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10-29-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 284
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm thinking it looks like a coil spring retainer...

I'm thinking it looks like a coil spring retainer on some type of cable/housing?
Maybe on lawn/garden power equipment or similar?
10-27-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 232
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Check it at the actual pressures you would use...

Check it at the actual pressures you would use with that pump, basically 40-120.

If you are running some ultra low pressure tires, get a pump/gauge that matches.
You want to use the middle third...
10-23-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 561
Posted By Bill Kapaun

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1296x972/img_6378_a164c30792fc2e113b47ec99d08ff38bf3b35c8c.jpg
10-23-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 320
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This is how I check in situ to see if it's too...

This is how I check in situ to see if it's too short-
You want 1-2" of "slack".
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/444x356/zz_60f71e05658ddc9e435735ff4a5ac49f93395d0a.jpg

If...
10-23-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 561
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Just Google- presta to schrader valve adapter

Just Google-
presta to schrader valve adapter
10-21-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 506
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Huh?

Huh?
10-21-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 506
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Smoother shifts are a technique thing, although...

Smoother shifts are a technique thing, although HyperGlide should be smoother than stuff from the Helicomatic era.
10-21-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 506
Posted By Bill Kapaun

8 to 10 speed are the same width cluster. (10 is...

8 to 10 speed are the same width cluster. (10 is actually a tic shorter and requires a 1.8mm spacer)
IF the shifter & RDER will span 8 speed, it'll reach 9 & 10 also.
Scroll down about halfway-...
10-21-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 506
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I don't know if it'll reach, but why not go to 9?...

I don't know if it'll reach, but why not go to 9? You'd have to add a 9 speed chain, but you have a much wider range of gearing combos.
10-21-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 506
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You would probably be more "lost in the noise"...

You would probably be more "lost in the noise" between the suppleness/rolling resistance etc. between the different tires more than the actual size.
10-20-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 689
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I carry a Tweezers in my patch kit. Handy if...

I carry a Tweezers in my patch kit.
Handy if you happen to get a sliver in you too-
10-18-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 340
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Your link shows these are designed for ENVE...

Your link shows these are designed for ENVE wheels.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/653x260/zz_762e9313d9d4be3a96d94e09fa181e43c85a88d2.jpg
I don't "do tubeless", but simply...
10-18-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 493
Posted By Bill Kapaun

So if you have faith in above mentioned dealer,...

So if you have faith in above mentioned dealer, you are obviously just here to see how well you can troll.
Sadly, people rise to take the bait.
10-18-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 856
Posted By Bill Kapaun

No. One can look at an occasional post to verify...

No. One can look at an occasional post to verify you should remain on the list.
10-18-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 856
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Considering there's over 400k members, it works...

Considering there's over 400k members, it works pretty good.
10-17-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Show the OP where to buy a 24" wheel with the...

Show the OP where to buy a 24" wheel with the desired hub.
10-16-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 309
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Why would you change the rim? It's the HUB that...

Why would you change the rim? It's the HUB that you need to change.
Find someone that builds wheels and have them swap in the hub of your choice.
You'll also need new spokes, but the rims will...
10-15-24, 03:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 580
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Maybe if you read the last paragraph of post #1? ...

Maybe if you read the last paragraph of post #1?
Maybe a bigger bag is a better alternative?
Or a smaller 622-??

I don't know what size 700c rim the OP is using, or what type of riding...
10-13-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,746
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Typical QR axle length for a 100mm front hub is...

Typical QR axle length for a 100mm front hub is 108mm.
I'd feel a lot better with the longer length even if I don't "need" it.
Peace of mind is worth it.
...
10-12-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 882
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You are looking at side to side clearance. Also...

You are looking at side to side clearance.
Also look for front clearance. Some bikes can be tight there too.
10-11-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 255
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Google Shimano chain pin.

Google Shimano chain pin.
10-11-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 687
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I've not (and won't at my age) dealt with...

I've not (and won't at my age) dealt with tubeless, but I'd try (overnight) lowering the pressure down to 2-3 PSI? with the hole positioned so sealant puddles around it.
Maybe too much pressure...
10-08-24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 616
Posted By Bill Kapaun

OR roll as much as you can on a flat surface to...

OR roll as much as you can on a flat surface to see if you have a "WOW".
10-08-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 402
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That's a classic sign of excessive cable...

That's a classic sign of excessive cable friction.
Shifting to a larger cog (lower gear) you physically pull the cable.
When shifting to the smaller cogs, RDER spring tension pulls the cable back....
10-06-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,902
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Does Ebay ship to Canada?...

Does Ebay ship to Canada?...
10-06-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 634
Posted By Bill Kapaun

2 marks on the upper scale = 1/4". You have to...

2 marks on the upper scale = 1/4".
You have to subtract the "ridges" on the cups to show actual clearance.
Maybe you can remove enough with a semi coarse flat file?
...
10-05-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 634
Posted By Bill Kapaun

NDS is RIGHT HAND threaded. DS is opposite. ...

NDS is RIGHT HAND threaded.
DS is opposite.

If the DS screwed out OK, the new one should screw in.
Look at the leading thread of the new BB to make sure it hasn't been "dinged".

Do look in...
10-04-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,902
Posted By Bill Kapaun

They make containers of 100. I don't bother...

They make containers of 100.
I don't bother with anything but REMA....
10-03-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 589
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What was the difference between your rings? "On...

What was the difference between your rings?
"On paper", you still have 11T of wrap capacity left. How much over did you go?
10-03-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 589
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The 810 is designed for an 11-34 cassette, which...

The 810 is designed for an 11-34 cassette, which uses 23T of wrap capacity, leaving 17T for your different chain ringS. (2X)
The 812 is designed for an 11-42 cassette, which uses 31T of wrap...
10-03-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 726
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The nipples can't have sharp edges, burrs or...

The nipples can't have sharp edges, burrs or spokes protruding beyond the head. A rim tape/strip has limits.
A Dremel or similar & grinding stone can be used to smooth down "sharp" spots.

I...
10-03-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That's the way math works. Diameter * PI =...

That's the way math works. Diameter * PI = Circumference. You just proved it's beyond your capability.
Percentage has nothing to do with it except in your dreams.

There's a reason you were off my...
10-03-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By Bill Kapaun

2T = 1" greater circumference 1"/PI = .318"...

2T = 1" greater circumference
1"/PI = .318" greater Diameter = .318/2 = .159" greater Radius = 4mm height difference or nearly 3X your number.

Learn math
10-03-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Explain HOW the diameter makes a difference- ...

Explain HOW the diameter makes a difference-
The diameter is moot.
2T is 2T
=1"/PI
10-02-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 696
Posted By Bill Kapaun

a troll avoids answering pertinent questions that...

a troll avoids answering pertinent questions that might actually help their cause.
You just showed a classic example.
Ignore List.
10-02-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 720
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Have you tried finding the OEM spec's for that...

Have you tried finding the OEM spec's for that frame?
See what the original model #'s were.
A FD-5703 "expects" a largest ring of 50T with a 20T difference.
Maybe that slightly larger 52T is...
10-02-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 696
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What's your definition of "replaceable"? You can...

What's your definition of "replaceable"? You can buy another new, cheap bike like in your "other post" and toss everything but the shocks.
OR
Do you mean "serviceable"?
OR
Is this just another...
10-01-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,070
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Pretend you have an old YUGO. That's pretty...

Pretend you have an old YUGO.
That's pretty much the HUFFY equivalent.

People are trying to help you save time & money on a bottom of the barrel bike, but-
"You've been working on bikes for 50...
09-23-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 674
Posted By Bill Kapaun

See post 2. Believe it or not.

See post 2.
Believe it or not.
09-21-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 674
Posted By Bill Kapaun

So, you change a part like the bars, but can't...

So, you change a part like the bars, but can't comprehend someone else changing parts before you got it?
09-20-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 777
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Anybody can say anything. It's a free country. ...

Anybody can say anything. It's a free country.

Did he explain why?
09-20-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 600
Posted By Bill Kapaun

How do you bleed cable brakes?

How do you bleed cable brakes?
09-20-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 354
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This shows a Max cog size AND Chain Wrap Capacity...

This shows a Max cog size AND Chain Wrap Capacity of 28T.
https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/shimano_600_derailleur_6100.html

Your 14-28T FREE WHEEL uses 14T of the wrap.
That means if your...
09-20-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 354
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is it a Friction or Index shifter? IF Index,...

Is it a Friction or Index shifter?
IF Index, than see post #2.

A MF-???? is a FREEWHEEL, not a cassette-
Freewheel or Cassette? (http://sheldonbrown.com/free-k7.html)
09-18-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 429
Posted By Bill Kapaun

A quick method to see if you have enough slack IN...

A quick method to see if you have enough slack IN SITU.
BIG:BIG

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/444x356/chain_length_b9e823568be51bf60ffb3a18ec4ba2dc6b541d91.jpg
09-15-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 694
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF these were new wheels, this tool would...

IF these were new wheels, this tool would probably work.
On 25 year old wheels? I'd trust my dead grandma to stop a bullet before I'd trust that type wrench not to spread and round off nipples....
09-15-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 694
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This shows the bike as an 8 speed. ...

This shows the bike as an 8 speed.
https://www.bikepedia.com/Quickbike/BikeSpecs.aspx?item=88823

Go back & count the cogs. Don't forget the one the chain is on.
OR
What's the highest number on...
09-12-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 638
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I can only think of possible tire slippage. Maybe...

I can only think of possible tire slippage. Maybe on wet surfaces?
I too, am curious.
09-11-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 638
Posted By Bill Kapaun

My recently acquired E Bike is 250W/80Nm. That...

My recently acquired E Bike is 250W/80Nm.
That motor specifies 160Nm which =118 Ft-Lb. at the spindle.
On a 170mm crank, that's equivalent to 211 lb force on the pedal + what they add.

If they...
09-10-24, 01:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,022
Posted By Bill Kapaun

From the "manual" ...

From the "manual"
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/298x94/capture_05cccd84ec89f71e739f8340d6f9409660880cde.jpg
Ergo, it is a shelf although only 3 parts are listed-
...
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