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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 689
Posted By Barry2

OK, fun time over.. After all this is their...

OK, fun time over..

After all this is their first ever post at Bike Forums.


King Friday , Welcome to bike forums (and our sad sense of humor)

When sizing a chain it needs to be long enough...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 689
Posted By smd4

Curious as to how this chain was sized...

Curious as to how this chain was sized...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 688
Posted By cyccommute

If you haven’t threaded the barrel adjuster into...

If you haven’t threaded the barrel adjuster into the shifter, that is the first thing to do to get it working properly. If the barrel adjuster isn’t in place the cable won’t be rigid enough.

If...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 770
Posted By smd4

Wrong.

Wrong.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 384
Posted By bboy314

Looks like a threaded on freewheel with the cogs...

Looks like a threaded on freewheel with the cogs removed. Note the splines for a freewheel removal tool.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 853
Posted By StanSeven

ggbo951a - personal insults are not allowed. I...

ggbo951a - personal insults are not allowed. I suggest you just move on from this now that you’ve received some good advice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 853
Posted By veganbikes

No there is no "class action lawsuit" because you...

No there is no "class action lawsuit" because you didn't grease threads, haven't removed your rack ever and when you finally did you used the wrong tools and maybe the wrong practices. There is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 497
Posted By jacksbike

Repair of 90's Rapidfire shifters

Hello Everyone,
I am a long time volunteer at a local non-profit that repairs and gives away bikes. We receive quite a few 90's era ATB's with Shimano Rapidfire shifters that are gummed up and do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 205
Posted By Bill Kapaun

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 08:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,096
Posted By ScottCommutes

This is a very logical position, and I'm sure...

This is a very logical position, and I'm sure many agree with you. I've certainly bought my kids lots of parts already, of various qualities.

This was a proud dad weekend, by the way. My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,096
Posted By ScottCommutes

Today I thought about buying a Walmart bike

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Huffy-26-inch-Rock-Creek-Men-s-Mountain-Bike-Blue/1121295?athbdg=L1102&from=/search

I was in Walmart today and I saw this men's 26" wheel Huffy mountain bike for $98. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,209
Posted By soyabean

Trigger shifters get sluggish and sticky over...

Trigger shifters get sluggish and sticky over time as the grease in them ages and cakes up. Especially that latch that catches onto the dial teeth as you thumb it. Most of the time it can be flushed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 406
Posted By Bike Gremlin

I'm trying to keep the tradition: :) ...

I'm trying to keep the tradition: :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tqOYSoNt3Wg&list=PLlbCLBTvuIsun0Zy3D0Gl06E26pUu2kfy
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 517
Posted By RCMoeur

At the co-op, we'll sometimes have a customer ask...

At the co-op, we'll sometimes have a customer ask for a Vise-Grip or pliers, and the response is "and what are we using it on...?" We'll typically steer them toward the correct wrench size instead....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 517
Posted By RCMoeur

Most of the time on the bike, I carry a toolkit...

Most of the time on the bike, I carry a toolkit that can fix my bike and some problems with others' bikes. When I lead my weekly group, I also carry a couple extra 700C and 26" tubes, as although...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 793
Posted By FBinNY

A variation on this---- Back the bolt off...

A variation on this----

Back the bolt off half turn from tight, and do sprint intervals near home. The arm will come free with an audible pop.

If that fails, leave the bolt off and join some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 793
Posted By Bill Kapaun

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

https://www.harborfreight.com/16-in-ball-joint-separator-63420.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=12144811130&campaignid=12144811130&utm_content=117789284358&adsetid=117789284358&produ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 04:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 260
Posted By aaronM46

I got it all back together. Thanks!

I got it all back together. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 659
Posted By MudPie

The Park torque spec is my go-to reference,...

The Park torque spec is my go-to reference, unless otherwise stated on the component. I've always assumed the Park table was for lubricated threads and I always grease threads. In general, I never...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,841
Posted By cb400bill

That is quite enough. Thread closed.

That is quite enough.

Thread closed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,841
Posted By veganbikes

You resurrected a thread from 2018 for that?...

You resurrected a thread from 2018 for that? Yeeesh.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 971
Posted By Weogo

"Why even have a derailleur hangar? Sheesh. Just...

"Why even have a derailleur hangar? Sheesh. Just build it into the frame."

My understanding is that derailleur hangers that are part of a steel frame or attached to a frame can be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-24, 01:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 728
Posted By lukeforster2002

Thanks man appreciate it a lot. I cycle to work...

Thanks man appreciate it a lot. I cycle to work most days and have owned the bike for 6+ years now, and try and do as much maintenance myself as possible. I've just bought a tool set so i can strip...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,176
Posted By rekmeyata

Don't ask your LBS, they don't know anything, ask...

Don't ask your LBS, they don't know anything, ask Park
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 659
Posted By Mtracer

General Torque Specifications form Park Tool

I stumbled on this webpage from Park Tool. It has recommenced torque settings for all things bike. While I would always try to find specific manufacturer's specifications, sometimes that's just not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,413
Posted By FBinNY

Bike Forums has a sub-forum ideally suited for...

Bike Forums has a sub-forum ideally suited for this subject.

It's P&R (politics & religion) and IMO should be P, R & Chain lube.

This subject stirs up all kinds of pointless arguments, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,496
Posted By FBinNY

I think he meant both sides, not both ends.

I think he meant both sides, not both ends.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 677
Posted By Outrider1

You're on on bike forum stating "on the rare...

You're on on bike forum stating "on the rare occasion I have to pedal...". I just find it very funny. Throttle away!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 245
Posted By FBinNY

Welcome to the world of planned obsolescence. ...

Welcome to the world of planned obsolescence.

Sorry, I can't help, nor resist a rant.

It's become far too common for folks to produce bikes with unique parts, then fail to support those bikes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,048
Posted By cyccommute

Why wouldn’t it work? I used a seatpost gauge on...

Why wouldn’t it work? I used a seatpost gauge on hundreds of different frames as part of my work at the local co-op and never found a frame the gauge wouldn’t work on. Seatpost get stolen regularly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,048
Posted By cyccommute

Or just get ahold of a seatpost sizing gauge...

Or just get ahold of a seatpost sizing gauge...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,066
Posted By BTinNYC

11 speed with the cover off during a recent spa...

11 speed with the cover off during a recent spa treatment. It doesn't take much to cause interference in that clockwork. Flush that thang....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,066
Posted By FBinNY

Add me to the check the shifter group, but with a...

Add me to the check the shifter group, but with a caveat.

RDs do wear. They develop increased play at the 4 pivots, and cage pivot.

So, while checking the shifters is a must, it's also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-24, 11:55 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,176
Posted By cyccommute

In the “I'm Already Enrolled in the Schwalbe...

In the “I'm Already Enrolled in the Schwalbe Tube Recycling Program”, they give details about collection process.


They take any tubes except those with sealant…and nobody likes messing with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,552
Posted By Troul

if people knew when to use good quality SAE vs...

if people knew when to use good quality SAE vs metric tools with hardware, that'd go a long way.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,552
Posted By FBinNY

Expertise isn't binary, nor is it all one thing ...

Expertise isn't binary, nor is it all one thing

For example, one wouldn't figure any expertise is involved in tightening a bolt, but consider.

Skill allows you to know how tightening seat post...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 871
Posted By dedhed

https://www.kstoerz.com/freespoke/hub/409 ...

https://www.kstoerz.com/freespoke/hub/409

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://www.harborfreight.com/11-34-in-flexi...

​​​​​​https://www.harborfreight.com/11-34-in-flexible-extension-hex-bit-holder-59830.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=19231709222&campaignid=19231709222&utm_content=159331522969&adse...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 577
Posted By '02 nrs

stickey shifter.

pull the shift cable off (remove 2 tiny screws to remove the access door) THEN remove the 3 long shouldered screws on the underside & the round plastic piece on the underside of the lever.this will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 314
Posted By RH Clark

Success! I finally got the tool to thread onto...

Success! I finally got the tool to thread onto the drive side. Both cranks are off now. I will wait until my tools arrive to remove the rest. Ordering the Park HCW-5 Lock ring hook tool, The SPA-1...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-24, 10:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 226
Posted By roadcrankr

Same screw as the left shifter.

Same screw as the left shifter.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 400
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Andy

Andy
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,086
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

"Perfect Storm" As others have pointed out:...

"Perfect Storm"

As others have pointed out: too short a threaded section resulting in too few threads of overlap. No lube on threads. And not yet mentioned is that the lug ear slot that became...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,086
Posted By FBinNY

Your problem is that it was top short, and only...

Your problem is that it was top short, and only engaged 2 threads when tight.

Select length carefully, being sure to engage at least 6 threads when tight and you'll be fine.

Also, it's best...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-24, 06:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 480
Posted By digger

That idea worked! Thank you! ...

That idea worked! Thank you!
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,216
Posted By WizardOfBoz

There's a first time for everything, Andrew. You...

There's a first time for everything, Andrew. You made my night!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 869
Posted By andrewclaus

I've never experienced that, but am also...

I've never experienced that, but am also interested in what others have to say. It may depend on your method. Do you need tools, or can you do with bare hands? Some installers are easier on tires...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-24, 02:25 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,210
Posted By SurferRosa

Still knocking the mud off.

Still knocking the mud off.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 4,210
Posted By curbtender

Picked up the tool locally and it gets used all...

Picked up the tool locally and it gets used all the time. I've moved some pretty tweaked ends. Don't think he is going to have a problem with that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 554
Posted By Bike Gremlin

Yes - that photo explains it better than I could....

Yes - that photo explains it better than I could.



That's an M8 x 1 mm thread (the "fine M8 thread") - some hardware stores (in my city at least) have that.
I bought a long one just for that...
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