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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-23, 08:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 490
Posted By HillRider

My former Cross Check used a standard 1-1/8"...

My former Cross Check used a standard 1-1/8" headset and Surly's website's specs on the current Cross Check also specifies a 1-1/8" headset. I think you measured incorrectly or were given bad info.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-23, 07:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,888
Posted By HillRider

Another useful repair book is "Bicycling...

Another useful repair book is "Bicycling Magazine's Complete Guide to Bicycle Maintenance and Repair" published by Rodale Press. Most are long out of print but Amazon seems to have several of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,307
Posted By HillRider

Do you now have an understanding of how a spoked...

Do you now have an understanding of how a spoked wheel is constructed, how the spokes function and how it can be trued and tensioned? Did the youtube videos and your reading give you that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-23, 03:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,266
Posted By HillRider

I agree with 2 i. I also have one and it's too...

I agree with 2 i. I also have one and it's too fat to get under the bead of most tires, particularly road tires.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,952
Posted By HillRider

Speaking of odd lacing patterns, I have a Shimano...

Speaking of odd lacing patterns, I have a Shimano factory rear wheel with 10 straight pull, bladed spokes laced radial on the drive side and 10 similar spokes laced 2X on the non-drive side. This is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 938
Posted By HillRider

Dura Ace up through 8-speed was not compatible...

Dura Ace up through 8-speed was not compatible with other Shimano groups. Dura Ace 9-speed (which the OP has) is fully compatible with all other Shimano road groups up through 10-speed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By HillRider

Of course not. It was a shop-technique to solve...

Of course not. It was a shop-technique to solve the immediate problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By HillRider

That Kool Stop tire jack is great for installing...

That Kool Stop tire jack is great for installing tires but not too useful for removing them.

OP: Try using a large pair of pliers to grab both of the tire's sidewalls just above the rim and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 379
Posted By HillRider

A Google search showed that both styles are...

A Google search showed that both styles are available with Performance having the RT800 in the full range of sizes. Looking at photos on Performance's and Bike Tires Direct's websites and their...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-23, 07:30 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,315
Posted By HillRider

OK, so much for her "expert" conjecture. ...

OK, so much for her "expert" conjecture.

BTW, this conversation may have set a new record for "thread drift".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,135
Posted By HillRider

Don't do that. A rear-only brake gives up about...

Don't do that. A rear-only brake gives up about 70% of your potential stopping power and a front only can cause an over-the-bars crash if overused. Fit brakes to both ends and buy new ones if the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-23, 08:54 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,315
Posted By HillRider

There may have been one more "unfavorable"...

There may have been one more "unfavorable" factor. When the submersible was first reported in trouble but the outcome not known, one of the technical commentators on a "Talking Head" TV news...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-23, 04:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 700
Posted By HillRider

700c rims are actually 8mm smaller in diameter...

700c rims are actually 8mm smaller in diameter than 27". Their ISO diameter sizes are respectively 700c = ISO 622 mm and 27" = ISO 630 mm. Switching from 27" rims to 700c requires lowering the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-23, 06:42 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,315
Posted By HillRider

Yes it would be but I didn't see one of those...

Yes it would be but I didn't see one of those when I was looking to replace the OEM clamp. I thought the Wolf Tooth would hold better but it didn't and I went to plan B, the radiator clamp. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-23, 03:51 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,315
Posted By HillRider

After over 60,000 miles the Thomson seatpost in...

After over 60,000 miles the Thomson seatpost in my Litespeed Tuscany began slipping. It had never done that before and I always kept it greased and torqued to spec. Removing, regreasing and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-23, 07:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 697
Posted By HillRider

Take it with you to the Trek store and see what...

Take it with you to the Trek store and see what they will do about the warranty. You may get a newer model as a replacement. Replacement pressure gauges are available from Industrial Supply houses...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-23, 07:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 217
Posted By HillRider

Try shifting the rear derailleur by hand with the...

Try shifting the rear derailleur by hand with the cable disconnected and turning the crank by hand. Does it go all the way to the lowest gear? If not the low limit screw may be misadjusted.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,110
Posted By HillRider

This bike is not a collector's item and is...

This bike is not a collector's item and is unlikely to be in the future. I agree with the above posters, either cut the post to the proper size for you and ride the bike or sell it and buy something...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,876
Posted By HillRider

You need a new bottom bracket as the old one is...

You need a new bottom bracket as the old one is not serviceable. Look for a square taper English threaded (aka BSA or 1.34"x24) cartridge for a 68mm bb shell width and match the end-to-end length...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,328
Posted By HillRider

You were lucky that's all that happened. Often...

You were lucky that's all that happened. Often the damage is much more severe and can cause a crash that injures the rider. As above, the chain must allow big-big. If you exceed your rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 760
Posted By HillRider

Standard pullers made for square taper bottom...

Standard pullers made for square taper bottom brackets need a plug inserted in the hollow Octalink axle to give the screw press something to push against. The TL-FC15 is the official one but a dime...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 697
Posted By HillRider

I believe Bontrager has a "lifetime" warranty on...

I believe Bontrager has a "lifetime" warranty on those pumps. Any Trek/Bontrager dealer should be able to replace it at no cost. I also have a Bontrager pump and the dealer told me if anything ever...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 434
Posted By HillRider

Shimano specifies their chainrings in matching...

Shimano specifies their chainrings in matching pairs for optimum shifting so going to a 52T chainring from a 50T may compromise shifting slightly but it will certainly work. Now a couple of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-23, 05:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 806
Posted By HillRider

Contact Topeak's customer service. They are very...

Contact Topeak's customer service. They are very likely to send you a replacement o-ring (or perhaps a brand new pump) at no cost.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-23, 04:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,639
Posted By HillRider

Yes they do but the profit is at the higher...

Yes they do but the profit is at the higher levels. Tourney is the absolute bottom rung of Shimano's group sets and they aren't going to invest in significant upgrades or new technology for it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 689
Posted By HillRider

Interesting configurations as the open ends are...

Interesting configurations as the open ends are fastened to the handles with roll pins. I guess they could make one style of handle and add a range of open ends.

Speaking of Hozan, years ago I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-23, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,766
Posted By HillRider

I have a couple of the same model in 115mm length...

I have a couple of the same model in 115mm length including one that is still NIB. They have been out of production for many years.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-23, 08:48 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,197
Posted By HillRider

I have used both strap-on bike carriers and hitch...

I have used both strap-on bike carriers and hitch racks. For anything more than one fairly light bike, strap-ons are shaky and can damage the car. A good hitch is worth the cost and can do more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-23, 08:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,328
Posted By HillRider

Don't even consider sizing the chain short enough...

Don't even consider sizing the chain short enough not to allow big-big. Yes, you shouldn't use that gear but a minor lapse in concentration means you will try to use it at some point. The chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-23, 03:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,122
Posted By HillRider

If the top tube is open at both ends into the...

If the top tube is open at both ends into the seat tube and head tube you could remove the fork and pass a 10GA shotgun cleaning brass brush through it by pulling the brush with a strong cord...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,987
Posted By HillRider

No, I just used them on Gevenalle levers and...

No, I just used them on Gevenalle levers and found them far too high effort for comfort. I do have a pair of Dura Ace downtube shifters on my indoor training bike and the effort is equally high but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,987
Posted By HillRider

I've had 10-speed Microshift downtube shifters...

I've had 10-speed Microshift downtube shifters mounted on Gevenalle shift/brake levers on two bikes for over 40,000 miles each and they have been great. I've also used 10-speed Dura Ace levers as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-23, 07:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 607
Posted By HillRider

Did you replace the OEM steel balls with ceramic...

Did you replace the OEM steel balls with ceramic balls? I have a pair of 7700-series hubs still in service from about 2006 and they came with (and still have) regular steel bearing balls. The rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 979
Posted By HillRider

I agree, it looks very much like a motorcycle...

I agree, it looks very much like a motorcycle steering damper and a Google search or contacting local motorcycle shops may come up with a replacement. Is there any information engraved on that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 08:37 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,667
Posted By HillRider

I'd like to jump in here with a couple of...

I'd like to jump in here with a couple of comments.

First, I agree with 79pmooney that there is no reason to install pedals with gorilla torque. Moderately tight is plenty and, as noted, pedal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 733
Posted By HillRider

+1. If the old chain was sized correctly, cut...

+1. If the old chain was sized correctly, cut the new chain the same number of links. As to elongation, assuming typical chain of 112 links (yeah, I know it's "half links") for a chain length of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-23, 08:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 685
Posted By HillRider

When I was a kid in the 50's, that was a trick...

When I was a kid in the 50's, that was a trick some unscrupulous used car dealers used to hide a worn out transmission or differential. The warranties in those days were the famous "30/30" (30...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-23, 09:01 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 499
Posted By HillRider

Note that recent chainrings have a specific...

Note that recent chainrings have a specific orientation to take advantage of the shaped teeths shifting aids. The big ring orientation is obvious since the chainstop pin faces out and opposite the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-23, 08:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 668
Posted By HillRider

"Minimum Insertion" marks on seatposts I've...

"Minimum Insertion" marks on seatposts I've measured are 60 to 100mm above the bottom of the post. This allows enough to extend below the top tube/seat tube lower edges in most frames when the height...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-23, 07:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 378
Posted By HillRider

Are you sure the current crank is really worn...

Are you sure the current crank is really worn out? 10,000 miles is not a lot on a crank and you may be seeing intentionally "shaped" teeth intended to aid shifting. I have two FC-5703 triple...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-23, 04:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 583
Posted By HillRider

Fitting a 130mm hub (8+speed) into 126mm dropouts...

Fitting a 130mm hub (8+speed) into 126mm dropouts is neither difficult or damaging. If you don't "cold set" the frame the wheel will be a bit of a struggle to install but not at all bad. Easier...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-23, 08:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 586
Posted By HillRider

You should be able to avoid removing the bar tape...

You should be able to avoid removing the bar tape by:
1. Unbolting and removing the shift lever from the shifter body.
2. Pulling the broken cable pieces out of the lever and housing from both...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 424
Posted By HillRider

The Park GP-2 patches seem to work pretty well. ...

The Park GP-2 patches seem to work pretty well. They are an improvement over the original version which were hit-and-miss.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-23, 08:18 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,715
Posted By HillRider

Apparently chain waxing is now all the rage in...

Apparently chain waxing is now all the rage in the Pro Peloton. I was watching videos on the recently concluded Giro and some of the commentators mentioned several teams that wax lubed their chains....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,386
Posted By HillRider

The length of the rd's cage isn't what determines...

The length of the rd's cage isn't what determines the largest cog it will handle, it's the position of the jockey pulley. Those Shimano 9-speed road rear derailleurs, even the GS versions, were...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,386
Posted By HillRider

What Shimano is probably warning about is the...

What Shimano is probably warning about is the chain rubbing on the front derailleur cage. What I'm was talking about, and in reply to _ForceD_'s posting, was the comment that the chain could catch...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-23, 08:15 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,386
Posted By HillRider

Current 50/34 (aka "compact") cranks are so...

Current 50/34 (aka "compact") cranks are so common that the chain interference issue has been long dealt with. Yes, a 53/34 crank can have snagging problems but not a 50/34 the OP is asking about.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 264
Posted By HillRider

Could you tackle it from the other end and fit a...

Could you tackle it from the other end and fit a larger rear cog, say 21T or 24T? A 52/24 gear would be the same as a 39/18.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,288
Posted By HillRider

I have used numerous KMC quick links on their own...

I have used numerous KMC quick links on their own and on Shimano chains. Have never had a problem, with any of them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 718
Posted By HillRider

10-speed cassettes are the same overall width...

10-speed cassettes are the same overall width (actually slightly narrower) as 8 and 9-speed cassettes so if the shifter works for 8 and 9-speed it will work for 10. BTW, if you already have the...
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