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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-23, 03:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 345
Posted By Aero-X

saddle sliding backwards

Guys,

I noticed my Specialized Toupe Ti rail saddle tends to slide back. I previously roughened the Ti rail with sand paper and as well as the clamp surface to increase friction. The seat post is...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-11-23, 02:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By Aero-X

I have a few of these, but don't like the way it...

I have a few of these, but don't like the way it sits on a polished quill stem. I prefer to not have anything attached to the stem. Out-front style works the best with a quill stem.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-11-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By Aero-X

Unfortunately it's a traditional quill type stem....

Unfortunately it's a traditional quill type stem. There's no faceplate to mount the out-front Garmin mount.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-25-23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By Aero-X

I know a lot of those mounts come with a...

I know a lot of those mounts come with a rubber/resin shim. The shim option just looks clumsy. The 31.8mm clamp looks huge on a 25.4mm bar. It sticks out so much. Too bad no company makes Garmin...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-21-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,165
Posted By Aero-X

Garmin aluminum mount for 25.4mm bar?

Does anyone know where to buy a Garmin mount for 25.4mm bar. It seems almost all Garmin mount clamp size is 31.8mm. I need to add a small Garmin computer to my Cinelli steel bike which uses...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-23, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 338
Posted By Aero-X

I think it's the right side arm is missing a...

I think it's the right side arm is missing a washer which fits in the countersunk hole. The left arm hole obviously has a steel washer of some sort to provide an interface with pedal spindle. You can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-23, 07:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 338
Posted By Aero-X

Campy 10spd crank arm pedal spindle hole washer?

Hi,

I recently bough a used Veloce 10spd compact crank from CL. I noticed the pedal spindle hole have different interface. The left crank arm has a flat surface hole, but the right arm has a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-23, 09:34 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

This is the Campy 10spd Power Torque BB cup....

This is the Campy 10spd Power Torque BB cup. Aluminum, with yellow loctite factory installed on them already.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-23, 09:25 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

The drive side cup label says 35nm. But it's...

The drive side cup label says 35nm. But it's pretty light after I torqued to 35 with my torque wrench. I feel I can tighten it a lot more, but I wonder if it's going to damage the cup :foo:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-23, 03:39 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

ok, I figured out. So if you look into the BB...

ok, I figured out. So if you look into the BB from either side on this modern SuperCorsa, counter-clock wise is loosen, clock wise is tighten. This is the case for both sides. I admit this threading...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

Quick question. Does the current modern...

Quick question. Does the current modern SuperCorsa still have Italian threaded BB? So the right drive side threading is reversed(left-hand thread, which tightens counterclockwise and loosen...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

So I followed you guys' advices and cut about...

So I followed you guys' advices and cut about <10mm off the steer tube.

Originally I had to put in 2x10mm spacers in and still has about 1mm gap after topping out the lock nut. The 1mm gap is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 186
Posted By Aero-X

Campy PowerTorque crank bearing dust cap question

Hi guys,

I recently bought a CP 10spd PowerTorque Veloce compact cranks off Craigslist. The drive side bear on the crank initially felt very tight, would not spinning freely. So I thought I got a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-23, 04:31 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

OK, both cups went in just fine. The upper cup...

OK, both cups went in just fine. The upper cup needs micro adjustments with the DIY threaded rod. So the moment I spot there's a slight angle I tap the center rod with my wrench to the side where...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-23, 03:22 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

Just received my Cinelli. BTW, I eventually went...

Just received my Cinelli. BTW, I eventually went with a 58CM because I think I might shrink as I get older. So the frame set took about 6 months to receive from Italy. I have a small issue with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 09:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

I once had a Steelman Stage Race 60cm(C-C) about...

I once had a Steelman Stage Race 60cm(C-C) about 20 years ago. Brent did the fitting for me, and went with a shorter top tube 58cm. It's a traditional geometry. Now I think the SuperCorsa 59cm is the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 09:25 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

My inseam is 35.5", my current saddle height is...

My inseam is 35.5", my current saddle height is 79cm, so about 4cm taller than yours. Which means if I get a 58cm, my seat post will be noticeably more exposed than yours. I think your current saddle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 08:31 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

Measured from the center of the bottom bracket or...

Measured from the center of the bottom bracket or center of the crank bolt, ballpark. The exposed section of your seat post is well balanced with the 58cm frame size. Not overly extended/exposed, nor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

What's your saddle height on your 58cm SC?

What's your saddle height on your 58cm SC?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

I mostly go with 3 sizing metrics when choosing a...

I mostly go with 3 sizing metrics when choosing a frame these days. Reach, Stack and Horizontal Top Tube. The rest of the metrics are more related to the handling of the bike, the ride quality, etc....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 06:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

Judging from how far back the saddle is on your...

Judging from how far back the saddle is on your SC 58cm, the top tube of a 58cm size is a bit short for you. Those traditional steel frames tend to have shorter top tubes. The Cinelli SC is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,306
Posted By Aero-X

I ordered a Cinelli SC 59cm early Feb this year....

I ordered a Cinelli SC 59cm early Feb this year. It will be ready late July.

I'm exactly 6' (183cm) tall with 35.5" inseam. My usual bike size is 58cm with 58cm horizontal top tube. I run 110mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 429
Posted By Aero-X

You guys are right. The right one is 9 clicks. I...

You guys are right. The right one is 9 clicks. I wasn't pressing the thumb button hard enough. It takes a bit more finger push than the shimano system especially the thumb button. I didn't want to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-23, 11:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 429
Posted By Aero-X

Campy 10spd Ergopower left shifter controls RD?

Hi,

I'm new to Campy systems. I recently bough a pair of 10spd Veloce brifters at a bike swap. I want to run them on a very old Pinna Treviso. After I came home, I found the brifter arrangement is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-21, 12:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

It's the polymer coating being rubbed off. See my...

It's the polymer coating being rubbed off. See my above reply.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-21, 12:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

Yeah. Notice the polymer coating is being rubbed...

Yeah. Notice the polymer coating is being rubbed off where the cable wraps around that bend at the edge of the plastic cable guide where it enters sea tube? That's a friction point. There's a little...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-21, 08:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

There're the only two holes near the BB. One is...

There're the only two holes near the BB. One is for Di2 which is located on the front side of the seat tube, covered by a rubber plug. I doubt that's for mechanical FD because there's no way you can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-21, 09:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

Oh, I took the rear wheel off so I can get that...

Oh, I took the rear wheel off so I can get that pic on the cable exit hole. The chain is sitting on the back cross piece of the derailleur cage.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

Just used TL-FD68 to check the cable alignment....

Just used TL-FD68 to check the cable alignment. It seems that it's dead in the middle. So the converter on/off doesn't matter. I probably will just use the FD-9000 for now. The FD-9100/8000 stuff is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-21, 01:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

I haven't used TL-FD90. It's in the package....

I haven't used TL-FD90. It's in the package. Also, I feel the cable routing exit hole from the frame is a bit odd. It's a Factor 02. I took some more pics showing the cable exit hole.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-21, 12:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 755
Posted By Aero-X

FD-9000 cable touching cage

Hi guys,

I've recently installed an FD-9000 and an FC-9000 compact 50/34 on my bike. The cable seems to be touching the inner plate of the cage when the chain is on the inner ring, both lowest and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-21, 07:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,921
Posted By Aero-X

Yeah, it's a brand new HB9000 I bought from ebay....

Yeah, it's a brand new HB9000 I bought from ebay. It's a 18H. Just like you described, when I first got it, turning it by hand, the bearing felt a bit grumbly and gritty. The bearing feels dry, not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-21, 12:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,921
Posted By Aero-X

Yeah, guess I'll just follow this method then....

Yeah, guess I'll just follow this method then. Get an o ring hook tool and start to pry carefully. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-21, 09:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,921
Posted By Aero-X

Oh boy. Not sure why they design this particular...

Oh boy. Not sure why they design this particular hub like that. I was watch the video below. This is the same series(I believe) Dura-Ace pre-built wheels set bearings. They're loose bearings, don't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-21, 09:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,921
Posted By Aero-X

The problem I might run into later is how to...

The problem I might run into later is how to press the seals back in without deforming them. Is there a how-to video somewhere on the internet? Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-21, 06:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,921
Posted By Aero-X

Remove Shimano hub bearing with retainer cage

Guys,

I'm trying to inspect the rough bearings inside of my HB-9000. It has a rubber seal covering the bearings which sits in a retainer cage. I watched some Youtube vids, people don't recommend...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-21, 03:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 209
Posted By Aero-X

D/A 9000 front and rear hub specs

Guys,

I'm planning on building my new wheels with 9000 hubs(18F/24R). I'm using QBP's spoke length calculator (https://spokecalculator.qbp.com/spokecalculator/) for spoke lengths. It needs to know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-21, 08:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 353
Posted By Aero-X

Road rim swap spoke length

Hi guys,

I need to replace a set of 30mm alloy clincher rims. They're worn from using as main climbing wheels. The lacing pattern are 18h radial on the front and 24h 2 cross both sides in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 305
Posted By Aero-X

Mixing D/A9000/9100/Sram Red 11spd

Hi,

Sorry if this topic has been discussed before. I think all 11spd 9000/9100/Red are inter changeable. But just want to double check with folks here. I'm putting a new bike together with with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-19, 12:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,172
Posted By Aero-X

Converting a single speed to an internal geared bike

Guys,

I've been riding my 2008 Spec Langster for years. Mostly as a commuter bike. The current set up is 39T x 22T. I've recently changed a job and the commuting route has a couple of hills. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-19, 05:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,515
Posted By Aero-X

Thank, guys :)

Thank, guys :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,515
Posted By Aero-X

where to buy Mavic Ksyrium Pro UST replacement spoke?

Hi guys,

Do you know where to buy a Ksyrium Pro UST replacement spoke? The black ones. Not sure if they're aluminum or steel ones.

Thanks.

AX
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-19, 11:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,660
Posted By Aero-X

That's great, guys. Thanks. I didn't know SRAM...

That's great, guys. Thanks. I didn't know SRAM 11/36 works too. Which SRAM model is it? PG-1170? I'll give it a try to see if I need a new chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-19, 11:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,660
Posted By Aero-X

RD-6800 GS compatible with CS-HG800 11/34?

Guys,

I currently run 50/34 and 11/32 11spd on both of my road bikes(DA 9000 mixed with UT 6800 rear mech). With the new generation UT8000 coming with 11/34 cassette, is it possible to run the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-19, 04:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,374
Posted By Aero-X

The frameset is the right size, the steer tube is...

The frameset is the right size, the steer tube is actually uncut. It's a show room bike with spacers above stem. I'm 6 foot(183cm), 35.5 inch inseam, the frame size is 58cm.

My current two bikes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-19, 12:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,374
Posted By Aero-X

component selection for 2019 Spec Crux Suggestions?

Hi guys,

I have an opportunity to buy a slightly used 2019 Specialized Crux carbon frameset for a pretty good price. This will be my first disc equipped bike. I'm a roadie and have only used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-17, 11:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,707
Posted By Aero-X

Well, I've got a Canyon Ultimate which has a 1...

Well, I've got a Canyon Ultimate which has a 1 1/4" steer. I bought a brand new Deda M35(35mm) carbon bar on ebay for a very good price. It was my fault that I thought it's a 31.8mm bar like most of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-17, 09:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,707
Posted By Aero-X

The Trentacinque is only for 1 1/8" steer, not 1...

The Trentacinque is only for 1 1/8" steer, not 1 1/4".

I did another ebay search. Found this. It seems to be 35mm bar clamp, 1 1/4"(31.8mm) steer. It actually works with 31.8mm bar clamp and 1...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-17, 08:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,707
Posted By Aero-X

Who makes 1 1/4" road stem with 35mm bar clamp?

Hi guys,

Do you guys know who makes road stems with 35mm diameter bar clamp for 1 1/4" fork steer tube?. I looked on ebay, couldn't find any. I need 100mm or 110mm length with 5~6degree rise.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-16, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,691
Posted By Aero-X

Got it out! Yes. The top hex edge of the bottom...

Got it out! Yes. The top hex edge of the bottom bolt is a little rough. I was turning in the wrong direction. I cleanen up the edge. Now the Allan key can go all the way through for better grip. I...
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