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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 222
Posted By sbslider

Hmm, I guess the first time I tried to install...

Hmm, I guess the first time I tried to install the 114 link chain I must have goofed up something. I tried again today, and it DOES fit and is perfectly functional.

I still don't understand the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 222
Posted By sbslider

Further inspection of the chains: Stock chain...

Further inspection of the chains:
Stock chain has 116 links and 3 markings stamped on it. SRAM PC1110 A1
New chain has 114 links and 3 markings stamped on it. SRAM PC1110 F1

According to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 12:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 222
Posted By sbslider

According to the surly website...

According to the surly website (https://surlybikes.com/bikes/straggler), the chain is PN CNP1110. If you search that part number you get SRAM PC1110. The bike is set up with SRAM components, but I'd...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 222
Posted By sbslider

2022 Surly Straggler chain length

I bought a Surly Straggler back in April, and it seemed time to replace the chain based on 2900 miles of riding. I bought the spec chain, CNP1110, which is 114 links. I removed the old chain, and it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-22, 07:23 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

LOL, took me a minute . . . Yeah, I moved...

LOL, took me a minute . . .

Yeah, I moved on. I actually tried a home brew patch I won't describe. Pumped up the tire, let it sit a few days, the hole was getting worse without riding. 2...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-22, 08:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

I got a chuckle out of reading today's posts. ...

I got a chuckle out of reading today's posts.
Regarding the wheel, its no longer in service. The tire in question was being considered for the Surly straggler in the background of the picture. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 10:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

Agreed, pennywise and pound foolish, or maybe...

Agreed, pennywise and pound foolish, or maybe pound of flesh foolish in this case.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 09:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

Here's the answer I was looking for! Thanks so...

Here's the answer I was looking for! Thanks so much, I think our posts crossed in the Ether . . . .
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 09:24 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

I came with a question, is there a patch for the...

I came with a question, is there a patch for the inside of a tire. I gave some background info, included a picture eventually. I got lots of reasons why I shouldn't save the tire, but didn't get an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 08:11 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

https://www.rematiptop.com/products/automotive/tub...

https://www.rematiptop.com/products/automotive/tube-repair-kits/tubeless-repair-kits/tubeless-repair-kit-5060160.html...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 04:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

The damage was partly due to a rim that's not...

The damage was partly due to a rim that's not round. The damage is isolated to the area in the picture. Agreed that the damage is more than just the area where the foil is visible. The picture...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 04:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

Good question, below is a picture. Do the...

Good question, below is a picture. Do the mythical
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_20220515_145534745_679a49367fa3fd5bfef0c14e744a5263a727649d.jpg
tire patch...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-22, 03:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 979
Posted By sbslider

patching a sidewall?

I have a GP5000 with a ~1/4" cut in the sidewall where a brake rubbed up against the casing. I was able to limp home with some tape covering the hole and reduced tire pressure. Lots of life left in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-21, 05:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 405
Posted By sbslider

Well, I did figure out how to disassemble the...

Well, I did figure out how to disassemble the head. I put some pliers on the black part marked "Presta", and my hand on the knurled part, and unscrewed counterclockwise. I didn't fine anything...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-21, 12:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 405
Posted By sbslider

Birzman Apogee repair?

I've had a Birzman Apogee pump for a few years now, and for the most part really loved it. But the past few months its not working so well, and now it seems like I can't get it to properly attach to...
Forum: Southern California Regional Rides and Events
09-19-18, 08:12 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 562
Posted By sbslider

Hoping to carpool to the Lighthouse Century Sept 21 or 22

I don't have a place to stay on Friday, so if you have one and don't mind sharing I would be happy to drive. Or if you want to drive up Saturday morning, that works also. I live in Santa Barbara and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-18, 10:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

I appreciate that you have been trying to be...

I appreciate that you have been trying to be helpful, and I did eventually follow the advice you provided, and proceeded according to what I received.

I can imagine that the two sides may not be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-18, 09:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Hmm, maybe you should watch the video you posted....

Hmm, maybe you should watch the video you posted. Especially the part between :30 and :50. The "mechanic" used a box cutter blade to remove paint from the drive side of the bottom bracket. There...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-18, 09:24 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

I disassembled my bike tonight, as I got my new...

I disassembled my bike tonight, as I got my new bottom bracket, Tange LN-3922. I removed my cranks, and removed the UN55. There is no paint on the drive side frame where the bottom bracket meets. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-18, 06:25 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

good point. I will let you know how it goes when...

good point. I will let you know how it goes when I tear it all apart again next weekend.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-18, 09:03 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

I bought the bike new in 2012, it had a Shimano...

I bought the bike new in 2012, it had a Shimano UN54. In 2015 I had problems with creaking, replaced a lot of parts including installing a new shimano UN55. Eventually the creaking went away until...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-18, 08:30 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Thanks for this suggestion. I am willing to take...

Thanks for this suggestion. I am willing to take a plunge on a different brand part, time to get the Tange. Interestingly enough, when it is cold (or cool at least, 10C) out the bike rides nice and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-18, 10:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Sorry, I don't know what it means for the frame...

Sorry, I don't know what it means for the frame to be properly faced. The frame is about 6 years old, Surly Cross Check. I replaced the bottom bracket 3 years ago, perhaps unnecessarily, trying to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-18, 07:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Well, three years have gone by and the creaking...

Well, three years have gone by and the creaking has come back again. Since the original issue, I have new pedals/shoes/clips. I believe I have narrowed down the problem to either the cranks or the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-17, 12:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,739
Posted By sbslider

Yes, they did not carry any that worked on my...

Yes, they did not carry any that worked on my bike. I will be getting a replacement set of cones and balls here in the near future.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,739
Posted By sbslider

I did not replace the balls, I plan to...

I did not replace the balls, I plan to disassemble and replace both cones and balls over Christmas break.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-17, 08:37 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,739
Posted By sbslider

Thanks for the serious responses, I appreciate...

Thanks for the serious responses, I appreciate the input. The cups / races are not damaged, I will likely replace both cones in the next month or so, just was curious how risky waiting this long...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-25-17, 09:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,739
Posted By sbslider

Pitted cone longevity?

I recently found my bike slowing down a bit on downhills. Three or so weeks ago I hit a speed I had not seen in several years, so I know the bike was in reasonably good shape then. The past few...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-17, 10:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 7,778
Posted By sbslider

I have had reasonably good experience with cheap...

I have had reasonably good experience with cheap chinease 25mm patches on road width tubes up until recently. Somewhere around a 90-95% success rate. I suspect the patches were bought 3 or more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-16, 09:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

:thumb: Between this advise and reinstalling...

:thumb:

Between this advise and reinstalling the barrel to the stand I was able to remove the top by unscrewing. It is 2 pieces on top, but grabbing the larger piece with the tube holders worked...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-16, 02:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

yes, contacting Specialized is likely the best...

yes, contacting Specialized is likely the best advice. They do say that the top is supposed to screw off, but mine does not, at least with my strength thus far.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-16, 07:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

good advice, thank you.

good advice, thank you.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-16, 07:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

That is the best answer I have seen yet, thanks...

That is the best answer I have seen yet, thanks so much. I gave up on removing the top end of the barrel last night and added a bit of chain lube to the hole in the bottom of the barrel where the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-16, 09:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

Thanks for the response. I can not unscrew the...

Thanks for the response. I can not unscrew the handle from the piston, and the bottom of the barrel is still sealed even though I have removed the base. Below is a picture of the top of the barrel....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-16, 12:28 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

I appreciate the thoughts on where to lube and...

I appreciate the thoughts on where to lube and what to use. What I am really trying to determine is how I can access the o-ring, shaft etc. to apply the lube. All I have right now is a pump barrel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-16, 10:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 11,757
Posted By sbslider

specialized air tool pro barrel lubrication

I receive this pump from a friend and it needs a bit of lube in the barrel to get rid of the squeaking when I pump. I have figured out how to remove the barrel from the stand, but not how to remove...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 08:18 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Good points FB, I agree. If/when the creaking...

Good points FB, I agree. If/when the creaking comes back I will try the penetrating oil again. Thanks for the tip, that is a great diagnostic tool. I think that this point the pedals are a non...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 05:20 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Well it seems like the process has narrowed it...

Well it seems like the process has narrowed it down to either the cups or the crank/spindle interface. I suspect the latter. I just put it all back together again, and for the moment no creak. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 04:50 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

So time to toss the cranks or live with some...

So time to toss the cranks or live with some creak under load?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 04:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

I removed the cranks earlier today and leaned...

I removed the cranks earlier today and leaned them before reinstalling. I did not inspect for lines or deformations super carefully, but I did not note anything unusual. What the heck, I removed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 04:22 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Nice, this is a keeper, thanks!

Nice, this is a keeper, thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 04:07 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

I found the torque rating stamped on the bolt...

I found the torque rating stamped on the bolt (nice), 35-40 nm. This translates to 30 foot pounds max. So I am again guilty of over torquing, but still have a creak.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 03:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

I will try to hit all the responses. I...

I will try to hit all the responses.
I applied anti seize to the cups, not grease.
I tried the penetrating oil, no help.
I could not fing torque specs for the cups, so if you know please...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-15, 01:04 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,881
Posted By sbslider

Bottom bracket bummer

I recently (1 month ago) replaced my bottom bracket with a BB UN-55. Seemed to go together fine, and I thought I followed the installation instructions. Bike running nicely again.

Within the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-15, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By sbslider

Well, it seems like just cleaning my spokes did...

Well, it seems like just cleaning my spokes did the trick. This was the quietest commute to work in some time. No crank creaking, no spokey twanging, just the quiet whir of my wheels and chain. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-15, 10:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By sbslider

Ok, so I got a replacement crank bolt, applied a...

Ok, so I got a replacement crank bolt, applied a light layer of grease to the threads and where the bolt and crank touch on both bolts. Major creaking is gone. the original more subtle spokey sound...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 10:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By sbslider

Yes, I was able to get the broken bolt out, that...

Yes, I was able to get the broken bolt out, that saved me lots of time and some $ in buying and replacing the bottom bracket. Now I am just a crank bolt away from getting back to figuring out what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 09:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By sbslider

I did not check the seat bolt, but the creaking...

I did not check the seat bolt, but the creaking is present if I am sitting or standing. I mentally ruled out the seat based on that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 09:19 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By sbslider

Not sure I exactly understood all the advice FB,...

Not sure I exactly understood all the advice FB, but it did encourage me to take a shot at removing the broken bolt from the bottom bracket. Took less than 10 minutes, and now I just need a new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 07:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By sbslider

ouch. No, most any time. This...

ouch.


No, most any time.


This does not appear to be the rear derailleur hitting a spoke.

thanks for the feedback.
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