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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-18-22, 03:12 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

I haven't seen a metal one before but it is...

I haven't seen a metal one before but it is plastic, similar to the original Brompton which is also plastic. The tensioner arm is cleared of the ground so I don't see any issue.

It is quite a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-17-22, 04:23 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

I've done the spacer in the axle already, it just...

I've done the spacer in the axle already, it just clears but catches ever so slightly. It's just sanding probably less than 1mm, is better that than to let my chain do the sanding.

The Ltwoo is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-10-22, 10:25 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

If you find the right chain length then the rear...

If you find the right chain length then the rear derailleur clears the ground. The Ltwoo derailleur is supposed to support up to 28T but I've got a 32T on it, so it is closer to the ground than it is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-10-22, 10:14 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Yes no additional chain tensioner needed and...

Yes no additional chain tensioner needed and tensions perfectly
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-22, 01:20 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Bike completed !

Finally finished building my bike.
In the end I've ended up using Ltwoo Folo B rear derailleur with jockey wheel and tensioner designed for Brompton. The fold works really well and the shifting is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-09-22, 12:59 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Bike completed !

Finally finished building my bike.
In the end I've ended up using Ltwoo Folo B rear derailleur with jockey wheel and tensioner designed for Brompton. The fold works really well and the shifting is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-22, 05:42 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

I think I know what you mean now (Turkish green...

I think I know what you mean now (Turkish green is my bike), I might shorten the arm so it can be located similar to the black one. Will give that a try if all else fails.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-22, 04:52 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Don't worry it's not going to hang like this,...

Don't worry it's not going to hang like this, it's a square tapered bottom bracket. Just to illustrate which part I think goes on first, i.e. the chain hook first then the bottom bracket cup. I can...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-22, 01:40 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Yes I got the feeling the first one should work,...

Yes I got the feeling the first one should work, if not then I just need to drill a hole in the second one (when I say drill a hole, it is titanium so it's going to be a challenge to do it at home)....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-13-22, 07:25 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Rear derailleur hanger help

Now the bike has arrived and I was waiting for the rear derailleur to arrive before sending it off.

In total I've bought two hangers and both don't fit. Any ideals from anyone?

One was...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Looked at it before, it doesn't expand to 130mm...

Looked at it before, it doesn't expand to 130mm and this was confirmed with the seller. The bike has arrived now, waiting for the rest of the parts before sending it off for it to be widen. Cost £20...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-27-22, 06:16 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Thats the one on order, the shipping is delayed...

Thats the one on order, the shipping is delayed can't wait to start building !
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-16-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Ok I've just ordered both chain tensioner at...

Ok I've just ordered both chain tensioner at bottom bracket and rear mech. I'll see how that work, if it doesn't then I'll try the alternative Over Sized Pulley with the bottom bracket tensioner. I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-14-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

I've seen reports that says the Crius solution...

I've seen reports that says the Crius solution doesn't fold well as the chain is too close to the chain stay where the front wheel hinge attaches to the bike. The Mint trifold version uses both...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-13-22, 09:16 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Just wondering anyone tried a rear derailleur...

Just wondering anyone tried a rear derailleur with clutch to solve the chain retention issue ? I've seen a over sized pulley solution which seems to only work on very close gearing, I was wondering...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-05-22, 01:26 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Unfortunately, Ben from Kinetics is not...

Unfortunately, Ben from Kinetics is not interested and I'm not looking to get a new hub. But all response seems to point to the direction of relative ease if you find a competent steel bike workshop....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-05-22, 03:30 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Just checked with kinetics, they don't offer the...

Just checked with kinetics, they don't offer the service to widen the rear triangle only anymore. They will only do it as a custom build. But at least I know it's doable and will try to find another...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-22, 05:58 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,617
Posted By hihi2u2

What is the rear cassette and chainring on this...

What is the rear cassette and chainring on this experiment ? Have you tried adding a OSP on this rear cassette configuration?

I'm looking to put 11-28T on the rear with 56T in the front, if I can...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-22, 05:54 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Thanks this is interesting, it looks like it need...

Thanks this is interesting, it looks like it need alot of testing to find the best gear ratio and tension solution
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-22, 05:25 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Thanks, this is the best and the most brilliant...

Thanks, this is the best and the most brilliant answer ! I don't see the tools for widening or the service to widen on Kinetic website, I'll email them and see if they still do it.

Do you mind...
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-22, 04:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,156
Posted By hihi2u2

Best route, alot of time, folders comes with...

Best route, alot of time, folders comes with heavy and outdated components by default.

This guy loss 3Kg on a Brompton. Bringing the weight to 8.9kg (which is sub 20lb)....
Forum: Folding Bikes
03-04-22, 04:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,861
Posted By hihi2u2

Brompton 130mm with normal external gearing

I'm going to get alot of hate I think but here goes.

I'm looking to widen the rear triangle to 130mm on a Brompton to accommodate a normal hub like all normal bike do.

The gear ratio in a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-22, 03:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By hihi2u2

I just don't want a hub, had them before just...

I just don't want a hub, had them before just heavy. The Kinetics basically is evidence that it can be done and doesn't affect the fold. They sell the rear triangle on its own and before I comission...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By hihi2u2

Good point 👍

Good point 👍
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-22, 03:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By hihi2u2

You just need a tensioner added to the rear...

You just need a tensioner added to the rear derailleur and a chain guide/hook at the chainring to take the slack. It's very similar to the Mezzo when folded which relies on the chain guide/hook at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-22, 03:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By hihi2u2

​​​​​​ the only folder that folds in a similar...

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the only folder that folds in a similar compact size with similar folding time and a normal derailleur is a Mezzo/Ori but they are still bigger than Brompton when folded. The Bike Friday are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-22, 03:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By hihi2u2

I saw a video on YouTube, and it seems like a...

I saw a video on YouTube, and it seems like a standard techniques. Will try it with a steel bike repairer so at least they know what they are doing with the steel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By hihi2u2

Widening Brompton Rear Triangle to Fit 130mm

Hi there,
I'm thinking to convert my Brompton to take external gear with a 130mm rear dropout without getting a new rear triangle.
I'm thinking to take it to a local steel bicycle workshop to see...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-05-22, 04:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By hihi2u2

Thanks guys, will need to get the self-extracting...

Thanks guys, will need to get the self-extracting cap removal fool to remove it. I suspect it doesn't want to come out after the crack. Will keep you guys updated :-)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-22, 06:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 768
Posted By hihi2u2

Octalink Self Extracting Cap Cracked - suck crank arm

Hi there,

I've got a Ultegra octalink crankset (I think it might be 6500) and the arm is stuck in the bike. Btw the crankset is surprisingly light.

It has a self extracting cap to remove the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-28-21, 09:50 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 645
Posted By hihi2u2

Stuck compressor on Bianchi carbon fork

Hi guys,

I've recently bought a Bianchi 928 and the compressor seems to be stuck. I'm not sure which type is it, it's not the usual FSA compression plug that Bianchi uses. The cover says Bianchi....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-21, 06:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 697
Posted By hihi2u2

Thanks guys for the insight, it sounds like in...

Thanks guys for the insight, it sounds like in theory it would work but in practice probably not very easy to get it working. The idea did come from the old Shimano capero. Since we have 11 speed 9T...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-21, 05:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 697
Posted By hihi2u2

11 Speed Cassette 9-42T dropping two sprocket

Hi there,

I'm trying to modify my Mezzo Folding bike to gain more power with a bigger crankset and smaller sprocket.

Ive managed to source the original 56T crankset so at least that is bigger....
Forum: Folding Bikes
10-08-21, 02:45 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 115,439
Posted By hihi2u2

10 speed cassette on an original D9 wheelset?

Hi guys,

I've recently got a second D9 to mess around with, mainly adding a dropbar and STI shifters. I have a spare Tiagra and started to install it and its completed now. Then I realised that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-21, 02:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By hihi2u2

Well, the PayPal dispute has lapsed and I've...

Well, the PayPal dispute has lapsed and I've managed to get a partial refund back. Out of interest, I've cleaned the frame to see what it looks like under the paint. Just for those who might be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-21, 12:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By hihi2u2

Thanks for the reminder, will do that after the...

Thanks for the reminder, will do that after the Paypal dispute has lapsed. Expensive lesson learnt :-)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-21, 01:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By hihi2u2

Yea that's the question is it worth it, when you...

Yea that's the question is it worth it, when you start to strip the paint it's gonna be a repaint if the frame is ok. Paid way too much for the bike, cost me £250 and probably not worth spending more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-21, 01:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By hihi2u2

Yea that's the question is it worth it, when you...

Yea that's the question is it worth it, when you start to strip the paint it's gonna be a repaint if the frame is ok. Paid way too much for the bike, cost me £250 and probably not worth spending more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-21, 02:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By hihi2u2

Shops

Yea it was a quick look when I took it in for the seized crank and CLA on the mech. Just hoped to get a second opinion, for the fork I've bought a replacement Bianchi full carbon one. Really like the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-21, 05:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,141
Posted By hihi2u2

Aluminium Frame Cracks?

I think I just bought a frame that is full of cracks (only discovered after I started to strip the bike down to the frame for polishing)? Was going to buy it as a restoration project and learn the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-21, 02:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,284
Posted By hihi2u2

Hi all, thanks for all the suggestions. The fork...

Hi all, thanks for all the suggestions. The fork is full carbon fibre, would sanding be better than chemical in case it affects the carbon fibre that joins onto the aluminium drop out?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-21, 02:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,778
Posted By hihi2u2

After stripping the bike and taking the frame...

After stripping the bike and taking the frame into the shop, I was advised that the frame has cracks and don't bother with the restoration. I was going to get the mechanics to get the mech CLA...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-21, 02:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,778
Posted By hihi2u2

Finally! I can post photos. This is the bike I...

Finally! I can post photos. This is the bike I bought in the end, a Bianchi ML3 in Celeste Colour.

I started to strip the bike for a thorough clean and restoration and forgot to take a photo of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,284
Posted By hihi2u2

Thanks, guys, that is such a relief. It's the...

Thanks, guys, that is such a relief. It's the second second-hand bike I bought in two weeks. The first Bianchi ML3 had cracks all over the frame, only found out after I took it to the shop. I will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-21, 06:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,284
Posted By hihi2u2

Carbon Fork - Dropout white powder help please !

Hi there,

Just picked up a second-hand Giant Defy 3 Composite and just took the wheel off the bike and I've noticed that the drop out is flaking with white powder.
I'm guessing this might be...
Forum: Introductions
08-20-21, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By hihi2u2

Can I post a picture now? ...

Can I post a picture now?
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Forum: Introductions
08-20-21, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By hihi2u2

I need one more post

I need one more post
Forum: Introductions
08-20-21, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By hihi2u2

I need two more post

I need two more post
Forum: Introductions
08-20-21, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By hihi2u2

I need three more post

I need three more post
Forum: Introductions
08-20-21, 05:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 388
Posted By hihi2u2

Hello from UK

Wanted some to join the community, show off bikes. Ask questions about mechanical issues and contribute to discussions but I can't because i dont have enough posting to post any photos ... ...

So...
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