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01-20-21, 03:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By MePoocho

Thank you all

Appreciate the help!
01-20-21, 06:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 766
Posted By MePoocho

Premium Subscription

How do you cancel a "Premium Subscription"? I do not want to be automatically billed for it any longer. I'll put up with the adds.

Thank you......
02-18-19, 07:16 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,855
Posted By MePoocho

Hey Paul Barnard, Thanks for the "had a...

Hey Paul Barnard,

Thanks for the "had a rough day". Yes, I did have a rough morning. When I posted my drama my hands were shaking from pushing the bike home. I think the journey made my fingers...
02-14-19, 07:49 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,855
Posted By MePoocho

Should-a, Would-a, Maybe, Carried A Tube

Flip Flop,

I have no idea. I just remember a 'crunch', couple of revolutions with a kinda 'clicking', then instant pancake flat. I run the same route every day and have had such good use out of...
02-13-19, 09:23 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 6,855
Posted By MePoocho

So,,, Out For My Morning Ride And........

Man am I bummed. Yesterday I put brand new set Cont Gator Skins on my bike. The old ones had 5,528 uneventful miles on them, but I could not see the 'wear dimples' and I just did not want to push...
09-18-18, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By MePoocho

Thanks For the Reply

I'll be on the look out for a contact. Thanks for the assistance.
09-18-18, 08:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By MePoocho

Got A Problem

I need to discuss my account with a moderator. Seems that there was some sort of a 'glitch' with PayPal and my Premium Membership renewal..... It would be nice to handle this with a PM.

Thank...
07-29-18, 07:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,576
Posted By MePoocho

El Gato 27, I've been using 3m Gaffer Tape...

El Gato 27,

I've been using 3m Gaffer Tape for years on spoked wheeled Honda dirt bikes and now on my road bicycle. Works very well as it is 'textured' similar to many of the bicycle rim bands. ...
07-27-18, 03:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,331
Posted By MePoocho

Thanks

Rje58,,, good advise. I am used to the seat and I've got it adjusted great. I'll probably just go with another one.

Ironfish 653,,,, I'll check out the one you recommended. Worth a look.......
07-27-18, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,331
Posted By MePoocho

Seat Gel Leak'n

Hey Folks,

My seat that now has 3,927 miles has developed a 'gel' leak. I know that it is a POS, but it got me through my first year of road biking. Now I'd like to replace it with a seat...
05-26-18, 08:36 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 11,964
Posted By MePoocho

A valid failure analysis theroy from the photo's...

A valid failure analysis theroy from the photo's and description by the OP. Sorry it happened.
05-21-18, 06:34 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,020
Posted By MePoocho

hillyman,,,, how do you keep your chaps out of...

hillyman,,,, how do you keep your chaps out of the chainring???? I really got a grin out of the mental picture of that move.
05-21-18, 06:14 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 9,020
Posted By MePoocho

Horses, motorcycles, cars, bed, all left side for...

Horses, motorcycles, cars, bed, all left side for me. Watch any old western movie you will never see a cowboy or cowgirl mounting a horse from it's right side. BUT,,, whatever side works the best...
05-21-18, 06:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,424
Posted By MePoocho

I ride road and really like Gator Skins. Set I...

I ride road and really like Gator Skins. Set I have now has 3,100 miles. I've had only one puncture. It was caused by a small shard of metal. I'm not very concerned with weight just durability. ...
05-20-18, 06:21 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,375
Posted By MePoocho

[QUOTE=cyccommute;20348604 [list] I avoid...

[QUOTE=cyccommute;20348604

[list]
I avoid it by not having to clean chains. Cleaning chains "weekly" is far more painful than putting the chain back on.


Chains are cheap (or you should be...
05-18-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,375
Posted By MePoocho

Threading da'Chain

After a year of weekly (not weakly) chain cleaning and re-lube off the bike I have finally become somewhat comfortable with the 'threading it back onto the chain ring and cassette'. Questions for...
05-17-18, 06:19 AM
Replies: 566
Views: 95,827
Posted By MePoocho

Photo Management

IBThomas,

Very nice update to the layout. Much easier to navigate. But I have a problem with the photo's in 'My Album'. As a learning test I uploaded two photo's. Went to 'My Album' and they...
05-16-18, 07:00 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,326
Posted By MePoocho

You Ask A Simple Question...

So, you ask a simple question….. What do you get? Pages of loquacious, longwinded rhetoric that borders the N, E, S, and W of the original question. Whew,,, I did not think I’d get complete...
05-11-18, 06:06 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,497
Posted By MePoocho

"What taught you the most about bicycle...

"What taught you the most about bicycle mechanics?"

NECESSITY,,,,, Not trying to minimize OP's question or all the good input, but having to accomplish something is a driving force for learning. ...
05-09-18, 06:10 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,326
Posted By MePoocho

surak, I've been using 'INTEY' flats with the hex...

surak, I've been using 'INTEY' flats with the hex pins on the leading and trailing edges. My issue is the same as you state. I never seem to place my feet on the pedals the same way twice. And...
05-07-18, 03:14 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,326
Posted By MePoocho

I'm All In....!

Thanks for all the input..... gonna make the change.
05-07-18, 02:10 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 11,326
Posted By MePoocho

Clipless Pedals

I did a 'search' for info on clipless pedals in 'Posts & Threads'. I was hoping to find a bunch of 'Pros and Cons', but I didn't find much. So,,, being tired of the daily hunt for the sweet spot on...
05-04-18, 05:56 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,801
Posted By MePoocho

Da'Reamer

A while back I laced up a couple of DT Swiss rims. They were shipped my mistake with the Presta holes. I used the same reamer as JohnDThompson used. Took my time, slowly reamed inside and outside....
04-06-18, 03:07 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 18,627
Posted By MePoocho

++1,,, How hard is that?? Baggy shorts rolled...

++1,,, How hard is that?? Baggy shorts rolled up.... Great. That's what I do and I'm most-def not physically challenged. My 'manliness' just does not need advertisement. Shoot most people know...
03-09-18, 03:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,469
Posted By MePoocho

EduF, Recently I built up two wheels using...

EduF,

Recently I built up two wheels using DT Swiss rims, Shimano hubs, and Sapim double butted spokes with brass nipples. I ordered all the spokes from the link below. Nice prices and are happy...
03-04-18, 07:16 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,024
Posted By MePoocho

+1. I use these, but let the chain dry before...

+1. I use these, but let the chain dry before applying any lub's.
02-23-18, 08:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 989
Posted By MePoocho

Mine is - being in it, admiring my freshly...

Mine is - being in it, admiring my freshly serviced clean bike, and a cold brew in my hand, daydreaming that my bike and I look like one of those slim young Italian dudes going down hill in fancy...
02-23-18, 08:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,477
Posted By MePoocho

trail_monkey, That is a question I have...

trail_monkey,

That is a question I have always wanted to ask, but just was not ready. I think I read somewhere that was quite common back in the day.... (?)

This will be interesting reading if...
02-23-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,186
Posted By MePoocho

Gotta put this on the wall next to my drill press...

Gotta put this on the wall next to my drill press for 'quick reference'. I've been dig'n everywhere for a guide like this. You are out of luck OP.
02-23-18, 07:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,753
Posted By MePoocho

I tell Ya,,,, if he is serious I think that he...

I tell Ya,,,, if he is serious I think that he is coming a little late to the wheel party....
02-14-18, 07:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,331
Posted By MePoocho

Thanks all for the recommendations. I'll check...

Thanks all for the recommendations. I'll check them out. I'll also measure my frame head tube and fork tube to 'eyes-on' verify the 34.5 the mfg gave me.

Nothing on bicycles is simple. It was...
02-13-18, 04:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,331
Posted By MePoocho

deadhead & bikeman715, My 'Stack Height' as...

deadhead & bikeman715,

My 'Stack Height' as stated from the bike mfg is 34.5. I e-mailed Orgin8 and asked them for the spec's. Good suggestions from both of you.

Thanks large amounts ......
02-13-18, 03:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,331
Posted By MePoocho

I'm Ready To Change Headset

Hey All Learned Gurus,

My crud headset has bit the dust. The upper cone, race, and bearings are good. The lower crown race and bearings are always dirty, pitted, and brinelled. A while back I...
02-07-18, 03:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,405
Posted By MePoocho

Darth_Firebolt, Good observation,,, Being...

Darth_Firebolt,

Good observation,,, Being fairly new to this great forum I've been amazed at many OP that replies are way off point. Appears just the first few lines in the post were read and...
02-07-18, 07:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 924
Posted By MePoocho

Dan, Like you I also have the resources and...

Dan,

Like you I also have the resources and ability to remove then measure. That is what I'll do this weekend. Thanks for the input.
02-06-18, 04:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 924
Posted By MePoocho

Hey All,,, thanks for all the good input and...

Hey All,,, thanks for all the good input and advise. I was just hoping that someone had already replaced a headset on a Denali.

Update,,, this weekend I'll disassemble and measure. I have a good...
02-04-18, 05:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 924
Posted By MePoocho

Headset ID

Hey Ya'll,

Does anyone know the ID of the aluminum frame Denali headset tube? I'm trying to not have a week long disassembly, measure to order a new headset, then receive it. (Hint- the OD of...
01-24-18, 04:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,565
Posted By MePoocho

+1.. I remember those rims back in that...

+1..

I remember those rims back in that era... I was really happy to have 'skinny' tires, lots of chrome, chrome molly frame and 'friction' shifters. Weight just was not a factor. Then it was...
01-23-18, 04:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 894
Posted By MePoocho

Early on in my bikes life I had the same...

Early on in my bikes life I had the same phenomenon. I found a YouTube that suggested removing the seat tube, clean it with a solvent, and lightly grease it. Reinstall and tighten correctly.

My...
01-21-18, 09:36 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,095
Posted By MePoocho

Metieval, Exactly my reasoning. After...

Metieval,

Exactly my reasoning. After rotating the front tire is the old rear tire. Now when this front tire's wear indicators are history, but no cords showing I'll replace both like you do.
...
01-21-18, 08:31 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,095
Posted By MePoocho

Rotating Tires

Hey All,

My Connie-GatorSkins just turned 2,008 miles. The rear is worn more than the front and is flatter at it's center. The front is wearing better. Both front and rear wear dimples are...
01-20-18, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,900
Posted By MePoocho

TrackSmart, I'd borrow a front wheel from a...

TrackSmart,

I'd borrow a front wheel from a friend and do a test ride. If the 'click'n' stops then I'd explode the old wheel and inspect all spoke elbows, rim holes, inside rim for cracks, hub...
01-19-18, 03:59 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,413
Posted By MePoocho

Back in the day... We just screwed wood blocks on...

Back in the day... We just screwed wood blocks on the pedals and suffered through any quick stops ...... maybe that is why to this day I speak in a high voice.

( I was just being goofy in the...
01-17-18, 08:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,783
Posted By MePoocho

Follow-up to Post

Thank you all for the input! Using Shimano's chart for the crankset it recommended their UN-26 or UN-55 BB with an axle length of 110mm.

I ordered and received it. Then compared it to my...
01-15-18, 08:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,378
Posted By MePoocho

tsappenfield, I have just changed from a...

tsappenfield,

I have just changed from a triple to a Shimano compact double 50~34T. YES, I had to change the BB. Reason was that my chain line was way to far outboard. Measurement from center...
01-11-18, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,783
Posted By MePoocho

davidad, +1 Sometimes I find myself...

davidad,

+1

Sometimes I find myself 'wrapped-around-the-axle' or in this case 'spindle'.... Gee's, all I had to do was go to the Shimano site, type in my Shimano Compact crankset and Voila...
01-11-18, 09:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,783
Posted By MePoocho

BB Spindle Lengths

I have recently replaced my caged bearing BB with a Shimano UN-55 square taper. I also replaced my three ring crankset with a compact 34T-50T two ring. In the rear I run a Shimano 13T-26T seven...
01-07-18, 10:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 21,447
Posted By MePoocho

I took it as a 'Grin'. You are spot on about...

I took it as a 'Grin'. You are spot on about having a thick skin, but you need to also understand that I have a very thin wallet.

The POS Denali got me into the 'Game'. I've grown to like the...
01-07-18, 08:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 21,447
Posted By MePoocho

Good Gosh... Shelby... you sure know how to make...

Good Gosh... Shelby... you sure know how to make a guy feel good.
01-07-18, 07:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,028
Posted By MePoocho

To Heat or Not to Heat

I have an aluminum framed bike and also bent my hanger. I made a tool like on the video below to use it as a 'straightener' and an alignment checker. Worked for me....

Please don't put a torch...
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