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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 09:04 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,310
Posted By dsbrantjr

I had a SoCAL buddy who would whack a new...

I had a SoCAL buddy who would whack a new surfboard against the corner of the house to get the first ding over with.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,823
Posted By dsbrantjr

Please do not use gasoline for anything except a...

Please do not use gasoline for anything except a motor fuel. It is highly flammable and creates explosive vapors which will travel a long way to an ignition source. It is toxic by vapor inhalation...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-23, 08:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 819
Posted By dsbrantjr

The nice thing about chuck wedges is that they...

The nice thing about chuck wedges is that they push straight and evenly against the crank and BB, a pickle fork is wedge-shaped and more likely to do collateral damage.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-23, 01:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 336
Posted By dsbrantjr

It is a magnetic base for holding a dial...

It is a magnetic base for holding a dial indicator or similar
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-23, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 801
Posted By dsbrantjr

+1 If you decide to drill it out, drilling from...

+1 If you decide to drill it out, drilling from the lever side will work with a regular right-hand drill bit. Start with a smallish bit and gradually go bigger; it will likely unscrew by itself as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-23, 08:10 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,729
Posted By dsbrantjr

I use Continental Easy Tape exclusively. It is...

I use Continental Easy Tape exclusively. It is thinner and slicker than the Velox cloth which makes mounting tires easier. Won't creep like electrical tape or filament-reinforced packing tape. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-23, 04:16 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,110
Posted By dsbrantjr

If you decide to buy it, you should consider...

If you decide to buy it, you should consider "stop drilling" the end of that notch so that a crack is less likely to propagate. Stresses will concentrate at that sharp corner, making the radius...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 348
Posted By dsbrantjr

Non-bike specific trailer suggestion; A black...

Non-bike specific trailer suggestion; A black trailer is going to be unpleasantly hot ("the box" in prison movies) in the Florida sun. If the donor is going to do the graphics you might suggest...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-23, 08:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,006
Posted By dsbrantjr

One reason hat plastic items tend to get brittle...

One reason hat plastic items tend to get brittle with age is called "plasticiser migration. Plastic items contain plasticisers to help keep them from becoming brittle and when they are lost from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-23, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 523
Posted By dsbrantjr

Since brakes are a life safety item, you should...

Since brakes are a life safety item, you should probably take your bike to a bike shop or co-op/bike kitchen where someone who knows what to look for can get hands on it..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-23, 07:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 653
Posted By dsbrantjr

Yes, get an internal cam skewer, like Campy or...

Yes, get an internal cam skewer, like Campy or Shimano, keep it lubricated and do it up correctly; the lever should leave an impression on the heel of your hand if it is tight enough..
Those...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-01-23, 03:01 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,374
Posted By dsbrantjr

As Andrew Stewart points out, getting very...

As Andrew Stewart points out, getting very different braking systems to act identically is going to be a tough job. Just having them both work well is sufficient for safe operation.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-23, 07:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,423
Posted By dsbrantjr

[QUOTE=Positron400;22785645]Heya, i've...

[QUOTE=Positron400;22785645]Heya,

i've ordered a front rack (Basil Portland) and discovered that it's supposed to be mounted at the axle. I have a QR and want to change it to a bolt-on version. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-23, 02:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,586
Posted By dsbrantjr

The stem clearly does not fit the bar correctly...

The stem clearly does not fit the bar correctly for whatever reason. Perhaps someone tried to force an oversized bar into the stem, bending the upper part, or forced the opening wider to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-22, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 820
Posted By dsbrantjr

What is the condition of your hex drive bit? If...

What is the condition of your hex drive bit? If it is worn down/rounded off it is more likely to strip out a bolt head. If so, grind it back to sharp corners or replace it, they are consumables. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-22, 07:53 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,450
Posted By dsbrantjr

When a tire is mounted and inflated, the joint is...

When a tire is mounted and inflated, the joint is being pushed together, not pulled apart. Not crazy at all
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-22, 03:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,276
Posted By dsbrantjr

Make certain that you get the real stuff NOT the...

Make certain that you get the real stuff NOT the milky-white substitute.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-22, 02:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 772
Posted By dsbrantjr

Never Fix A Running Piece!

Never Fix A Running Piece!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-22, 11:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,214
Posted By dsbrantjr

I find that pedals typically come from the...

I find that pedals typically come from the factory skimpily lubed and too tightly adjusted; I always lube and adjust new pedals before putting them into service. I specifically only buy pedals which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-22, 03:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 540
Posted By dsbrantjr

It is possible to install a threaded insert...

It is possible to install a threaded insert called a Helicoil which will restore the threads stronger than new.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-22, 02:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 552
Posted By dsbrantjr

I ride on the right and notice my tires wear more...

I ride on the right and notice my tires wear more on the left, which I attribute to road crown.
Off topic, my '65 VW Beetle repair manual listed alternate, asymmetrical front end alignment angles...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-22, 02:07 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,525
Posted By dsbrantjr

Nope, cones are typically case-hardened steel...

Nope, cones are typically case-hardened steel which is impossible to cut with a tap.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-22, 02:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 552
Posted By dsbrantjr

De-mount, flip, and reinstall periodically to...

De-mount, flip, and reinstall periodically to equalize the wear?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-22, 02:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 825
Posted By dsbrantjr

Get some Kano Kroil, it is your best chance at a...

Get some Kano Kroil, it is your best chance at a penetrant-only solution.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-22, 08:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 443
Posted By dsbrantjr

There is a handy dust cap removal tool which is...

There is a handy dust cap removal tool which is very helpful in doing the required maintenance. Search on "MKS pedal dust cap spanner". IME most pedals come skimpily greased and adjusted too tight...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-22, 06:13 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,556
Posted By dsbrantjr

I have 38mm and 47mm tires on 19mm rims with zero...

I have 38mm and 47mm tires on 19mm rims with zero issues.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-22, 07:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,236
Posted By dsbrantjr

Get one of the good (Park Tool is one) spoke...

Get one of the good (Park Tool is one) spoke wrenches which grips 4 corners/3 sides of the spoke and is the correct size; a good fit is critical to give you the best chance of breaking the spoke...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-22, 08:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 869
Posted By dsbrantjr

Bolts can be cut shorter rather easily. Using a...

Bolts can be cut shorter rather easily. Using a too-short bolt could result in its coming loose and/or stripping the threads; having the bars come off is only funny in the cartoons.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-22, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 291
Posted By dsbrantjr

This. Often when changing only the inner cable,...

This. Often when changing only the inner cable, the groove the old cable has worn in the housing (a cause of much of the new cable "stretch") does not fit the new cable well, which causes excess...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-22, 07:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 459
Posted By dsbrantjr

Friction shifting is the way to go for this kind...

Friction shifting is the way to go for this kind of situation, works with pretty much whatever else you have on the bike. No fiddly indexing adjustments and you can easily trim the front if needed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-22, 12:51 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 365
Posted By dsbrantjr

https://www.greenpartstore.com/John-Deere-Multi-Pu...

https://www.greenpartstore.com/John-Deere-Multi-Purpose-SD-Polyurea-Gun-Grease-TY6341.html -15 to 350°F (-26 to 177°C) A lifetime supply for $6.47
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-22, 04:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,376
Posted By dsbrantjr

I keep new ones as spares; I would be too...

I keep new ones as spares; I would be too lazy/forgetful to take the worn link out and replace it when I get home. I also have a little piece of coat hanger wire bent into a double hook tool to hold...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-22, 03:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,264
Posted By dsbrantjr

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/chain-wear.html

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/chain-wear.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 648
Posted By dsbrantjr

I would not expect great shifting performance but...

I would not expect great shifting performance but certainly useable in a "bail-out" situation. Should be manageable with your downtube shifters, friction shifting overcomes a lot of issues..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,376
Posted By dsbrantjr

I consider "single use" to mean "use with one...

I consider "single use" to mean "use with one chain" and toss both when worn. IIRC there was some patent or another which kept folks from advertising reuseable links, calling them single-use...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-22, 09:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 821
Posted By dsbrantjr

If you need a bead jack to mount your tires, you...

If you need a bead jack to mount your tires, you had better have it with you when you get a flat or you are going to be stuck.
Another way to ease mounting of tires is to use a thinner rim strip...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 328
Posted By dsbrantjr

Before taking the shotgun approach of replacing...

Before taking the shotgun approach of replacing things, maybe you should clean and lube the mechanisms and replace the cables and housings. You might find that it works just fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-22, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 616
Posted By dsbrantjr

They'll pry my steel frames from my cold, dead...

They'll pry my steel frames from my cold, dead hands!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-22, 03:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 755
Posted By dsbrantjr

Bicycles are intended to be pedaled forward. If...

Bicycles are intended to be pedaled forward. If it does that OK I would advise leaving well enough alone. Never Fix A Running Piece.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-22, 06:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,502
Posted By dsbrantjr

20 year old pads? I would replace them first.

20 year old pads? I would replace them first.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-22, 09:00 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,876
Posted By dsbrantjr

This is the price we pay for that slick...

This is the price we pay for that slick under-bar-tape cable routing, I'm afraid.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-22, 05:07 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,368
Posted By dsbrantjr

I don't like it a bit. The idea of having two...

I don't like it a bit. The idea of having two clamp bolts is to increase the area under clamping pressure (and add redundnacy). What you propose seems to me like you are "stealing" clamping...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-22, 09:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,664
Posted By dsbrantjr

Or help someone else and rack up karmic points.

Or help someone else and rack up karmic points.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-22, 09:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 253
Posted By dsbrantjr

No part is perfectly concentric, nor is any...

No part is perfectly concentric, nor is any assembly. I would consider 2-3 mm of derailleur movement irrelevant; the amount of non-concentricity of the chainring is certainly less than this. You...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-22, 07:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 404
Posted By dsbrantjr

I have found that it is hard to go wrong with...

I have found that it is hard to go wrong with Kool Stop products.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-22, 02:07 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,681
Posted By dsbrantjr

I'd suggest you get used to using your front...

I'd suggest you get used to using your front brake preferentially, so that it is a reflex when the time comes where you need to brake really hard in an emergency.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-22, 09:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,127
Posted By dsbrantjr

I use Tef-Gel on all dissimilar-metal joints, it...

I use Tef-Gel on all dissimilar-metal joints, it is specifically desgned to hinder electrolytic corrosion in marine conditions: https://www.tefgel.com/contain.php?param=tefgel_infor
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-22, 06:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,097
Posted By dsbrantjr

This is why I see no economy in buying large...

This is why I see no economy in buying large quantities of such things unless you use it at a prodigious rate..
I buy the smallest Rema tubes of vulcanizing fluid, carefully squeeze out all of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,207
Posted By dsbrantjr

You do not want glue, you want "vulcanizing...

You do not want glue, you want "vulcanizing fluid" which, when correctly used, causes a chemical bond between the tube and the patch. Sulfur something something, one of the organic chemists in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-22, 07:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 792
Posted By dsbrantjr

My go-to for dissimilar metal joints/fasteners...

My go-to for dissimilar metal joints/fasteners where electrolytic corrosion is a concern, is Tef-Gel: https://www.tefgel.com/contain.php?param=tefgel_infor
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