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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By Blender

I was able to find this resource ...

I was able to find this resource
https://www.lightbicycle.com/newsletter/Bike-Freehub-Cassette-Compatibility-Manual.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-23, 09:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 412
Posted By Blender

9 speed Cassette installation on 11 speed hub

I would like to use a 9 speed cassette on a Shimani WH RS170 11 speed hub.
I've seen where spacers may be required but cant track down details.
Does anyone know of a good resource for this...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-02-19, 06:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,999
Posted By Blender

The Repairs suggested worked out Great for the ...

The Repairs suggested worked out Great for the 78 Schwinn superior

I ended up Just drilling and tapping the bottle mount holes for 5MM because the holes for Rivnuts seemed top big and I didn't...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-19, 09:08 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,999
Posted By Blender

Thanks If I cant repair I do have a couple...

Thanks
If I cant repair I do have a couple good 72 26" and a 73 24" Super sport frames (Both need repaint) I can move parts over too, Just need a Bottom bracket adapter.

That's one of the...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-25-19, 09:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,999
Posted By Blender

Thanks for this Advice, I have never seen quill...

Thanks for this Advice,
I have never seen quill mount seat posts before and i've dug through many used part piles.
Hopefully I can locate one for this tube diameter. Great solution.
Also never...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-24-19, 01:48 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,999
Posted By Blender

Schwinn Superior repair to Seatube?

Looking for expert opinion on this bike I picked up last weekend.

This is almost nice 78 Schwinn Superior, Hand Brazed Frame
The seat post was cut down, probably damaged.
Do you think its...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-10, 05:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,070
Posted By Blender

You should be able to pick up an older 27" Road...

You should be able to pick up an older 27" Road Bike off of Craig list or at a weekend garage sale for a lot less than 100.00 Just for the wheels.
many of the GS deals were barely ridden
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-10, 05:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,536
Posted By Blender

I saw one of these last week, Cannondale road...

I saw one of these last week, Cannondale road Bike, almost bought it
It was highly polished Aluminum looked like it had a clear Coat paint on it
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-10, 05:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,832
Posted By Blender

Obviously you go faster with wireless due to the...

Obviously you go faster with wireless due to the weight savings :)

I go Wireless on the Mountain Bike, Sigma Sport BC 1200 - worked for years.I was always ripping off wires on the trails

I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-09, 08:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 18,011
Posted By Blender

Old Post of Mine. I have an 86 and this was the...

Old Post of Mine.
I have an 86 and this was the lit I had on it. The two pocs were scanned out of order but you can figure it out

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=215343
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-09, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,078
Posted By Blender

Thamks for the advice It is 501 steel Too much...

Thamks for the advice
It is 501 steel Too much work to repair.
I stripped it and scrapped it
Sorry not in Central PA. St Louis
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-09, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 9,085
Posted By Blender

I had a shop order in a set. They are a Schwinn...

I had a shop order in a set. They are a Schwinn specific Tire. It will run you around 30.00 a set. Lots more than you paid for the Bike.

I believe that a wheel Chair Tire is the same size. These...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-09, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,078
Posted By Blender

Trek find - Broke head tube

Found this yesterday in the trash.

I didn't notice the HT weld at first so I thought I would ask the forum if they think this bike is worth having repaired.


If not I'll strip a few...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-09, 12:09 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,535
Posted By Blender

I live next to a University and see it all the...

I live next to a University and see it all the time. Bikes locked up forever at the Library, Theatre, random light posts etc.
Usually when the weather breaks the bikes are freed.
At the End of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-09, 10:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,906
Posted By Blender

Found out it is made in Tiawan, small...

Found out it is made in Tiawan, small non-contrasting sticker at the bottom of the ST.
Dropouts are not stamped like most Ross Hi-tens made in USA bikes.
My thoughtwhen looking at it is they went...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-09, 12:30 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,615
Posted By Blender

Wow Nice Computer - Let me Guess, you wear really...

Wow Nice Computer - Let me Guess, you wear really short shorts and long white knee socks with blue and red stipes when you ride:D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-09, 12:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,099
Posted By Blender

I use it a lot at work to remove rust from rusted...

I use it a lot at work to remove rust from rusted Machine parts. The chemical plant rusts everything.
It leaves a Black Finish on some parts.
This Black layer can be wiped away.
I always soak the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-09, 11:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,906
Posted By Blender

Ross Countach Information -1990

I am looking for general information on the ROSS COUNTACH Model I may pick up for a Trainer commuter
Not much out there in the post's or the net so I thought i would ask here.

Does anyone know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-09, 10:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,064
Posted By Blender

I would melt and burn as much as possible with a...

I would melt and burn as much as possible with a small torch, while the lock is hot, heat the key up while holding it with a vise grip or pliers and insert it.

The Hot, lock, key and soft plastic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-08, 10:08 PM
Replies: 3,849
Views: 346,708
Posted By Blender

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/958189353.html ...

http://stlouis.craigslist.org/bik/958189353.html

2 John Deere Bikes, (price reduced) - $40 (Jackson Mo.)

--------------------------------------------------------------------------------...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-08, 03:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,782
Posted By Blender

Conti's & Varsitys are Great Bikes. pedaling...

Conti's & Varsitys are Great Bikes. pedaling these around will keep you fit.

You cant break em and in my opinion if its in working order that makes it worth the price of a Big Box bike right away...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-08, 04:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,846
Posted By Blender

Link to an older Post of Mine that shows the...

Link to an older Post of Mine that shows the Technium "Build" Brochure

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=215343


I have a 420, 1986. Same frame as the other Techs' although not many...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-07, 06:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,156
Posted By Blender

You need an adapter bushing tha reduces the...

You need an adapter bushing tha reduces the diameter . This is done frequently and I have seen the kits sold in bikeshops and the net.

http://www.bikemag.com/gear/020905_canecreek/index.html
...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-05-07, 03:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,996
Posted By Blender

The Raleigh Techniums were Epoxy Bonded and there...

The Raleigh Techniums were Epoxy Bonded and there was a lot of engineering of the lugs and the paint that went into this Technology as can be seen in this phamphlet posted a while ago. see thread...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-07, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 716
Posted By Blender

I was able to remove two of these last week by...

I was able to remove two of these last week by slipping a 7/8th socket, 1/2 inch drive (your set may vary in diameter) into the bore. It was the socket that slipped in the easiest with a little play....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-07, 06:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By Blender

AHHH duct tape as anti theft camo - genius

AHHH duct tape as anti theft camo - genius
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-07, 06:10 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,466
Posted By Blender

Where's Hoffa Buried?

Where's Hoffa Buried?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-07, 04:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,367
Posted By Blender

Nice seat. you sure about the fenders next?:o

Nice seat. you sure about the fenders next?:o
Forum: BMX
07-10-07, 12:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,709
Posted By Blender

Not a Stolen bike. It was a Garage sale that also...

Not a Stolen bike. It was a Garage sale that also had a nice GT Bike. The Dad & Mom were cleaning out the unused stuff. Said he bought it new at the LBS
Forum: BMX
07-08-07, 07:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,709
Posted By Blender

Thanks for the feed back. I'll hang on to it...

Thanks for the feed back.
I'll hang on to it for now seems like a decent bike.
Learned a lot from this forum just browsing.
The Bike is worth upgrading if and when he gets serious and starts...
Forum: BMX
07-07-07, 07:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,709
Posted By Blender

Here are a few pictures Thanks

Here are a few pictures

Thanks
Forum: BMX
07-06-07, 09:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,709
Posted By Blender

Anything on this bike?

Anything on this bike?
Forum: BMX
07-02-07, 05:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,709
Posted By Blender

HARO Function F4 question

I usually hang out in the Classic & Vintage and Mech forums but I picked up a HARO Function F4 at a Garage sale this weekend for 40 bucks.

Is this a fairly decent Bike/frame to hang on to?

Its...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-07, 08:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,927
Posted By Blender

Wow, This actually really supports the sentiment...

Wow, This actually really supports the sentiment for choosing a particular Mfg,
A quality mfg will hold much better tolerances and have a consistent product from one to another.
You know what you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-07, 05:29 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,927
Posted By Blender

This is a funny thread. I have been trying to...

This is a funny thread.
I have been trying to think of one tech question about a seatpost toask the MFG but cant.
I have never had any issues with seatposts, never even had to replace the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-07, 11:24 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,944
Posted By Blender

I think it was a great buy Ride it 150 miles...

I think it was a great buy
Ride it 150 miles instead of driving and you paid for it.
Go into a bike store and try and buy a rack for under 20.00.
Tires look ok, theres 20 buks easy
That little...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-07, 11:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 866
Posted By Blender

Thanks for the replys, It does have a wrights...

Thanks for the replys, It does have a wrights saddle and the DT decal has a crown so it must be english :)
At the very least I'll have a beater 3 speed and know a lot more about these old three...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-07, 10:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 866
Posted By Blender

English 3 speed ID, DT decal clue

I Picked this older three speed up today and it has no ID name decals or Badge.
The SA TCW 3 speed coaster is marked 62 and it resembles a Raleigh sport of that era. But so do a lot of English 3...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-07, 03:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,263
Posted By Blender

3422 miles :)

3422 miles :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-07, 05:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,623
Posted By Blender

Have you been on the Schwinn Forum. They...

Have you been on the Schwinn Forum. They specialize in these Stingrays. They have a classified section also.
http://www.schwinnbike.com/heritage/forumdisplay.php?forumid=5
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-07, 02:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,871
Posted By Blender

Those chains are best used going downhill, They...

Those chains are best used going downhill, They are problematic on the uphills
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-07, 12:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,345
Posted By Blender

Hey, Thats my bike. I also paid $5.00 at a Garage...

Hey, Thats my bike. I also paid $5.00 at a Garage sale last summer. Must be the going price
I wanted the Rack.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-07, 05:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,744
Posted By Blender

Thanks, Not looking to sell it just in search of...

Thanks, Not looking to sell it just in search of a Vintage frame that fits - to build up.
This may be a good canidate because there is not enough original stuff left on it to make me feel the guilt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-07, 09:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,744
Posted By Blender

Ernie Clements Falcon

I saw a 23 inch Falcon. Headbadge said Ernie Clements. I was wondering If this Frame is worth 100.00.
I dont know the year but it has older disconnected friction Campy DT shifters, no FD, Wheels are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-07, 10:03 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,964
Posted By Blender

[QUOTE=John E] We try to maintain the original...

[QUOTE=John E] We try to maintain the original look and feel, but bow to modern realities.QUOTE]

Agreed, I feel that if you are riding it it should look as nice as possible to represent the bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-07, 03:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 10,414
Posted By Blender

Here i the brochure I had scanned and posted on...

Here i the brochure I had scanned and posted on the Technium technology.
POST
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=215343

I scanned it bacwards but you get the Idea
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-07, 09:47 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,116
Posted By Blender

Found these AIR FREE tires. Has anyone had...

Found these AIR FREE tires. Has anyone had experience with these?

http://www.airfreetires.com/Bicycle/Legacy/27x138L.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-07, 07:14 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,116
Posted By Blender

I have seen the BELL brand at Sears and on the...

I have seen the BELL brand at Sears and on the label they have Three checkmarks for 27"Tires
1 - 1/8
1 - 1/4
1 - 3/8 ??? never saw thes

I have never seen the 1 - 3/8th and a seach on the web...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-07, 03:28 PM
Replies: 4,669
Views: 527,448
Posted By Blender

85- Schwinn Taveler

SCHWINN TRAVELER - Goodwill find for 25.00 I cant seem to pass up the centerpull brake ones for some reason.
I assume this was an 1985 -Headbadge stamp is 3454 so built in 84 for 1985.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-07, 05:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 479
Posted By Blender

Chain Chart?

I will double check the Cable. I will probably just replace it tonight.
The Chain is an older style six speed chain. I will be at the bike shop so I will also get a chain

I have searched for some...
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