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Originally Posted by Dan Burkhart
(Post 18653608)
I have built several wheels with SRF3 hubs, and use one in one of my own bikes. They are a quality hub, and the design changes have eliminated the false neutral of the older design. The SRF3 has the same internals as the AW, the difference is the alloy shell.
The steel shel AW is still produced if you prefer to go that way. I see some vendors calling it an S-30, but that nomenclature is not found on Sturmey Archer's site, nor on the listings of the distributors I buy from. Thanks! |
Originally Posted by DQRider
(Post 18653649)
Ah, of course. I should have just asked you to begin with. It's nice to hear they finally got rid of the false neutral. That's probably the way I want to go. The bike I am planning to build will be a one-off, so I don't have any preference for the original English hubs, as long as the bike is still eligible for Pepin and other events. Okay, so SRF3 is the correct nomenclature. Is that sold as a kit, with shifter, cable, and hardware? (We can continue this discussion by email or PM if you want...)
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Originally Posted by Velocivixen
(Post 18652479)
@rhm - Thanks. No, I'm not willing to burn out a light just to find out. It's not a big deal. I have two G6 hubs that I've overhauled which are 32 hole. Seems like the smaller wheels used 28h.
REGULATORS FOR DYNAMO GENERATORS They sell one specifically for use with the GH6 and LED lights.. |
[MENTION=398923]Fidbloke[/MENTION] - yes, thanks. I have looked over that site and emailed them in the past. Great resource.
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Originally Posted by Dan Burkhart
(Post 18653608)
I have built several wheels with SRF3 hubs, and use one in one of my own bikes. They are a quality hub, and the design changes have eliminated the false neutral of the older design. The SRF3 has the same internals as the AW, the difference is the alloy shell.
The steel shel AW is still produced if you prefer to go that way. I see some vendors calling it an S-30, but that nomenclature is not found on Sturmey Archer's site, nor on the listings of the distributors I buy from. |
Originally Posted by Dan Burkhart
(Post 18653608)
I have built several wheels with SRF3 hubs, and use one in one of my own bikes. They are a quality hub, and the design changes have eliminated the false neutral of the older design. The SRF3 has the same internals as the AW, the difference is the alloy shell.
The steel shel AW is still produced if you prefer to go that way. I see some vendors calling it an S-30, but that nomenclature is not found on Sturmey Archer's site, nor on the listings of the distributors I buy from. It goes like this: C30 - Rotary 3-Speed alloy hubs. These come with different braking systems, but they are all alloy hubs with the newer rotary selector system. S30 & S3S - Classic 3-Speed hubs. The S30 hubs have alloy shells. They come with a range of braking systems, and they use the older indicator chain selector method. The S3S hubs all have steel shells. There are two different braking variants plus the AW, which is much the same as the originals.. |
Originally Posted by Dan Burkhart
(Post 18655259)
I must correct myself on this statement. Don't know how I missed this in the past, probably because I have always focused on the specific model, but looking at the top of the left column here, http://www.sturmey-archer.com/files/...EED%20HUBS.pdf it looks like they list the entire class of 3 speeds as S30. Stiil you want to know the specific model within that category when ordering.
I have to type all my text into Notepad and paste it into the BF text box, so I hadn't noticed that you'd updated yourself. I can't type directly onto BF, as there's some sort of 'Transatlantic Delay' which means that I'll type several lines and my computer gives up after a few words.. |
Originally Posted by Fidbloke
(Post 18655300)
I answered your post and just realised that you'd already done it. Ooops!
I have to type all my text into Notepad and paste it into the BF text box, so I hadn't noticed that you'd updated yourself. I can't type directly onto BF, as there's some sort of 'Transatlantic Delay' which means that I'll type several lines and my computer gives up after a few words.. |
Originally Posted by Loose Chain
(Post 18651023)
>>>SNIP>>>Another question, I bought a step through Dunalt some years back which I am working on, another project, to give to my still too young niece. I am afraid of the frame. Those double down tube bikes look scary to me as if at any moment they might fold up? How strong are these (girl) bikes?
One concern did hit hard here in Japan a few years ago. Some parents were riding with a child in a seat on the rear, another on a seat mounted in front and still another on the parent's back or a front-pouch. This was a common sight. Then the government became concerned over head injuries among children. At the same time it was noticed that the average "mama-chari" was not stable enough with this sort of load. Thus manufacturers were requested to make a much stiffer design. It employed a smaller front wheel, larger diameter tubing with reinforced mountings for seats and stands. Moreover the passenger seats provided mandatory side-impact protection. Carrying three children was prohibited, but this is neither strictly obeyed nor enforced AFAIK. Children were also required to wear helmets, but of course infants cannot do this because of their early stage of development. And so they remain strapped in behind mama. These bikes really are safer, stiffer and more secure. But the sticker shock really punished low income families, and thus the government asked the manufactures to lower the cost. In addition, some local governments provided grants for parents to be able to buy them and thereby comply with the new regulations. I remember telling my son at one point that he was on his last ride in the rear seat of his mother's bike. I had/have an extra long seat post on my wife's bike. I still use it for shopping, but years ago I transported my boy around to soccer practices and so on — until he got to a certain size. Then our combined weight made the frame unstable. Don't forget, these bikes I am talking about are made from the cheapest, mild steel tubing. But, they are absolutely stable even with a pile of groceries in the cargo basket. They have a band brake at the rear that stops the machine like gang-busters. I have never, never heard of one coming unstuck at a braze-seam or lug. But there is a limit to what load these cheap bikes will support without becoming a noodle. I'm 74 Kg and riding my wife's 20 year old "mama-chari" with a load of groceries with the long seat post jacked right up is no problem. With the usual inspection all of us vintage fans do, your niece should be absolutely safe with a quality machine made in this design. Really ... no worry! |
Originally Posted by Salubrious
(Post 18643364)
A friend of mine and I were on the Lake Pepin 3-speed tour, ascending the Bay City Hill which is 2 1/2 miles long. We got passed by a peloton of carbon bike. Kelly was/is a monster on wheels- she was pretty much 'screw this', snapped it into 2nd, stood up on the pedals to get her momentum up and then passed the entire peloton on her 1958 Phillips, which easily weighs 40 pounds. She overheard one of the riders say 'looks like we've been passed'. Yes- you've been passed when the rider is on a plain steel 50 year old 3-speed... with baskets.
As has been proven many times, its more about the rider and not so much the bike. |
Dumb question...which side does the long end of the Raleigh spindle go...drive side or non-drive side?
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Originally Posted by arex
(Post 18658339)
Dumb question...which side does the long end of the Raleigh spindle go...drive side or non-drive side?
Upgraded 'Winston' with more modern and ergonomic components now that he is my primary commuter bike. Gold lined the lugs and chaincase as well. Still a bit of a work in progress while I find a suitable water bottle holder for the clips and tidy up the aesthetics of the dynamo wiring. http://i.imgur.com/0HMatiR.jpg http://i.imgur.com/l3wUGLT.jpg http://i.imgur.com/ZzbamF2.jpg |
That's what makes sense, but I had something bugging me that I'd ran into the situation before and had problems.
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The axle, front axle, of a Raleigh three speed is what thread? I need to chase the threads so I can service the front axle and bearings on my newly CR18 laced wheels. It looks to be very close to a M8X1.0 pitch?
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Originally Posted by Loose Chain
(Post 18658689)
The axle, front axle, of a Raleigh three speed is what thread? I need to chase the threads so I can service the front axle and bearings on my newly CR18 laced wheels. It looks to be very close to a M8X1.0 pitch?
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Originally Posted by arex
(Post 18658819)
It's almost certainly 26tpi, unless the wheel got swapped out at some point.
? 26 tpi what ? I need to purchase a die of the correct size. A curiosity but apparently the brakes are self adjusting on these Raleighs? J |
Welcome to the wacky world of Witworth and proprietary Raleigh threads and hex sizes. All kinds of quirks on these bikes to get used to. Don't forget...when putting the front wheel on, adjustable cone goes on the left.
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Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 18659337)
Welcome to the wacky world of Witworth and proprietary Raleigh threads and hex sizes. All kinds of quirks on these bikes to get used to. Don't forget...when putting the front wheel on, adjustable cone goes on the left.
I assume this means there are no dies to be had for the love of English three speed front axles? I think the 8mm would clean it enough that I could run the cones off enough to grease the bearings, which is the task I am wanting to accomplish. Or? J |
Originally Posted by Loose Chain
(Post 18659671)
I think the 8mm would clean it enough that I could run the cones off enough to grease the bearings, which is the task I am wanting to accomplish. Or?
J |
Originally Posted by markk900
(Post 18659708)
I think a cleaning with a thread file will do it - how bad are the threads? If you are just finding resistance it may simply be some corrosion and you might be able to use the locknut as a thread chaser.
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Originally Posted by arex
(Post 18659775)
+1.
So, for all the Raleighs I see with the original red R axle nuts long gone, like what did they replace the proper nuts with? Mine, fortunately is complete with the original hardware and fasteners. And I thought Italian bikes were a PITA. These things are from a different planet than earth! |
Running into an issue with remounting the drive-side crank. When the cotter is pushed in, it aligns in such a way that the base of the crank is rubbing pretty firmly on the cup. Judging by the condition of the backside of the crank (rough, chewed up), this was probably an issue from the factory. I have a reproduction crank that I've tried, and it fits fine, so I think the issue is with the crank itself...the cotter hole in the crank is further out than on the repro crank.
I've readjusted the BB repeatedly, trying to see if that affects anything (it doesn't). I'd really prefer not to use the repro crank (made in India, off of eBay), because it's not made nearly as well as the original, and the cranks themselves are about 1/2" longer, a potential issue on a Twenty. This situation appears to be a manufacturing problem from the factory, but I have a hard time believing an issue this drastic got past QC, or past the bike shop that sold it. So, I have to assume I'm doing something wrong, but I don't know what it can be. The spindle is installed correctly, long end on the drive-side. I've tried three different sets of cotter pins with the same result. I have NOT tried installing the NDS crank yet. Is there a fix for this, aside from replacing the crank? What am I doing wrong? |
Originally Posted by Loose Chain
(Post 18659811)
Lock nut you say ;)? I see no stinking lock nut! Yes, the adjustable side was on the left and shall go back to the left.
So, for all the Raleighs I see with the original red R axle nuts long gone, like what did they replace the proper nuts with? Mine, fortunately is complete with the original hardware and fasteners. And I thought Italian bikes were a PITA. These things are from a different planet than earth! I think the lock nut [MENTION=77155]markk900[/MENTION] refers to might be the cone lock nut, or even the cone itself. |
I've rarely seen messed up threads on Raleigh axles. The axles and cones are case hardened and the nuts are rather soft, so usually, any thread damage is inside the nut. These may be Witworth threads and tap and die sets are available, but replacement nuts are easy to find.
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Originally Posted by arex
(Post 18659837)
The Raleighs are weird, but they're consistently weird. Once you resolved to working with them, and equip yourself accordingly, they're fine.
I think the lock nut @markk900 refers to might be the cone lock nut, or even the cone itself. I think the thread is 5/16X26tpi British Standard. Not absolutely sure but I ordered a die in that size for my next encounter.
Originally Posted by BigChief
(Post 18659910)
I've rarely seen messed up threads on Raleigh axles. The axles and cones are case hardened and the nuts are rather soft, so usually, any thread damage is inside the nut. These may be Witworth threads and tap and die sets are available, but replacement nuts are easy to find.
So, now with both new CR18 aluminum wheels laced on with new stainless spokes and new light weight aluminum platform pedals the little Raleigh Sports moves along most sportingly. A few adjustments yet but it seems the little critter will live for another few decades as my coffee and latte ride. Just need to find that SA light bracket but if not I will make one. Just does not look all English Racer without a proper lamp. |
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