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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-13, 08:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,584
Posted By johnknappcc

Sounds like a good idea, I hadn't thought about...

Sounds like a good idea, I hadn't thought about swapping out the housing.



I have an old touring bike with cantilevers, I'm guessing the different pull ratios shouldn't effect the brakes,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-13, 12:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,584
Posted By johnknappcc

Ultegra 6700 rear derailleur issues with Ultegra 6600 levers

I switched from a 6600 long cage rear derailleur to a 6700 short cage. I figured I'd get crisper shifts, and I wanted the rear derailleur to match the look of the my new Ultegra compact crank.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-11, 06:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,044
Posted By johnknappcc

Update: I think there was a quality issue with...

Update: I think there was a quality issue with the particular bolt, and I did mean to say rounded out the head and not stripped. I thought my craftsman hex/socket set would be good enough, maybe...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-11, 12:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,044
Posted By johnknappcc

R700 Clamp Bolt Stripped, How to Remove

I'm doing an overhaul of my bike, I removed the R700 compact crank to clean and inspect bottom bracket of bike. The clamp bolts loosened fine, and was able to remove the crank.

When reinstalling,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-11, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,011
Posted By johnknappcc

Sugino xD 600 with existing Ultegra 6600

Looking to move from a compact double back to a triple (my bike was originally outfitted with a triple).

Obviously, I know I'm going to have to swap out my bottom bracket for a square taper, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-25-09, 05:36 PM
Replies: 3,017
Views: 872,457
Posted By johnknappcc

Probably seen one of my other posts before, but...

Probably seen one of my other posts before, but I'm pretty proud of this one, and it rides like a dream:

Before:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-09, 09:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,299
Posted By johnknappcc

My 1986 Voyageur was made in Japan, most likely...

My 1986 Voyageur was made in Japan, most likely by Panasonic (National), and has Columbus "Tenax" tubing, the fork is Tange chro-mo (I believe). Very solid, well made bike. Most of the parts are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-09, 01:44 AM
Replies: 147
Views: 10,258
Posted By johnknappcc

Awesome pics everyone! Thank you for posting and...

Awesome pics everyone! Thank you for posting and thank you for the great ride!

Hopefully we'll be given at least one more nice weekend before the 5 months of Winter kicks in.

It was great...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-10-09, 01:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,561
Posted By johnknappcc

It isn't hard, but you will basically be looking...

It isn't hard, but you will basically be looking at an entirely new drivetrain, and most likely a new rear wheel/hub (or an entire wheelset).

I did the conversion on mine, but I already had other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-09, 04:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,578
Posted By johnknappcc

Well, at least your on your way to proving my...

Well, at least your on your way to proving my point., 15 + 30 + 40 + 120-240, yeah, but that set will get you a shiny set of metric allen wrenches, and some screw drivers and no one sell's those...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-25-09, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,285
Posted By johnknappcc

Looks like fun, but yeah, it's going to need a...

Looks like fun, but yeah, it's going to need a cooler name to take off here.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-16-09, 01:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,785
Posted By johnknappcc

I had to use the Park tool because no one locally...

I had to use the Park tool because no one locally stocked the Shimano. After using both, you can get a lot more torque out of the Park tool.

Although it looks like you turn the handle, the tool...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-09, 02:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,286
Posted By johnknappcc

Not if you have access to your content, that's...

Not if you have access to your content, that's like breaking your window when you have a key to your front door.

Additionally, server side scripts won't usually copy over (although I doubt this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-09, 02:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,286
Posted By johnknappcc

FTPClient, I like FileZilla (free) or CuteFTP...

FTPClient, I like FileZilla (free) or CuteFTP (paid).

Login (your host should provide the FTP info, usually just a username and password, default directory, etc). Download all your data from the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-09, 01:32 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,733
Posted By johnknappcc

Am I going to get yelled at for suggesting the OP...

Am I going to get yelled at for suggesting the OP get new cranks and outboard bearing cups? :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-09, 01:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,286
Posted By johnknappcc

Who is the owner of the current data? I could...

Who is the owner of the current data? I could always host it, I've got tons of space (unlimited) on my host.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,262
Posted By johnknappcc

Another opportunity to post a picture of my...

Another opportunity to post a picture of my bike???? Yeah!

http://gallery.a-symmetric.com/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1141&g2_serialNumber=2

1986 Schwinn Voyageur Touring Bike...
Forum: Touring
10-13-09, 06:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,915
Posted By johnknappcc

Technically, no. But I did a 27 to 700c...

Technically, no. But I did a 27 to 700c conversion on my bike. Even after some very clever measurements (I was going to have the bosses re-brazed) they still wouldn't have worked for my frame.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-09, 01:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 307
Posted By johnknappcc

170 is the crank length, not sure about the...

170 is the crank length, not sure about the quality, I've heard mixed reviews of FSA stuff, but no personal experience.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-09, 01:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 584
Posted By johnknappcc

Depends on the terrain, and depends on your...

Depends on the terrain, and depends on your definition of better. Thin in the rear will give you less rolling resistance and a little bit more speed generally.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-09, 03:42 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,392
Posted By johnknappcc

If they don't mention what you are selling, or...

If they don't mention what you are selling, or they mention it as "item" its a scam.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-09, 12:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 796
Posted By johnknappcc

Very very nice, I hate you. :rolleyes:

Very very nice, I hate you. :rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-09, 08:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,033
Posted By johnknappcc

SRAM shifters, RD, and FD use a 1:1 cable pull...

SRAM shifters, RD, and FD use a 1:1 cable pull ratio, whereas Shimano shifters, RD, and FD use a 1:2 cable pull ratio.

So, as long as Shimano shifters + Shimano RD + Shimano FD or SRAM shifters...
Forum: Touring
10-09-09, 02:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 798
Posted By johnknappcc

Maybe this is my ignorance, and I'm planning on...

Maybe this is my ignorance, and I'm planning on getting one for next season (at least to charge a Blackberry or iPod for brevets), but isn't this much better option than 1200 dollars (even with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-09, 01:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 718
Posted By johnknappcc

No, the space between the cogs is less. ...

No, the space between the cogs is less. Actually, 10 speed is slightly narrower (hence the need for a spacer on 8/9 speed freehubs), and someone once posted the widths, but it was in a thread not at...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-09-09, 12:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 517
Posted By johnknappcc

Looking to get rollers, would small drum rollers be that bad for a beginner?

I'm looking at getting some rollers (Kreitlers) that have the small drums, and says they are for advanced roller users.

I figure I will eventually be able to work up to it, but is it that much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 11:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,196
Posted By johnknappcc

Pictures or it didn't happen. :rolleyes:

Pictures or it didn't happen. :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 10:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,196
Posted By johnknappcc

Hey Vincev, Did you get it off the Chicago...

Hey Vincev,

Did you get it off the Chicago CL? It looked like a really nice bike, and I love my 86.

:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 10:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,772
Posted By johnknappcc

Actually, I just meant their cutters, but I've...

Actually, I just meant their cutters, but I've only used them at the CO-OP, I have the Shimano's for personal use.

I love park tools, I should have specified that more clearly. However, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 10:19 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,772
Posted By johnknappcc

It made a huge difference, I would recommend one...

It made a huge difference, I would recommend one of the Ultimate/Feedback or Park stands.

I ended up with the Ultimate Pro Elite, and it makes working (hell, even cleaning) the bike a joy. When...
Forum: Touring
10-08-09, 08:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,915
Posted By johnknappcc

I had to ebay mine, for a similar (not same)...

I had to ebay mine, for a similar (not same) reason. The close spaced mounts won't work with the BR-R550's, they are designed to be set a little wider from the rim (cross bikes come to mind).
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 06:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 8,161
Posted By johnknappcc

The only mechanic I trust is a repair only shop. ...

The only mechanic I trust is a repair only shop. Viability though? Overhead?

I think it is more viable for him since he partners up with a shop-only shop and they refer people to each other.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 06:30 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,772
Posted By johnknappcc

cable cutters . . . don't bother with Parks . . ....

cable cutters . . . don't bother with Parks . . .

http://www.ebikestop.com/shimano_tl_ct11_cutter-TL6025.php
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 06:27 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,851
Posted By johnknappcc

I like it very very very much, however, that is a...

I like it very very very much, however, that is a Brooks B-17 Narrow, chopped or swallowized . . .

http://www.wallbike.com/content/butchering.html
Forum: Commuting
10-08-09, 02:48 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 4,481
Posted By johnknappcc

Guy stopped for a middle finger? That's...

Guy stopped for a middle finger? That's practically a salutation around Chicago. As in . . .

Hey good morning, go f**k yourself!

You too, a**hat!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,674
Posted By johnknappcc

You may want to look at 9 speed, since the...

You may want to look at 9 speed, since the availability is a little better, but if you can find a deal on 8 speed stuff I would go for it.

I would most likely look into XT stuff, my wife has it...
Forum: Commuting
10-08-09, 01:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,127
Posted By johnknappcc

Anyone ever use this . . . A Cateye EL-600RC...

Anyone ever use this . . .

A Cateye EL-600RC

http://www.lickbike.com/productpage.aspx?PART_NUM_SUB=%273324-00%27
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 01:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 567
Posted By johnknappcc

+2 (seen it twice) I couldn't ever imagine a...

+2 (seen it twice)

I couldn't ever imagine a totally seized BB (aside from the cups in the shell), the wear from the bearings/dirt against the races would constantly be shaving metal away to...
Forum: Commuting
10-08-09, 01:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 691
Posted By johnknappcc

I just measured with my calipers, and it looks...

I just measured with my calipers, and it looks like my most limited clearance is 43mm where the chainstays meet up with the bottom bracket. Fork clearance is just over 50mm, and the top of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 01:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 769
Posted By johnknappcc

Ideally, I would buy a second chain, fit to the...

Ideally, I would buy a second chain, fit to the compact (if you will be switching back to the traditional road double after your hilly rides), but otherwise it's a pretty simple switch.

To save...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 03:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 477
Posted By johnknappcc

It depends: I went from a 5 speed freewheel,...

It depends:

I went from a 5 speed freewheel, with the original Shimano light action RD, to a 9speed cassette on 700C wheels. The RD had the range to cover the whole cassette in friction, however,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-08-09, 03:34 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,629
Posted By johnknappcc

Whoa, at first I thought my eyes were playing...

Whoa, at first I thought my eyes were playing tricks on me . . .
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-09, 10:08 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 6,095
Posted By johnknappcc

For a reasonable priced light, does anyone have...

For a reasonable priced light, does anyone have any experience with this one . . .

http://www.lickbike.com/productpage.aspx?PART_NUM_SUB=%273324-00%27 The cateye EL-600RC?

I live in Chicago...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-09, 09:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,851
Posted By johnknappcc

Very nice, good find! :thumb:

Very nice, good find! :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-09, 09:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,610
Posted By johnknappcc

kids don't need brakes, or true wheels.

kids don't need brakes, or true wheels.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-09, 09:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,554
Posted By johnknappcc

+100 ...

+100

http://gallery.a-symmetric.com/main.php?g2_view=core.DownloadItem&g2_itemId=1100&g2_serialNumber=2

And, I've used it with both a nine speed cassette/chain and 10 speed. It works with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,096
Posted By johnknappcc

Try a clamp, you could probably get away with it...

Try a clamp, you could probably get away with it below or above. Shouldn't be much of an issue, for shims, you could get Nitto Handlebar shims, which are for 25.4 to 26 bars. That would give you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-09, 09:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,859
Posted By johnknappcc

You shouldn't run brakes on non-machined rims. I...

You shouldn't run brakes on non-machined rims. I don't know why the LBS didn't say, hey you need machined rims.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-09, 08:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 446
Posted By johnknappcc

No, you will generally have a freewheel on those...

No, you will generally have a freewheel on those older bikes, that kit is for a freehub.

You will need to redish and respace your rear wheel, or pay a shop to do it, and then get a bmx style...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-09, 10:05 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,629
Posted By johnknappcc

Beat me to it. Hahahahahahahahahaha

Beat me to it. Hahahahahahahahahaha
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