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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-10, 01:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 604
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

So i tried using a new cable since i was tugging...

So i tried using a new cable since i was tugging and tearing at this cable for so long and this new cable does work a little bit better now. It doesn't lose as much tension but it still does after...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-10, 12:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 604
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Either my shifter or my rear derailler have a problem (cable tension issue)

I am setting up a 7-speed bike. I have a new 7-speed shimano cassette on a HG Shimano 600 hub. I am using a Suntour Cyclone 7000 rear derailler and a shimano 7-speed indeed bar-end shifter.

Now...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-10, 01:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 709
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Thank you so much for the quick response! I will...

Thank you so much for the quick response! I will try that out as soon as i dig up some washers, or run out and get some if i don't have any. Considering i am using a 7-speed in a frame built for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-10, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 709
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

derailler hanger bolt hits chain when in smallest cog

I am almost done with this spring time project for a friend but i have hit a bit of a snag. I have an old raleigh mixte frame that i got powder coated and i just installed a new rear derailleur on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-09, 06:50 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,054
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Need: 7-speed shimano indexed shifters...

Need:
7-speed shimano indexed shifters (preferably bar-end)

Have:
Check some of my previous posts
Shimano 600 rear hub (28 hole, 7-speed HG)
some other shimano and suntour stuff
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-21-09, 07:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,617
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Coming from somebody who did the exact same job...

Coming from somebody who did the exact same job search as you back in May when the shops actually had business, it WILL be hard. I had one year experience working at a co-op on campus at my college...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-20-09, 12:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,073
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Will it work with older deraillers from he 80s or...

Will it work with older deraillers from he 80s or early 90s for those of us who have more vintage drivetrains and want to get some bar-end shifters for our 7-speed rides?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-09, 09:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 607
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

QR to Bolt-on or security QR skewers

I currently have hubs that have QR axels and I am worried about security so i want to change them to bolt-ons. How do i find the correct length and thread pitch i need for the solid axle i will be...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-09, 01:33 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 6,579
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I went to Umass Amherst and we have a great...

I went to Umass Amherst and we have a great cycling scene. We have a team that travels all over the east coast and does all types of cycling, not just road so if you want to get into some cyclecross...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-09, 10:03 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,054
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

In need of a Shimano 600 rear cassette hub with...

In need of a Shimano 600 rear cassette hub with 32 or 36 holes. Willing to trade or buy.

I Have:
1. Shimano 600 rear hub (28 hole) w/ 7 speed hyperglide cassette (12-21)
2. 2 Mavic MA-40 650c...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-09, 06:58 AM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,768,054
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

WTB: 1. Shimano 600 rear hub (32 or 36 hole) ...

WTB:
1. Shimano 600 rear hub (32 or 36 hole)
2. Campy Nuovo Record pedals (early 70s)
3. Campy Nuovo Record seatpost 27.2 (early 70s)

Have:
1. Shimano 600 rear hub (28 hole) w/ 7 speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-09, 07:34 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,647
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

My 1976 Raleigh International with full 531...

My 1976 Raleigh International with full 531 tubing has my 3 speed hub laced to a velocity aerohead on it. It is one of the 1956 Alloy Sturmy-Archer hubs too so it is even lighter than the regular...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-09, 05:05 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,392
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

How do you know if a hub is designed for radial...

How do you know if a hub is designed for radial lacing or not?

Also, why is it such a big deal to re-lace a hub in a different pattern? I have seen some people do it with no problems but maybe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-11-09, 10:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,564
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I am not sure that is true even though i have not...

I am not sure that is true even though i have not tried it. According to the Sheldon Brown cribsheets (http://www.sheldonbrown.com/k7.html#spacing) on cassette spacing, there is a bit of a difference...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-09, 10:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,341
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Thanks for all the posts everybody. Lots of...

Thanks for all the posts everybody. Lots of interested ideas. My friend actually told me she didn't really need the second set of brake levers as she is trying to get over her issue of constantly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 07:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,341
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Mustache bars and two sets of brake levers

A friend of mine wants mustache bars on the bike i am building her with bar-end shifters. That part of the setup is no problem as I have set up bar-end shifters on bikes before and actually use...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-09, 11:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 645
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Raleigh Record: Worth a sweet powder coat?

I recently acquired a Raleigh Record mixtie frame from a friend for a good price. The serial number on the frame is NP5 45540. From what i can tell, this means it is a frame from the very early 80s....
Forum: Northeast
10-05-09, 06:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,037
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I live in the Westbury area near Eisenhower Park...

I live in the Westbury area near Eisenhower Park and am 21 years old. Hit me up with a PM and we can ride sometime.
Forum: Touring
05-17-09, 12:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 886
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Choosing Pedals

I will be going on a a tour from Boston to Montreal this summer and i am getting a touring bike together. What i am confused about is what pedal to use. I want to use toe clips and straps since i...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-09, 09:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Thanks for the input. So since it isn't chromed,...

Thanks for the input. So since it isn't chromed, what should i use to touch it up? Just normal hobby paint like Testors?

evwxxx, thanks for that link. He has what i need.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-09, 06:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I was under the impression that the tubes where...

I was under the impression that the tubes where fully chromed before being painted but i am not totally sure of that. Is there anyway to find out? This is the model and color I have:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-09, 04:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 913
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Paint touch up on Chromed Raleigh

I have a 1976 Raleigh International which is full 531 tubing. It is all chromed with orange translucent paint on it except for the lower fork, chainstays, and seatstays. There are some chips and...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-30-07, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 891
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

What kind of geometry is this?

I found this Olmo bike with geometry that i have never seen before and i thought you guys would be best to answer. Why is the seat and top tube curved and the seat stays attaching to the top tube and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-07, 11:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,832
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Puch Questions

I have a Puch frame which i bought used a while ago. I recently got curious about it and decided to see how good it is and if it is worth it to continue riding it or invest in a nicer frame. It is a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-07, 11:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

There is a bike coop here on campus but they...

There is a bike coop here on campus but they don't sell frames. They just fix bikes and sell certain parts. One of the bike shops in the town only sells new bikes and the other one is a used exchange...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-07, 10:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 411
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

3 speed road frame

The crack in the bottom bracket my Puch frame has begun to grow and i feel like it will not be able to take a 3 speed wheel when i put it on. It will probably completely break off at some point which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-07, 07:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I guess i will go buy the 1953 or 1956 SA-AW hub...

I guess i will go buy the 1953 or 1956 SA-AW hub and use that for my conversion. Should i buy the two raleighs anyway since it is $30 for both and maybe strip them for parts or does it look too...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-07, 12:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 589
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Advice on 3-speed hubs

I am going to be converting my Puch into a 3-speed but i need to get a hub first before i build the wheel around it. I checked on craigslist and there is this guy selling two 3-speed Raleigh Sports...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-07, 12:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,517
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I have been riding this bike since i believe...

I have been riding this bike since i believe March now. Up at school it was very hilly and i only used 3 gears, maybe 4. Now back at home where everything is flat i only use two of the gears. Maybe...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-07, 02:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,517
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

3 speed conversion

I am new to cycling and bicycle mechanics but i am eager to learn. I currently have a late 70s Puch Cavette (road bike) i purchased used for $180 a few months back. I took it to another bike shop in...
Forum: Northeast
05-31-07, 06:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,330
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Yeah that is great. I was actually thinking about...

Yeah that is great. I was actually thinking about Atlantic Ave as well but i thought it ended at some point before the 5 towns. Maybe the rest of you guys could also use this route to get around the...
Forum: Northeast
05-30-07, 10:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,330
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Yeah, that is a great question. I have the same...

Yeah, that is a great question. I have the same question, especially since i am looking to try to get from East Meadow to Hewlett on bike without having to take Hempstead Tpk to Peninsula Ave. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-07, 02:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 678
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Thanks guys, really helpful. I don't think i will...

Thanks guys, really helpful. I don't think i will need to arm myself up to the teeth is locks since i am just in suburbia outside of NYC so it is rather safe. I am just worried about the pothead kids...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-07, 04:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 678
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

locking stuff to bike

I was wondering if there was a way to lock stuff to your bike while you were gone, such as helmet and lights and what not. I figure if there was a way to make them un-removable, i would not have to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-07, 03:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,726
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

tried that already with no success. Since the...

tried that already with no success. Since the model number is similar to a phone number i am just getting a whole bunch of offices and business that have that phone number, haha.

Maybe i could...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-07, 11:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,726
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Good idea man, thanks. I just checked the...

Good idea man, thanks.

I just checked the Thule website and looked at all their older and newer trunk mounted bike racks and i did not find one that was similar to mine. All the new ones and sort...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-07, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 7,726
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

need help finding manual for a trunk mount bike rack

recently bought a Thule bike rack used. It was only $30 which saves me over $70 in buying a new rack. It seems to be an old model but it still works. When i bought it the guy put it on my car and i...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-07, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

There are actually two shops around here. One is...

There are actually two shops around here. One is the campus bicycle co-op which is student run and one is a real bike shop in town. Should i trust the on campus bike shop? It is just students who...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-07, 03:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Messed up gears (Back derailer caught in spokes)

I was going up a hill in my Puch Cavette (late 70s, early 80s model) and i was shifting into the lowest gear. I guess my limit stop was messed up and my pedals jammed. I was so confused because my...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-07, 03:12 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 881
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

I went to a bike shop today (Brands on Sunrise...

I went to a bike shop today (Brands on Sunrise for anybody on LI) and i looked around and asked the people that worked there a few questions. They fitted me and i need a 17.5 inch bike. They also...
Forum: Northeast
04-07-07, 01:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 485
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

Hey guys, I'm new

Just stopping by to say hi and was wondering how many other people from Long Island, NY and Amherst, MA are here? I have yet to buy a bicycle but i am really eager to begin cycling since i am tired...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-07, 01:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 881
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

What type of bike would be best for my commute?

I am totally new to the world of bikes and i know there are many different types of bikes like mountain and road and hybrid and what not but i do not know exactly what is best for the conditions i...
Forum: Introductions
04-07-07, 12:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 346
Posted By ConstantinosYEA

New member from Long Island, NY/Amherst, MA

Hey guys! I am obviously new and i do not even own a bike yet so i decided i would join up here and read up a bit before i plunged into the world of cycling. I am from Long Island, NY but i go to...
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