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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,263
Posted By Reynolds

How many years have you been cycling? 61 How...

How many years have you been cycling? 61
How many crashes? A lot, but only one serious - hit from behind by a drunk driver.
Describe each crash. Even if I did remember all of them, it would take...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 131
Posted By Reynolds

Nice! Is the RD cable routing original?

Nice! Is the RD cable routing original?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 377
Posted By Reynolds

Please refer to me as "hair challenged senior...

Please refer to me as "hair challenged senior citizen", not "bald geezer".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 377
Posted By Reynolds

https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/shimano_pecke...

https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/shimano_pecker_derailleur_2nd_style.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 817
Posted By Reynolds

Not top end by any means but worth to be saved...

Not top end by any means but worth to be saved IMO.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 229
Posted By Reynolds

Why not simply put a 0.5mm spacer between the...

Why not simply put a 0.5mm spacer between the drive side cone and locknut?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 372
Posted By Reynolds

"...any intelligent fool can make things bigger...

"...any intelligent fool can make things bigger and more complex..." as they say.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 09:54 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,122
Posted By Reynolds

At 73, I am older and slower already, and I...

At 73, I am older and slower already, and I wouldn't be able to stay with some groups I used to ride with 10 years ago. But I'm still able to ride with some others (at the back most of the time)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 506
Posted By Reynolds

Paint thickness may be more than 0.1mm, so 0.2mm...

Paint thickness may be more than 0.1mm, so 0.2mm or more bigger diameter.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 529
Posted By Reynolds

Very nice and great fender line!

Very nice and great fender line!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,109
Posted By Reynolds

Many, the handlebar was attached to the fork...

Many, the handlebar was attached to the fork crown.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By Reynolds

It was in the '60s, and yes, 3-in-One and Singer...

It was in the '60s, and yes, 3-in-One and Singer were the brands.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By Reynolds

BITD we used sewing machine oil for freewheels.

BITD we used sewing machine oil for freewheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,067
Posted By Reynolds

Sometimes you can: ...

Sometimes you can:

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1200/dscn2789_d37475b75752751c84333c51296b9ed9fa9b3a57.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By Reynolds

Ok, apparently ATF isn't too well liked around...

Ok, apparently ATF isn't too well liked around here. Maybe I try to oversimplify things - if the trend toward super specific lubes goes on, soon you'll get a RD pivot grease and a FD pivot grease.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 08:40 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By Reynolds

Looks like a strawman... I never said I submersed...

Looks like a strawman... I never said I submersed my bikes in ATF! 😄
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,109
Posted By Reynolds

I hope no designer of "concept bikes" reads...

I hope no designer of "concept bikes" reads this.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By Reynolds

Cables, brake lever pivots, brake pivots,...

Cables, brake lever pivots, brake pivots, derailleur pivots, kickstand pivots, nipples when wheelbuilding, threads in general / under bolt heads and nuts when assembling... etc.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By Reynolds

ATF as general purpose bike oil?

I've been using it and it seems to work OK. What do you think?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 739
Posted By Reynolds

Maybe it's the angle, but parts look misaligned.

Maybe it's the angle, but parts look misaligned.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 791
Posted By Reynolds

Those shifters must be really good to shift like...

Those shifters must be really good to shift like silk with that FD setup!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 934
Posted By Reynolds

I mean I have different bikes with stems ranging...

I mean I have different bikes with stems ranging from 120 to 60mm, and all of them ride OK. I never do 90kph descents though...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 934
Posted By Reynolds

While in theory different length stems would...

While in theory different length stems would affect handling, in my experience (with 120 to 60mm on different bikes) it's not so noticeable. At least for my conservative and slow riding style...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,230
Posted By Reynolds

Never had a puncture I couldn't locate. Last one...

Never had a puncture I couldn't locate. Last one was a 700x40 tire, pumped up to 60psi, 40 the next day, flat the 3rd day, Took out the tube and pumped it to double its size, about 15psi. Tested the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 33,240
Posted By Reynolds

^^As I said, I have no complaints about my Nexus...

^^As I said, I have no complaints about my Nexus 8. However, I don't like much the uneven gear spacing compared with the 7.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 898
Posted By Reynolds

I tried a similar one a couple of times and...

I tried a similar one a couple of times and didn't like it - when braking loaded it tended to swing to one side.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,485
Posted By Reynolds

Polish Team too.

Polish Team too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 978
Posted By Reynolds

I think there were different spline patterns, but...

I think there were different spline patterns, but they would be very different and evident by eye.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,620
Posted By Reynolds

I don't know about respect, but if you do that it...

I don't know about respect, but if you do that it won't be a road bike anymore but won't be a gravel or CX bike either. Just my 0.02.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,149
Posted By Reynolds

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1731x1155/dscn2786_2__d480e5699cb42d140eefff58e50cb13941aedef4.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,424
Posted By Reynolds

In my experience, most tires can be mounted...

In my experience, most tires can be mounted without problems either way. But when you're struggling with a difficult one, better start opposite the valve - sometimes it's the only way it will go.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 838
Posted By Reynolds

If there's any axial play, I don't think it's...

If there's any axial play, I don't think it's from the bearings. Maybe the pedal body is sliding on the bearings? If so, the dustcap shouldn't be overtightened, using a shim would be better.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,424
Posted By Reynolds

Same here, until 3 months ago - a Schwalbe Big...

Same here, until 3 months ago - a Schwalbe Big Betty defeated me. It's like a motorcycle tire!


Like a friend of mine, but he's got hands like those guys who tear phone directories at shows...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,581
Posted By Reynolds

I'd just file it down and inflate to max pressure...

I'd just file it down and inflate to max pressure +10%. If no issues, deflate to desired pressure and ride it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 570
Posted By Reynolds

Spocalc says 288 for high flange and 294mm for...

Spocalc says 288 for high flange and 294mm for low flange Campagnolo front hubs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 570
Posted By Reynolds

AI said it was for a front wheel.

AI said it was for a front wheel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 570
Posted By Reynolds

Impressive.

Impressive.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,442
Posted By Reynolds

Sorry about that! But I admire your attitude and...

Sorry about that! But I admire your attitude and humor.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 838
Posted By Reynolds

From the MKS drawing, I think the bearings are...

From the MKS drawing, I think the bearings are non adjustable and should be left alone. The dustcap seems to be a stop for the outer bearing to keep the pedal body in place, so if you loosen it there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 787
Posted By Reynolds

7-11% - less on high gears, a bit more on low...

7-11% - less on high gears, a bit more on low ones.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,883
Posted By Reynolds

Serious Cyclist™. Now seriously... old,...

Serious Cyclist™.

Now seriously... old, slow, (fairly) long distance rider.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 33,240
Posted By Reynolds

The drive side cap doesn't seem to be affected at...

The drive side cap doesn't seem to be affected at all. Only downside I've found is, as the hub isn't really designed for oil use, some ATF (very little actually) seeps out from the drive side. If you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 33,240
Posted By Reynolds

Update: 11 years and 2 months after I posted...

Update: 11 years and 2 months after I posted this, my Nexus 8 is still going strong at 60,000km. I drilled and tapped a hole and use ATF, drain and add 15ml every 5-6,000km. I have no complaints...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,347
Posted By Reynolds

I supposed SR was one of the tallest headsets,...

I supposed SR was one of the tallest headsets, but was too lazy to confirm and post it. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 709
Posted By Reynolds

Discussed here: ...

Discussed here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/811588-italian-threaded-fork.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,347
Posted By Reynolds

Super Record is top of the line and available....

Super Record is top of the line and available. Why would you want to replace it with a different one?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,347
Posted By Reynolds

If all is correct as you say, I'd trim the...

If all is correct as you say, I'd trim the steerer a bit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 627
Posted By Reynolds

I don't remember, it was some years ago.

I don't remember, it was some years ago.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 627
Posted By Reynolds

My experience with roller headsets is very...

My experience with roller headsets is very limited, but the ones I've seen appeared to be more prone to "brinelling" than ball bearing headsets. Could it be?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 486
Posted By Reynolds

Great restoration job and video! I liked how he...

Great restoration job and video! I liked how he used mostly vintage tools too.
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