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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 85
Posted By icemilkcoffee

The first wheel I taped up for my kid's MTB...

The first wheel I taped up for my kid's MTB worked perfectly fine, first time out of the gate. The next one seemed to seal OK after a few false starts. But then a day later, while my wife was in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 171
Posted By icemilkcoffee

I don't know about $200, but here is a new set of...

I don't know about $200, but here is a new set of wheels with Velocity Cliffhanger tubeless ready rims for $269:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/274684081776

BTW, there are TONS of 26" rim brake...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 307
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Good thing about Shimano is their extensive...

Good thing about Shimano is their extensive documentation. If you want to check if this component is compatible with that component, you can consult Shimano's compatibility docs:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 85
Posted By icemilkcoffee

The Bontrager rim strips are contoured to fit the...

The Bontrager rim strips are contoured to fit the rim profile, unlike rim tape, so it's not entirely clear how it fits.

I have had enough issues with tubeless rim tape that I try to avoid that now.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 299
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Do they look like this: ...

Do they look like this:
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/t6IAAOSw3J1mObsI/s-l1600.jpg
Just like any old bike parts, your first and last resort should be Ebay:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/116172904811
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 85
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Anyone using Bontrager TLR rim strip on Kinlin XR rim?

Anyone using these Bontrager tubeless rim strips on a Kinlin tubeless ready rim? Or on any non-Bontrager rim? What width did you use?

Also- how about the Caffelatex tubeless rim strip? Any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 860
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Like he says. The tire size will be rather...

Like he says. The tire size will be rather limited, both by the early 90's road frame, and by the Caliper brakes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 299
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Suntour derailleurs are not compatible with...

Suntour derailleurs are not compatible with brifters. You'll need to switch to Shimano derailleurs and crankset. Look for 7 or 8 speed Shimano road groupsets, like the RSX (FDA410-T , RDA410-GS and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 928
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Was it clear coated? How did you get it from this...

Was it clear coated? How did you get it from this non-shiny finish:
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5415_d3b32bb41e04b39c71e2c2e69d5f83f8745ba4bb.jpeg

to this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,799
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Not so MTB and Road Front derailleurs have...

Not so MTB and Road Front derailleurs have different pull ratios. If he has MTB shifters he'll have to stick with MTB front derailleur.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 745
Posted By icemilkcoffee

That is the difficulty. It has to form a seal...

That is the difficulty. It has to form a seal with the hub. Once you do that, then wheel removal will be pretty difficult.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,189
Posted By icemilkcoffee

I like the Dura Ace stem as much as the next guy,...

I like the Dura Ace stem as much as the next guy, but on a Cinelli bike I would have to vote for a Cinelli stem and Cinelli handlebars. Cinelli made a huge variety of stems from mild to wild so one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 514
Views: 26,614
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Centurion Pro-Tour $275 in Los Angeles...

Centurion Pro-Tour $275 in Los Angeles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 514
Views: 26,614
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Just curious- how can you tell that this is a...

Just curious- how can you tell that this is a Paramount, as opposed to say a Schwinn Superior?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 185
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Good looking frame. How does that Shimano wheel...

Good looking frame. How does that Shimano wheel and presumably Shimano cassette work with the Campy groupset?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 390
Posted By icemilkcoffee

A time capsule bike for sure! I wonder why they...

A time capsule bike for sure! I wonder why they chose a Huret RD to go with the Shimano drivetrain?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,142
Posted By icemilkcoffee

I hear you, but I flexed the rear triangle back...

I hear you, but I flexed the rear triangle back and forth and I could not tell any difference between the left side and right side at all. And in any event the 'seat' stay is still intact, so I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 753
Posted By icemilkcoffee

As Barrt2 says, soapy water is the key. Get some...

As Barrt2 says, soapy water is the key. Get some soapy water on the bead of the tire and try again.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 987
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Hear hear. Going to a more expensive dual pivot...

Hear hear. Going to a more expensive dual pivot brakes will not do any miracles. Fix what is wrong with your existing Dia Compe brakes first. In terms of upgrades I would say the best upgrade would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 198
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Update: In a stroke of unbelievable good luck,...

Update: In a stroke of unbelievable good luck, the seller of the pump found the errant spring and sent it to me. It is now re-united with the pump:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,142
Posted By icemilkcoffee

At least it was just a dream for you. For me I...

At least it was just a dream for you. For me I had to wake up to this reality:...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-26-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,517
Posted By icemilkcoffee

I see smaller touring bikes for sale quite often....

I see smaller touring bikes for sale quite often. Smaller framed C&V bikes just don't sell very well. I don't know where you are but here is a $30 Maruishi Tourace in Chico, CA:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 602
Posted By icemilkcoffee

It's not a bad idea. Why are you so down on it?

It's not a bad idea. Why are you so down on it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 652
Posted By icemilkcoffee

So relocate the expanding plug so it's behind...

So relocate the expanding plug so it's behind this clamp
The beauty of this clamp is that you can put your stem off and on as often as you want and never have to worry about adjusting headset...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,506
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Topeak is exactly the bar that failed on...

Topeak is exactly the bar that failed on Tracevelo:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GF5AXiYfOBg&t=549s
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 537
Posted By icemilkcoffee

You are probably thinking of the Mavic CrossRoc...

You are probably thinking of the Mavic CrossRoc wheel, which uses the oversized nut, along with a conventional nipple. The fundamental problem is that the square corners of the nipple would dig into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 537
Posted By icemilkcoffee

The freehub is dead easy to pull out and...

The freehub is dead easy to pull out and lubricate with mineral oil (which is what Mavic recommends). The spokes are proprietary but you can find used spokes on Ebay all day long. I've had no issues...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 480
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Check the bottom bracket area to see if there is...

Check the bottom bracket area to see if there is any rust. Also check that the seatpost is not stuck and the seat bolt/nut is not stripped, or mangled. You most likely will have to replace the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,522
Posted By icemilkcoffee

The problem is that the TPU tube likes to cling...

The problem is that the TPU tube likes to cling to the inner wall of the tire. So when you get to the last part, you will find that the TPU tube is just under the tire bead. Prying the tire bead at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,506
Posted By icemilkcoffee

No it doesn't. There are bikes with carbon forks...

No it doesn't. There are bikes with carbon forks on the roads by the millions. Shouldn't they be breaking all over the place if that was the case?

Needs pictures.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 484
Posted By icemilkcoffee

The Giant TCR was (is?) their top of the line...

The Giant TCR was (is?) their top of the line road racing bike. This one has the top of the line Dura Ace groupset. The Mavic Ksyrium wheels, although not tubeless, has the closed rim bed which means...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,834
Posted By icemilkcoffee

nobody said you could only have one forever bike!...

nobody said you could only have one forever bike! Polygamy is allowed when it comes to forever bikes!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,859
Posted By icemilkcoffee

I think the general consensus is that tubeless...

I think the general consensus is that tubeless works best at lower pressures. For a while I ran 28mm at 80psi and it sealed well and gave a very comfortable ride (another advantage for road...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 514
Views: 26,614
Posted By icemilkcoffee

$200 Eddy Merckx! (40cm with 24" wheels)...

$200 Eddy Merckx! (40cm with 24" wheels)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 514
Views: 26,614
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Can you tell folks not to post the Facebook link...

Can you tell folks not to post the Facebook link as is? You need to change it to something like
facebook . com /marketplace/item/2376843156039174

^ this is a Nitto Golf putter stem for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,585
Posted By icemilkcoffee

The funny thing is, the seat stays are s-shaped...

The funny thing is, the seat stays are s-shaped curved for tire clearance and look like they can take 50mm tires easy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 493
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Very nice. I had no idea Ross built any good...

Very nice. I had no idea Ross built any good quality road bikes apart from their Signature/Tom Kellog line.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 694
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Very nice. Does it really need an oxalic bath? I...

Very nice. Does it really need an oxalic bath? I am not even seeing any rust.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,148
Posted By icemilkcoffee

I'm about the same height and I found 170mm to be...

I'm about the same height and I found 170mm to be the sweet spot. When I was using 175mm cranks I was huffing and chuffing before I even got to the end of the block.
The other benefit of shorter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 341
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Depends on what you want to do with it. If you...

Depends on what you want to do with it. If you want to run Ergo brifters, for example, the newer frame would have the right 130mm dropout spacing to run a more modern drivetrain. Whereas if you are a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 198
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Looking for spring on top of Meidai/ Schwinn pump

I bought this NOS Cyclepro pump (AKA Meidai, MDI, Sears, Schwinn, Rampar….) off Ebay....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,622
Posted By icemilkcoffee

keep in mind that 98% eclipse is nothing like...

keep in mind that 98% eclipse is nothing like total eclipse. It’s like a cloudy day or dusk. Whereas total eclipse is of course total eclipse . If you are at all close to where total eclipse is, go...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,262
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Ha! OK. So all of us went off the wrong path and...

Ha! OK. So all of us went off the wrong path and thought you wanted old MTB's.
Anyways, the big issue with a lot of these 80's vintage road bikes with caliper brakes, is that the tire clearance is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 601
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Look at the fork crown. The fork blades are...

Look at the fork crown. The fork blades are shifted forward slightly so it's a little forward of the steering axis.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,262
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Things to avoid: - Suntour groupset - yes I...

Things to avoid:
- Suntour groupset - yes I know some of you swear by it. But Shimano has wide compatibility and wide interchageability and endless possibilities for mix and match. And Shimano's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 11:14 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,517
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Any pictures? I'm interested in these Topeak bags...

Any pictures? I'm interested in these Topeak bags too but I need something narrow and small because my bikes mostly have external shift cables.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:11 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,277
Posted By icemilkcoffee

You know what would complete this bike? A silver...

You know what would complete this bike? A silver Campy Record headset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-24, 02:51 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,284,970
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Campy Vento wheelset $150 in San Francisco...

Campy Vento wheelset $150 in San Francisco...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 494
Posted By icemilkcoffee

On my Look bike: ...

On my Look bike:
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/fe888f66_ec9c_4f6c_a086_d877fdfb2be8_1520189441b38fff4a0c406eb5be1e951a9c8f22.jpeg
Like the others said- the exposed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 563
Posted By icemilkcoffee

It's almost for sure that the valve core is bad....

It's almost for sure that the valve core is bad. The valve core has a stopper end piece which has a rubber seal ring on it. In a cheap quality core this ring would either be too loose, or become too...
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