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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 201
Posted By Bill Kapaun

To add to that- IF you can prop up the rear...

To add to that-
IF you can prop up the rear wheel and spin the pedals-
Slowly turn them and observe the amount of "sag" in the chain after 8-10 revolutions.
IF the chain ring & cog are centered,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 344
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Did you look at the resolution of the pressure...

Did you look at the resolution of the pressure gauge? A little bit of "stiction" and the tire will be blowing off the rim before the needle moves.
Trying to read 30-100 PSI on a 6000 PSI gauge is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 12:01 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,682
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I love closely spaced gears. I often shift 2 at...

I love closely spaced gears.
I often shift 2 at a time when accelerating.
Once up to speed, I can shift 1 tooth as head/tail winds change slightly or the slope has slight changes and maintain the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 108
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If the other screws from your parts diagram are...

If the other screws from your parts diagram are Metric, presume the screws you need are also Metric. Or SAE:SAE etc.
That only leaves 2-3 sizes that would match.
Stop by the hardware store and buy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 603
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF you have a store that specializes in E Bikes,...

IF you have a store that specializes in E Bikes, maybe they have some "magic tricks" to revive or know of a place that can "rebuild" the battery for less money than a new battery.

Apparently, a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 421
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Along those lines- Crank the chain backwards...

Along those lines-
Crank the chain backwards and observe the RDER pulleys. Often, chain "aberrations" will show up as a noticeable "twitch".
Quick & free to do.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,682
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF a 13-23 was the factory cassette, I'm pretty...

IF a 13-23 was the factory cassette, I'm pretty sure you have a short cage RDER and it won't handle a larger cassette.

Cheap route- Get a low level Shimano RDER such as this-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,181
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This is how I do a quick check and keep the hands...

This is how I do a quick check and keep the hands clean.
Put it on BIG:BIG and see how much "slack" you can pull.
Make sure you have "some"....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 433
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Just a shot in the dark, but was the spindle...

Just a shot in the dark, but was the spindle possibly "flipped"?
Often spindles have an offset with the DS being longer than the NDS.

EDIT: This is what Sheldon shows-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 667
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Do what works best for YOU and the gears you use...

Do what works best for YOU and the gears you use while staying withing limits of the FDER travel.

I tend to use the middle ring the most, so I use a slightly longer spindle.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 818
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Ditto- I was recently bequeathed an Ebike and...

Ditto-
I was recently bequeathed an Ebike and although I could probably maintain 15-17 mph on max assist with 76 year old, beat up knees and a lung capacity of 28%, I simply don't want to screw with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,394
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is the fork bent as if someone ran into a wall?

Is the fork bent as if someone ran into a wall?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 330
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is that the correct lock ring? It looks too big...

Is that the correct lock ring? It looks too big for an 11T cog and won't allow the chain to fully engage?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 208
Posted By Bill Kapaun

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,118
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Might be better off looking for a $50 bike at...

Might be better off looking for a $50 bike at Goodwill or similar?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 12:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 514
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Ditto- shorter cranks are easier on the knees. ...

Ditto- shorter cranks are easier on the knees.
IF you want lower gearing, don't upshift, use a lower gear OR change the cassette to one with larger cogs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,240
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Even "Free" bikes can be more trouble than they...

Even "Free" bikes can be more trouble than they are worth.
On the cheapest "box store" bikes, they likely never shifted properly and would have inadequate stopping power if they weren't so slow to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,240
Posted By Bill Kapaun

How short term? If the bike is being used, they...

How short term? If the bike is being used, they tend to stay good for quite awhile. Besides, the "fix" is simple enough that's it really no big deal. A little spray when the problem reoccurs. Much...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 563
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What;s wrong with a bike that looks like you...

What;s wrong with a bike that looks like you actually use it?
I guess some people are of the mind set like those with large, jacked up, pick up TRUCKS with huge tires that haven't seen a lick of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,030
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What do you think this forum is about?

What do you think this forum is about?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 429
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I don't know know if it applies to your chain,...

I don't know know if it applies to your chain, but I believe some chains are "directional".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 01:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,030
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Will they lace up 2 cross?

Will they lace up 2 cross?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 855
Posted By Bill Kapaun

For better retention, I'd try a solid axle with...

For better retention, I'd try a solid axle with good, serrated nuts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,402
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF this a one of repair, just take the wheel to...

IF this a one of repair, just take the wheel to your LBS, or maybe a bike Co-op if you have one near.

IF you have a good ear, you can tune by tone by twanging.
There are musical charts on the web...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 455
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out...

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out a bit.
Try a 1/4 turn at a time and test.
Keep track of turns in case that wasn't it.

EDIT- OOPS- I was thinking backwards.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 819
Posted By Bill Kapaun

https://www.harborfreight.com/16-in-ball-joint-sep...

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,266
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I know how to make life easier. ...

I know how to make life easier.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 03:20 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,200
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I have low level Shimano triples that shift fine....

I have low level Shimano triples that shift fine.
The claim for simplicity is for those unwilling or too incompetent to adjust a FDER or thoughtless LEMMINGS.
Triples seemed to have had a pretty...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 12:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 472
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Anything from a 26x1.25" to 26x2.2 will work...

Anything from a 26x1.25" to 26x2.2 will work fine.
I'd suggest something in the 1.50-1.75" range.
On my grocery getter, I use 1.25" front and 1.6" rear street slicks and avoid dirt/sand.
Some of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 435
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Why not 1X9 instead of 1X8?

Why not 1X9 instead of 1X8?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 516
Posted By Bill Kapaun

There are 3 pics of the "tree" How about from a...

There are 3 pics of the "tree" How about from a bit further back & side so we can see some "forest"?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 544
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I wouldn't presume the tube would stretch evenly...

I wouldn't presume the tube would stretch evenly enough, even if successfully inflated.
The odds of super thin spots seems too high for my peace of mind.
Take it a step further, and assume you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,059
Posted By Bill Kapaun

With my less than ideal vision, it's worth peace...

With my less than ideal vision, it's worth peace of mind for $2. Having to clean, tediously (for me) inspect and I'd still worry I'd miss something.
When you have saved enough old ones, do a mass...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-24, 09:31 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,059
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The LENGTH of the bearing surface of the cone VS...

The LENGTH of the bearing surface of the cone VS the LENGTH of the bearing surface of the cup.
The cup is about 3/8" greater diameter than the cone and has more than 1 linear inch around the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,059
Posted By Bill Kapaun

1. They are OLD! 2.Your experience may not be...

1. They are OLD!
2.Your experience may not be the norm.
3. You don't know the history, so you can make up any reason you want.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 504
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF I need a bead lubricant, I just apply dish...

IF I need a bead lubricant, I just apply dish soap with my finger around the bead. No water.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 683
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If it looks like this, screw it in all the way to...

If it looks like this, screw it in all the way to the proper torque-
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IF it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 606
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Are you sure the "wear" on your chain rings just...

Are you sure the "wear" on your chain rings just aren't the various "shift aids" that are the norm on multiple chain ring bikes?
Not sure what those are? Look at a new bike.

Is the chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 451
Posted By Bill Kapaun

1. It's a FREE WHEEL! Freewheel or Cassette?...

1. It's a FREE WHEEL!
Freewheel or Cassette? (http://sheldonbrown.com/free-k7.html)

You shouldn't have removed the axle. Leaving it in allows you to use the nut/QR skewer to retain the tool.
You...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 381
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Yes I do and I have several "special drawers" to...

Yes I do and I have several "special drawers" to go along with the 3 for actual kitchen stuff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 11:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 398
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This will give you an idea of the different...

This will give you an idea of the different leverage between V Brakes & Canti/Roller Brakes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,375
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm far from an expert, but don't have trouble...

I'm far from an expert, but don't have trouble with triples. Once set, there shouldn't be anything to go sour unless you can't handle cables & housing either.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,375
Posted By Bill Kapaun

When did a triple become "complex"? They were...

When did a triple become "complex"? They were quite simple a few years ago.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,777
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF the poster was using a torque wrench on a...

IF the poster was using a torque wrench on a regular basis, I'd agree. Back when I was working on cars, about the only thing I used a torque wrench on were head bolts and maybe an occasional "odd...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,777
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If torque wasn't important, would you have...

If torque wasn't important, would you have started this thread?
How much can it cost you if it isn't sufficient? Don't you really want a torque wrench that works? Peace of mind.......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 779
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I've just been bequeathed an Ebike with Shimano...

I've just been bequeathed an Ebike with Shimano BR-MT200 disc brakes. Low end.
$30 to replace the entire front system makes one wonder if they should just skip maintenance and replace (upgrade?) the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 02:01 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,294
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Depends on the rim. Just run a caliper from...

Depends on the rim.
Just run a caliper from brake track to brake track on a cheap rim and you can easily see +/- 0.5mm and not always symmetrical. That can drive you nuts if you only have a "one...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,204
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Get a REMA patch kit. It's far superior than...

Get a REMA patch kit.
It's far superior than DIY methods.
With their feathered edges, you can overlap patches no problem. You can't do that with "rubber bricks".

I don't like stick on patches....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-24, 11:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,417
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Bad luck.

Bad luck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 299
Posted By Bill Kapaun

My personal max (a bit conservative) is 2.2X the...

My personal max (a bit conservative) is 2.2X the internal width. (which means your tire width should be perfectly fine, rim wise.
My absolute minimum? I want the tire to "bulge out" at least 1 mm...
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