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11-26-21, 12:30 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,400
Posted By klasse

Wrap them in cork tape like you would a road...

Wrap them in cork tape like you would a road handlebar. Works really well, I had these bars.
04-12-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,651
Posted By klasse

For the cranks/rings, I use an oil catch (they...

For the cranks/rings, I use an oil catch (they give them away at Auto Zone when you buy oil), then soak the parts in very hot water & simple green. Scrub with a metal brush. Works great.

Also...
04-06-21, 02:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,053
Posted By klasse

Important to position the bleed valve at the...

Important to position the bleed valve at the lowest point? This is mentioned in some videos....supposedly it helps push all of the air out.

I bled my front brake, don't think I did an A job,...
04-05-21, 07:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,043
Posted By klasse

Well, for $26 I bought Suntour platform pedals...

Well, for $26 I bought Suntour platform pedals which I love. You seem shocked that you knowingly bought a cheap pedal - and discovered the pedals are cheaply made.
03-22-21, 01:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,053
Posted By klasse

Thanks, do you fill up the funnel with new brake...

Thanks, do you fill up the funnel with new brake fluid? Or just load up your syringe with fresh fluid, then push it into the system, removing the old fluid into the funnel? The video above is...
Forum: For Sale
03-21-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,318
Posted By klasse

the rear mech is Record. the Chorus ones say...

the rear mech is Record. the Chorus ones say "Chorus." Suggestion: include photos of the hubs and quick releases.
03-21-21, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,053
Posted By klasse

Thanks, will remove pads and insert the brake...

Thanks, will remove pads and insert the brake block. I ordered a kit on ebay that has everything (except for leur lock) including Shimano mineral oil.
03-21-21, 03:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,053
Posted By klasse

Shimano XTR Brake Bleed - first time. Suggestions?

So I decided to bleed my brakes! Previously, I figured that I would leave this job to the shop, but I had a change of heart after watching some YT videos. I found this one to be informative:...
03-16-21, 11:06 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,318
Posted By klasse

yeah, that would be a LOT of miles! By that...

yeah, that would be a LOT of miles! By that time, your bigger problem would likely be spoke nipples (difficult to turn). You would have ridden so many miles by that time.......keep riding!
03-11-21, 09:56 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 15,017
Posted By klasse

that's a 93? some of them came with a suspension...

that's a 93? some of them came with a suspension fork, think they called it Future Shock.
03-11-21, 08:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,291
Posted By klasse

Try putting a shoehorn in there to push it out....

Try putting a shoehorn in there to push it out. Funny I also have 46.5 Sidis. You may find one of your feet is larger than the other..
02-26-21, 01:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,865
Posted By klasse

Just thought I would bump this up. So what are...

Just thought I would bump this up. So what are the preferred vintage road shops - mechanics for Greater Los Angeles? I was at Velo Pasadena (I think) around 10 years ago...I think they wrench on old...
02-26-21, 12:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,072
Posted By klasse

small ring looks like sharp teeth also.........

small ring looks like sharp teeth also.........
Forum: For Sale
02-24-21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,652
Posted By klasse

RD looks just like my 10sp RD, but you say it's 9...

RD looks just like my 10sp RD, but you say it's 9 speed? Can you please post more photos of the shifters? thanks.
02-21-21, 08:30 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,652
Posted By klasse

Campy is certainly the bees knees. My Italian...

Campy is certainly the bees knees. My Italian roadie is Campy Rec 8sp, though I happily ride Shimano Di2 and 8sp STI on other bikes. A huge gap if we compare Campy Record hubs from the early 90's to...
02-18-21, 10:04 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 11,287
Posted By klasse

parting out a complete bike, can make a bit, save...

parting out a complete bike, can make a bit, save and use some parts. I don't know who's buying complete bikes, sinking money into them, then selling the complete bike for a profit.
02-18-21, 09:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By klasse

Looks like I lucked out, maybe I did notice it,...

Looks like I lucked out, maybe I did notice it, see attached. thanks again!
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x640/chainring_notch_d46d90efa3b824b3d4e4c0ee5068e73c47b1d129.jpg
02-17-21, 11:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By klasse

I never saw the triangle. I did have the ring on...

I never saw the triangle. I did have the ring on backwards, and the situation seems to be fixed. thanks to all.
02-12-21, 06:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,536
Posted By klasse

haha, made me laugh at a time I really needed a...

haha, made me laugh at a time I really needed a laugh. good question, OP, I would say it would be a shame to scrap a Campy hub! cheers
02-09-21, 07:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By klasse

I didn't notice the "triangle" marking, but will...

I didn't notice the "triangle" marking, but will check. 53/39T Ultegra 6800. Thanks for the info, will update.
02-08-21, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 998
Posted By klasse

Chain falling between chainrings when dropping down to smaller ring

Di2 shifting, New chain, 11sp Connex on Ultegra 11sp double cranks and cassette. When dropping the chain down to the small chainring and while in the highest 3 gears (the cogs farthest from the...
01-25-21, 12:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,631
Posted By klasse

No prob. Chain holds nicely on the cassette, bike...

No prob. Chain holds nicely on the cassette, bike runs great in the big ring. I ordered the 39T ring on Amazon for around $20, was impressed with the value. I've been procrastinating on installing...
01-18-21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,631
Posted By klasse

Thanks for the speedy replies. Is your theory...

Thanks for the speedy replies. Is your theory consistent with the fact that the previous (well worn) chain did not skip around on this chainring? I'm guessing "yes" but just checking. Well, I am...
01-18-21, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,631
Posted By klasse

New chain, noisy only in small chainring

I didn't have any noise with the previous chain, but it was well stretched. New chain installed, I'm getting noise only in the smaller chainring on ALL gears. In the big ring, everything is fine &...
01-05-21, 11:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,631
Posted By klasse

"odo ban" product available at home depot is...

"odo ban" product available at home depot is pretty good for yoga towels (very sweaty!)
01-05-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,264
Posted By klasse

I have a bike box with a built in fork mount, so...

I have a bike box with a built in fork mount, so the bike stays in one place. Not the cheapest solution, of course, but solid. As to your question about how/what to disassemble, my experience with...
01-02-21, 11:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,483
Posted By klasse

Well, you may have to swap the bottom bracket if...

Well, you may have to swap the bottom bracket if the length is not proper. I guess my first step would be how many speeds I want to run, then Shimano, Sram, or Campy...then go from there. 2004 was...
12-31-20, 09:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,580
Posted By klasse

Chain & cassette tend to wear together, so they...

Chain & cassette tend to wear together, so they become mated over time - at least that's my experience. I would say - TRY IT OUT for awhile and see how it goes. If things don't work out, you can...
12-31-20, 05:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,657
Posted By klasse

The 3 chain issues I've remedied recently all...

The 3 chain issues I've remedied recently all involved single speeds. Two were on beach cruisers, yesterday was an e-bike. We are not talking about simple chain slippage here, rather situations where...
12-31-20, 11:08 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,549
Posted By klasse

I enjoyed reading this article. After an initial...

I enjoyed reading this article. After an initial read, this is all the article says about bike maintenance:“Be sure to wash the salt and sand off your drivetrain (the chain ring, chain, cassette...
12-30-20, 11:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,657
Posted By klasse

Glad you asked. I am referring to repairs you...

Glad you asked. I am referring to repairs you have done for others. I stop if someone needs help. The chain can be pretty baffling for novices.
12-30-20, 09:54 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,157
Posted By klasse

I like those saddle bags that you can just twist...

I like those saddle bags that you can just twist off. I can't remember what they're called - not cheap, but very nice!
12-30-20, 09:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,657
Posted By klasse

Most common roadside fix you have done lately..

Over the past few months, I have put on at least three chains for stranded riders. Just wondering what types of repairs everyone else is encountering.
12-30-20, 04:21 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 4,093
Posted By klasse

I ride a 1992 RB-1 (yellow/white) in addition to...

I ride a 1992 RB-1 (yellow/white) in addition to other modern bikes. The '93 is the most sought after of the RB-1 due to the Ritchey fork. You can find the Bridgestone catalogs online (Google) and...
12-29-20, 11:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,897
Posted By klasse

Rockhopper FS? I had a '98 in gold. Should be...

Rockhopper FS? I had a '98 in gold. Should be 135mm. I see a rear wheel right now on ebay that would work. I sold off the last of my 26" wheels last year I think, but they are not too hard to come...
12-29-20, 08:37 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 17,612
Posted By klasse

MTB can get down to around 17 lbs. with 8sp...

MTB can get down to around 17 lbs. with 8sp drivetrain, but not with the parts shown on the OP above. Frankly, I think it's a waste of time to transfer those parts to diff frame to save weight. To go...
12-06-20, 12:05 AM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,100,558
Posted By klasse

no longer in the stable, but pics are forever... '93 MB-1

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x1017/93_mb1_diag_pic_617f4df20d44b394bf349c52aa56eaa7be6db30f.jpg...
11-28-20, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,491
Posted By klasse

Lots of questions: Was using double ring, 7400...

Lots of questions: Was using double ring, 7400 cranks (the shiny ones) on a Bridgestone RB-1. Ultimately, as mentioned above, I just switched to the Shimano 600 cranks using 113mm symmetrical and all...
11-26-20, 11:20 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,097
Posted By klasse

Couple of times: 1. Late 1990's in Davis,...

Couple of times:

1. Late 1990's in Davis, CA., got pulled over by a bike cop on campus. He blew a whistle, then came after me hammering.
2. 7-8 years ago in Marina Del Rey for running through a...
11-26-20, 11:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,024
Posted By klasse

+1. Ultegra, Dura Ace, Campy 8sp rear hubs, all...

+1. Ultegra, Dura Ace, Campy 8sp rear hubs, all very nice!
11-26-20, 10:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,491
Posted By klasse

BB length for Dura Ace 7400 cranks, 8 speed

Wondering if anyone is running 8sp brifters with Dura Ace 7400 cranks. So, here's my experience:

Sheldon Brown says it should be 113mm with +3mm offset (3mm longer) on the drive side. I ordered a...
11-24-20, 10:37 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,851
Posted By klasse

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x480/rb1_non_drive_side_a7525458e5101bd5384f30a92569473aca0b5345.jpg
not enough pics in this thread!
mostly original equipment 1992 with...
10-29-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,093
Posted By klasse

Phil made two tools, I never got the one with...

Phil made two tools, I never got the one with lever arm attached. Great bottom bracket, I think they use the same tool since 1971....
10-26-20, 12:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,452
Posted By klasse

Well, I found that there was always play...

Well, I found that there was always play (movement) in the saddle. I find the Fox Transfer to be way better performing and lower price tag.
Replies: 15
Views: 1,706
Posted By klasse

Re the eBay bike, I don't know how you know what...

Re the eBay bike, I don't know how you know what size it is in cm - which is how Bstones are sized. Hard to get a good grip of the frame condition ("fair" at best) without seeing the chainstays and...
10-18-20, 09:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,452
Posted By klasse

No, it's a dropper post. I got rid of my KS Lev...

No, it's a dropper post. I got rid of my KS Lev post, went with Fox Transfer. Just get rid of the KS...seriously.
Forum: For Sale
10-18-20, 08:57 PM
Forum: For Sale
10-09-20, 12:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 628
Posted By klasse

MTB Chainrings 110 and 74bcd

Clearing out my vintage MTB stuff, some C-rings:

Shimano SG-X, 48t, 110bcd $28
Avatar probably (unbranded, made in USA), 38t, 110bcd, $10
Shimano SG, 110bcd, 36t, $12
Sugino 34t, 110bcd, only...
10-02-20, 07:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,667
Posted By klasse

Oh man, the Bridgestone RB-1 has Ishiwata tubing....

Oh man, the Bridgestone RB-1 has Ishiwata tubing. Not internally routed, however. 130mm rear spacing. Rides very nicely, the geometry is awesome (for me anyway).
Forum: For Sale
09-29-20, 11:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 495
Posted By klasse

NOS Campy Record 8sp 13-26 Cassette

SOLD thx for looking!
$95 + actual ship or pickup in Venice!
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1186x909/nos_8sp_2_c0927168683f189e33a4123d7b5f899f938df86b.jpg...
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