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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-08, 01:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 503
Posted By raleighrider75

Can you spread the braze on open a bit to make...

Can you spread the braze on open a bit to make some room?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-08, 01:08 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,470
Posted By raleighrider75

If we can use this thread as an example of how...

If we can use this thread as an example of how popular electronic shifting will be to avid cyclists.Well, only 25% of the respondents are for it.If this is any indication,it will have a very short...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-08, 11:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 503
Posted By raleighrider75

What if you were to try stripping the outer...

What if you were to try stripping the outer sheathing of the cable leaving just the spiral inner sheath.That way it may be small enough to fit into the braze on.
Try it on a scrap piece of cable to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-08, 11:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,427
Posted By raleighrider75

Wordbiker wrote- thebikeguy wrote- +1...

Wordbiker wrote-

thebikeguy wrote-

+1 on both of those replies.:)There's something wonky going on there.
Forum: Winter Cycling
03-07-08, 01:19 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,113
Posted By raleighrider75

More Snow!!!

GREAT:rolleyes: Here comes another big whack of snow.Another 15"-20"!I am so F@%KING sick of this winter.It's been a pretty tough one for commuting in Ottawa.With this expected dumping we're going to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-08, 11:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 799
Posted By raleighrider75

The "sleeve" is called a lug.That is a "lugged...

The "sleeve" is called a lug.That is a "lugged frame".I wouldn't bother with it though,It's done.Possibly dangerous and not worth taking the chance.Find another,sorry.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-08, 11:51 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 7,470
Posted By raleighrider75

It seems like it's a change for the sake of...

It seems like it's a change for the sake of change.Not a change for the better.It's going to be more expensive to run and (definately)to repair.It would be like today's cars,when they run they run...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-04-08, 04:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,186
Posted By raleighrider75

I think another factor that deters people from...

I think another factor that deters people from cycling is the fact that they see alot of cyclists wearing tight fitting Lycra/Spandexoutfits.Let's face it,alot of people are image conscious and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-08, 02:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 917
Posted By raleighrider75

What kind of bike is it? I'm thinking the...

What kind of bike is it?
I'm thinking the problem is in the BB(bottom bracket=the pedal system).Sounds like the bearings have to be cleaned and repacked.Definately a job for you LBS(local bike shop).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-08, 08:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 773
Posted By raleighrider75

What kind of shifters are on it?

What kind of shifters are on it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-08, 08:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,730
Posted By raleighrider75

Check this link...... ...

Check this link......

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=393362 (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=393362)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-08, 07:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,492
Posted By raleighrider75

On each side of the hub there's 2 pieces.The cone...

On each side of the hub there's 2 pieces.The cone and a jam-nut(or locknut).You have to loosen the jam-nut before you can screw the cone in.
Sometimes loose cones are a sign that they are pitted and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,787
Posted By raleighrider75

+1 ....but if you have to try it,you can...

+1

....but if you have to try it,you can try this.I've used this to get home after having the cable snap on me a few times.You're gonna want to find a way to keep it in 2nd(a more managable...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-08, 11:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,354
Posted By raleighrider75

Why would the Italian bikes have the Japanese...

Why would the Italian bikes have the Japanese components?Would it be for their lesser models?The reason I ask is I have a Bianchi road bike and am wondering if it is Italian made.It has Shimano drop...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-08, 07:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,331
Posted By raleighrider75

Seeing as it was sitting/hanging for a long time...

Seeing as it was sitting/hanging for a long time I would say that the hub is dry.Try adding more oil.The worst that will happen is some might leak out.If that doesn't do it then try what wahoonc...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-08, 07:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 773
Posted By raleighrider75

It sounds like the derailleur/cable is...

It sounds like the derailleur/cable is sticking.It wouldn't be the limiting screws because you say it will go in all gears.Are there any kinks in the cable sheathing anywhere or any rust visible on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,730
Posted By raleighrider75

Maybe all you need is a shifter,cable and the...

Maybe all you need is a shifter,cable and the lever that threads onto the axle.There may be nothing wrong with the hub.Sometimes it's really nice to have a selection of gears at your disposal.Are...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-01-08, 04:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,385
Posted By raleighrider75

It might be that it's only the pedals that are...

It might be that it's only the pedals that are bent.That was always one of Raleigh's weakpoints,their pedals.Easy way to tell is to unscrew the pedal and see if it "wobbles" .You may just have to...
Forum: Commuting
02-29-08, 06:54 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 5,814
Posted By raleighrider75

1) What motivates you to commute by bike? ...

1) What motivates you to commute by bike?
Health,save money,help the planet

2) How often do you commute by bike?
Every day

3) Do you commute no matter what the weather?
Yes.

4) How far is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-08, 07:38 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,009
Posted By raleighrider75

What kinda hub is it?I don't think suntour ever...

What kinda hub is it?I don't think suntour ever made in internal gear hub.
Forum: Commuting
02-24-08, 06:57 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,096
Posted By raleighrider75

1.It's fun,keeps me healthy,doing my small bit to...

1.It's fun,keeps me healthy,doing my small bit to help the planet.
2.Ottawa,Ontario,Canada
3.60-70 kms round trip commute.I ride everywhere.
1(a)-summer I ride Raleigh and CCM 3speeds from the 60s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-08, 02:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,849
Posted By raleighrider75

Try OOOO steel wool(also known as Super Fine)on...

Try OOOO steel wool(also known as Super Fine)on the chrome.The rims don't look to be that bad.If you do decide to swap in a Nexus(or newer SA),I'll buy the old shifter and hub off of you.
As for the...
Forum: Commuting
02-23-08, 07:00 PM
Replies: 527
Views: 38,014
Posted By raleighrider75

:lol:Those are great!!I'll be following as well...

:lol:Those are great!!I'll be following as well bud.WELL DONE!!:beer:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-08, 11:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,682
Posted By raleighrider75

The funny thing is the headbadge is the only...

The funny thing is the headbadge is the only thing on this frame.I have what you need/you have what I need:)You pay the shipping and the headbadge is yours.Whatta you think?
Forum: Eastern Canada
02-22-08, 09:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,009
Posted By raleighrider75

:lol:I know this has nothing to do about bears...

:lol:I know this has nothing to do about bears but it just has to go with The Black Fly Movie.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WNyqXsv4Ueo

...but there is a bike in it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-08, 03:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,741
Posted By raleighrider75

I would go with the Pashley.They have been making...

I would go with the Pashley.They have been making bikes since the 20s and have a good reputation.You ask anyone who had/has one and they'll just go on and on and on about how great it is.About the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-08, 03:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,004
Posted By raleighrider75

:lol: I almost spit my coffee all over my...

:lol: I almost spit my coffee all over my computer.That is funny!!I have one of those:)Except, I don't think the neighbour's name is Johnson.:lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-08, 01:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 568
Posted By raleighrider75

The Monster

I got a chance to try one of these.What an amazingly smooth ride.It is equipped with 36x2.00 Coker tires.It only comes as a single speed but I'm sure it wouldn't be too hard to relace a Sturmey or a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-08, 12:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,004
Posted By raleighrider75

+1 :) We've ALL been there at one point or...

+1 :) We've ALL been there at one point or another.
Forum: Living Car Free
02-22-08, 12:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By raleighrider75

I had heard the same thing,that he didn't drive a...

I had heard the same thing,that he didn't drive a car.But there's no reference of it anywhere.Maybe it's just one of those long standing Frank myths.There were many.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-08, 03:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,004
Posted By raleighrider75

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s148/thebikeguy...

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s148/thebikeguyCCM/Terminology1.jpg http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s148/thebikeguyCCM/Terminology2.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-08, 02:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,682
Posted By raleighrider75

Nice find.Here's what the headbadge would look...

Nice find.Here's what the headbadge would look like.What size are the tires(or should I say tyres:))?

http://i151.photobucket.com/albums/s148/thebikeguyCCM/Norman-headbadge.jpg
Forum: Living Car Free
02-22-08, 01:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 556
Posted By raleighrider75

Compressed air powered cars VIDEO

Check this out!It's kinda like adult AirHogs.Very cool!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmqpGZv0YT4
Forum: Living Car Free
02-22-08, 01:28 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 7,905
Posted By raleighrider75

Wow,that compressed air engine stuff is pretty...

Wow,that compressed air engine stuff is pretty cool.I did some sniffing around and found this.You gotta check this out,


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QmqpGZv0YT4


VERY COOL!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-08, 09:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,769
Posted By raleighrider75

No search isn't that hard.In fact I did before...

No search isn't that hard.In fact I did before starting this thread.I was hoping to get more coherent replies.Not the usual squabble.

The bike in questions already has Shimano stuff on it(I don't...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-19-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 6,917
Posted By raleighrider75

I figure we are ALL ambassadors(sp?)to our...

I figure we are ALL ambassadors(sp?)to our hobby/sport.All it takes is a few cagers to see cyclist blowing through red lights to perpetuate this "us and them" attitude.Whenever I see a fellow cyclist...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-08, 08:21 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,769
Posted By raleighrider75

Well if there are,you're the first to say.But...

Well if there are,you're the first to say.But that's what I'm looking for here.Input.I thought this forum was for the free exchange of knowledge and ideas.I'm not just interested in Campy derailleurs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-08, 07:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,162
Posted By raleighrider75

Looks like it should work.If you R/T'd it and it...

Looks like it should work.If you R/T'd it and it works ,great.Just take it easy.Wouldn't want to see the derailleur meet the spokes:eek:(sounds like some old B-movie:)).Like Bambi Meets Godzilla.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,769
Posted By raleighrider75

It's not meant to be a debate.I'm thinking on...

It's not meant to be a debate.I'm thinking on maybe getting Campy and I am really interested in your learned input(that's why I/we visit this site)but so far I don't hear enough to justify the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 05:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,557
Posted By raleighrider75

Wise squirrel! :D

Wise squirrel! :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 04:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,557
Posted By raleighrider75

Solveq-I've been meaning to ask you...

Solveq-I've been meaning to ask you this......what is the beer drinking squirrel saying?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-08, 04:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,769
Posted By raleighrider75

Ummm....They may be out of business but their...

Ummm....They may be out of business but their stuff is still in use on alot of bikes out there.They may be gone but certainly not forgotten.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 03:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,557
Posted By raleighrider75

Why is that?Because of the attrition(sp?)rate of...

Why is that?Because of the attrition(sp?)rate of them or the fact that they just haven't been in existence for all that long?

As for who to blame for "price gouging".I think more blame would fall...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-08, 12:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,769
Posted By raleighrider75

Is Campy THAT good?

I may be "sticking my fingers in the fan" on this one but here goes.
Is Campagnolo equipment THAT good to merit the extra expense or is it just a status thing?Is their stuff that much better than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 12:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,351
Posted By raleighrider75

That Atala is a different bike.It just looks...

That Atala is a different bike.It just looks similiar to yours.Completely different BB.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 11:59 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,156
Posted By raleighrider75

All you really need is a good multi-purpose...

All you really need is a good multi-purpose grease.You can buy a 1 lb tub for around $10 at the local hardware store.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 11:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,557
Posted By raleighrider75

....but it's neither C nor V.What's it doing...

....but it's neither C nor V.What's it doing posted here?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 12:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 471
Posted By raleighrider75

You can try putting sand and a little bit of...

You can try putting sand and a little bit of crushed stone(unused kitty litter works too) in the frame,tape up all the openings,and shake the living s$#t out of it.Then pour it out and apply the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,156
Posted By raleighrider75

...and I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss the one...

...and I wouldn't be so quick to dismiss the one piece crank.Sure you can save a little bit of weight swapping in a custom 3 piece alloy set up but you could open up a whole other can of worms.You...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-08, 10:59 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 8,156
Posted By raleighrider75

It's a one-piece crank.The piece under the nut...

It's a one-piece crank.The piece under the nut that you removed unscrews.It's a reverse thread.You unscrew it and then the pedal arm fits through the BB to take it off(of course you have to remove...
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