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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 374
Posted By bboy314

I’m thinking buying a replacement fork to get the...

I’m thinking buying a replacement fork to get the bars higher may negate the sweet deal the OP apparently got on the bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 374
Posted By bboy314

Keep in mind that these extenders are not safe to...

Keep in mind that these extenders are not safe to use with carbon steerers (which this bike may or may not have).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 374
Posted By bboy314

Popular opinion on bikeforums is that they’re...

Popular opinion on bikeforums is that they’re silly looking. Popular opinion in the real world is that they can be incredibly useful for fine tuning your fit. I wouldn’t use “popular opinion” as a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 05:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 226
Posted By bboy314

I’m guessing they mean this is the first tandem...

I’m guessing they mean this is the first tandem they’ve encountered, and it inspired the screen name which they needed to join the forum and ask their question.

OP, as others have said, used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 154
Posted By bboy314

I’ve done just this, moved the fender to a...

I’ve done just this, moved the fender to a different bike and plugged the hole with a small button head bolt and nut.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 123
Posted By bboy314

Measure the spindle, or look up the spec for the...

Measure the spindle, or look up the spec for the specific crankset you’re using.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 842
Posted By bboy314

You already got your answer when you measured it...

You already got your answer when you measured it yourself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 566
Posted By bboy314

Maybe someone else will own the bike in its...

Maybe someone else will own the bike in its lifetime and want something else? Maybe OP will get bored and decide they want a purple anodized Chris King headset? I can think of plenty of reasons to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 67
Posted By bboy314

I don’t have an answer, but I would contact both...

I don’t have an answer, but I would contact both Hadley, and whoever you’re buying the driver from.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 842
Posted By bboy314

Next size is 1 1/8”, which is what it seems like...

Next size is 1 1/8”, which is what it seems like you already measured according to your earlier posts :foo:

Generally speaking, asking for sizes on the internet or even from the manufacturer (or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 271
Posted By bboy314

The Tourney would probably work fine, but...

The Tourney would probably work fine, but honestly you will get such higher quality and better shifting springing just a few bucks more for Alivio.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,114
Posted By bboy314

Everyone knows Trek inflates the tires with...

Everyone knows Trek inflates the tires with helium before weighing for spec.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 198
Posted By bboy314

Don’t forget that cone and locknut are both...

Don’t forget that cone and locknut are both left-hand thread.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 271
Posted By bboy314

Either of those should be a fine replacement.

Either of those should be a fine replacement.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,543
Posted By bboy314

Sounds like cycling may not be your cup of tea.

Sounds like cycling may not be your cup of tea.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 159
Posted By bboy314

Don’t believe everything you read on the internet.

Don’t believe everything you read on the internet.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 159
Posted By bboy314

Good point, I hadn’t caught that they were taken...

Good point, I hadn’t caught that they were taken off a Tri Cross, which would probably have short pull brakes ASSUMING they were stock. A pic of the brakes installed would indeed be helpful for...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-28-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 175
Posted By bboy314

Cool bike, I’ve never seen one of these but years...

Cool bike, I’ve never seen one of these but years ago I built up for a friend a KHS Montana MTB with the same paint job.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 159
Posted By bboy314

Yes, you need long pull levers or an adapter like...

Yes, you need long pull levers or an adapter like Travel Agents. Look up long pull vs. short pull brakes for more info.
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-28-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 877
Posted By bboy314

Have you considered hitch mounted racks? You may...

Have you considered hitch mounted racks? You may have to install a hitch on your vehicle but that will open up a world of options, and are easier to use for multiple bikes than roof racks in my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 387
Posted By bboy314

Another vote for the Giant.

Another vote for the Giant.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 764
Views: 271,695
Posted By bboy314

Anyone able to facilitate a Craigslist purchase...

Anyone able to facilitate a Craigslist purchase and ship in the Simi Valley LA area? PM if so. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 342
Views: 17,813
Posted By bboy314

If anyone is local to this bike and interested in...

If anyone is local to this bike and interested in facilitating a sale ‘n’ ship, PM me!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-27-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 312
Posted By bboy314

Sweet deal, GLWTS!

Sweet deal, GLWTS!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 402
Posted By bboy314

Tires are wear items. If a new tire is truly 30...

Tires are wear items. If a new tire is truly 30 percent of the bike’s value, assuming you mean what you paid for it, consider yourself lucky you have a bike you’ve put so little money into. Even a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 264
Posted By bboy314

You want a crankset spec’d to fit your bottom...

You want a crankset spec’d to fit your bottom bracket shell, and may need to get the appropriate bottom bracket, or spacers to make your new spindle length compatible with the installed bottom...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By bboy314

A more detailed description of the “slip” would...

A more detailed description of the “slip” would be helpful for diagnosis, and more details about the bike and its components. Did the shop check for drivetrain wear? Could it have just needed a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 490
Posted By bboy314

The subject of this thread is a bike with a front...

The subject of this thread is a bike with a front hub motor.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,397
Posted By bboy314

Love the frame/hubs color combo.

Love the frame/hubs color combo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 490
Posted By bboy314

What if nature calls while out on a ride? Every...

What if nature calls while out on a ride? Every e-bike in particular should have a kickstand in my opinion. Not always easy to lean on something.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 234
Posted By bboy314

Sounds like the headset might not be installed...

Sounds like the headset might not be installed properly. Did you swap the crown race from the old fork to the new?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 487
Posted By bboy314

Cantis can be great, or not so great. I think...

Cantis can be great, or not so great. I think they get a bad rap more than V/linear pulls because there are a lot more variables involved in proper setup of cantis, whereas v brake setup is generally...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 487
Posted By bboy314

Cantis can be great, or not so great. I think...

Cantis can be great, or not so great. I think they get a bad rap more than V/linear pulls because there are a lot more variables involved in proper setup of cantis, whereas v brake setup is generally...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-25-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 937
Posted By bboy314

So what’s the verdict on value in this case?

So what’s the verdict on value in this case?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 366
Posted By bboy314

It would be helpful to know whether the OP is...

It would be helpful to know whether the OP is looking to restore with exact replacement parts, or just fix the bike up to make it rideable. The word restore on its own can mean different things to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 943
Posted By bboy314

In addition to the pads moving up and down in the...

In addition to the pads moving up and down in the arm, they can be angled up or down, using the convex/concave washers. This is generally done to match the angle of the rim relative to the brake arm,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,339
Posted By bboy314

Great stuff, keep it coming!

Great stuff, keep it coming!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 564
Posted By bboy314

OP has a bag mount that makes this more...

OP has a bag mount that makes this more complicated.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-24-24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 283
Posted By bboy314

Got any more info?

Got any more info?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 943
Posted By bboy314

U brakes use different posts than linear pulls,...

U brakes use different posts than linear pulls, and are mounted to a different part of the frame relative to the wheel.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-24-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,387
Posted By bboy314

I say dangle it in front of Robvolz and see if...

I say dangle it in front of Robvolz and see if you get a bite :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 672
Posted By bboy314

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_7321_39765107b6117d3c81470d3b0b7e8a3a0dfb5859.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 555
Posted By bboy314

I was gonna say that’s not a bad weight for an...

I was gonna say that’s not a bad weight for an ebike… til I read on and saw it’s analog :twitchy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 259
Posted By bboy314

I’m guessing it was swapped from the original...

I’m guessing it was swapped from the original stem, based on the cable housing being too short.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 504
Posted By bboy314

Cool looking frame, whatever it is. Perhaps a bit...

Cool looking frame, whatever it is. Perhaps a bit on the small side for you??
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 872
Posted By bboy314

There is a spring contained within the parts of...

There is a spring contained within the parts of the barrel adjuster. It does sound like you may have an issue still, perhaps the wrong length bottom bracket spindle, but I guess if it works, it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 4,189
Posted By bboy314

Congrats on the new ride! If I recall correctly,...

Congrats on the new ride! If I recall correctly, the tool surface on those axles is 6mm. There is kind of a gasket in there that holds the supplied handle in, which adds some resistance when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 872
Posted By bboy314

OP, the plate under the cable pinch bolt might be...

OP, the plate under the cable pinch bolt might be rotated 90 degrees, limiting how much the cable can pull. Also, that channel in the derailleur is for running a cable from underneath, as opposed to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 490
Posted By bboy314

A pletscher double kickstand works well for this...

A pletscher double kickstand works well for this as long as your chain stays have the room for it, and they’re very stable. They come with plastic inserts to help protect the frame.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 872
Posted By bboy314

From your blurry photos, it can be seen that your...

From your blurry photos, it can be seen that your derailleur is mounted way too high and the cable is frayed. Hard to ascertain anything about angle, cable routing and tension, which are other...
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