy, thanks!

Great links steelbikeguy, thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,369
Posted By Reynolds

I' d just stay away from that Trek.

I' d just stay away from that Trek.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,383
Posted By Reynolds

Like others said, it's not a tire bead seating...

Like others said, it's not a tire bead seating problem, it's a sidewall problem. Replace that tire ASAP.
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