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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 998
Posted By redshift1

"Ezy-Outs" ( I think that's the original tool...

"Ezy-Outs" ( I think that's the original tool spelling ) aren't easy to use. Especially for small diameter threaded fasteners. I avoid them completely nowadays.

I found that trying to drill a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 09:34 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 6,353
Posted By redshift1

[/b] Well it was tried....Buell I think. ...

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Well it was tried....Buell I think.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,542
Posted By redshift1

I'm very happy with the apparent high quality of...

I'm very happy with the apparent high quality of these Shimano pedals. Good colour choices too.

U.S. pricing would be maybe 2/3 ( or less ? ) of what's shown here.

Shimano PD-EF205 Flat...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 02:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 357
Posted By redshift1

Yes this is a specialist job outside my welding...

Yes this is a specialist job outside my welding experience. I know about pre-heating and post-cooling of crack prone steels but I still wouldn't do this job at home, in part because as you infer, 531...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 357
Posted By redshift1

I had my 1 inch steel fork ( "531 Pro" ) steerer...

I had my 1 inch steel fork ( "531 Pro" ) steerer repaired by a highly experienced frame builder. I wouldn't have used anybody for this critical repair but I am 100 % convinced the repair he did is as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-24, 04:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 643
Posted By redshift1

While I like the inclusion of so many often hard...

While I like the inclusion of so many often hard to find torque figures for numerous fasteners, I find it strange that such an apparently authoritative article doesn't mention whether the torque...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 03:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 247
Posted By redshift1

And bear in mind that brand new deep groove...

And bear in mind that brand new deep groove radial ball bearings have a clearance inside them, ranging from C1 ( least ) to C5 ( most ) specification if I remember correctly. Almost every new bearing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 03:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 708
Posted By redshift1

[/b] I looked into this quite extensively a...

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I looked into this quite extensively a few years ago and while I agree that anti-seizes are less slippery in general than greases ( also bearing in mind that anti-seizes vary amongst...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,006
Posted By redshift1

1) Cars ( their drivers ) are the biggest risk to...

1) Cars ( their drivers ) are the biggest risk to life and limb but I minimise my exposure to them by using cycle ways as much as possible.

2) Pedestrians on dual use paths ( bicycles / peds ) who...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 213
Posted By redshift1

Miche 8 speed cassettes for Campagnolo freehubs...

Miche 8 speed cassettes for Campagnolo freehubs are still available e.g. :

Miche Primato Campagnolo 8-speed Cassette - bike-components...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 502
Posted By redshift1

Could try a loctite anaerobic cure product - one...

Could try a loctite anaerobic cure product - one of the bearing retainers. They resist rotational shear loads very well. No rotation here, but still shear forces. A small bottle is cheap enough. If...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 515
Posted By redshift1

Using standard machine repair practice ( e.g....

Using standard machine repair practice ( e.g. auto transmissions ), if you had any significant pitting ( read visible to the naked eye ) in the bearing races, you would replace. Also, when a bearing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-24, 11:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 515
Posted By redshift1

Edco Competition made a quality cartridge B.B....

Edco Competition made a quality cartridge B.B. Often found on Ebay, link below is about 1/2 the price you got for Phil Wood but spindle is 121 mm here. But spindle can be moved laterally at least a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-26-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 846
Posted By redshift1

Please tell me something that will make me look...

Please tell me something that will make me look forward to getting on the bike in a few months.

Think about how good cycling is for you. The best advice I ever read from a doctor here in Oz. was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,627
Posted By redshift1

Thanks everyone for your input and for measuring...

Thanks everyone for your input and for measuring top tube lengths for me.

Great analysis "dddd" !

I guess it's far better to be comfortable on a nice bike than uncomfortable on your grail bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,627
Posted By redshift1

Correct.

Correct.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 541
Posted By redshift1

Well if you are adamant that don't want to change...

Well if you are adamant that don't want to change from french threading, then I really only see two options :

1) Continue looking for a french threaded fork or

2) Have a frame-builder weld your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-24, 04:27 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 364
Posted By redshift1

And don't forget that the actual process of...

And don't forget that the actual process of compressing any gas will cause it's temperature to rise.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 03:52 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,627
Posted By redshift1

PX10 frame dimensions ( mid-70's )

I have been looking on and off for a PX10 from the mid-70's ( with decal scheme example as in photo below ) for maybe 10 years and have pretty much given up due to never seeing a frame that is sized...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-07-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 516
Posted By redshift1

If that is just a cap and unscrews anti-clockwise...

If that is just a cap and unscrews anti-clockwise ( i.e. is a "normal" R.H. thread ), you could just try screwing in an appropriately sized 'Ezy-out" ( which for their usual use, are anything but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-23, 03:15 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,564
Posted By redshift1

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-23, 02:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,321
Posted By redshift1

You may not have enough room on the balcony for...

You may not have enough room on the balcony for this one but there are probably smaller versions available.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 539
Posted By redshift1

Topeak Torque Stick Pro : 2 to 10 Nm torque...

Topeak Torque Stick Pro : 2 to 10 Nm torque range, 9 x bits, reversible ratchet head, sturdy case.

Feedback : 2 to 14 Nm torque range, 10 x bits, reversible ratchet head, soft case ( looks like )....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-03-23, 08:11 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 4,944
Posted By redshift1

At any speed above walking pace, counter-steering...

At any speed above walking pace, counter-steering is used because of the effects of gyroscopic precession of the spinning front wheel. Even if you are not aware you are doing it.

Try two things :...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-02-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,915
Posted By redshift1

I was considering spending this Sunday morning...

I was considering spending this Sunday morning drinking coffee and surfing the Net. After reading the above inspirational story, I've decided to finish my first coffee and then go riding ! Thanks !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 723
Posted By redshift1

You've done a great job getting it cleaned up and...

You've done a great job getting it cleaned up and roadworthy. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,456
Posted By redshift1

Great question. To do it properly, you should...

Great question. To do it properly, you should back it off first ( or if the bolt is holding the position of something that you don't want to move, then back it off most of the way ) before torqueing....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-23, 10:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 529
Posted By redshift1

Obviously a few possiblities here, but relaying...

Obviously a few possiblities here, but relaying my experience, when my friend's Colnago C60 ( I think ) had a creak everytime he pushed down on the right pedal. we found one loose chainwheel bolt (...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-23, 05:20 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,702
Posted By redshift1

I've experienced the skipping of a new chain on...

I've experienced the skipping of a new chain on used sprockets at least a couple of times and as the above posters have said, it's almost certainly caused by worn sprockets. Perhaps you are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-23, 04:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,140
Posted By redshift1

Edco Competition bottom brackets ( N.O.S. ) come...

Edco Competition bottom brackets ( N.O.S. ) come up for sale more often than you would think. I'm pretty sure 116 mm axle length would work with old Stronglight cranksets and the chainline is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-23, 07:08 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,159
Posted By redshift1

Exactly what's needed.

Exactly what's needed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-23, 07:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 678
Posted By redshift1

If you are worried about the degrading effect of...

If you are worried about the degrading effect of mineral oil based lubricants on rubber, you could always try something that is not harmful to rubber, like a silicone based spray. e.g.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-23, 03:03 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,229
Posted By redshift1

That smooth end pin joins two links together ( of...

That smooth end pin joins two links together ( of course ) and in the process of inserting the pin, I expect it will expand the bores of both links. Because unlike all the other pins in the chain,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-23, 08:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,229
Posted By redshift1

If you are going to use a quick-link, find a...

If you are going to use a quick-link, find a completely different location in the chain to where the original smooth end joining pin is.

And double check which exact chain link you remove - make...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By redshift1

I don't know that shifter system but can you turn...

I don't know that shifter system but can you turn off any features ? If so, you might try turning them off, one by one, until ( hopefully ) you find one that's causing the current draw.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,229
Posted By redshift1

I have just installed a Shimano HG70 ( "6,7,8...

I have just installed a Shimano HG70 ( "6,7,8 speed" ) chain and yes the pin with the flat smooth end is the pin the factory provided ( factory part way installed ) for the end user to press all the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-23, 04:09 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,320
Posted By redshift1

Branford bike ?

Branford bike ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,723
Posted By redshift1

I always instal a new Shimano chain as is...

I always instal a new Shimano chain as is straight out of the wrapper, then clean and re-lube at the next service. I find the original factory lube is superior to anything I put on afterwards.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-23, 07:28 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,094
Posted By redshift1

This one ( Feedback Sprint ) doesn't clamp on to...

This one ( Feedback Sprint ) doesn't clamp on to any frame tube. It's been a while since I did cycle repairs but I have used this on my Peugeot steel frame with 126 mm rear spacing. I seem to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-16-23, 01:00 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 6,075
Posted By redshift1

It's only going to be a matter of time and will...

It's only going to be a matter of time and will get worse. Over here, e-scooters, e-bikes and e-monowheel things are proliferating. They are getting cheaper and becoming the next must have item. Also...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-16-23, 04:12 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,777
Posted By redshift1

Although a relative rarity in the dozen or so...

Although a relative rarity in the dozen or so times a car has pulled out in front of me, whilst on either my motorcycle or bicycle, I will add to the "car approaching an intersection" danger...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-15-23, 10:11 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,777
Posted By redshift1

As a motorcyclist, I've contended with the SMIDSY...

As a motorcyclist, I've contended with the SMIDSY syndrome many times.

I am never going to excuse those car drivers who are in such a hurry to get wherever they're late to, that they choose not to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-23, 04:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 556
Posted By redshift1

And another big compliment to Park Tool U.S. ...

And another big compliment to Park Tool U.S.

A few years ago I bought a Park tool from a U.K. business, and thought it may have had a slight bend in one of the removable parts ( nowadays I think...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-23, 05:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 292
Posted By redshift1

Black ! :)

Black ! :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-23, 08:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 292
Posted By redshift1

Colnago C50 vs. Cadex ALR-1

This question has been on my mind for a long time.

Ever since my friend bought his Colnago C50 ( C-fibre frame, 11-speed e-shifting, carbon wheels, Campagnolo Super-Record, etc. ), he has been...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
03-10-23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,357
Posted By redshift1

I haven't had a TKR but a far far more minor...

I haven't had a TKR but a far far more minor incident a couple of months ago - I completely removed my right foot big toe nail dragging a heavy chair towards me. So while it healed, I stopped using...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-23, 04:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,924
Posted By redshift1

I used R and R Gold for the first time recently. ...

I used R and R Gold for the first time recently.

I didn't think much of the instructions either because it left me in doubt as to whether the usual pre-cleaning was still necessary or was not...
Forum: Commuting
01-30-23, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By redshift1

That ( bolded ) seems to imply a larger...

That ( bolded ) seems to imply a larger filtration surface area is needed. If airborne particles are the problem, this sounds similar to what welders, boilermakers, etc. have to deal with when...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-23, 07:53 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,827
Posted By redshift1

Sorry tomato coupe :). Post #1, Line 4,...

Sorry tomato coupe :).

Post #1, Line 4, middle. ( I had to single space the letters. )
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,827
Posted By redshift1

I also ride a motorcycle ( many years, many miles...

I also ride a motorcycle ( many years, many miles ) and have done a few track days, and off-road training as well. The idea behind what is often recommended in books, with applying this brake then,...
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