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05-10-23, 09:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,270
Posted By *Scuba

Have you tried asking in the the FRAEMBUILDER...

Have you tried asking in the the FRAEMBUILDER subforum?

Looking at the weld lines, I would judge this bike to be something pretty generic. Would not repair personally, if the frame was of...
05-09-23, 11:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 260
Posted By *Scuba

In the many years of volunteering at my...

In the many years of volunteering at my non-profit community bike shop and now working there for the last five. I have only ever used the fixed pin spanner tool's other end to use on a fixed BB cup....
05-03-23, 10:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 270
Posted By *Scuba

Do you have the cage bearings in the correct...

Do you have the cage bearings in the correct orientation?
04-26-23, 01:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 293
Posted By *Scuba

I have had success so far every time when lock on...

I have had success so far every time when lock on grips bolts get rounded out or very corroded. Spray some 99% rubbing alcohol under the grip and just work the grip back and forth. Should slide off...
03-02-23, 12:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 497
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Keefusb, Shimano IGH hubs come with that...

Hi Keefusb,

Shimano IGH hubs come with that style of grease that looks like white lithium grease. That is normal. Even the new Shimano replacement grease looks like that.

Cheers,
Scuba
08-29-22, 12:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,479
Posted By *Scuba

I will use blue medium strength thread locker on...

I will use blue medium strength thread locker on canti or v-brake mounting bolts. The canti brake studs get a very thin film of grease to prevent corrosion. Also use the same medium strength thread...
08-24-22, 03:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,252
Posted By *Scuba

Dang it, if this was only a little bit smaller.

Dang it, if this was only a little bit smaller.
08-22-22, 09:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 633
Posted By *Scuba

I will have to double check the Shimano tech...

I will have to double check the Shimano tech documents, but even if it is not a direct drive in the 4th gear. It is the closest for a 1:1 gear ratio.
08-22-22, 05:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 261
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Catnap, It is a beautiful bike, but it is...

Hi Catnap,

It is a beautiful bike, but it is not quite what I am looking for. I would have preferred an original condition 70's Raleigh International without brazed DT shifter bosses and fully...
08-22-22, 01:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 633
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Dave, Shimano IGH, 7 and 8 speed hubs,...

Hi Dave,

Shimano IGH, 7 and 8 speed hubs, the cable tension is set on the 4th gear. There should be two yellow dots or yellow lines in a window on the cassette driver. When you are in the 4th...
08-22-22, 12:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Andrew, What you are describe is a wheel...

Hi Andrew,

What you are describe is a wheel building technique known as setting the spokes. Quite a few different ways to go about doing that. Personally I am still experimenting myself.
08-21-22, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By *Scuba

Hi MrCharlie, As long as the wavy spokes are...

Hi MrCharlie,

As long as the wavy spokes are not actually kinked, once you tension them, they will straighten out and you won't even know.

Having a slight bow to a stainless steel spoke has...
08-21-22, 12:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 261
Posted By *Scuba

WTB Raleigh international 21.5" frame/bike

Hi,

If anyone has a very good condition 1970's Raleigh international, 21.5" frameset or complete bike that they are willing to part with, please let me know.

My budget is fairly flexible, just...
05-25-22, 12:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 530
Posted By *Scuba

The new Shimano 12 speed road cassette and...

The new Shimano 12 speed road cassette and freehub body is HG+ L2 (hyperglide plus). The MTB freehub is microspline. The two are not compatible. New 12 speed Shimano road cassette can be installed on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-22, 03:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 259
Posted By *Scuba

The last few wheels I have built for myself, I...

The last few wheels I have built for myself, I have used the Sun Ringle Assault SL1 700c rims. They are 32h, double wall, single eyelet. I think the posted weight is 408g. Been very happy with...
03-29-22, 05:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 523
Posted By *Scuba

Hey if any of you need angle cut brake pads, the...

Hey if any of you need angle cut brake pads, the bike shop I work at carries them. We are a small non-profit community shop, no web store or anything. But, if you need PM me and I will send some to...
02-24-22, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 757
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Tom, I only have very limited experience...

Hi Tom,

I only have very limited experience building with carbon rims, but have seen/serviced the long term use of all kinds of wheels.

1) Deep section rim, having drain hole, not a bad idea,...
02-03-22, 02:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,383
Posted By *Scuba

What rear derailleur are you using? You did not...

What rear derailleur are you using? You did not provide that information which is very important.
01-10-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,865
Posted By *Scuba

My main commuter is a left hand drive fixed gear...

My main commuter is a left hand drive fixed gear single speed.

I use SPD pedals, which have poles. So, to make the crankset work, I installed helicoils in the cranks so that I can have my pedals...
08-16-21, 12:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 473
Posted By *Scuba

I will take a look in the shop's used parts bin...

I will take a look in the shop's used parts bin for you tomorrow.
08-09-21, 06:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,750
Posted By *Scuba

Prodigy4299, you probably went to Rainbow powder...

Prodigy4299, you probably went to Rainbow powder coating. They were in the industrial are of Coquitlam. However they have closed permanently now.

I do have a co-worker that is an artist who...
07-12-21, 08:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,020
Posted By *Scuba

Not the cheapest option, but I like the Knipex 86...

Not the cheapest option, but I like the Knipex 86 03 180 pliers wrench. Very high quality tool.
06-02-21, 08:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 864
Posted By *Scuba

One solution would be to get a set of Shimano...

One solution would be to get a set of Shimano Hollowtech 2 crankset that has a longer spindle. For example, their MTB doubles or a road triple. The MTB Shimano Hollowtech 2 crankset are designed to...
05-26-21, 12:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 816
Posted By *Scuba

Like JohnDThompson already mentioned, if you do...

Like JohnDThompson already mentioned, if you do this, the respaced axle will be weaker and prone to bending or breaking.

Also, if this wheel is going back into the original frame, there might be...
05-11-21, 02:18 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 748
Posted By *Scuba

Instead of the Hozan lockring tool, I like to use...

Instead of the Hozan lockring tool, I like to use the Hozan lockring pliers for that type of headset.

https://www.hozan.co.jp/cycle_e/catalog/BB/C-203.html
05-04-21, 01:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 470
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Jeff, I am guessing that you are talking...

Hi Jeff,

I am guessing that you are talking about cassette lock rings? For Shimano, there are not specific cassette lock rings for different types or styles of hubs.

One important thing is...
05-03-21, 12:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 479
Posted By *Scuba

Hi SkinGriz, I don't see the thread about...

Hi SkinGriz,

I don't see the thread about converting to single speed in the general forum.

There are many types of single speed tensioners, some are much better designed and made than others. ...
04-16-21, 05:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,705
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Al, I will email you what I wrote in the...

Hi Al,

I will email you what I wrote in the private message.

Cheers,
Cavan
04-15-21, 05:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,580
Posted By *Scuba

No problem and your English is perfectly fine. ...

No problem and your English is perfectly fine. Glad that you got it taken care of.
04-14-21, 11:39 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 369
Posted By *Scuba

Don't need this anymore, came across one at the...

Don't need this anymore, came across one at the community bike shop that I work at as a donation. Lots of surface and cosmetic corrosion, but it should work.
04-14-21, 11:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,580
Posted By *Scuba

I would still like to know where you are located...

I would still like to know where you are located and why your local shop cannot help you.

Before you do anything to the cranks and bottom bracket, there are a lot of reasons why there can be noise...
04-14-21, 01:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,580
Posted By *Scuba

Hi Octavianandrei, Can I ask why you want to...

Hi Octavianandrei,

Can I ask why you want to remove your crank and bottom bracket to clean it? Also, where are you located that your local store cannot help you? This should be very straight...
04-14-21, 01:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,605
Posted By *Scuba

Currently, Shimano only has 6 different cog sizes...

Currently, Shimano only has 6 different cog sizes for the Di2, IGH systems. 18t, 19t, 20t, 21t, 22t and 23t. Shimano also has very specific ratios that they want riders to stick to.

I have not...
04-12-21, 08:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,705
Posted By *Scuba

Hi rvtravller, I am a mechanic at a shop, I...

Hi rvtravller,

I am a mechanic at a shop, I have experience with Shimano IGH systems. What do you need? The only thing that is lacking at the shop that I work at is that we don't have a Shimano...
04-09-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By *Scuba

In the picture of the bottom headset cup, on the...

In the picture of the bottom headset cup, on the bearing cup race, you can start to see discoloration that will match up to the bearings in the caged bearing. A shiny part, darker part and etc.,,
04-08-21, 01:36 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,807
Posted By *Scuba

Riding no hands is definitely not a reliable way...

Riding no hands is definitely not a reliable way to tell if a frame is bent or not. I would not recommend this method. If you don't have access to a frame alignment gauge, I would highly recommend...
04-08-21, 12:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 369
Posted By *Scuba

WTB/ISO Sturmey Archer GH6 dynohub

Would like to buy or trade for a vintage Sturmey Archer GH6 dynohub in good condition.

If you want to trade instead of selling it to me, let me know what you are interested in/or want and I will...
04-08-21, 12:32 AM
Replies: 85
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Posted By *Scuba

Hi SkinGriz, I think one of the reason IGH...

Hi SkinGriz,

I think one of the reason IGH aren't more popular is their added cost.

When they have been maintained and looked after, they work great. But low maintenance does not equal NO...
04-08-21, 12:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 966
Posted By *Scuba

Don't know the exact make and model of this...

Don't know the exact make and model of this headset.

It is not in the best shape, from the pictures, it looks like there is just the beginning of some brindle/indexing starting to happen on the...
04-05-21, 05:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,863
Posted By *Scuba

From your picture, the tire liner is too long and...

From your picture, the tire liner is too long and actually pinching your tube, which is causing the flats. This is one of the reason that I don't like them, plus I find tires with liners don't roll...
04-05-21, 05:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 681
Posted By *Scuba

Those are headset cups, there is a specific tool...

Those are headset cups, there is a specific tool used to hammer them out so that pressure is applied evenly all the way around.

If you don't have access to such a tool or don't want to make your...
04-04-21, 12:07 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,614
Posted By *Scuba

I do not have experience with the specific brake...

I do not have experience with the specific brake caliper, but I have ran into similar issues.

My solution is to get a spare L shape allen key, cut down the shorter end and grind/file the end to...
04-03-21, 11:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 898
Posted By *Scuba

Hi NoWhanmmies, There are two very popular...

Hi NoWhanmmies,

There are two very popular routes for doing training without massive hills or multiple stoplights.

The first one is the highway on the south side of the UBC campus and the...
10-21-19, 11:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,792
Posted By *Scuba

Have you tried the following? When the front...

Have you tried the following? When the front mech does not shift properly, I work down the list to see what is the cause.

1) Push on the front derailleur itself, the easiest point is the pivot...
10-19-19, 09:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,028
Posted By *Scuba

I find Dawn dish soap diluted with water in a...

I find Dawn dish soap diluted with water in a spray bottle and a soft terrycloth towel works best. Try to avoid rubbing alcohol or other solvent type cleaners, I find that they tend to dry out the...
10-19-19, 08:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,222
Posted By *Scuba

A properly set up rear derailleur, should never...

A properly set up rear derailleur, should never be able to contact the spokes. I would check to see if the RD hanger on the bike is bent. If the hanger is straight, then most likely the replacement...
08-30-19, 11:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,415
Posted By *Scuba

The little orange tab is for inserting between...

The little orange tab is for inserting between the disc brake pads in your brake calipers. In case you remove your wheel, they essentially take the place of the disc rotor whilst the wheel is out of...
08-30-19, 11:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,366
Posted By *Scuba

1)When building wheels, I have always rounded up...

1)When building wheels, I have always rounded up and that was the way that I was taught. The only times that I have rounded down was when the calculations gave me numbers that were 0.2 mm off and I...
08-30-19, 03:23 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 13,230
Posted By *Scuba

The altitude is no joke, I flew into Aspen one...

The altitude is no joke, I flew into Aspen one year for the food and wine festival from sea level, so no time to adjust. Just jogging 50 feet to catch a hotel shuttle made me feel like I just ran an...
08-27-19, 12:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,419
Posted By *Scuba

How many speeds is your Sram Eagle cassette? ...

How many speeds is your Sram Eagle cassette? Sounds like it might not be tightened down tight enough, or that you are missing a spacer on the freehub body.
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