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Forum: Southern California
04-08-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 171
Posted By jzr756

Looking for info on Bud's ride Frank Bonelly park San Dimas

Might anyone have info on "Bud's Ride starting at Frank Bonelly park in San Dimas ? I went to Socalbikeride.com the only info they show is a video and non interactive and faded map. Looking for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,999
Posted By jzr756

"These days I seem to think a lot About the...

"These days I seem to think a lot About the things that I forgot to do for you, and all the times I had the chance to."--J. Browne:thumb:
Forum: Southern California
04-02-24, 01:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By jzr756

Thanks roadcrankr. Forgot to ask. Does GMR...

Thanks roadcrankr. Forgot to ask. Does GMR continue ascending past the "shack" as some refer to it, supposedly this is the 8 mile mark from the lower gate? does it level off at this point?
Forum: Southern California
04-01-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By jzr756

Thanks so much for the details! Seriously...

Thanks so much for the details! Seriously appreciate it! 94 % up hill? Sounds like quite a challenge. I've done Claremont to the Cafe via Baldy rd a few times For me thats pretty brutal.. Looking...
Forum: Southern California
04-01-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By jzr756

Question on doing GMR 4/03/2024

So I've heard so many good reviews on riding GMR over to Mt baldy cafe decided to take a stab at it day after tomorrow . My understanding is the starting point is Sierra Madre passing through some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,999
Posted By jzr756

Sounds like an excellent list of Items!

Sounds like an excellent list of Items!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,999
Posted By jzr756

Oh my! sounds similar . In a crash the rear...

Oh my! sounds similar . In a crash the rear derailleur tightly lodged into the rear spokes.At the moment, I couldn't figure out the tension of the spokes kept it seized in place , had no choice but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,999
Posted By jzr756

Now that's "uber" prepared. 2k /mo? Awsome! I'm a...

Now that's "uber" prepared. 2k /mo? Awsome! I'm a beginner @ 68 y/o a little over 500 miles /mo
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,999
Posted By jzr756

What is the furthest you've walked after a flat or mechanical break down ?

And how did you feel physically after the fact? So I've been riding approximately 1 year 4 months to date. My most recent ride at the 52 mile mark. In that time frame I've only experienced a single...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-23-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,517
Posted By jzr756

OH goodness gracious, instead of being apologetic...

OH goodness gracious, instead of being apologetic still you persist? All the while contributing tid bits in your campaign to any degree large or small to generate and heep reticule on another forum...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,517
Posted By jzr756

Be advised,in view of your insulting mostly...

Be advised,in view of your insulting mostly presumptuous comments, you're in literal/direct violation of the forum's basic rules and guidelines.of which you would do well to read
review, word for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 6,444
Posted By jzr756

Wow! Talk about extreme accuracy. Simultaneous...

Wow! Talk about extreme accuracy. Simultaneous lateral/radial runout pretty cool. Although seems, Life line Pro's 115.00 truing stand would suit my own purposes just fine.. This topic brings back to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,517
Posted By jzr756

"Whew"!Thank you!

"Whew"!Thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,517
Posted By jzr756

LOL,No intension to ovecomplicate ."Don't...

LOL,No intension to ovecomplicate ."Don't overcomplicate" the as asking of a question.. Just a simple question. "Obviously" removing the rear wheel is standard procedure. .Maybe read into the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,517
Posted By jzr756

LOL!OMG! outside and inside spring firm joint...

LOL!OMG! outside and inside spring firm joint calipers , and a steel rule or other measuring device . Our machinist's would use them in our fleet equipment shop, forgot all about them as well. would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-24, 04:32 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,517
Posted By jzr756

Anyone have an alternate method to measure O.L.D.

So looking to convert from freewheel to freehub and wonder if some might have a workaround for measuring O.L.D. working around spokes wheel assembly installed. Or even while out and about shopping...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,422
Posted By jzr756

Is road bike weight limit determined by frame or rim and tires?

As the title. Did vintage road bikes have a weight limit back in the day? If so, does the weight limit apply to the frame or rim/tire combination? Either one, where would you find such a spec? @ my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By jzr756

Hey thank you Thermionic Scott. think I'll test...

Hey thank you Thermionic Scott. think I'll test out shimming see how that works out. Really requires acclimating to a new riding position. Back hunched over, drop bars, friction shifters and all....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By jzr756

Thank you Iride01 I did try rotating...

Thank you Iride01 I did try rotating repositioning the bar and levers seems it's the closest I'll get. Not sure how the spacer works, where would it be palced?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 717
Posted By jzr756

Are there any other brake lever options for small hands

Sorry for my 101 bike questions. In my case, It's all relatively new exciting stuff. So just got the old Motobecane sport out on the road today. Getting used to drop bar brake levers not so easy....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 405
Posted By jzr756

Recommendations for vintage bike brake pads?

Recommendations? Been looking for replacement pads for the old Motobecane Sport. Seems a popular choice are Kool stop pads. Not sure if the calipers are Wienmann or Dia Compe. Was considering refills...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 635
Posted By jzr756

Got It Thanks!

Got It Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 635
Posted By jzr756

Where in hierarchy does the Bridgestone 700 lie?

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,930
Posted By jzr756

spClark , I do like how that V-GT looks all...

spClark , I do like how that V-GT looks all mounted up ! That cable clamp looks totally accessible as well LOL... That 1st low sprocket appears rather large in the pic, something akin to a Shimano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,930
Posted By jzr756

Hey Dave thanks so much to all. And for your...

Hey Dave thanks so much to all. And for your excellent detailed write up! The only problem I have with the ARX aside from the "looks" is accessing that difficult cable clamp getting the shifter cable...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,930
Posted By jzr756

Kabuki12, I agree, I like the look of the Cyclone...

Kabuki12, I agree, I like the look of the Cyclone as well 😀
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,930
Posted By jzr756

sClark I'll post one now ...

sClark I'll post one now
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,930
Posted By jzr756

Can a SunTour long cage ARX RD be replaced by V GT RD ?

Hello all . I been thinking about swapping out my Suntour long cage ARX for the Suntour V GT RD more for aesthetics than anything else. I'd prefer NOS, so far I haven't come across one. Even if so,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 741
Posted By jzr756

Thanks piff. Interesting on your preference...

Thanks piff. Interesting on your preference towards straight forward friction shifters. a preference of many. Really looks like it's requires some practise. I been thinking about changing over to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 741
Posted By jzr756

Thanks again dddd, went back for a second look...

Thanks again dddd, went back for a second look after posting it no longer shifts but the FD never really moves. as measured with a ruler between the inner FD cage and the frame. The chain does remain...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 741
Posted By jzr756

Thankyou ddd. Maybe a more appropriate accurate ...

Thankyou ddd. Maybe a more appropriate accurate title and question would be- How to make a Symmetric shifter Trim instead of shift?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 741
Posted By jzr756

Thankyou oneclick. I'm totally new to friction...

Thankyou oneclick. I'm totally new to friction shifting particularly Symmetric. this being my first road bike. I've only used index shifting at this point.Guess I'll be enjoying another learning...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 741
Posted By jzr756

Thanks Classtime. LOL most definitely would make...

Thanks Classtime. LOL most definitely would make for a welcome addition to my would be bike shop! Previously looked at those before improvising/repurposing the engine stand. I get it.

Thank you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 02:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 741
Posted By jzr756

Suntour Symmetric shifter, does it "trim" or shift?

Just picked up this old Motobecane Jubilee Sport with an old Suntour Symmetric shifter. Cleaned it up , reassembled . I'm not clear if the symmetric system is intended to "trim" the front derailleur...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-23, 06:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 877
Posted By jzr756

Just Curiosity really.Sorry, should have...

Just Curiosity really.Sorry, should have clarified that initially. I just got into the sport within the last year..Just still trying to learn every aspect both from a riding as well as a mechanical...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-26-23, 03:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 877
Posted By jzr756

Senior Member? Gee, Really? thanks for the...

Senior Member? Gee, Really? thanks for the help.Remember the old adage? if you cant say some thing nice don't say nothing at all. just keep scrolling.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-23, 08:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 877
Posted By jzr756

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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From Suntour '88 catalog spec's capacity is 40T maximum cog 32T?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 877
Posted By jzr756

Correct , searched Velo Base every which way...

Correct , searched Velo Base every which way nothing comes up. closest I can get is SL-XP-xxxx as opposed to SL-XR00-xxx not the same part via the pic.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-23, 07:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 877
Posted By jzr756

Correct, not the same Co. through a management...

Correct, not the same Co. through a management buyout Suntour changed hands in '95 which then became SR Suntour.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-23, 09:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 877
Posted By jzr756

Can anyone tell when SR Suntour made Thumb Shifters?

Actually on second look , they appear a solid black color. these are without barrel adjusters.??...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 829
Posted By jzr756

Oh shoot! thank you for the info!

Oh shoot! thank you for the info!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 829
Posted By jzr756

I don't understand why they can't just make a...

I don't understand why they can't just make a normal wide range one like the original SunTour's. :twitchy:[/QUOTE]
I totally agree ! Seems like a pretty abrupt drop going from 24T - 34. I lost out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-23, 07:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 829
Posted By jzr756

Question on new Shimano MegaRange freewheel

Hello All . I just ordered within last couple days a new Shimano MegaRange MF-TZ30-6 14/34 6 speed freewheel to replace my old Suntour Alpha 13/30. Unfortunately I didn't consider what type chain...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 422
Posted By jzr756

Was the Schwinn Sierra a step up from Schwinn Impact?

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Hello All I seem to have contracted the collecting...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
11-21-23, 04:22 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,254
Posted By jzr756

What HRM do you use and/or recommend?

So I'm in the market for a Heart Rate Monitor. ,So ide like to ask , which HRM do you guys use and/or recommend ? From my research looks like the chest strap variety is the most accurate? My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-23, 03:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 852
Posted By jzr756

Thanks maddog34, and thanks for the suggestion!...

Thanks maddog34, and thanks for the suggestion! Got me curious now...in changing up from a 6-7sp. freewheel is this accomplished via closer 7sp cog spacing and reduced chain width Or how does that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-23, 02:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 852
Posted By jzr756

Hello John thanks for finding and posting the...

Hello John thanks for finding and posting the page out of the 88' catalog. I had located the page couple days back .search as I may I couldn't find it again. That page is exactly what got me headed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-23, 10:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 852
Posted By jzr756

OK,, the B screw setting / dimension is set by...

OK,, the B screw setting / dimension is set by chain length. Every thing else I have does include one (the "B" screw that is) Thanks for schooling me on that. I did notice the pulleys didnt look in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-23, 07:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 852
Posted By jzr756

Thanks Kontact, Sort of figured it was more of a...

Thanks Kontact, Sort of figured it was more of a durability characteristic between them all to a degree? Really no difference in performance between the three? Yeah lubed and cleaned the poor thing...
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