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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-23, 11:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 568
Posted By nickc3

I do understand the stopper plate function and...

I do understand the stopper plate function and reinstalled it correctly. It is not damaged . That said, surprised to hear that you think that is issue ... Correct me if I'm wrong but purpose of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-23, 10:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 568
Posted By nickc3

Yes. Thanks ​​​​​​I think I may actually...

Yes. Thanks

​​​​​​I think I may actually just reassemble the whole thing again

Maybe I'll do the mallet things first

If it fails just start all over

And if that fails....LBS!!! SIGH
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 04:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 568
Posted By nickc3

So, went for a 20 mile ride.....shifting...

So, went for a 20 mile ride.....shifting perfectly for 19 of those miles. Then at end, it started not shifting into the large ring again!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! What could be happening? Could the crank...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 05:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 568
Posted By nickc3

I micro adjusted top limit 2 steps and that seems...

I micro adjusted top limit 2 steps and that seems ok in stand. I'll check on road

But should I be concerned but how to make an adjustment after maintenance? Is it possible my reinstallation wasn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 06:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 568
Posted By nickc3

Hi, the BB is threaded (Shimano Dura Ace) ...

Hi, the BB is threaded (Shimano Dura Ace)

Its a Dura-Ace standard crank

The difference in shifting is that it doesn't shift into the big ring. The derailler moves, but I assume not far...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 04:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 568
Posted By nickc3

Re-installed Bottom Bracket, now Front Derailleur (DI2) not shifting properly

So, this is second time I've done BB maintenance....First time went smooth.
This time, just did a cleanup of grit and re-greasing. Re-installed - everything shifted OK in stand. Went out, and it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-22, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,771
Posted By nickc3

Do FD DI2s die? Is it a safe bet to just go...

Do FD DI2s die? Is it a safe bet to just go ahead and spend th $200+ to get a preowned one and swap it out.?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-22, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,771
Posted By nickc3

I connected it to eTube software, and it says...

I connected it to eTube software, and it says there iis an error on FD. Rear was fine. Updated the Firmware....no change. When I do an Error Fix, says it can't due to the connectin I have. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-22, 01:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,771
Posted By nickc3

And if this is the case, how do you fix?

And if this is the case, how do you fix?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-22, 06:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,771
Posted By nickc3

No one has touched it...so must be something else.

No one has touched it...so must be something else.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-22, 02:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,771
Posted By nickc3

DI2 Not shifting (although trying) to shift into Small Front Ring

So, some background - for the past month+, I noticed the FD DI2 was making an odd noise when shifting. It shifted fine from Big to Small and vice versa, but it sounded "weak". Battery fully charged. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By nickc3

Not dust, damage. that said, I took to LBS. ...

Not dust, damage.

that said, I took to LBS. they took care of it for $20. probably took them 30 seconds - but they did it while i waited and my wheel is back in service. worth it. i didn't see...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-21, 06:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By nickc3

\ So, I just checked - a 1" deep socket fits...

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So, I just checked - a 1" deep socket fits perfectly!!!! Would work for both sides. Here's the question - the fact that its a metal socket, and I'll have to use a mallet to get it in, would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-21, 06:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By nickc3

have you done that? think it may damage? the...

have you done that? think it may damage?

the idea of the tool is that it fits around the beearing, but diameter small enough that it doenslt tuch the cognition part.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-21, 05:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By nickc3

I was thinking the same thing - I was thinking of...

I was thinking the same thing - I was thinking of like a PVC / plumbing piece that was of similiar diamter.

i may try LBS first and see - but I bet they won't have the actual exact zipp/sram tool...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-21, 09:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,817
Posted By nickc3

I had same issue - it was the chainrings. which...

I had same issue - it was the chainrings. which ended up being fairly easily to replace.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-21, 07:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 948
Posted By nickc3

Zipp NSW Servicing - Where can I get or are there similar Bearing Press Tools

So, my axle snapped! on my Zipp 404 NSW. I bought a replacement axel, already removed the old one. Now, I'm ready to install the new one, and of course, I need two Zipp tools - see pictures below,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-20, 02:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 641
Posted By nickc3

its an 11-28

its an 11-28
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-20, 12:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 641
Posted By nickc3

It's an 11 speed cassette on an 11 speed shimano...

It's an 11 speed cassette on an 11 speed shimano free hub
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 641
Posted By nickc3

Zipp 202 Firecrest - 2 Questions - Spacers needed? Adjustments Needed?

So, I just got used Zipp 202 Firecrests. The individual handed me two [what I believe] are spacers that he said bike shop removed - when I asked, he said he had an 11 speed. I'm not aware of spacers...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-19, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,158
Posted By nickc3

Ahhh....I just googled and now understand what a...

Ahhh....I just googled and now understand what a laywer tab is

However, now that I understand what they do what they are, and looked at images confirming - the tab needs to face OUTWARDS as I...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-19, 07:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,158
Posted By nickc3

Wait...so you are saying you simply flip the...

Wait...so you are saying you simply flip the insert, but do NOT change to opposite side of the fork. Therefore, that little protrusion now sticks out/protrudes to the inside rather than the outside...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-19, 11:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,158
Posted By nickc3

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Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-19, 07:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 7,158
Posted By nickc3

Canyon Aeroad Owners - Have you changed Fork Rake Shift?

Hello, there is literally no info or how-tos on this. I just change my fork rake to "Stable" but I wanted to confirm that you not only have to flip it around to the 'stable' side, but also change...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 04:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,397
Posted By nickc3

my message was a bit unclear. this isn't for...

my message was a bit unclear. this isn't for cross chainring. this occurs in small ring up front, granny gear outback.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 11:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,397
Posted By nickc3

Di2 adjustment help

Hi, so I've just started messing around with adjusting my gears myself. Well, I switched wheelsets and this forced me to do it as its was not shifting correctly. However, no matter what I did., it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-19, 06:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,217
Posted By nickc3

schwabe pro one. a breeze with this gadget: ...

schwabe pro one. a breeze with this gadget: Kool Stop Tire Bead Jack
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AYML7K/...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-19, 10:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,727
Posted By nickc3

Madone - Tall Madone Riders - what size

Hi, I'm 6-4, 34" inseam....

Fellow Madone riders - are you riding a 60cm or 62cm? I can get my hands on second hand bike in either size, but can't decide what might be a better fit. I tried a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-18-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 15,475
Posted By nickc3

After breaking my hip from a spill, and reading...

After breaking my hip from a spill, and reading how "common" broken hips are for cyclists (I believe its the way we are clipped in, and a fall to the side assures that all your weight lands on your...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-18, 12:29 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 4,907
Posted By nickc3

Is my bike just faster?

OK, sort of a newbie question - sorry....

I ride a Giant TCR.....I ride with some of the same rider and sometimes group rides. I have noticed - fairly consistently, upon decents and even minor...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-18, 11:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,961
Posted By nickc3

Small lump in tubeless tire....now gone?

So, I discovered a little lump in my Hutchinson Tubeless tire which is relatively new. I rode on it twice since then......I got Nashbar to agree for a full refund. Today, before riding,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-18, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,968
Posted By nickc3

did anyone here order or get any other info here...

did anyone here order or get any other info here on this place? Tempted to order....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-17, 02:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 894
Posted By nickc3

Replace Cassette before my tuneup?

My chain and shifting was having some issues. I replaced the chain which was stretched beyond the 1% mark on the chain tool. Shifting improved significantly. However, with the chain so stretched...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-17, 01:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,061
Posted By nickc3

New chain worn...do I really need a new cassette?

So, I bought a new Cassette last season.

I did approx. 2,000 miles on that cassette. Shimano 105.

I just checked my chain, and it needs replacement. If I'm measuring correctly, it appears to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-15, 02:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,839
Posted By nickc3

THANK YOU ALL. You guys rock. My first...

THANK YOU ALL.

You guys rock. My first chain change.....next time will certainly go smoother - especially with the KMC quick connects. So, I guess that happened for a reason - I never even...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-15, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,839
Posted By nickc3

I just did from AMAZON! Thanks! Do I really...

I just did from AMAZON! Thanks!

Do I really need the special pliers to install/remove? or will small needlepoint pliers do the trick?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-15, 01:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,839
Posted By nickc3

But is that compatible with the Shimano chain?

But is that compatible with the Shimano chain?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-15, 12:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,839
Posted By nickc3

New chain - did I mess up when inserting the Shimano Locking pin?

First time swapping a chain.

Put on a Shimano Chain. I inserted the lock pin....I was using chain tool to push the new pin in...and I guess it was slightly off, and it started pushing out the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-15, 03:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,187
Posted By nickc3

Also, I think I know the answer.... But my...

Also, I think I know the answer....

But my current cassette/hub is also "noisy" (click click click)

Campy is silent. That is just the wheel/hub - no issue, right? Just some wheels are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-15, 03:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,187
Posted By nickc3

New wheels and cassette - doesn't seem to spin as freely as old one

First, let me start by saying I've never done ANYTHING on my bike....I'm new to road cycling and decided to do a few things myself.

I'm starting with new wheels. Bought myself Campy Zondas for my...
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