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03-27-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 133
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Interesting. I'd like to see that link too. Now...

Interesting. I'd like to see that link too.
Now if you are talking about 8 of 9 on 7, that's a FREE HUB.
03-27-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 133
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The thickness of your 11 speed cog & spacer would...

The thickness of your 11 speed cog & spacer would have to be 4.8mm to match the 4.8mm spacing on an 8 speed. Time wise, it's not really worth it.

Sell/trade the 11 speed cassette and buy an 8
...
03-27-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 162
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IIRC, the 800 Sport is Hi-Ten steel vs Cr-Mo....

IIRC, the 800 Sport is Hi-Ten steel vs Cr-Mo. MUCH heavier.
03-27-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 229
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is that a bad tire? ...

Is that a bad tire?


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/706x470/zzz_c4a4e7797778207acae3601b564cc0c4e6555f05.jpg
03-26-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 117
Posted By Bill Kapaun

After days of searching I found this- ...

After days of searching I found this-
https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/shimano_ultegra_6700_series_exploded_view_-_2919b_august_2015.html...
03-26-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 186
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF this a one of repair, just take the wheel to...

IF this a one of repair, just take the wheel to your LBS, or maybe a bike Co-op if you have one near.

IF you have a good ear, you can tune by tone by twanging.
There are musical charts on the web...
03-26-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out...

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out a bit.
Try a 1/4 turn at a time and test.
Keep track of turns in case that wasn't it.

EDIT- OOPS- I was thinking backwards.
03-26-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 166
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF you have a torque wrench, 30-35 Ft-Lb. Else,...

IF you have a torque wrench, 30-35 Ft-Lb.
Else, good & tight.

BTW, the first time I torqued one, it was more force than I expected. Possibly from a more awkward position?
03-25-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 431
Posted By Bill Kapaun

https://www.harborfreight.com/16-in-ball-joint-sep...

https://www.harborfreight.com/16-in-ball-joint-separator-63420.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=12144811130&campaignid=12144811130&utm_content=117789284358&adsetid=117789284358&produ...
03-25-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 1,589
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I was just bequeathed this- Explore E+ 3 (2019)...

I was just bequeathed this-
Explore E+ 3 (2019) | bike | Giant Bicycles US (https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/explore-eplus-3--2019)
You MUST pedal for the assist to work .
You are 100% + 5 levels...
03-25-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 3,207
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I know how to make life easier. ...

I know how to make life easier.

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03-25-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 130
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm ignorant of the "new" stuff, but it appears...

I'm ignorant of the "new" stuff, but it appears the shell width (at least) is different.
https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/saint-m820/SM-BB71-41A.html...
03-25-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 201
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Maybe 2 pictures of the brake assembly? One...

Maybe 2 pictures of the brake assembly?
One with the brake lever squeezed & one NOT.
03-25-24, 03:20 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 1,589
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I have low level Shimano triples that shift fine....

I have low level Shimano triples that shift fine.
The claim for simplicity is for those unwilling or too incompetent to adjust a FDER or thoughtless LEMMINGS.
Triples seemed to have had a pretty...
03-25-24, 12:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 162
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Anything from a 26x1.25" to 26x2.2 will work...

Anything from a 26x1.25" to 26x2.2 will work fine.
I'd suggest something in the 1.50-1.75" range.
On my grocery getter, I use 1.25" front and 1.6" rear street slicks and avoid dirt/sand.
Some of...
03-24-24, 10:54 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 1,589
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I was recently bequeathed an E bike- ...

I was recently bequeathed an E bike-
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/explore-eplus-3--2019

With the degree of assist provided, you don't need as many gears.
I can take off on gear 4 or 5 no...
03-24-24, 08:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 295
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Did you try wiggling the square section while...

Did you try wiggling the square section while trying to pull the pin?
You may need to support the weight-
03-24-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 528
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What's "NEW" thickness? If appreciably more, you...

What's "NEW" thickness? If appreciably more, you might want to install new pads if going through the trouble of the bleeding process.

DOT 5.1 fluid is DOT 5.1 fluid.
It's a specification.
03-24-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 161
Posted By Bill Kapaun

FH-7900 is Dura Ace. Google it. Lots of info. ...

FH-7900 is Dura Ace.
Google it. Lots of info.
If you have a matched set, hang them on the wall with a pricey "for sale" sign.
03-24-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 325
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Why not 1X9 instead of 1X8?

Why not 1X9 instead of 1X8?
03-24-24, 01:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 528
Posted By Bill Kapaun

https://epicbleedsolutions.com/blogs/faq/brake-lev...

https://epicbleedsolutions.com/blogs/faq/brake-lever-feels-spongy-after-bleeding
03-22-24, 02:55 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,515
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Zombie thread

Zombie thread
03-21-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 342
Posted By Bill Kapaun

There are 3 pics of the "tree" How about from a...

There are 3 pics of the "tree" How about from a bit further back & side so we can see some "forest"?
03-21-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 388
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I wouldn't presume the tube would stretch evenly...

I wouldn't presume the tube would stretch evenly enough, even if successfully inflated.
The odds of super thin spots seems too high for my peace of mind.
Take it a step further, and assume you...
03-20-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 402
Posted By Bill Kapaun

My suggestion was for those of less opportunity. ...

My suggestion was for those of less opportunity.
I just use the outside door jamb of my garage if necessary & box end of my 1" combination wrench. It's never failed me.
03-20-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 402
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Good idea. The street curb may suffice? IF you...

Good idea. The street curb may suffice?
IF you have a helper, have the strong one hold the wheel and the weak one step on the horizontally positioned wrench.
03-20-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 834
Posted By Bill Kapaun

With my less than ideal vision, it's worth peace...

With my less than ideal vision, it's worth peace of mind for $2. Having to clean, tediously (for me) inspect and I'd still worry I'd miss something.
When you have saved enough old ones, do a mass...
03-18-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 834
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The LENGTH of the bearing surface of the cone VS...

The LENGTH of the bearing surface of the cone VS the LENGTH of the bearing surface of the cup.
The cup is about 3/8" greater diameter than the cone and has more than 1 linear inch around the...
03-18-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 834
Posted By Bill Kapaun

1. They are OLD! 2.Your experience may not be...

1. They are OLD!
2.Your experience may not be the norm.
3. You don't know the history, so you can make up any reason you want.
03-17-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 467
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I think it took 3 days for them to make my Ignore...

I think it took 3 days for them to make my Ignore List for the same reasons. People who believe in quantity of posts vs QUALITY of posts.
03-17-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 401
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF I need a bead lubricant, I just apply dish...

IF I need a bead lubricant, I just apply dish soap with my finger around the bead. No water.
03-16-24, 11:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 401
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I think we might have heard something by now. ...

I think we might have heard something by now.

"Velox rim tape has be an industry staple for nearly 100 years. It is an adhesive backed cotton cloth tape that is designed to guard against tube...
03-16-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 312
Posted By Bill Kapaun

These are not all of the "British" spindles, but...

These are not all of the "British" spindles, but it shows there are MANY lengths.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/778x468/image_18abbd5bf69b93f1bf517133938ba1c6da758962.png...
03-14-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 473
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If it looks like this, screw it in all the way to...

If it looks like this, screw it in all the way to the proper torque-
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/417x164/capture_e037c9c9b0abbd336b5a01c7bcc73fca0ffdadeb.jpg
IF it's...
03-11-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 481
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Are you sure the "wear" on your chain rings just...

Are you sure the "wear" on your chain rings just aren't the various "shift aids" that are the norm on multiple chain ring bikes?
Not sure what those are? Look at a new bike.

Is the chain...
03-11-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 348
Posted By Bill Kapaun

1. It's a FREE WHEEL! Freewheel or Cassette?...

1. It's a FREE WHEEL!
Freewheel or Cassette? (http://sheldonbrown.com/free-k7.html)

You shouldn't have removed the axle. Leaving it in allows you to use the nut/QR skewer to retain the tool.
You...
03-11-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 290
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Yes I do and I have several "special drawers" to...

Yes I do and I have several "special drawers" to go along with the 3 for actual kitchen stuff.
03-11-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 290
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Besides the coffee cans in the garage, there's...

Besides the coffee cans in the garage, there's that "special drawer" in the kitchen.
03-11-24, 03:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 331
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I asked that in post #9.

I asked that in post #9.
03-10-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 331
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Too bad that wasn't the question I asked.

Too bad that wasn't the question I asked.
03-10-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 331
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I was recently bequeathed this and when you...

I was recently bequeathed this and when you rotate the crank backwards, the chain ring doesn't rotate.
https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/explore-eplus-3--2019

Maybe this video explains some about...
03-07-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 352
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This will give you an idea of the different...

This will give you an idea of the different leverage between V Brakes & Canti/Roller Brakes...
03-07-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,081
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm far from an expert, but don't have trouble...

I'm far from an expert, but don't have trouble with triples. Once set, there shouldn't be anything to go sour unless you can't handle cables & housing either.
03-07-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,081
Posted By Bill Kapaun

When did a triple become "complex"? They were...

When did a triple become "complex"? They were quite simple a few years ago.
03-04-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF the poster was using a torque wrench on a...

IF the poster was using a torque wrench on a regular basis, I'd agree. Back when I was working on cars, about the only thing I used a torque wrench on were head bolts and maybe an occasional "odd...
03-04-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If torque wasn't important, would you have...

If torque wasn't important, would you have started this thread?
How much can it cost you if it isn't sufficient? Don't you really want a torque wrench that works? Peace of mind.......
03-04-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 683
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I've just been bequeathed an Ebike with Shimano...

I've just been bequeathed an Ebike with Shimano BR-MT200 disc brakes. Low end.
$30 to replace the entire front system makes one wonder if they should just skip maintenance and replace (upgrade?) the...
02-29-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 127
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The crank used is what determines which spindle...

The crank used is what determines which spindle to use.
IF you can't identify the crank, you'll have to remove it and the BB to see what size is marked on the BB. (Bottom Bracket)

I presume the...
02-29-24, 02:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,136
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Depends on the rim. Just run a caliper from...

Depends on the rim.
Just run a caliper from brake track to brake track on a cheap rim and you can easily see +/- 0.5mm and not always symmetrical. That can drive you nuts if you only have a "one...
02-28-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,638
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I carry CO2 simply because that allows me to...

I carry CO2 simply because that allows me to carry a cheap Bell pump. If it "gets legs", I'm not out much.
Pump the tire up about 20-30 PSI to check bead seating etc. If good, add about 10 more if...
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