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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

The wheel is the second wheel I've had with this...

The wheel is the second wheel I've had with this bike. I was hit by a car and had to buy a new wheel from the manufacturer. Both the old and the new wheel were off center. So probably not the wheel....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

Yes, I followed the rear wheel removal guide...

Yes, I followed the rear wheel removal guide studiously, to make sure I got all the pieces back in place correctly. Am certain I'm not missing a spacer.
But, yes, the wheel was off-center before I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 08:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

Given that it wasn't doing it before I changed...

Given that it wasn't doing it before I changed the tube, and only started afterwards; then, by a process of elimination it means the tire isn't mounted correctly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

I'm not doubting that this is what may have...

I'm not doubting that this is what may have happened. I'm only questioning why, if the tire slid off the rim, allowing the tire to balloon out and pop, that I didn't see it do it, since I was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

I just updated the post with a video, which...

I just updated the post with a video, which allowed me to look at the situation more closely. Initially, I thought the wheel was not straight in the frame. But it seems it is straight (though it is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 11:02 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

I'm happy to try reinstalling the wheel. But not...

I'm happy to try reinstalling the wheel. But not sure what I would do differently.
I just added some pictures to the post that show the dropouts and the torque washers. Let me know if you see...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 10:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

Yes, it's an ebike (2018 RadCity). And, yes, the...

Yes, it's an ebike (2018 RadCity). And, yes, the torque washers are in place.Actually, I just remembered something.

I noticed when I was reinstalling the wheel that one of the torque washers was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 09:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 535
Posted By enargins

Wheel Not Turning Evenly

Just reinstalled my rear wheel, and noticed that it's not turning evenly. At one point, it's touching the frame. At almost the opposite point it's a few mm away from the frame (but still not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 05:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

Very possible it was operator error and not a...

Very possible it was operator error and not a faulty tube. Still, as noted, I did check the bead and was watching the tire the entire time (though only one side) and didn't see anything.
Even though...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 05:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

Kai Winters noted above that he experienced...

Kai Winters noted above that he experienced bursting at the valve due to faulty tubes. Just FYI.

Thanks for the info about hookless rims.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 05:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

I understand what you're saying here. Still, the...

I understand what you're saying here. Still, the tear was along the seam, on both sides of the valve, at the very outside of the tube.
If the tire had come off the rim, causing the tube to expand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 05:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

Thanks. That's good to know! This tube was...

Thanks. That's good to know!

This tube was also a couple of years old, and had been sitting in my closet the whole time. I wonder if that had anything to do with it? Shouldn't have, but who knows....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-22, 11:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

Well, the force of the pop had pushed the tire...

Well, the force of the pop had pushed the tire off the rim. But, yes, what was left of the tube was still inside.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-22, 08:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 696
Posted By enargins

Tube exploded while filling!

So, I put a brand new tube into my tire. Filled it up to about 20 psi. Checked the rim all around. Bead was securely in the rim on both sides. White stripe around tire was even to the rim all around....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 07:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 381
Posted By enargins

do i need new brake pads?

I have a hard time telling when a brake pad needs to be replaced. Can someone take a look at this picture and tell me if you think the pad needs to be replaced? Thanks!
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

Well, yes, RPBs have spoke issues out of the box...

Well, yes, RPBs have spoke issues out of the box oftentimes. I tightened all mine at the start. Unfortunately, stupidly, I haven't kept up with checking on the spokes. So now, 2 years and 2,000 miles...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 06:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

OK, I just took the tire and tube off, but the...

OK, I just took the tire and tube off, but the results were the same. I pushed down on the nipple with one hand, while holding the spoke straight and tightening the nipple with the other hand. Turned...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

Thanks. I ordered a new spoke and nipple from...

Thanks. I ordered a new spoke and nipple from Rad. But it'll take a few weeks to get here.

And, yeah, Rads come with poor spoke tension. I tightened all mine when I got the bike a few years back....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 06:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

Would if I could. But no local shops work with 12...

Would if I could. But no local shops work with 12 gauge spokes. I did order one from Rad Power Bikes, but it'll take a few weeks to get here.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 06:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

A motorcyle shop would have a 12 gauge nipple?...

A motorcyle shop would have a 12 gauge nipple? Never thought of that! I thought they'd all be like 10 gauge or thicker for motorcycles.

And, yes, tried bike shops, but none of them had any. Did...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

Just counted them. It's a 26" wheel, and it has...

Just counted them. It's a 26" wheel, and it has 36 spokes. The spokes are 12 gauge. So probably should be fine for a little bit, especially given that I don't do any rough riding (mostly streets and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

Yes, that's how the bike came. But I tightened...

Yes, that's how the bike came. But I tightened them all up. Unfortunately, I haven't kept up with it over time, and that one must've come loose again.

Turns out it's a 12 gauge spoke, so pretty...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-20, 05:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

OK, I'll give that a try. Thanks!

OK, I'll give that a try. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-20, 02:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,371
Posted By enargins

OK to ride with missing spoke?

I have a 2018 Rad Power Bikes RadCity and I just noticed one of my rear spokes is out of the nipple. I put it back in and tried tightening it, but didn't work. Threads in the nipple must be stripped....
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-07-19, 12:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By enargins

Good point!

Good point!
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-30-18, 06:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By enargins

Thanks! That's about what I was thinking.

Thanks! That's about what I was thinking.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-28-18, 02:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,570
Posted By enargins

Looking for some advice regarding selling an e-bike

So, a while back I bought an Ancheer bike on the Internet for $615 (https://www.amazon.com/ANCHEER-Electric-Mountain-Removable-Lithium-Ion/dp/B01AU7KWXC/ref=sr_1_3). Being heavy (325 lbs); and...
Forum: Commuting
09-21-18, 10:03 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Thank you, yes, I know all that. As I said, I've...

Thank you, yes, I know all that. As I said, I've been using Dropbox for years.
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 09:31 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

I've used Dropbox for years, primarily to...

I've used Dropbox for years, primarily to transfer files to and from clients. But I only have 20GB -- not enough for backing up significantly without paying for more.
However, yesterday I...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 09:25 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

That's good to know. Thanks for the tips.

That's good to know. Thanks for the tips.
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 09:23 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

All of this is VERY interesting! I'm glad you get...

All of this is VERY interesting! I'm glad you get a 10% discount at places, and that the hospital where you work has a decent kiosk and cafeteria and that Starbucks is too much $$ for what it is to...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 02:06 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

My hat goes off to you! Seriously. I'm impressed...

My hat goes off to you! Seriously. I'm impressed with your setup. For me, I'm content with my one machine with backup in place.
And, as for Internet speed, you Europeans are fortunate. Here in the...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 01:13 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Apart from what I already wrote to that person...

Apart from what I already wrote to that person (that I don't have a work computer because I work at home), I used to use two computers: a desktop for my home office, and a laptop for when I went out....
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 01:10 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

It's funny how you ask for tips regarding...

It's funny how you ask for tips regarding accessories, and instead you get life advice! LOL
1) I don't go to an office. I have a home-based business.
2) I go to Starbucks for the atmosphere, not...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 01:01 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

That looks great! Thanks for sharing.

That looks great! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Commuting
09-18-18, 12:59 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Thanks! I didn't know that!! I'm going to go out...

Thanks! I didn't know that!! I'm going to go out right now and get an SSD drive, because I never considered that before! Thanks, bro!
Forum: Commuting
09-16-18, 07:21 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Thanks for the tip. I'll look into it! And, no,...

Thanks for the tip. I'll look into it! And, no, HDD, not SSD. (Please don't reply and say, "You should get an SSD. They're faster and more durable." :-) )
Forum: Commuting
09-16-18, 07:05 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Seriously?? What are you basing that statement...

Seriously?? What are you basing that statement on? Just go to the Dell website and see that ALL of their laptops "in current production" come with an HDD, not SSD. SSD replacement is an extra charge....
Forum: Commuting
09-15-18, 11:53 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Interesting!

Interesting!
Forum: Commuting
09-15-18, 08:14 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

You're a total basket case!! ;-)

You're a total basket case!! ;-)
Forum: Commuting
09-15-18, 07:47 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

That's a great idea. I'm adverse, though, to...

That's a great idea. I'm adverse, though, to having a side basket. I think I'd rather use panniers, which I can remove when not in use. Thanks for the idea, though!
Forum: Commuting
09-15-18, 07:41 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

That's a neat idea!! That way the backpack stays...

That's a neat idea!! That way the backpack stays vertical. Cool!
the problem I'd have with that is that I have a hard time getting my leg over the seat as it is. With the backpack like that, I...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-18, 07:38 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Why don't you just get bigger or small bungie...

Why don't you just get bigger or small bungie cords, so it's tight, or else wrap the bungie cords around a second time? You can put the bungies on an angle and hook them to one of the horizontal bars...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 11:42 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Yeah, I've got a bit 15-incher. Thanks anyway!

Yeah, I've got a bit 15-incher. Thanks anyway!
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 05:31 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Thanks for the info! That's helpful.

Thanks for the info! That's helpful.
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 04:34 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

The folding basket sounds like a great idea! My...

The folding basket sounds like a great idea! My laptop backpack has a thick bottom, and the laptop itself is suspended in a special compartment, so it never actually touches the bottom. Main thing is...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 03:46 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 02:03 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Could you give more information on how you got...

Could you give more information on how you got the backpack to secure to your rack? I'm not following. If you have a link, that would be great! I think that's the way to go -- either get a backpack...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 02:00 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Putting it vertically is a good idea. I actually...

Putting it vertically is a good idea. I actually have a set of bags that I bought for going to the grocery store. Or I could buy something like in the picture. The laptop backpack I have actually has...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-18, 01:30 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,461
Posted By enargins

Looking for tips for transporting laptop

I am looking to transport my laptop on my bike to ride to Starbucks or wherever and work. I'm concerned about the effects bumps in the ride might have on the laptop. The laptop will be in a laptop...
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