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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 475
Posted By dvizz

I ended up using a heavy duty degreaser sprayed...

I ended up using a heavy duty degreaser sprayed on to a rag and wiped the gung off the chain. My buddy will think the chain was soaked but it looks pretty good with min. effort. Really good link to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 475
Posted By dvizz

Yea, makes sense. I'll pop the pin, pull off the...

Yea, makes sense. I'll pop the pin, pull off the chain and soak it in some gas. It's really thick gunk and will need some scrubbing after soaking. Just thought getting use of a spare chain laying...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-23, 08:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 475
Posted By dvizz

11 speed chain on 7 speed drive

I was asked to install new 7 speed twist shifters on my friends Specialized Crossroads 3x7 hybrid bike. The chain looks all gunked up but seems to shift fairly well front and back with the new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 401
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo derailleur misaligned on two cassettes

I have two wheelsets. One with a Campagnolo Chorus 11-29 on a Campagnolo Zonda and a Chorus 11-32 on a Bora Ultra. I like to swap the wheelsets out to keep the Boras from getting gritty winter usage....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-21, 06:42 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By dvizz

I bought the bike new on eBay and contacted bike...

I bought the bike new on eBay and contacted bike manufacture with info and photos to no avail.. Warranties are only honored if the bike or frame is purchased from a authorized dealer. I haven't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-21, 10:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By dvizz

Crack in Bottom Bracket shell

When pedaling with torque there is a subtle clanking sound coming from the bottom bracket. My diagnosis on the cause is a crack in the bottom bracket shell discovered after removal of the cups being...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-13-20, 07:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Posted By dvizz

I hate trying to route the new cables through the...

I hate trying to route the new cables through the Campagnolo Ultra Shift shifters . There's a tough bend positioning the cable end to come out of the housing and into the opening where the cable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-12-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,778
Posted By dvizz

Internal Frame Cable routing

I'm getting ready to remove the front and rear derailleur cable end caps to pull cables back for installation through a new frame. I would like to keep cable ends from fraying while reinstalling,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 02:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,909
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo Ultra Torque BB86 press fit cups

Well I think I determined the cause of the subtle clanking noise coming from my bottom bracket. I popped out the cups to try some grease application and this is what I found. It looks like a crack...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,909
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo Ultra Torque BB86 press fit cups

I have two different wheelsets and both sets don't change the subtle clunking sound which is coming through the bottom bracket from drive and non drive pedal strokes. At first I thought it was the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,909
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo Ultra Torque BB86 press fit cups

I'm looking to try a Collet-type solution for Campagnolo press fit 86.5 x 41 bottom bracket after trying Locktite 609 with noise continuing while pedaling under torque. I have searched the web but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-20, 10:59 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,538
Posted By dvizz

My regular solo ride is 31 miles with winds...

My regular solo ride is 31 miles with winds coming from the SW. The winds this month have averaged 10-15 mph so I can get a good pace heading out. It's the return loop that makes the ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-19, 01:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 861
Posted By dvizz

Thank You brother

Thank You brother
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-19, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 861
Posted By dvizz

The replacement I've found doesn't indicate if...

The replacement I've found doesn't indicate if it's a Chorus or Potenza model. I think referencing the Campagnolo Parts web site will show something but its hard to navigate.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-19, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 861
Posted By dvizz

Replacing worn cassette cogs

Has anyone considered replacing individual cassette cogs. I'm hearing some chain noise coming from my Campagnolo Chorus cassette when in the no. 19 cog and not any other cogs. I recently replaced the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-19, 08:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,709
Posted By dvizz

Yea. I hear you. Some jobs are better left to the...

Yea. I hear you. Some jobs are better left to the Pro mechanics.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-19, 05:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,709
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo Bora Ultra spoke nipple replacement

Man I thought I was screwed a few hours ago. I was determined to replace a twisted spoke and a slightly rounded nipple on my carbon Bora rim. I ordered the spokes kit, WH-019BOT35 and ordered the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-18, 06:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,347
Posted By dvizz

Well the shifting has definitely improved. I...

Well the shifting has definitely improved. I switched the cable routing so the right shifter travels through the right side down tube. I guess there is no contact between the rear and front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-18, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,347
Posted By dvizz

I purchased the Wilier back in February of this...

I purchased the Wilier back in February of this year and aside from the drivetrain components coming off my Zero 9 bike, I did replace existing with new cables and housing. CliffordK's point about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-18, 01:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,954
Posted By dvizz

Hi Graeme, I pulled the cable out of the casings...

Hi Graeme, I pulled the cable out of the casings and checked each casing and feral end to see if there was a restriction causing cable drag. I found nothing to indicate the cable being tight or held...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-18, 06:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,347
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo RD shifting problems

I'm trying to get my Chorus 11 Speed rear derailleur to shift properly. Basically I replaced the 11 speed right shifter body with pre 2014 model EC-RE100 as the replaced one had over 35,000 miles and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-18, 02:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,954
Posted By dvizz

Hi gfk velo, I have a 11 speed Chorus group set...

Hi gfk velo, I have a 11 speed Chorus group set on my Wilier. I recently replaced the 11 speed right shifter body with model EC-RE100. The shifter I replaced is pre 2014 and had over 36,000 miles. On...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-18, 10:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,954
Posted By dvizz

Hi gfk velo, I've put over 200 miles on the...

Hi gfk velo, I've put over 200 miles on the Bora's and there is no movement side to side. I appreciate the follow up in regards to correctly adjusting the hub and bearings. The wheels are awesome...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-18, 06:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,954
Posted By dvizz

I followed the instructions nudging the collar a...

I followed the instructions nudging the collar a few millimeters and have virtually no lateral movement that I can feel. I switched the Bora's with my Zonda's and the movement is pretty much similar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-18, 02:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,954
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo Bora Ultra Wheel

I am feeling some lateral play in my Bora Ultra rear wheel. When I grab the top of the wheel it moves side to side. I checked the nut that holds the free hub body on to the shaft and that is tight....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-02-18, 01:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 463
Posted By dvizz

Campagnolo Chorus 11s Ergo shifter

Found the info needed on this thread.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-17, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 995
Posted By dvizz

If the bb and crank fit, I plan on a front...

If the bb and crank fit, I plan on a front shifter and derailleur conversion although try playing with the set screws to align the cage over the rings. I'll also check the chain length.
Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 995
Posted By dvizz

Amazing the kind of feedback you get on a forum...

Amazing the kind of feedback you get on a forum asking for mechanical help.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-17, 04:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 995
Posted By dvizz

I can handle the conversion from one crank to...

I can handle the conversion from one crank to another. My question is, will the FSA double replace the Shimano triple. The main concern is the different BB. The Shimano is square taper internal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-17, 10:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 995
Posted By dvizz

Converting 3 speed

I have a Specialized Sirrus equipped w 3 ring 9 speed Shimano Acera crank , bottom bracket is:Cartridge bearings, square spindle.
I want to go to a compact crank and found a FSA Omega Compact 10-11...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-17, 06:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,248
Posted By dvizz

Distance: 6,325.01 mi Time: 443:49:37 h:m:s...

Distance:
6,325.01 mi
Time:
443:49:37 h:m:s
Elevation Gain:
180,302 ft
Avg Speed:
14.3 mph
Avg HR:
112 bpm
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-16, 04:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,718
Posted By dvizz

BB386 EVO press fit cups removal

Any tools that will facilitate the removal of the BB386. EVO press fit bottom bracket. I installed Campagnolo Ultra Torque BB3866 86.5x46 press fit cups with Loctite 609 sealer and need to pop out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-16, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,731
Posted By dvizz

I have a similar problem with my Wilier Zero 9...

I have a similar problem with my Wilier Zero 9 which is equipped with Campy Ultra Torque cranks. I applied Loctite 609 to the bottom bracket inner shell and the surface of the FSA press fit cups. The...
Forum: Northeast
06-13-15, 03:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,136
Posted By dvizz

Go to mtbNJ.com and check the 6mile run trail...

Go to mtbNJ.com and check the 6mile run trail forum. There are lots of postings on conditions and trail maps. Good park, lots of swoopy single track with short climbs and roots. It tends to get and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,976
Posted By dvizz

Wilier Zero 9

I built the Zero 9 with all Campagnolo Chorus 11 components along with FSA bars and seat post. I run a set of Campy Zonda clinchers and also Reynolds Carbon clinchers. The bike has provided me with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-15, 05:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,086
Posted By dvizz

Hip Surgery and riding

I'm 66 and ride mostly road but also mountain bike. I rode 5,000 mi last year as recorded by my Garmin 705 GPS. My hip has really been bothering me these past few months and I was given an MRI and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-15, 03:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 816
Posted By dvizz

Fork Rake

I own a Wilier zero 9 that I built up with Campy Chorus 11 components. I am miffed that when riding It won't allow me to take my hands off the bars without it wanting to fidgit from side to side. It...
Forum: Introductions
05-18-15, 02:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 314
Posted By dvizz

I love my Wilier Zero 9, but find that it doesn't...

I love my Wilier Zero 9, but find that it doesn't track straight when my hands are off the bars. I ride my Specialized and like to raise my arms from time to time to stretch. The Wilier won't allow...
Forum: Introductions
05-18-15, 06:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 314
Posted By dvizz

Greetings from New Jersey

I ride a Wilier 09 and have a Specialized Roubaix both with Campy Chorus drive train components. I do all my own mechanical and maintenance work and have built up both bikes from frame sets. Logged...
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