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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-19, 05:20 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,597
Posted By e_guevara

Uh, no. The bike's handling characteristics is...

Uh, no. The bike's handling characteristics is mainly due to it's geometry. Road bikes (including aero) have a much different geometry from TT bikes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-19, 03:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,622
Posted By e_guevara

If you say it's from 2007, it's probably a 5600. ...

If you say it's from 2007, it's probably a 5600.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/302x500/shimano_105_058_e0704385fcd33627ecbe05b925f68b320ef183e5.jpg

Try ebay: Shimano 105...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-19, 11:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,376
Posted By e_guevara

The creaking is caused by the bearings' outer...

The creaking is caused by the bearings' outer race moving against the inside face of the BB shell which it is not supposed to do.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,376
Posted By e_guevara

I second using a BB30 crank. Be careful when...

I second using a BB30 crank. Be careful when installing the bearings though. Imperfections on the BB shell and/or the bearings not sitting squarely due to imroper installation can cause the crank to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-18, 08:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 570
Posted By e_guevara

On my 9s cassettes, I punched out the rivets...

On my 9s cassettes, I punched out the rivets using a nail with the back side of the sprocket carrier resting on wood blocks. When the rivet protruded enough (and the nail couldn't go any deeper), I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-18, 09:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,088
Posted By e_guevara

The symptoms you describe is due to a too short...

The symptoms you describe is due to a too short cable housing. However, this also happens if the cable housing is not properly secured onto the bar.

Check if the housing is secured inside the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-18, 09:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 702
Posted By e_guevara

No problems there. Install it, ride, and forget...

No problems there. Install it, ride, and forget about it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-18, 11:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 549
Posted By e_guevara

I haven't seen/felt any significant performance...

I haven't seen/felt any significant performance improvement using a 105, Ultegra, or Dura-Ace BB.

As the others have noted, if the old BB still works fine, there's no sense in buying a new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-18, 06:40 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,917
Posted By e_guevara

I'm guessing that that Praxis Alba has a 30 mm...

I'm guessing that that Praxis Alba has a 30 mm spindle since the bottom bracket is a Praxis BB30.

You can use a shim/reducer on the BB30 bearings so you can use Shimano cranks
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-16, 12:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,022
Posted By e_guevara

Was the Tourney broken or was it just not...

Was the Tourney broken or was it just not shifting properly? If it was the latter then it may mean it was just improperly adjusted.

I could adjust/tune the Tourney to shift pretty well (I have had...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,778
Posted By e_guevara

A showroom piece :D

A showroom piece :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-16, 07:02 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,022
Posted By e_guevara

Yup.

Yup.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-16, 07:07 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,428
Posted By e_guevara

It seems that I have. Though they units are the...

It seems that I have. Though they units are the same (N-m), one is a force that moves a displacement (work) while the other is a force applied a distance from a point to produce rotation (torque). On...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-16, 01:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,022
Posted By e_guevara

No way to bypass this as this is how the shifters...

No way to bypass this as this is how the shifters and derailluers are designed to work. No way they will work properly with each other.

Better sell or trade-in your X3 and get an Altus or Alivio...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-16, 12:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,022
Posted By e_guevara

Welcome to the forums! SRAM and Shimano...

Welcome to the forums!

SRAM and Shimano shifting systems are incompatible with each other. They have different cable pull ratios which means that one 'click' on the shifter pulls the cable a by...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-16, 11:54 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,428
Posted By e_guevara

No. Power is work done per unit time - it's work...

No. Power is work done per unit time - it's work divided by time.

The faster he spins, the less time it takes to complete one cycle of the work (torque).
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-16, 11:43 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,428
Posted By e_guevara

Yes. The equation for power in rotational...

Yes.

The equation for power in rotational machines is

P (watts) = (torque X 2 x pi X RPM)/60

Power is proportional to RPM.

"Pounding" at lower revs (to produce the same power) means you...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-16, 10:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,228
Posted By e_guevara

Hahaha :) Thanks Bill. Didn't think anybody...

Hahaha :) Thanks Bill. Didn't think anybody remembers my CAAD 10.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-16, 10:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,219
Posted By e_guevara

I've had a pretty good experience with my Sidi...

I've had a pretty good experience with my Sidi Genius 5 Pro. 5 years of averaging 150km/wk and still going strong.

Sidi's fit is for a "normal" D width, but also comes in "wide" EE width (the Mega...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-16, 09:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,983
Posted By e_guevara

The 2012 CAAD10 105 model came spec'd with Tektro...

The 2012 CAAD10 105 model came spec'd with Tektro R580 calipers on an otherwise full 105 (5700) bike. Checking the Tektro website shows that the R580 is no longer available, but the R540 seems like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-16, 08:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,589
Posted By e_guevara

Kudos on wanting to learn to do this yourself...

Kudos on wanting to learn to do this yourself :thumb:

If that's the case, I'd advise you to consult Rear Derailleur Adjustment | Park Tool...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-16, 08:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,589
Posted By e_guevara

Agree with the others to check the following: ...

Agree with the others to check the following:
- is the derailleur hanger bent?
- is there a kink in the housing/cable?
- has the cable stretched?

In any case have your LBS do an...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-16, 09:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,228
Posted By e_guevara

If the ferrules come with the cable set, then...

If the ferrules come with the cable set, then fine, use it. But personally, I wouldn't lose any sleep over not using them in the build.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-16, 10:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,228
Posted By e_guevara

The purpose of the "tongue" on the cable end is...

The purpose of the "tongue" on the cable end is to seal the housing to prevent ingress of dirt. Jagwire cable sets have them as well. I usually put them on exposed areas (the derailleur end of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-16, 10:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,919
Posted By e_guevara

The cogs will not fit any other way due to the...

The cogs will not fit any other way due to the splines on the freehub body. I personally use the smallest splilne to align everything.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-16, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 666
Posted By e_guevara

You said it yourself, and I think you already...

You said it yourself, and I think you already know the answer.

10 PSI is not a lot of air IMO, given that the rim wasn't even designed for tubeless.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-16, 08:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 11,878
Posted By e_guevara

Do #1...

Do #1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) , less chance of you messing up the whole thing. As steelbikeguy pointed out, fumbling with the shifter's internals is going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-16, 11:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By e_guevara

+1 on the Kool Stop Salmon pads.

+1 on the Kool Stop Salmon pads.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-16, 08:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 755
Posted By e_guevara

Cross-posted from the Mechanics Forum ... My...

Cross-posted from the Mechanics Forum ...

My answer was (and still is) - none. Spend the extra cash on better pads.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-16, 07:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By e_guevara

As far as I know, aside from the sleeker finish...

As far as I know, aside from the sleeker finish and lighter weight - none. Braking is improved more with better pads than with a shinier finish - spend the extra cash there.

Wait, FG - as in...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-16, 06:40 AM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,341,671
Posted By e_guevara

I'm using an FSA set - OS-99 CSI stem and a...

I'm using an FSA set - OS-99 CSI stem and a K-Force Ergo carbon bars. They're great, very light and very stiff. And even at 120 mm I can't feel the stem flex.

I have a Ritchey set on my other bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-16, 04:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,644
Posted By e_guevara

You can find replacement screws from the hardware...

You can find replacement screws from the hardware store. They would come in standard diameters and threading. I'm not sure what the exact dimensions are for the limit screw (check SRAM for the user...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-16, 04:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 816
Posted By e_guevara

I don't see why not.

I don't see why not.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-16, 10:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 816
Posted By e_guevara

Spray a coat of acrylic clear to prevent...

Spray a coat of acrylic clear to prevent corrosion and maintain the finish (or polyurethane if you want a tougher finish).

To the OP, you can use clear nail polish for the the coating. Spraying...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-16, 10:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,144
Posted By e_guevara

10-speed mountain shifters/RD is "Dyna-Sys", it...

10-speed mountain shifters/RD is "Dyna-Sys", it has a different pull ratio and derailleur cage geometry.

the 10-speed XT shifter is probably Dyna-Sys. The Acera RD (probably originally for 8-speed...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-16, 01:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,077
Posted By e_guevara

Lost due to flexion (generally from the shoe).

Lost due to flexion (generally from the shoe).
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-16, 11:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,077
Posted By e_guevara

If you're a weight-weenie, go with the Look. ...

If you're a weight-weenie, go with the Look.

But as you've said, you've been using Shimano's for a long time already so I suggest sticking with Shimano.

The Shimano also have a slightly larger...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-16, 11:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,903
Posted By e_guevara

The OP has separate crank and rings - not a whole...

The OP has separate crank and rings - not a whole crankset. The problem is IF the crank is the "old" Red with the rings being "new" Red. If that is indeed the case, any advantage of better shifting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-16, 11:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 879
Posted By e_guevara

The lever has a layer of clear coat on it. The...

The lever has a layer of clear coat on it. The chip may probably just be an imperfection in the finish and is only cosmetic. Sanding it down will only make it worse.

You can take it back to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-16, 04:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 963
Posted By e_guevara

Some toppers are frame-specific, i.e. aero...

Some toppers are frame-specific, i.e. aero seatposts, unique post diameter.

Can't see from the photo but it looks like they're round.

Measure the ID of the topper. They usually come in 30.25,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-16, 03:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 963
Posted By e_guevara

It's a post topper for frames with integrated...

It's a post topper for frames with integrated seatposts (ISP). Looks like a Bontrager (or a replica).
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2713/5832853325_275487838a.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-16, 09:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,903
Posted By e_guevara

Instead of the bolt attaching onto the spider's...

Instead of the bolt attaching onto the spider's arms, the "hidden" bolt is screwed onto the back of the crank (arm).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-16, 02:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,903
Posted By e_guevara

Red has two versions of the crankset - the older...

Red has two versions of the crankset - the older set uses the regular 5-bolt pattern, while the newer on has the "offset" pattern with one of the bolts hidden underneath the crank (arm). The "Yaw"...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-16, 07:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,265
Posted By e_guevara

Ritchey seatposts. ...

Ritchey seatposts.
http://keyassets.timeincuk.net/inspirewp/live/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2007/12/RicheyWCS_Cblack157.jpg
Ritchey sells different clamp sizes for oval saddle rails.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-16, 06:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,618
Posted By e_guevara

In all the wheels I've built, I've just used...

In all the wheels I've built, I've just used light oil as prep. And as with Andy, having the proper (uniform) tension helps in preventing the spokes from loosening.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-14-15, 08:37 PM
Replies: 2,831
Views: 684,165
Posted By e_guevara

Nice bike! Welcome to the fourms.

Nice bike!

Welcome to the fourms.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-15, 02:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,627
Posted By e_guevara

Just grease, both on the threads and the outer...

Just grease, both on the threads and the outer sleeve.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-15, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 785
Posted By e_guevara

The integrated brake design on the BMC is very...

The integrated brake design on the BMC is very similar to V-brakes. The distance of the arms to the rim can be adjusted using the set screw on the sides of the arms (the blue-colored screw on photo...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-15, 10:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,831
Posted By e_guevara

My concern would be clearance (or lack thereof)...

My concern would be clearance (or lack thereof) of the pads to the rim. The spacers and cups on the attachment bolt are probably too long to fit the wheel in. Opening the calipers too wide to allow...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-15, 10:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,739
Posted By e_guevara

Deore is an MTB group. Though I've used MTB...

Deore is an MTB group.

Though I've used MTB RDs on road setups with some success, I haven't really gotten them to work flawlessly on all cogs to my liking.
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