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Forum: Framebuilders
07-07-23, 06:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,327
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Although I don't think brazing will produce as...

Although I don't think brazing will produce as high of heat as welding, it also is not as strong in tension. Adding another structural member between the chain and seat stays will also stiffen both...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-06-23, 11:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,327
Posted By bikeaddiction1

As mentioned above, the fork would not be...

As mentioned above, the fork would not be designed to resist the moment applied from the force at the disk, much lower down than those on the rim. The same would apply to the frame. Assuming you are...
06-25-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 612
Views: 179,922
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I know the original owner and he gave me the bike...

I know the original owner and he gave me the bike so I am confident that he is the original owner and knows the history of the bike and has no reason to tell me anything else. He originally wanted me...
06-21-23, 10:54 PM
Replies: 612
Views: 179,922
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Thanks for that information. I will need to ask...

Thanks for that information. I will need to ask the original owner what rims it had when new. I was pretty clear that it was a PX-10 so I assume he had the tubular wheels swapped out.
06-21-23, 10:12 PM
Replies: 612
Views: 179,922
Posted By bikeaddiction1

That makes sense, thanks. He said he had new rims...

That makes sense, thanks. He said he had new rims laced onto the hubs because he did not like the tire selection. I just assumed he meant to go from 27" to 700c, but it was likely tubulars then. He...
06-21-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 612
Views: 179,922
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I would like to keep the biker as original as...

I would like to keep the biker as original as possible. It still has the original Normandy hubs, so I'm not sure what freewheel I can find for that. The bike is all original except that the original...
06-21-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 612
Views: 179,922
Posted By bikeaddiction1

What size is your cassette. I am about to rebuild...

What size is your cassette. I am about to rebuild the same bike and with the cassette on it I would not want to hit any hills. I notice that you do not have a short cage derailleur. How does it shift?
01-25-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,707
Posted By bikeaddiction1

So then either you just did not understand the...

So then either you just did not understand the comment or you are just trolling. Have a nice day.
01-25-23, 11:06 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,707
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Did you not read the post I commented on before...

Did you not read the post I commented on before replying?
01-25-23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,707
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I had no trouble understanding what the OP meant...

I had no trouble understanding what the OP meant without a full English lesson.
01-25-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,707
Posted By bikeaddiction1

You kinda did anyway.

You kinda did anyway.
01-25-23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,707
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I think your rear tire is installed backwards.

I think your rear tire is installed backwards.
01-12-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,350
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Lots of speculation and advice here, much of it...

Lots of speculation and advice here, much of it quite good. I have seen this on a couple Cannondale's and until you strip the paint and clean away all the corrosion you don't know what you are...
06-09-22, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 429
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I recently used Canpar. They were the least...

I recently used Canpar. They were the least expensive and bike came from Ottawa to Calgary with no issues.
04-06-22, 06:44 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 35,547
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Thanks, but I already have the RD812 derailleur...

Thanks, but I already have the RD812 derailleur and the M8000 SGS cage plates are on the way. This way if I do want to go up to an 11-46 cassette I will be able to, although I only see needing that...
04-06-22, 08:03 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 35,547
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Thanks for letting me know of your success. It...

Thanks for letting me know of your success. It gives more confidence in that mine will work well. Did you have to lengthen your chain? Mine is already at 116 links but looks like I will be able to...
04-05-22, 06:31 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 35,547
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I have a 2 x 11 GRX 810 drivetrain with a 46/30...

I have a 2 x 11 GRX 810 drivetrain with a 46/30 crank on my Salas Cutthroat. I have bought a GRX 812 rear derailleur and plan to do this:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7kUxmkuJWNg
As I already...
03-04-22, 02:05 PM
Replies: 330
Views: 66,089
Posted By bikeaddiction1

No problem. This is where I took my guidance from...

No problem. This is where I took my guidance from and it gives good information on confirming if you have a "type 3" fork:...
03-04-22, 11:15 AM
Replies: 330
Views: 66,089
Posted By bikeaddiction1

For mine, I happened to have a steel fork of of...

For mine, I happened to have a steel fork of of an old Apollo (Japanese bike) that fortunately had a long enough steerer tube to fit my XL Viscount without cutting or rethreading. The main frame of...
02-17-22, 12:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,458
Posted By bikeaddiction1

In the past I've used rags, brushes, etc. to try...

In the past I've used rags, brushes, etc. to try and get between the gears but a few years ago I started using the thick cords or stings off of a floor mop head. They can be off a clean, used mop...
01-01-22, 01:01 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,180
Posted By bikeaddiction1

This video might be helpful: ...

This video might be helpful:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sRgLG1uP_uo
08-23-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,038
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I have used mine many times to straighten a...

I have used mine many times to straighten a hanger on aluminium and carbon bikes, not just as a check. If the hanger is bent too far you may not be able to "bend" it back without cracking or breaking...
08-23-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,038
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I have used mine on numerous steel bikes. The...

I have used mine on numerous steel bikes. The tool does not care what the frame material is.Why do you feel this can't be done?
06-21-21, 10:33 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 58,743
Posted By bikeaddiction1

If you contact Marinoni at Cycles Marinoni Inc....

If you contact Marinoni at Cycles Marinoni Inc. (http://info@marinonicycles.com) and give them your serial number and if you can, a picture of your bike they will identify it for you. At least they...
04-26-21, 01:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,489
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I have three bikes with disc brakes (one...

I have three bikes with disc brakes (one mechanical, two hydraulic) and a number of bikes with rim brakes. I personally will not buy another new bike without disc brakes, preferably hydraulic, and...
04-22-21, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I would say it is an adapter to use a wheel with...

I would say it is an adapter to use a wheel with a through axle into a fork made for a traditional QR. There are 20 mm though axles.
03-30-21, 08:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,028
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I believe you have already identified the...

I believe you have already identified the advantage to B. If you have no other adjustability in the cable it is good to go this way.
03-20-21, 06:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,800
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I agree that the axle can't be broken, but the...

I agree that the axle can't be broken, but the hub itself can be bent at the freehub threads in a hard hit, just enough so the freehub wobbles but it wold never touch the axle. I have also seen bent...
03-19-21, 08:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,800
Posted By bikeaddiction1

In my experience, when the entire freewheel...

In my experience, when the entire freewheel cluster is wobbling back and forth with each revolution it is the wheel hub that is the problem. One of the issues with freewheels (verses freehub and...
03-18-21, 09:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,118
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Most stems are designed somewhat symmetrical and...

Most stems are designed somewhat symmetrical and can be flipped with no problems. Looking at 3t mutant photos it appears to have more material along it's length at the top which would allow for...
03-05-21, 07:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Correct

Correct
03-03-21, 10:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,451
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Nice! Thanks for sharing this.

Nice! Thanks for sharing this.
03-02-21, 09:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,695
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Mine is also Columbus ChroMor.

Mine is also Columbus ChroMor.
03-01-21, 05:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 872
Posted By bikeaddiction1

If the post is slipping something else is wrong...

If the post is slipping something else is wrong and you need to use carbon assembly paste.

Now that it is glued you will have trouble using enough heat to soften the adhesive without damaging the...
03-01-21, 05:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,498
Posted By bikeaddiction1

You can find all the Miyata catalogues here:...

You can find all the Miyata catalogues here: https://www.ragandbone.ca/Miyata/miyata_selector.html
If you look through them they usually show the colours for each model and year as well as pictures...
03-01-21, 12:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,695
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I have the same 1989 bike that a finished...

I have the same 1989 bike that a finished overhauling in January. it is a deeper green/blue colour with white seat and bars. I don't know if the colour was for the Canadian market or was available...
02-28-21, 03:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 522
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I have been on casual rides, long touring rides,...

I have been on casual rides, long touring rides, and mountain bike rides where people badly bend or break their derailleur hanger. Some where from obvious impact and some where hard to tell why they...
02-25-21, 02:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,029
Posted By bikeaddiction1

If you google "bicycle rear rack installation...

If you google "bicycle rear rack installation with p clamp" you will see a number of examples.
02-24-21, 09:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,040
Posted By bikeaddiction1

When I do a vintage bike I take them completely...

When I do a vintage bike I take them completely apart right down to the bearings and soak and clean and sometimes polish everything. I've got it now so I can do a bike in eight hours or less if, and...
02-24-21, 09:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,040
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I actually just found in an online magazine...

I actually just found in an online magazine archive, a 20 April 1989 now magazine had a list of Toronto Bike stores and had this:...
02-24-21, 06:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,040
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Anyone ever heard of Di Salle Bicycles? Vintage Campy Group Set.

I just finished overhauling a bike of a manufacturer I have never heard of. The bike just says "Di Salle" on the down tube and the head tube says Di Salle Bicycles, Toronto Canada. Based on looking...
02-20-21, 11:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,934
Posted By bikeaddiction1

That's it, except for frame colour, and I...

That's it, except for frame colour, and I installed a women's saddle and shorter stem to fit her better. The welds are really nice on Cannondale Aluminum frames which are obviously machined smooth...
02-19-21, 05:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,934
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I fixed up an M800 for my sister in law. It was...

I fixed up an M800 for my sister in law. It was purple with matching anodizing on the brakes. I showed her your post and asked what she thought. She likes it but she does not want to polish. The...
02-19-21, 09:08 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,934
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I like the bare polished look, but do you have...

I like the bare polished look, but do you have any surface protection other that polish? I am wondering how this would stand up to corrosion. Admittedly, most corrosion I have seen on aluminium bikes...
02-16-21, 08:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 498
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I would trim off the little flap of tape so the...

I would trim off the little flap of tape so the tire bead can't catch it as you are inflating it and leave it as is. It should not leak there and it does not extend out to where the tire bead will...
02-15-21, 05:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 498
Posted By bikeaddiction1

A picture would help. It depends what is beneath...

A picture would help. It depends what is beneath the flaw. If is is on a part of the rim where fluid cannot escape through the flaw and the flaw is not close to a spoke hole etc. you can probably...
02-14-21, 11:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,151
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I thought about that too as I started to uncover...

I thought about that too as I started to uncover changes to the bikes. I don't believe the last owner who had no work shop, did these changes and based on the cobwebs, dirt, rotten tubes and tires,...
02-13-21, 03:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,151
Posted By bikeaddiction1

Could very well be, but I got another bike at the...

Could very well be, but I got another bike at the same time as this with the same paint and a few aftermarket differences and a weird component mix that make me think it was modified. That bike is...
02-13-21, 12:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,151
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I stripped paint off of the seats take apps . It...

I stripped paint off of the seats take apps . It looks to me like the Bianchi emblem on the seat stay cap is brazed out as well. I have no idea why somebody would do that. Anyway, does this help...
02-12-21, 06:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,151
Posted By bikeaddiction1

I will do this tomorrow and get back to you. I...

I will do this tomorrow and get back to you. I will not be surprised to find more interesting details.

I am really appreciating all the input I am getting here, but having been on the BF for a...
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