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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-01-16, 05:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By apg

Oh, and I guess I should mention the track bike...

Oh, and I guess I should mention the track bike has no brakes, thus never having been stretched out like this before.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-01-16, 05:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By apg

No, not really. I've been on a track bike...

No, not really. I've been on a track bike forever, and the reach is totally different for this new riding position where I'm on the hoods so much.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-16, 07:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By apg

Okay, good answer thank you. I figure I'll...

Okay, good answer thank you.

I figure I'll try raising it a little first, see if that resolves the issue, and if it doesn't, I'll get a shorter stem.

Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-16, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 726
Posted By apg

Campagnolo Ergo & moving stem

Hey all, I've got a new build that uses a campagnolo 10 speed ergo set up. I took it out for a ride today and I'm too stretched out.

I've moved the seat a little forward and I was wondering if I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-15, 06:55 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,123
Posted By apg

*kinked

*kinked
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-15, 06:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,123
Posted By apg

it was a linked cable! All better.

it was a linked cable! All better.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-15, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,123
Posted By apg

Definitely the ones that come out the top..!

Definitely the ones that come out the top..!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-15, 06:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,123
Posted By apg

It's not the calipers they have great springs and...

It's not the calipers they have great springs and work brilliantly, and the levers are without springs. Sort of hanging loose. I've tried threading the housing over the top, it helps a little, not a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-15, 06:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,123
Posted By apg

Brake issues

hi all,
Just replaced my old mavic centre pull brakes with tektro 559s. I changed the levers to some old superbe levers.

I've also changed the housing and cables to new shimano ones. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-15, 06:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By apg

Saddle help

hi all,

I'm riding a track bike daily, about 50 miles, and ride it on the track at races.

I have been using a Brooks B17 narrow imperial for the past year and it's super comfortable.

I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-15, 07:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,387
Posted By apg

Thanks Hillrider. I was talking more about the...

Thanks Hillrider. I was talking more about the judgements attached to the responses, over the graphic elements. Dicks. But what else to expect from roadies. Thanks again.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-15, 04:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,387
Posted By apg

Thanks for the constructive comments those of you...

Thanks for the constructive comments those of you who weighed in, and who know the product. To the other guys, what's with the attitude?

Ill use this at the track mostly and not so much on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-15, 08:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,387
Posted By apg

Seat Post limit

hey all, just got a Canpagnolo aero seatpost. It's about 1cm short (below the limit line). If I ride and race with the post above the limit line is that a terrible awful idea or should I not care?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-15, 09:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,126
Posted By apg

Awesome. I'm crystal clear. Thank you all very...

Awesome. I'm crystal clear. Thank you all very much.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-15, 07:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,126
Posted By apg

This is helpful. They're new rims, TB14s from H...

This is helpful. They're new rims, TB14s from H Plus Sons. I'm within 2 mm of verticle true. Ill work on them slowly and find the vert true first. Thanks!!

Also do I measure for 2.0 butted section...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-15, 06:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,126
Posted By apg

Wheel hop

ive laced and tensioned my wheel, fixed lateral and am having trouble with wheel hop. 1/3 of my wheel is short, and I'm wondering if I should loosen those spokes and retrue laterally or tighten the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-15, 09:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 867
Posted By apg

Thanks! it's $500 on CL. Hoping to get it a lot...

Thanks! it's $500 on CL. Hoping to get it a lot cheaper and rebuild it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-20-15, 07:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 867
Posted By apg

1920s race frame?

This beast is listed as a 1920s track bike, and has been in a locker for 40 years. Anyone have any ideas what it might be? It has wooden rims, needs a ****load of work, but looks cool. Any idea of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 08:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,586
Posted By apg

So spindle size is 113mm, which means I should...

So spindle size is 113mm, which means I should buy a 111mm or 110 mm to straighten the chain line right?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 02:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,586
Posted By apg

Haha. I guess I'm too used to people being...

Haha. I guess I'm too used to people being dickheads on this forums, esp. when posting anything to do with a non road bike. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 01:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,586
Posted By apg

Really. Why is that? Or are you another ****ing...

Really. Why is that? Or are you another ****ing troll?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,586
Posted By apg

It's a cartridge. I think I'll replace it when...

It's a cartridge. I think I'll replace it when the snow ends.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 05:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,586
Posted By apg

Using the formula below my front is 42.5mm and...

Using the formula below my front is 42.5mm and the rear is 40mm. That means I need to find a spindle that's approx 4mm (2mm each side) shorter, right?

I'm using Campy 165mm Strada Cranks.

If...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 05:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,586
Posted By apg

Spindle Size, track bike

Anyone have any simple idea on how to measure for chainline? I'm on a track bike and I'm wondering what size spindle I need in a new BB. I think I've destroyed my old one this winter riding a lot...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 803
Posted By apg

All excellent advice, thanks so much! Will get...

All excellent advice, thanks so much! Will get hubs first and begin rebuild that way. Appreciate everyones input.

Out of interest, Kissena is closest to me. Why the difference there?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-15, 08:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 803
Posted By apg

Wheel Lacing help

Hi guys,
Building a new wheel using my old hubs. Need some help selecting spokes. I'm wondering:

. What length to buy (I think I need 290mm spokes)
. What are the best spokes for a good stiff...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-14, 06:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 826
Posted By apg

Okay. Drilled a 7/64 hole and used a self tapping...

Okay. Drilled a 7/64 hole and used a self tapping machine screw. Once I'd gotten it far enough in I machined the screw to desired length, put on some loctite and screwed it in. Rear plate and other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-14, 07:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 826
Posted By apg

$20 valuable for a repair? Drilling it is one...

$20 valuable for a repair? Drilling it is one thing, but I've never threaded a new hole before. Maybe I'll give it a try.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-14, 06:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 826
Posted By apg

Thanks guys.. I guess that might be tough to do...

Thanks guys.. I guess that might be tough to do with my hand drill in the garage (boiler room actually, it being NYC and all...)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-14, 03:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 826
Posted By apg

Refastening rear plate on Campagnolo Croce D'aune?

Hi all,

421279421280421281Does anyone know if it's possible to refasten a snapped off rear plate on a Campy Croce D'Aune pedal?
See photos. I'm guessing it's kaput, but no idea...!

Ash
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-14, 09:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,191
Posted By apg

What's this sticky stuff on my pedals?

Hi,
I'm going to rebuild my Campy pedals and took the cap off to find this weird sticky yellow gunk on the nut. What is it?
Any tips on a good pedal rebuild?
Ash
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-14-14, 04:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,359
Posted By apg

Great explanation. Thank you all so much. I'm...

Great explanation. Thank you all so much. I'm going back to clips and double toe straps.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-14, 08:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,359
Posted By apg

Why are so many of the people on here so ****ing...

Why are so many of the people on here so ****ing grumpy all the time? Do you guys just sit about trolling bike forums threads and give worthless advice or gain satisfaction from correcting people's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-14, 07:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,359
Posted By apg

So, you think even if I got some egg beaters or...

So, you think even if I got some egg beaters or something better than these pedals, I'm going to run into the same problem?

all the same, I'll give cleaning them out a try. Can see why not.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-14, 03:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,359
Posted By apg

Cleats popping out of pedals

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Just put these 515s I bought at a swap meet for $20. I tightened tension a bit but my cleats (new) are popping out when i brake really hard (I'm on a track bike). Any ideas-have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-14, 05:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By apg

Ended up finding a perfect Kinfolk fork - one of...

Ended up finding a perfect Kinfolk fork - one of the last to be make by Kasuka, which has given the bike perfect geometry. It's sick. I'll sell the Colnago fork on ebay.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-14, 03:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By apg

It's 26.8mm for sure. Got a nice Ritchey Nitto...

It's 26.8mm for sure. Got a nice Ritchey Nitto that fits well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-14, 05:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By apg

Thanks all. I am looking for an imperfect...

Thanks all. I am looking for an imperfect solution so I'm going to try loctite and a clamp. I'll look for a better seatpost in the time following. It is a threaded 1". Fingers crossed...! Thanks for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-05-14, 09:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,079
Posted By apg

Help with Pinarello Amatore

Hi everyone.

I'm building up a Pinarello 1980s Amatore track bike as a track bike (as it's intended!). Some questions:

1) I'm having trouble getting the seat post in - I thought it was a 27.2mm...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-14, 09:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,538
Posted By apg

I have a surly cog on my italian threaded campy...

I have a surly cog on my italian threaded campy pista hub now, and want to change it to a DA, I think. Was thinking of changing front chain ring to DA to match (the chain ring is currently a 48t...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-14, 07:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,538
Posted By apg

Mismatching Campy 1/8 and DA?

Hey all,
I'm thinking about running a 1/8 DA chain wheel (49) and 1/8 Campy rear cog (15) on my bike.

Given the teeth are slightly different (DA has sharper teeth and Campy squarer, I'm...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-08-14, 08:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 741
Posted By apg

Both sides busted. I think I'll take it to King...

Both sides busted. I think I'll take it to King Kog in BK, have them rebuild and not open it myself again for an overhaul - I don't seem to know what I'm doing? Need spare parts though. Anyone know...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-08-14, 05:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 741
Posted By apg

Campy Pista Hub - Safety & More problems

Hi all-

Replaced my cones and lock nuts (parts 32/R and 33/P) last month. Only rode about 300 Miles, and they've both broken again when I just readjusted them this morning. Any ideas on why this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-14, 08:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,263
Posted By apg

And to those of you that were helpful, thanks.

And to those of you that were helpful, thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-14, 08:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,263
Posted By apg

Wanted to hop back on here to say you guys are...

Wanted to hop back on here to say you guys are generally dicks. Get off your high horses.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,182
Posted By apg

Yes - the inner lock nut (33/p), not the track...

Yes - the inner lock nut (33/p), not the track nut.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-14, 07:09 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,182
Posted By apg

I'm saying I need to find the lock nuts that keep...

I'm saying I need to find the lock nuts that keep the cones in place, not the outer nuts!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-14, 06:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,182
Posted By apg

Alternative for 10x26 campy lock nuts?

Hi all,

My old cones and lock nuts on both sides of my rear Campy track hub, broke. Don't know why. Any ideas? Thought it was weird all four components broke at the same time.

I found...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-14, 03:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 914
Posted By apg

Can't tighten up old brooks wide saddle

Hey all,

Got a bike today and trying to tighten up the pitch on the wide old leather brooks saddle. It's a 1969 AMC Hercules, with one of the cruiser/townie style saddles with springs.

Anyone...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-24-14, 10:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 634
Posted By apg

Wow, $80. All the same. Better than... thanks!

Wow, $80. All the same. Better than... thanks!
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