Repair stand
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I didn't recognize the name, but by sight I think that's the stand I had used for my employer's/ family's bikes. I did like it and the wide footprint gave it stability.
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Man, I missed the boat on the Aldi's stand. What a great deal! I see a few on Amazon that look similar for $40-$50. Anyone with experience with those? Just for very infrequent use in my garage on my Trek. Thanks!
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Check all your local ALDI as some might still be around. Otherwise they'll be back next spring.
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Thanks. Yeah, I checked yesterday at the Aldi in my town and all they had were some bottle holders and multi-tools. The worker said they had some stands roughly a month ago. Went to the next town over as well and they had zero bike stuff left. Oh well. I did just order this $56 stand from Amazon about an hour ago and hope to get it in a couple days.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PN2NLDW
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07PN2NLDW
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my go to repair stand is this one https://www.ebay.com/itm/Steel-Bike-...IAAOSwcF1a4uJu
if i really need a solid stand i have a park tool pcs-9. i haven't needed to use this one in about 4 years.
if i really need a solid stand i have a park tool pcs-9. i haven't needed to use this one in about 4 years.
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Aldi stands are $17.99
An exceptional price for this sturdy piece of kit.
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Removing Stuck Pedals Suggestions
I have a 30+ year old bike and would like to change the pedals. The pedals that are on there now are original and as you can imagine they are stuck tight. I am trying to avoid using a cheater bar because I don't have one that will fit on my wrench and I would rather not go buy pipe for this (most likely) one time use. I have been spaying WD-40 on them a few times and letting them set. Do any of you have tricks or suggestions (besides a cheater bar) for getting those pedals off? I am not in a rush so I am fine with letting WD-40 penetrate them for a few weeks if that will actually work. I have considered heading them with a torch as well as hitting the pedal screw with a hammer a few time but have not done either of those things. Thought that I would check with you all before I do something that I will regret.... Maybe the cheater bar is the best answer.
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time may be on your side with this project. anything used to saturate the fastener will most likely be flammable, so i'd be a tad reluctant antagonizing it with an open flame. I would also be reluctant to hit a crank with any vigor. a sharp "tap" or two probably won't bend or crack anything, but I wouldn't go to heavy or often.
the cheater bar may be your best non-impact choice. hang out at the local "big-box" store and wait until Joe the Plumber pulls in. ask him if he would help you out and give him a starbux gift card for his trouble. of course for the $$$ of the gift card you could buy a piece of pipe . . . . and then return it after the pedals are set free. let your heart guide you on this one . . .
the cheater bar may be your best non-impact choice. hang out at the local "big-box" store and wait until Joe the Plumber pulls in. ask him if he would help you out and give him a starbux gift card for his trouble. of course for the $$$ of the gift card you could buy a piece of pipe . . . . and then return it after the pedals are set free. let your heart guide you on this one . . .
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time may be on your side with this project. anything used to saturate the fastener will most likely be flammable, so i'd be a tad reluctant antagonizing it with an open flame. I would also be reluctant to hit a crank with any vigor. a sharp "tap" or two probably won't bend or crack anything, but I wouldn't go to heavy or often.
the cheater bar may be your best non-impact choice. hang out at the local "big-box" store and wait until Joe the Plumber pulls in. ask him if he would help you out and give him a starbux gift card for his trouble. of course for the $$$ of the gift card you could buy a piece of pipe . . . . and then return it after the pedals are set free. let your heart guide you on this one . . .
the cheater bar may be your best non-impact choice. hang out at the local "big-box" store and wait until Joe the Plumber pulls in. ask him if he would help you out and give him a starbux gift card for his trouble. of course for the $$$ of the gift card you could buy a piece of pipe . . . . and then return it after the pedals are set free. let your heart guide you on this one . . .
2) It looks like I posted this question in the wrong place. I meant to start a fresh thread but apparently that is not what I did. I don't know how to move it. If they admins want to move it to the Bike Mechanics section then that is fine with me. Sorry for the confusion with this thread.
Thanks again for the help.
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I have a loop of webbing hanging from the ceiling that I can hook the seat with. For added stability, I girth hitch another loop to the stem.
Yes it can swing.
I've built several bikes this way and keep my fleet maintained no problem. I spent my money on a good truing stand. Besides, I would need to do something about the 10 strollers in the garage to have room for a real stand.
Yes it can swing.
I've built several bikes this way and keep my fleet maintained no problem. I spent my money on a good truing stand. Besides, I would need to do something about the 10 strollers in the garage to have room for a real stand.
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I have a loop of webbing hanging from the ceiling that I can hook the seat with. For added stability, I girth hitch another loop to the stem.
Yes it can swing.
I've built several bikes this way and keep my fleet maintained no problem. I spent my money on a good truing stand. Besides, I would need to do something about the 10 strollers in the garage to have room for a real stand.
Yes it can swing.
I've built several bikes this way and keep my fleet maintained no problem. I spent my money on a good truing stand. Besides, I would need to do something about the 10 strollers in the garage to have room for a real stand.
what project for the strollers? orange crate derby entry?
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I went to Aldi's yesterday and my store no longer has the repair stand. She checked a 50 mile radius too and said all of those stores are sold out. Said it is a one time buy each year that they do in May. What is the next best bike repair stand option that is hopefully under $50 or $60 dollars?
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I got the Best Choice Products one from Walmart for $50 and I'm happy with it. I'm sure the Parks is better but mine is fine for occasional use.
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Just an update, I purchased the Aldi’s stand at their store in Redford, MI. $17.50. They have about 7 left in stock.
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I'm down sizing and am selling my double arm Parks professional stand. One used head and one new, with a new T assembly and clamp parts. Base can be special ordered with it as I have a welder waiting to make the base for me. $450 plus shipping. Costly I know but will last a lifetime. Posted in the for sale forum. Smiles, MH
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I went to Aldi's yesterday and my store no longer has the repair stand. She checked a 50 mile radius too and said all of those stores are sold out. Said it is a one time buy each year that they do in May. What is the next best bike repair stand option that is hopefully under $50 or $60 dollars?
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1) That is good advice about the flame and about the "sharp tap". I have been reluctant on both and will probably just end up with the cheater as the options are pretty limited and the cheater is effective.
2) It looks like I posted this question in the wrong place. I meant to start a fresh thread but apparently that is not what I did. I don't know how to move it. If they admins want to move it to the Bike Mechanics section then that is fine with me. Sorry for the confusion with this thread.
Thanks again for the help.
2) It looks like I posted this question in the wrong place. I meant to start a fresh thread but apparently that is not what I did. I don't know how to move it. If they admins want to move it to the Bike Mechanics section then that is fine with me. Sorry for the confusion with this thread.
Thanks again for the help.
put the right crank arm forward and put a block under the left so that you can't backpedal.
From behind the bike, lean over and rest your chest on the saddle so that you can reach out with your right arm and position the wrench on the right pedal so that it's extending forward from the pedal spindle.
Pull.
Pull some more.
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I bought an old trainer for $5 at a garage sale. The kind that grabs the axles/quick release levers. Set it on the workbench and pop the bike in it. Not super elegant but does the job.
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For a home mechanic on a budget you can’t beat the Aldi stand at $25. I do the wash after the weekly long ride, and anything in between. Plus my standard maintenance on 3 bicycles, including a heavy cruiser. Amazingly sturdy, especially when I paid next to nothing for it.
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