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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your suggestions. I think that the...

Thanks for your suggestions. I think that the easiest thing would to find a reasonably priced middle chainring. I don't want to spend $70 on a bike that old. I need a BCD of 110mm 38 teeth.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your informative reply. My present...

Thanks for your informative reply.
My present setup is as follows.
Cassette 8 speed 13 X 32
Chainrings 48/38/28
I mainly use the middle ring. I use the bike on road.
New crankset will be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

My best and least complicated solution is to buy...

My best and least complicated solution is to buy a complete crankset and replace the chain and cassette. This is my question. My present crankset has 48/38/28 chainrings. It would be replaced with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-24, 01:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

The hubs are Deore. I don't think that they would...

The hubs are Deore. I don't think that they would work with 10 speed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

There is another problem that I never addressed....

There is another problem that I never addressed. The fork crown race goes on too easily. Is that worth addressing?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

I have a 135mm drop out space in the rear. I...

I have a 135mm drop out space in the rear. I would like to replace the hubs with non disc ones. I have no problem with rim brakes. In fact, I appreciate the simplicity of them. Currently the bike is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

The chain rings need to be replaced along with...

The chain rings need to be replaced along with the chain and the cassette. Yesterday on a 20 mile ride, the chain slipped off of the middle chain ring a few times when trying to accelerate.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 602
Posted By daniell

Resurrecting Giant ATX 770

The above bike and I have grown old together. Discarding it would be like abandoning a sick old dog. I can no longer ride it safely without putting serious money and effort into it. The only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,277
Posted By daniell

I have the same shoes. The soles are so flexible...

I have the same shoes. The soles are so flexible that they now reside in the closet. It was a waste of money.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-07-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,440
Posted By daniell

Even if I get a rack that fits, I see a problem...

Even if I get a rack that fits, I see a problem with the rear brake cable housing interfering with the installation of the struts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,440
Posted By daniell

I have a Blackburn rack on my mountain bike that...

I have a Blackburn rack on my mountain bike that fits perfectly. What I should do is take it off and see whether it fits on the road bike. I don't know whether they are still manufactured.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,440
Posted By daniell

Any suggestions on a rack that would fit?

Any suggestions on a rack that would fit?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-24, 06:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,440
Posted By daniell

I took this rack off of another bike. I did a...

I took this rack off of another bike. I did a preliminary test. Either I am doing something wrong,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,440
Posted By daniell

Installing Rack On Road Bike

I would like to install a rack on my road bike. The housing from the rear brake is making the installation problematic. Any suggestions will be appreciated....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-12-24, 01:51 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

My concern was that I may ruin the threads making...

My concern was that I may ruin the threads making difficult to remove. I better solution might be to find a shorter bolt. If I knew what size to look for, that would help.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-11-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

I just installed the Hypershot mount on the...

I just installed the Hypershot mount on the seatstay. Being that I have narrow stays, much of the screw is sticking out towards the spokes. For an abundance of caution, I will soon cut off part of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

First off if you check the Amazon page, it shows...

First off if you check the Amazon page, it shows both the seatpost mount and the seatstay mount intact ready to be used. That was what I thought that I was getting.
Yes, I am not a plastic expert....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

Since you asked in such a dignified manner, I'll...

Since you asked in such a dignified manner, I'll tell you. I never trusted the durability of plastic, especially when it looks flimsy.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-24, 05:15 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

Agreed! I wish that I could figure out some...

Agreed!
I wish that I could figure out some kind of leash to attach to it. I don't trust the mount.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-26-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your reply. Can I take off the...

Thanks for your reply.
Can I take off the screws and the other part from the seatpost mount and put it on the seatstay mount? I also think that they could have been more generous and supplied two...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-26-24, 01:38 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,691
Posted By daniell

Mounting The Cygolite Hypershot 350

I just received the Cygolite Hypershot 350. I was disappointed when I saw the mounting options. It came with a mount for the seatstay and one for the seatpost. I was under the impression that I would...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-15-24, 03:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,822
Posted By daniell

Very impressive! Something to think about.

Very impressive! Something to think about.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-03-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,822
Posted By daniell

Thank you for your informative reply. Being...

Thank you for your informative reply.
Being that my riding is limited to daytime, I don't see how any light can be too bright.
I have bought cheaper lights with glowing reviews of their brightness....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-24, 03:37 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,822
Posted By daniell

Bright Rear Light

I am tired of the exaggerated claims. I want a light that would stand out in daylight. I am considering the following.
The Cygolite Hypershot 350
The Cygolite Hotshot Pro 200
I would like to know...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,634
Posted By daniell

I don't require readers. For close up viewing, I...

I don't require readers. For close up viewing, I have a pair of reading glasses.
I would like a pair that blocks the glare and provides protection from wind and such things as blown sand. I am...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,634
Posted By daniell

Non Prescription Sunglasses

Since my cataract surgery, I no longer need prescription sunglasses. I would appreciate suggestions on what I should look for.
Polarized?
Glasses that darken?
Color of Lens?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 04:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 910
Posted By daniell

I am ashamed to say that I had nothing to support...

I am ashamed to say that I had nothing to support the underside of the rivet. Thanks for the reminder. For the price of the saddle, I should not have to come up with solutions.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 04:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 910
Posted By daniell

Screw together rivets sound like a good idea. I...

Screw together rivets sound like a good idea. I never thought of using Chicago screws. I don't know how flush they would be however.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 910
Posted By daniell

Brooks Saddle Revisited

Sometime ago I posted an issue with my B17 saddle. One of the steel rivets is no longer flush. As time goes by it is getting worse. I emailed Brooks. They responded by saying that I should hammer the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-24, 03:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,760
Posted By daniell

Years ago I wanted to replace the race of a Campy...

Years ago I wanted to replace the race of a Campy Nuova Record hub. They sold the part to do this. Nobody could tell me however how to get the worn race off.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,043
Posted By daniell

Let me say to you what my cardiologist said to me...

Let me say to you what my cardiologist said to me after quadruple bypass surgery. Soon the weather will be nice, and this will be a distant memory.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-24, 03:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 613
Posted By daniell

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005M9BRPG/?coliid=I2G8U...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005M9BRPG/?coliid=I2G8UFETY3PY7X&colid=16YG64ZY4PXY5&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-07-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 908
Posted By daniell

Rim brake squeal serves as my horn.

Rim brake squeal serves as my horn.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-24, 03:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,676
Posted By daniell

I like doing everything myself. If I don't know...

I like doing everything myself. If I don't know how, I figure it out. There is no way however can I justify buying the necessary tool that would be used once every hundred years.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,676
Posted By daniell

Facing Bottom Brackets

I have watched numerous videos of people installing Hollowtech bottom brackets after removing the square taper ones. I have yet to see them being faced. Is facing really important?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-02-23, 04:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

I am thinking of these brakes though reviews on...

I am thinking of these brakes though reviews on their stopping power are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 06:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your informative reply. Even when I...

Thanks for your informative reply.
Even when I bought the bike, one brake block was all the way in and the other side was way out. Otherwise there was not enough clearance for the wheel. I am sorry...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

Since all 3 chainrings are worn, getting a 1 X...

Since all 3 chainrings are worn, getting a 1 X would enable me to change the shifter. I can then add new levers and install V brakes. Since the inception of this bike, both brakes were never...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 07:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

I should have mentioned. I think that the main...

I should have mentioned. I think that the main reason for the difficulty in the brake balancing it that the angle from the hanger to the brake is far from straight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 06:45 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

I ran into a problem adjusting the front brake....

I ran into a problem adjusting the front brake. These are the Shimano Altus CT91 brake. It has an adjustment on one side. I turned the screw too hard and the screw now turns without grabbing. It goes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

Keep in mind that I am using a 1.95 tire. I don't...

Keep in mind that I am using a 1.95 tire. I don't know whether those brakes will accommodate that tire.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

They are low end Shimano brakes. I once tried a...

They are low end Shimano brakes. I once tried a higher end brake and the reach came up short. The bike certainly is not worth spending for Paul brakes. It is a Giant ATX 770. The triple crankset...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

These are definitely for cantilever brakes. I...

These are definitely for cantilever brakes. I don't think that V brakes were available when these lever came out. The spring action on one side of the brake is very weak.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-23, 07:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,114
Posted By daniell

Balancing Cantilever Brakes

I just finishing working on the rear cantilever brake. In order to balance it, I found it necessary to have the spring on one side in the middle hole and other side on a different hole to provide for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-23-23, 05:49 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 6,732
Posted By daniell

In NYC one big problem is that cars park in the...

In NYC one big problem is that cars park in the bike lanes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,336
Posted By daniell

46 teeth, 36 teeth x 110mm

46 teeth, 36 teeth x 110mm
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,336
Posted By daniell

Replacing 2 chainrings would probably cost me...

Replacing 2 chainrings would probably cost me more than an entire crank.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,336
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your informative reply. I am thinking...

Thanks for your informative reply. I am thinking of the options. Everything from finding another triple crankset to purchasing a new bicycle. I like the frame because it is steel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-23, 06:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,336
Posted By daniell

I stand corrected. I measured again and it was...

I stand corrected. I measured again and it was 50mm. Will I be able to change over to a Hollowtech ll bottom bracket?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-23, 05:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,336
Posted By daniell

Thanks, I will take another measurement.

Thanks, I will take another measurement.
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