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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-06, 04:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 14,445
Posted By floatingchoner

replacing deore lx shifter cable

are the lx shifter cables replaceable, or do i need to get a new shifter. any advice would be appreciated of how to accomplish this. thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-05, 02:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,098
Posted By floatingchoner

Auto down shift when spinning cranks backwards problem

I could use some help. I'm tuning up a 9-speed mtb with lx derailuers. The rear shifting is pretty smooth on all of the cogs. When I am in the largest cog and spin the cranks backwards, the chain...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-18-05, 01:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 883
Posted By floatingchoner

i think that the faith is your best bet, unless...

i think that the faith is your best bet, unless you are ONLY going to be doing downhill. the faith is a better all-around bike. i don't like the idea of being limited to a single apsect of riding,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-15-05, 10:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,277
Posted By floatingchoner

plastic, cardboard, or anything else like that...

plastic, cardboard, or anything else like that will work. it is so you don't compress the brakes too far, creating the need to bleed the line. just don't touch the lever when the rotor isn't in...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-09-05, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 439
Posted By floatingchoner

ifilm.com there is a lot of stuff on here. you...

ifilm.com
there is a lot of stuff on here. you just have to search a bit to find mtb clips, but there it is worth bookmarking.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-05, 08:52 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,026
Posted By floatingchoner

Placerville Bike Shop is very knowledgeable,...

Placerville Bike Shop is very knowledgeable, friendly, and honest. Old timers.
Bob's Cycle Center in El Dorado Hills is younger and more into DH/Freeride. Quality shop as well. Both are worth a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-04-05, 02:53 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,995
Posted By floatingchoner

Carlos Santana.

Carlos Santana.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-27-05, 10:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 501
Posted By floatingchoner

I lived in San Diego for a few years, and there...

I lived in San Diego for a few years, and there aren't many trails in the city. The tecolote canyon system is going to be your best bet for decent singletrack and fireroad in the city. It is a long...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-05, 03:48 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,448
Posted By floatingchoner

Oh, yeah. You are one of the people I'm talking...

Oh, yeah. You are one of the people I'm talking about. I wouldn't mind talking about it in person either, boy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-05, 03:09 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,448
Posted By floatingchoner

Not superman, but I am super easy, and super...

Not superman, but I am super easy, and super chill. There is no way that this increases my b.p. more than a quick pedal to the end of the driveway to get the mail. But I'm gonna call people on B.S....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-05, 02:38 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,448
Posted By floatingchoner

Nothing happened to me. But it is my...

Nothing happened to me. But it is my responsibility to bring this bullshat to light. How many posts have you read where someone gets ripped for asking a question that SEEMS obvious? Have you ever...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-05, 02:12 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,448
Posted By floatingchoner

Thanks. I have never experienced anything but...

Thanks.
I have never experienced anything but complete knowledge and helpfulness in this forum. Never been ripped, or belittled, or experienced anything negative. There are people who are willing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-05, 01:22 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,448
Posted By floatingchoner

What's up with all the as#$&les in this forum?

There are a number of members on this forum that act like 6th grade children. They have formed a 'click' and if you are not in, they will gladly gang up on others who have not been accepted to their...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-21-05, 12:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,014
Posted By floatingchoner

you definately want some fill (rocks, logs, old...

you definately want some fill (rocks, logs, old tires, whatever is close by). it is good to use plywood for the jump as well. it doesnt wear away, and it holds it shape through rain. it helps if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-05, 09:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 385
Posted By floatingchoner

thanks. i just needed to know if i could pull it...

thanks. i just needed to know if i could pull it off. i try to keep it as cheap as possible. i'll get a new chain tomorrow. have a good night.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-05, 08:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 385
Posted By floatingchoner

quick, easy chain compatability question. expertise please.

my chain is kinked, and chewed up so it is skipping. i have a 9 speed with raceface cranks and rings. i would like to put an 8 speed chain that is very new, but will it work. it has the same...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-05, 08:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By floatingchoner

silicon spray?

What do you guys have to say about silicon spray? I know that it is not a substantial lube that will prevent friction. But what about spraying it on stanctions and on the linkage? Will it prevent...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-05, 08:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By floatingchoner

Problem solved. There was locktite on the push...

Problem solved. There was locktite on the push rod. When the locktite was applied to the push rod, some had dripped down into the adjuster bushing in the lever. It is supposed to rotate freely,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-05, 10:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By floatingchoner

i just got the bike (used) and am not sure about...

i just got the bike (used) and am not sure about the lines being bled. i took off the pivot bolt, cleaned, and lubed it, still the problem. i don't understand what causes the brake to return to the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-25-05, 08:36 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 13,976
Posted By floatingchoner

i cant stand the thought of going over the...

i cant stand the thought of going over the handlebars to run something out, but finding out that i am still stuck on the bike. besides, it would be way too difficult to 'ghost ride' your bike if you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-05, 08:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 579
Posted By floatingchoner

hayes 9 lever stick

I have the hayes-9 hydro disc brakes, and the levers are not going back to original position after pulling them. They stay a bit pulled in, which is causing friction. Any ideas of what the problem...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-05, 10:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,048
Posted By floatingchoner

wood will work. it is cheap, and easy to work...

wood will work. it is cheap, and easy to work with. if you know a welder, it will take him less then ten minutes to weld you a stand. metal will last longer and is stronger, but wood will work...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-05, 10:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 359
Posted By floatingchoner

moving sram grip shifters

how do i move the sram grip shifters over on the bar so i can make room for grip extenders. there is a little piece on the bar where the shifter locks in.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-05, 10:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 333
Posted By floatingchoner

compatibility

I could use some help. I have been riding bikes for the past 23 years, and have always had some problems repairing my bikes. I recently got my hardrock tuned up and back in excellent working...
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