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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 256
Posted By soyabean

I've learned to always NOT to install a RD...

I've learned to always NOT to install a RD incorrectly, then blame everyone else for being clueless.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 666
Posted By soyabean

I gave a nice 26" bike to a teen kid once, only...

I gave a nice 26" bike to a teen kid once, only to see him resell it a week later.

I'm aware that does happen, it's the chance I take when I know the other 19/20 kids will be encouraged to bike as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 796
Posted By soyabean

That's what I love about my steel platform rack...

That's what I love about my steel platform rack on my 2" hitch, it will NEVER fail :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 256
Posted By soyabean

The OP was the one that f'ed up by installing it...

The OP was the one that f'ed up by installing it wrong.

Members here can't see the bike, all we can do is guess at best to bad photos.

If they don't like the suggestions that might fix their...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 390
Posted By soyabean

Easy. A dancing drill bit.

Easy.

A dancing drill bit.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 256
Posted By soyabean

The 30x50T setup is making the chain too long. ...

The 30x50T setup is making the chain too long.

11-30T is practically a mtb cassette.

My fastest commuter has a 12-26T and I'm going to soon swap it to 12-23T to get more smooth gearing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 256
Posted By soyabean

The 11-30 is messing it up with a chain too long...

The 11-30 is messing it up with a chain too long because that is expecting a 1x up there.

You'd be able to remove one link with a smaller 11-28T, thus taughting the chain when it's on the 11T.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 413
Posted By soyabean

Those calipers were popular on almost every...

Those calipers were popular on almost every low-end bike from the 80s, it's centered by using two 10mm wrenches and you turn the entire assembly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 413
Posted By soyabean

Oh right, because physically removing a shoe,...

Oh right, because physically removing a shoe, then reinstalling and reseating it is much easier than reinflating a tyre.

How stupid of me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 666
Posted By soyabean

Then just put it for sale. A buyer that...

Then just put it for sale.

A buyer that makes the effort to come over and pay $50 for it, at least shows some enthusiasm to want the bike.

But giving stuff away to someone that doesn't even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 390
Posted By soyabean

This is like those accidented cars that get...

This is like those accidented cars that get repaired and refurbed by autobody shops.

I'll always have a nagging sickening feeling using these damaged wheelsets.

PV holes allow for narrower...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 321
Posted By soyabean

The original SRAM shifter has a removal cover for...

The original SRAM shifter has a removal cover for the 90-deg curved part to solve the mentioned issue of used cables that fray.

I spot weld the ends of all my used cables just so they don't fray...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 04:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 116
Posted By soyabean

Tubeless tape is really a sticky tape and needs...

Tubeless tape is really a sticky tape and needs to create an air tight seal.

The original rim tape is just a band, just use a plastic knife to pry it out and save it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 111
Posted By soyabean

Are you kidding? The world is NOT running...

Are you kidding?

The world is NOT running out on ancient obselete cheap vintage bikes.

The current post-covid postive over-supply shock exacerbates it more.

My bike flipping sales are good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 390
Posted By soyabean

It will balloon out and be very thin. It will...

It will balloon out and be very thin. It will work. It won't pop.

For example, for a 700x35C tire, I will choose a tube that is 700x35-50C, so the tube doesn't ned to stretch.

I will not use a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 321
Posted By soyabean

Same could be said for automotive shops that use...

Same could be said for automotive shops that use Mitchell-on-Demand to quote the owner to repair their 20 year old car.

They don't give opinions if it's worth it or not, the manuals just show the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 111
Posted By soyabean

5'6" should go for a frame at least 19", so as...

5'6" should go for a frame at least 19", so as this one is 17" you may feel the bar is slammed no matter how high you set it.

Take a chance, it's only $50.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 666
Posted By soyabean

When I get BSO dumpster finds that have wheels...

When I get BSO dumpster finds that have wheels 24" and under (teens and kids), those I fix up and give away to kids or parents of kids that really really really ask for one and show some enthusiasm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 390
Posted By soyabean

Wait... folks actually DESTORY a perfect PV rim,...

Wait... folks actually DESTORY a perfect PV rim, on purpose? Just to downgrade to use SV tubes?

And this is exactly why there exists building codes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 321
Posted By soyabean

It slides in the direction towards the center of...

It slides in the direction towards the center of the handlebar.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,327
Posted By soyabean

MEC is one of those places where sales are real...

MEC is one of those places where sales are real sales.

Stuff they want liquidated and gone, they will half off 50% across the board on all products, bikes, camping, whatever.

I'm addicted to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 321
Posted By soyabean

That is wrong. I have NEVER encountered any...

That is wrong.

I have NEVER encountered any shifter ever, no matter how economy, where the cable could not be changed.

There would be no profit for me on reselling dumpster finds if I had to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 321
Posted By soyabean

This is a copy of a SRAM grip shifter. In...

This is a copy of a SRAM grip shifter.

In the photo between the 6-5, that's a little black top plate that can be removed.

The cable is pulled up from that "trapdoor".
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 1,473
Posted By soyabean

It's your money, do whatever you want. ...

It's your money, do whatever you want.

That's what I do.

That's why I never, and have never asked for bicycle advice ever, here or anywhere.

I do what I want, so I don't bother bringing it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 244
Posted By soyabean

Even if you will DIY the repair, I strongly...

Even if you will DIY the repair, I strongly suggest you buy spokes from a LBS that will have an inventory of spokes in all lengths and diameters.

Those that have never replaced spokes before,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 413
Posted By soyabean

On some of these bikes there is no cable release...

On some of these bikes there is no cable release lever, so you have to deflate the tyre to get the wheel out.

If you really like this bike, now is the time to upgrade to road calipers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 199
Posted By soyabean

The shifter is a SRAM Attack, has a 2:1 ratio,...

The shifter is a SRAM Attack, has a 2:1 ratio, and is said to be compatible with Shimano RDs.

The SRAM 9.0 T500-535-4 is a RD with a ESP 1:1 actuation design.

Both shifters look old and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 199
Posted By soyabean

Ok, so both the shifter and RD are actually...

Ok, so both the shifter and RD are actually working fine, just a bad match, and I must change one or the other.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 199
Posted By soyabean

Why does a 8s shifter only pull enough length for six cogs?

I have a SRAM 8s grip shifter that appears to be smooth giving me 7 clicks, which is correct for 8s.

The RD is a matching SRAM 9.0 T500-535-4, which is indexed for both 8s and 9s.

However, I'm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 1,473
Posted By soyabean

Cracked pavement is typical urban life and does...

Cracked pavement is typical urban life and does not call for suspension anything, balloon tyres at best and recommended for rigids.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 514
Posted By soyabean

I used to bike only upright commuter style with...

I used to bike only upright commuter style with the largest heaviest elastomer springs seat possible AND a suspension post.

Covid hit, everyone dared using public transportation, so I cycled...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,586
Posted By soyabean

My fb profile age (fb member since) is a big...

My fb profile age (fb member since) is a big asset, fb nets about half my sales, I don't mess around on my fb account with weird cheating gaming crap like posting links to ANYWHERE.

I don't flip...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 775
Posted By soyabean

My bet is that carrying a spare chain is not...

My bet is that carrying a spare chain is not necessary if you are religiously checking the chain for 0.50%

Carrying an extra link is sufficient enough, those fall off on their own all the time.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 396
Posted By soyabean

It's always a guess because we can't see the bike...

It's always a guess because we can't see the bike like an LBS can, and folks never provide GOOD closeup pics, video.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 775
Posted By soyabean

If I was going doing some long distance shiite,...

If I was going doing some long distance shiite, then for sure a new waxed chain.

The old chain I would just hoard and use for a repair.

I have friends and family and neighbors that show up with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 398,609
Posted By soyabean

Thanks for the good and clear pics! That...

Thanks for the good and clear pics!

That part is the closest thing to getting a semi's fifth wheel and kingpin onto a bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 440
Posted By soyabean

You'll get the same 2-3mm change just from...

You'll get the same 2-3mm change just from swapping tyres of different brands that all share the same nominal size.

I have some 26x1.50 Bontragers H5 and they are race thin as expected, then I...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-16-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 506
Posted By soyabean

Maybe confused with Simplex derailleurs? The font...

Maybe confused with Simplex derailleurs? The font stamped on it can appear similar to Schwinn retro.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 398,609
Posted By soyabean

Is this the part? ...

Is this the part?

https://burley.com/cdn/shop/products/930105-1_600x.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,586
Posted By soyabean

Sellers sometimes don't give out addresses...

Sellers sometimes don't give out addresses because they're afraid of getting stalked assaulted butthurt kidnapped killed, and thus such folks should NOT be selling to strangers at all and just donate...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 398,609
Posted By soyabean

Where did you buy that silver attachment that is...

Where did you buy that silver attachment that is on top of the middle of the rear rack?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 775
Posted By soyabean

It's manufactured as thin as possible. It's not a...

It's manufactured as thin as possible. It's not a 1s bmx chain.

A chain can break anywhere anytime for any or no reason at all.

Crap happens.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,586
Posted By soyabean

Fb is really good for getting rid of stuff and...

Fb is really good for getting rid of stuff and without caring for the amount.

Like my premium kitchen fridge that was 15 years old (most fridges on fb are like 20-30 yrs old), it already got...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 396
Posted By soyabean

The FD cable should be redone, but more...

The FD cable should be redone, but more importantly, the FD itself must be correct on the seattube and miss the outermost L chainring by 1-3mm as spec'd by Shimano.

Once the cable is good, the H...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 05:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 408
Posted By soyabean

Yup, I was using marathons on my train station...

Yup, I was using marathons on my train station bike that was only a mile each way, so any failure I would just walk it.

Been like this for years :D

There were holes tears in the ply, held...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 298
Posted By soyabean

I agree with the title. Because if everyone...

I agree with the title.

Because if everyone tells you should do one thing, will you ignore and just go ahead with what your already decided to do?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,294
Posted By soyabean

Shops don't want to have an unsuccessful attempt...

Shops don't want to have an unsuccessful attempt and return the frame with a now chewed up seatpost, where the Karens and Kens will tell the manager "well it wasn't like that when I left the bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 408
Posted By soyabean

Schwalbe marathon zombie revived tyres forever!

Schwalbe marathon zombie revived tyres forever!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 418
Posted By soyabean

Check each link roller pin, one of them can be...

Check each link roller pin, one of them can be sheering off.

Happened to me just a few days ago on my winter beater, chain is rusted of course, but was still stretching good between 0.50-0.75 .
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 408
Posted By soyabean

Seriously, if I had a crash like that, I'd be...

Seriously, if I had a crash like that, I'd be more concerned if I had any buised bones and get better tyres so this doesn't happen again. Throwing money on a repair so I can continue cycling is as...
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