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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 134
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It's a classic symptom. I don't know what kind...

It's a classic symptom.
I don't know what kind of shifters you have, but my 3 bikes have Shimano Rapid Fire types and when I do an upshift, you can kind of feel/hear the RDER "hitting the stop" and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 134
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That symptom sounds like a cable/housing that...

That symptom sounds like a cable/housing that needs to be lubed or replaced.
You have too much "slop" in the adjustment to compensate for the sluggish upshift, since RDER spring tension is what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 278
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Along those lines- A Shimano RD M-592 has a 36T...

Along those lines-
A Shimano RD M-592 has a 36T capacity. (I have one on my Ebike)
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=102041
Shop & you can find a bit cheaper.
Get a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 02:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 294
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I was referring to the OP's statement- "The...

I was referring to the OP's statement-
"The bike is an Cervelo Aspero and the chain stay bows out leaving very little of any space."

I was showing how to tell how much larger the ring would be....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 294
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Wrong, but it's certainly close enough. Think of...

Wrong, but it's certainly close enough. Think of a bike with extremely short chain stays, very large ring & tiny cog. The large ring will have more than 180 and the tiny cog will have less.
It would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 294
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Chain has 1/2" pitch so 4 teeth would add 2" to...

Chain has 1/2" pitch so 4 teeth would add 2" to the circumference of the ring.
Divide by PI and you have the diameter increase. Divide that by 2 and you have the radius increase.

Assuming you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 294
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Put it on the largest cog and see if you have an...

Put it on the largest cog and see if you have an EXTRA inch of slack.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/444x356/chain_length_91d23e42a71a3cf66e43c9ed54c5c16ee25c20e6.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 230
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I should have gone for a 53:17! To test, check...

I should have gone for a 53:17!
To test, check every 1/4 mile?

I notice only one has to be a Prime if that number isn't a LCD of the other factor.
I'm just drawn to Prime Numbers.:50:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

OP specified the hub in their 2nd post. HB RM-35....

OP specified the hub in their 2nd post. HB RM-35.

I think new subscribers are only allowed 5 posts the 1st day. If so, how many were wasted for nothing?

It took about 20 seconds to find this-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

How far did you screw the nipples on? You only...

How far did you screw the nipples on? You only want a couple threads until you get all spokes laced.
Any more than needed is multiplied 36X.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Seriously, if you're not sure, why are you giving...

Seriously, if you're not sure, why are you giving advice?

It's difficult to undue bad advice. The OP presumes you know what you're talking about when you're not sure yourself.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

On that hub, the calculated spoke length would...

On that hub, the calculated spoke length would result in the Right side (DS) spokes being 1.1 to 1.2 mm longer. I'm a bit surprised they even bothered with 2 different lengths.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 230
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Depending on the number of teeth of the crank &...

Depending on the number of teeth of the crank & cog, it may take a LOT of crank rotations to achieve that EXACT degree of tightness/looseness.
IF BOTH are PRIME numbers, it's probably worse. a 37:13...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 02:42 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

CM or MM? 3 CM is over 1".

CM or MM?
3 CM is over 1".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 01:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 631
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What size wheel, how many spokes and how much too...

What size wheel, how many spokes and how much too long?
For more typical wheels, 5-7mm would indicate you only did cross 2.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 178
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I don't know diddly about the new electronic...

I don't know diddly about the new electronic stuff, but your post is one of the best opening posts I've seen in describing "where you are at".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 394
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Anything after post #3 is still a waste.

Anything after post #3 is still a waste.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 394
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Do you really think the OP cares what you have?...

Do you really think the OP cares what you have? Especially since they don't have either of YOUR cassettes.
They just wanted some info.
Anything after post #3 is a waste.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,295
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I think the 2 of you are getting accuracy &...

I think the 2 of you are getting accuracy & resolution mixed up.
A longer span will provide greater resolution. That will allow one to READ the results more accurately.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 288
Posted By Bill Kapaun

When the bead is seated before pumping up- ...

When the bead is seated before pumping up-
Physically push the stem in to make sure no part of the stem/reinforcement is caught under the tire bead.
Add a bit of air.
You'll want a small amount of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 255
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That or the housing not being fully seated in the...

That or the housing not being fully seated in the brake lever. It often "creeps out" when releasing the brakes and hangs up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 394
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You "shouldn't" have to touch any screw if you...

You "shouldn't" have to touch any screw if you are using the same larger cogs.

Did they use your old 11T lock ring or a 12T?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 155
Posted By Bill Kapaun

And a 9 speed chain.

And a 9 speed chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 662
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What's the point of GLUELESS patches if you are...

What's the point of GLUELESS patches if you are going to glue them on? Think about the concept.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 662
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I've had them fail when blowing up the tube to...

I've had them fail when blowing up the tube to find a pin hole leak on a following flat.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,385
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I wasn't talking to you in the first place, but...

I wasn't talking to you in the first place, but as usual, you have to insert yourself to apparently up your post count.
That's why you have been on my ignore list for years.
Back to totally...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 346
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Just what gears on say a 14-25 9 speed cassette...

Just what gears on say a 14-25 9 speed cassette wouldn't you use?

You have enough posts to add a few pictures to better describe what the heck you are talking about.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,385
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I agree. You don't know. I didn't say I saw...

I agree. You don't know.
I didn't say I saw anything.
Read what I'm writing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,385
Posted By Bill Kapaun

File/scrape it off. The tire will likely handle...

File/scrape it off.
The tire will likely handle the slight dip in the rim.

BTW, look exactly opposite of the valve stem.
See the rim joint with a slight dip?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 825
Posted By Bill Kapaun

As does my 2008 Globe.

As does my 2008 Globe.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 176
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You have to look at Shimano's ratings with this...

You have to look at Shimano's ratings with this in mind-
IF for example, a group set's largest cog is 28T, that's what the RDER will be rated at even though it's "probably" good for a couple more....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 169
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Often, when parts are mass produced a set of...

Often, when parts are mass produced a set of dies, punches, molds etc. will be in use at once.
When QC finds a bad part, they know which specific "tool" is at fault.
OR date codes, batch #'s,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 825
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm Mavic ignorant, but I think I see your pain.

I'm Mavic ignorant, but I think I see your pain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 825
Posted By Bill Kapaun

No. You then have to reset the RDER in a range it...

No. You then have to reset the RDER in a range it wasn't designed to operate in. You'll probably get by, but why open a can of worms when the other way is far superior?
You can decrease the amount...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 825
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF that's just a standard cone/locknut type- ...

IF that's just a standard cone/locknut type-
Get a 5mm longer axle and a 5mm spacer. (old parts bin) If it's 4 or 6mm, no big deal.
Install axle with spacer on NDS.
You'll probably have to give...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 478
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Haven't you watched police chase videos? Any...

Haven't you watched police chase videos? Any idiot can roll a car.

My point is that's a lot of weight (2 semi fat tired bikes) on a small car.
You may be better served by a rear mount rack.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 478
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If you get too many side G's, does the rack...

If you get too many side G's, does the rack detach or the car tip over?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 825
Posted By Bill Kapaun

That's confusing. What will be the intended...

That's confusing.

What will be the intended purpose of an old steel 135mm frame?

You could just use 130mm and squeeze things together.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,295
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm not looking at your links, but in general,...

I'm not looking at your links, but in general, they tend to show more wear than actual.

Mine reads about .25% high, but I allow for that. It works fine for a quick check on good chains.
When in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 413
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Here's a link to an exploded view for the LP-27...

Here's a link to an exploded view for the LP-27...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 09:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,169
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF the "engine" is spinning at the same RPM. ...

IF the "engine" is spinning at the same RPM.
Unlikely for a "casual" cyclist. It would require an extreme degree of fitness to do so at those speeds due to wind resistance. For somebody my age, it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 522
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Put the chain on the smallest ring (front) &...

Put the chain on the smallest ring (front) & smallest cog (back)
Now stand 5-8 feet or so behind the bike and "sight" down the chain like a rifle. (it helps if you can have someone hold the bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,128
Posted By Bill Kapaun

So you buy a stolen bike for $40 just so you can...

So you buy a stolen bike for $40 just so you can revive an 8 year old thread?
Ignore List
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 522
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF you existing RDER works, keep it. Size the...

IF you existing RDER works, keep it.
Size the chain for BIG:BIG.
Worst case is you have a tiny bit of chain sag when using the smallest ring:cog.
That's a really dumb combination to use.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 181
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Are you sure there aren't "teeth missing" at...

Are you sure there aren't "teeth missing" at regular intervals around the ring.
aka "shift aids".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 392
Posted By Bill Kapaun

If you're a casual rider, even a Tourney level...

If you're a casual rider, even a Tourney level would suffice.

The thing NOT to do is 'upgrade" too much.
As you increase the number of speeds, the cage etc. gets slightly narrower each step,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 702
Posted By Bill Kapaun

To add to that- IF you can prop up the rear...

To add to that-
IF you can prop up the rear wheel and spin the pedals-
Slowly turn them and observe the amount of "sag" in the chain after 8-10 revolutions.
IF the chain ring & cog are centered,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 468
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I recently changed the 11-36 on my Ebike to a...

I recently changed the 11-36 on my Ebike to a 14-30 I made up from parts.
RDER is a RD-592 which specifies an 11T smallest and 3x largest.
I didn't touch ANY adjustment screw.
I turned the barrel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 502
Posted By Bill Kapaun

And I thought you'd actually read post #8

And I thought you'd actually read post #8
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 537
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Did you look at the resolution of the pressure...

Did you look at the resolution of the pressure gauge? A little bit of "stiction" and the tire will be blowing off the rim before the needle moves.
Trying to read 30-100 PSI on a 6000 PSI gauge is...
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