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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-22, 01:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 335
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks for the input. I think I'll go with latex...

Thanks for the input. I think I'll go with latex tubes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 335
Posted By merlinrkd

Thx for the ideas. What kinda got me thinking is...

Thx for the ideas. What kinda got me thinking is the Mavic rims don't have spoke holes. So there isn't a taping the spoke holes issue at all. And the Contis are so dang tight. When I looked at the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-22, 09:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 335
Posted By merlinrkd

Ksyrium tubeless ?

I have a pair of older Mavic Ksyrium wheels. Pre disc. Wondering if I can go tubeless with new Conti Gran Prix 5000. The tires are not tubeless ready. Moderate recreational riding. Usually not more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-21, 08:11 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

Wow ! I feel like I now know everything about my...

Wow ! I feel like I now know everything about my bike. You guys rock !!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-21, 12:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks for such a detailed write up. It sounds...

Thanks for such a detailed write up. It sounds exactly like what I have. Down to the white brake hoods.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

Probably some Schwinn in there too.

Probably some Schwinn in there too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-21, 05:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

Is that a Sirrus ? I thot the 27.0 seat post...

Is that a Sirrus ? I thot the 27.0 seat post might be a clue as to the tubing maker and or the model. I would have thot those decent road frames were all 27.2. Was your Uniglide a spin on or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-21, 05:32 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

I'd be happy to post pics if there was a how-to...

I'd be happy to post pics if there was a how-to recipe. Everything I've ever seen on how to post stuff ASSUMES some the steps are so obvious that they are described as 'Just downlaod' or' just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-21, 05:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

Looks very much like that.

Looks very much like that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-21, 03:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,231
Posted By merlinrkd

Early Specialized Road Frame Info

Found a nice Specialized Allez 2X7 road bike for a cousin. In order to buy it I had to accept a 2 bike package with an apparently older red Specialized road bike. My question is about the older...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-21, 06:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By merlinrkd

Went with Altus RD and shifters, 9 speed chain...

Went with Altus RD and shifters, 9 speed chain and cassette. Left the 7 speed crank. Seems to shift fine with a short run around the neighborhood-thx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-21, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By merlinrkd

I'm mulling !! I'll need to start with a 9 speed...

I'm mulling !! I'll need to start with a 9 speed chain. The STX Would use a shorter chain than the 9 speed Altus due to the medium cage. I was hung up on changing the chain length. Thanks to all your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-21, 11:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks Andy I was't clear. The project does...

Thanks Andy I was't clear. The project does involve a later wheel set. Those wheels are coming off my 91 Cannondale that is already a 27 speed. Your comments will inspire me to take a look at my 90's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-21, 05:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 901
Posted By merlinrkd

7 to 9 speed mids 90's Giant CADEX-derailleur

Setting up a CADEX mountain bike for gravel. About a 1995 model. It is currently stock 7 speed with Shimano STX. Crank is 44-34-24. I have 9 speed wheels, cassette and chain. And going with Altus...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-21, 11:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

Contact a Giant dealer

Contact a Giant dealer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-21, 09:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

It's specific to the Zorber fork, not the rest of...

It's specific to the Zorber fork, not the rest of the bike. Just that fork is deemed unsafe. As the post said that fork design is soo dated there isn't a new fork out there to match the frame. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-21, 02:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 445
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks for the pic. I see the threading for the...

Thanks for the pic. I see the threading for the outer cog.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-21, 02:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 445
Posted By merlinrkd

I want to preserve the matched Sun rims. It's not...

I want to preserve the matched Sun rims. It's not a freewheel. I have the parts including a decent rear hub. I've built a couple hundred wheels. Buying a wheel is money out of pocket and unless they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-21, 01:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 445
Posted By merlinrkd

Remove early 90's 7 Spd SunTour Cassette

I have early 90's wheels from a Cannondale SM1000. The bike is a low miles garage queen but is Sun Tour equipped . The hubs are XC comp 7 speed, Sun Chinook rims. The shifters for that setup is a Sun...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-21, 12:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

Yup, quite a surprise for me. I got to pick size...

Yup, quite a surprise for me. I got to pick size and color !!! The hydraulic disc brakes are quite the treat.

We went around a bit because I was hoping to preserve the CADEX with a replacement...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

Update on the Giant Zorbers fork recall. Giant...

Update on the Giant Zorbers fork recall. Giant suppled a new Talon bike to satisfy the warranty! I turned in the CADEX to the dealer. Hats off to Folsom Bike for a smooth process. They are great!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-24-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By merlinrkd

Update: I found the Amazon noodle I was using had...

Update: I found the Amazon noodle I was using had a defect. There is a small burr inside the aluminum housing. It's small but bumps into the nylon liner. I switched housings and used Shimano premium...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-21, 12:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By merlinrkd

It's not the housing. It's the 90 degree bend. I...

It's not the housing. It's the 90 degree bend. I pulled the liner out and there is no friction between it and the wire when it's straight. I'm comparing this setup to my late 90's XT V brakes on my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-21, 02:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By merlinrkd

They are new. New noodles come with a liner ???...

They are new. New noodles come with a liner ??? It's obvious to me the lining sleeves are too tight on my brake wires. I'm looking for some guidance as to why.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-21, 01:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By merlinrkd

Im working with new noodles. Checked their...

Im working with new noodles. Checked their internal fit with a new brake wire and the inner Jagwire wires that came on the bike. Both brake wires drag noticeably using new noodles. I did compare both...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,434
Posted By merlinrkd

My New Noodles are Dragging

Picked up an '08' Fuji Absolute for a short friend. It's a 15" frame size. Clean original except for the cables. It has Jagwire cables. The brakes levers take way to much effort. The caliper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-21, 08:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,447
Posted By merlinrkd

Yes, it has the U brake. And its a 6 speed so...

Yes, it has the U brake. And its a 6 speed so late 80's makes sense.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-21, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,447
Posted By merlinrkd

Shimano Altus A10 Jockey Wheel 10T or 11T ?

Early Specialized Hardrock. The frame has the rear brake next to the BB. The rear derailleur is a Shimano Altus A10. The jockey wheels are getting close to toothless. They have 10 teeth. Replacement...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-20, 03:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

Apparently I replied on the Rockshock post and it...

Apparently I replied on the Rockshock post and it went a little sideways. As mentioned the Giant dealer couldn't find info on this recall because it was old. So it looked likeI was on my own. That...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-10-20, 02:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 6,598
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks, I am pursuing this matter in another...

Thanks, I am pursuing this matter in another venue. I'm trying not to get into bashing the manufacturer. I'm really just focused on what is a comparable fork for a high end bike. A fork that has...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-10-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

That's the bike. Nice job! Deore thumb shifters?...

That's the bike. Nice job! Deore thumb shifters? Is that frame carbon fiber tubes??? If it is I had no idea.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-10-20, 09:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,760
Posted By merlinrkd

'93' Cadex ALM1 Fork Recall

Ancient stuff here! I've had the Giant Cadex MTB sitting for years. SunTour drivetrain. It came with the so-called butterfly shifters that never worked right. Recently got a set of Sun Tour rapid...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-10-20, 09:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

Followup: I took your suggestion. I pulled out an...

Followup: I took your suggestion. I pulled out an 8 speed mountain cassette and removed the 32 tooth sprocket. Put the remaining 7 sprockets on the hub. Boy do those Flightdeck shifters do smooth job...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-20, 10:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,351
Posted By merlinrkd

Hmm, what I member from 1980ish was that one...

Hmm, what I member from 1980ish was that one cable end was standard, the other was for Huret. And I thot the Huret end worked on Sun Tour.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-20, 10:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,351
Posted By merlinrkd

Back in the day new aftermarket derailleur cables...

Back in the day new aftermarket derailleur cables came with a different barrel on each end.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 11:35 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

I should look at the cassette that came with that...

I should look at the cassette that came with that bike. It did seem to shift OK on my test ride around the block. Maybe that mod was already done. . Thx
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 11:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks for the tip. Yeah, I've seen them with a...

Thanks for the tip. Yeah, I've seen them with a high asking price.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 08:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

The bike is solid but cosmetically a little...

The bike is solid but cosmetically a little rough. It originally had 7 dt shifters. The NOS 105 brifters have been sitting in my drawer since the 90's and are AFAIK 7 speed. Maybe I need to look at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-20, 12:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks Bill. That helps.

Thanks Bill. That helps.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-20, 11:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

I'm sure ur right on the group type. My garage...

I'm sure ur right on the group type. My garage lighting isn't the best. My only STI 7 speed shifters are 105. They are new almost new. A little too nice for this bike. Thanks for the comment.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-20, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,904
Posted By merlinrkd

Convert a 7 Spd STX free hub to 8spd

Picked up a 90's Giant CFR Three carbon fiber road bike. Came with the OE STX drivetrain. Original except Shimano 8 speed STI Flightdeck shifters have been substituted for the original 7 speed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 493
Posted By merlinrkd

Thanks all. I'm up to speed now. The chain came...

Thanks all. I'm up to speed now. The chain came from a friend. The connecting pin in its separate bag must have wandered.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-20, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 493
Posted By merlinrkd

Connecting a 9 Speed Chain

I'm upgrading my Cannondale M1000 from 7 to 9 speed. Not doing single track riding anymore so this has become my city/rural roads bike. Question to today is about my Shimano 9 Speed chain. I'm still...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-20, 02:36 PM
Replies: 225
Views: 17,697
Posted By merlinrkd

Here in No Calif there are 2 problems. One: is...

Here in No Calif there are 2 problems. One: is that many of the cyclists are homeless folks. They mostly ride facing traffic. If you approach them on a signed bike lane they expect you to pull out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 679
Posted By merlinrkd

M1000 possible frame cracks

A friend just picked up a Cannondale M1000. It has a 1" steerer so it's older than my 1993 M1000 with the larger steerer. When I bought mine in '93' the shop honestly mentioned the issue of frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-20, 03:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,453
Posted By merlinrkd

This is my grab and run a quick errand bike of...

This is my grab and run a quick errand bike of the 4 I have. Used sporadically. My 2 road bikes have latex tubes so pumping is a daily deal. The Conley front wheel can go for a couple months. I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-20, 03:27 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,453
Posted By merlinrkd

The stem was completely under water in the sink....

The stem was completely under water in the sink. Neve saw a bubble. That was fully inflated inside the tire.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-20, 12:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,453
Posted By merlinrkd

Can't find the leak

Feeling dumb about this. Been fixing flats tires for 50+ years but this one isn't getting resolved. Recent 90's Conley MTB. Very clean. Deore components. Came with very recent Kenda tubes and Komfort...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-20, 06:20 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,565
Posted By merlinrkd

The side walk video isn't legal in California. ...

The side walk video isn't legal in California. As Joe describes above the California vehicle code states a bicycle must operate just like a car. Use arm signals for turning, ride with traffic etc....
Forum: Framebuilders
05-18-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,468
Posted By merlinrkd

Good tip. I was doing my brazing/soldering in...

Good tip. I was doing my brazing/soldering in the early 80's I lived in Modesto CA. I got silver solder and low fuming bronze rod locally. I could buy single sticks!! I used to have white flux but...
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