Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
Search: Posts Made By: psychling78
Showing results 1 to 43 of 43
Search took 0.02 seconds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-09-23, 11:43 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,093
Posted By psychling78

I actually used two different suppliers, one from...

I actually used two different suppliers, one from Europe that I won't name because I don't want to be accused of libel, and VeloCals, which were vastly superior. YMMV.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-23, 07:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,093
Posted By psychling78

New supplier since VeloCals folded?

Wondering if any of you who do restoration are aware of a supplier who has even half the catalog that this fine supplier did.
(Had I known they were going to close, I would have ordered tons more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-23, 05:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 761
Posted By psychling78

It worked

Used a smaller substitute and got it to go. Thanks, everyone!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 761
Posted By psychling78

The CCP-44 is the one I've been using.The plug on...

The CCP-44 is the one I've been using.The plug on it doesn't fit..... will try smaller-diameter plug substitutes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-23, 06:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 761
Posted By psychling78

Octalink BB issues

Simply cannot get the cranks off with either an old LIFU crank puller or a beautiful Park BB puller. There is literally no room left to crank the puller anymore, and the spider isn't budging. Ideas...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-25-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27,122
Views: 3,118,074
Posted By psychling78

Solo century

Took a little jaunt around my part of the world yesterday, hit many of the quilt gardens along the way.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 464,739
Posted By psychling78

1997 caad2 r300

Repainted in 2021. Litespeed post, Ultegra Octalink crank, LOOK Neo pedals, Shimano Claris brifters. Shimano 105 rear derailleur, Sora front. Salsa Short 'n' Shallow 42cm handlebar.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-21, 06:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 921
Posted By psychling78

That's helpful. Thank you. I had no idea how...

That's helpful. Thank you. I had no idea how many varieties of LOOK-like cleats are out there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-21, 06:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 921
Posted By psychling78

I know, right? But I'm telling you, my red...

I know, right? But I'm telling you, my red cleats did not click in. Too large.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-21, 07:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 921
Posted By psychling78

Help with old Nashbar LOOK style pedals

Okay, no judgement, please. I got these old Nashbar LOOK pedals on eBay because they fit the look of my newly-repainted Cannondale CAAD 2 R300. The listing said they were LOOK pedals, but neither...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-21, 03:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,559
Posted By psychling78

Thanks to everyone. My faith in this forum has...

Thanks to everyone. My faith in this forum has been rewarded. The bike in question is a 1997 Cannondale R300 with a 3 x 8 drivetrain. I'm getting it repainted soon, since I'm a little long in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-21, 02:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,559
Posted By psychling78

Mine's a triple -- which is why I got the...

Mine's a triple -- which is why I got the Octalink crank in the first place. I do have a decent caliper, so I can do some measuring to see if the spacer might be an issue.....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-21, 11:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,559
Posted By psychling78

Yep, that's the same service bulletin I have. ...

Yep, that's the same service bulletin I have. Can't find anything at Sheldon Brown that contradicts this, so I'm a bit flummoxed.

OTOH, given how persnickety the front shifting is, I have a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-21, 10:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,559
Posted By psychling78

Octalink crankset -- chainring compatability?

I have an old triple Shimano Octalink crankset. The service instructions state that ONLY SG-53 FC-6503 chainrings may be used on this crankset. Are there truly no alternatives?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-19, 11:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,193
Posted By psychling78

Yeah, that *looks* like a lock nut but isn't. ...

Yeah, that *looks* like a lock nut but isn't. It's actually a plastic thing that collapses when you put a wrench on it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-05-19, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,497,403
Posted By psychling78

Introductions

Hey, I ride a Cannondale CAAD2 R300 on the road, a sweet Davidson touring rig for commuting and touring, and a VERY old school Specialized Rockhopper hardtail on the trails! I'm 5'10 and 215,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-19, 05:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,193
Posted By psychling78

Wellgo pedal rebuild? Ideas?

Okay, before anyone gives me grief, I LIKE my cheap little SPD Wellgo pedals. They're what I need right now, and I'd like to be able to keep them for a while longer. I simply can't figure out how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-18, 05:32 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,368
Posted By psychling78

Wheel suggestions ARAYA PX 35 replacement

Time to replace the rear wheel on my college daughter's dauntless Speicalized Crossroads, circa 1993. Any suggestions on what wheel would best replace the now-tacoed Araya? :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-18, 06:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By psychling78

Thanks, guys. I have a good LBS. I'll likely...

Thanks, guys. I have a good LBS. I'll likely just take it to them and ask their opinion on whether or not the crank is worth saving. There are threads on the bad side, but I am not sure how to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-18, 08:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By psychling78

This guy? ...

This guy? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Unior-Proprietary-Replacement-Pedal-Thread-Insert-for-Right-Crankarm-Brass-9-16/191971204642?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-18, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By psychling78

Have not helicoiled before, not since I had it...

Have not helicoiled before, not since I had it done on a motorcycle in 1979. :lol: I'm thinking this is easier?
Should there be a stock size that fits?

I'm a bit put out with the PO right...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-18, 07:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By psychling78

Nope, did not come with pedals.

Nope, did not come with pedals.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-18, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,642
Posted By psychling78

FSA Vero crankset R side pedal size? WTF?

Purchased this online for a bike I'm building with my son for his use. The left side is just fine -- but the right side pedal threads are bigger than the 9/16" by a long shot. (See photos). Any...
Forum: Touring
05-21-16, 06:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,661
Posted By psychling78

Thanks, BigAura

Thanks, BigAura
Forum: Touring
05-21-16, 06:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,661
Posted By psychling78

I've put 1.25" road tires on my kids' mountain...

I've put 1.25" road tires on my kids' mountain bikes for use on the road -- when we didn't want to go all out and buy them road bikes. They worked okay. I even use them on my old Rockhopper, which...
Forum: Touring
05-21-16, 03:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,661
Posted By psychling78

Trek 900 -- does size (of wheels) matter?

My wife is looking to replace her stolen touring/hybrid (a Fuji Sagres) and is looking at a 1988 Trek 900. It has 26" wheels. I'm wondering what the collective wisdom is about wheel size for...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-03-16, 07:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,080
Posted By psychling78

Yeah, given the quote in the next post, I'd say...

Yeah, given the quote in the next post, I'd say that he needs to learn how to play nice with others, too. Maybe a little maturation to take place? Just wondering....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-16, 07:05 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,279
Posted By psychling78

513519

513519
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-16, 06:51 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,279
Posted By psychling78

Yeah, the Campy version is similar in style and...

Yeah, the Campy version is similar in style and very salty in price. I have had awful luck with thin-walled sockets from Lowe's and other hardware stores. I'm currently using a borrowed tool from a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-16, 06:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,279
Posted By psychling78

Word on that, fietsbob.

Word on that, fietsbob.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-03-16, 04:12 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,666
Posted By psychling78

GREAT GLOVES! Classic fit and awesome...

GREAT GLOVES! Classic fit and awesome workmanship. A steal. I look very forward to getting the long-lost checkerboard hand tan.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-16, 04:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,279
Posted By psychling78

I guess I was under the impression that a peanut...

I guess I was under the impression that a peanut butter wrench referred to a Campy 15mm wrench to fit in the insanely small space required to take off old style Campy crankarm bolts. I would be VERY...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-16, 06:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,273
Posted By psychling78

Maybe they guy asking had really small hands,...

Maybe they guy asking had really small hands, too.....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-16, 06:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,221
Posted By psychling78

Depends on how thorough I want to be. For a...

Depends on how thorough I want to be. For a quick one, I douse the chain with WD-40, use a stiff (but not wire) brush on the chain as it passes the cogs, wipe off the outside, let it dry, and...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
03-24-16, 11:33 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,666
Posted By psychling78

I'm interested -- typically size M -- do these...

I'm interested -- typically size M -- do these run small or large? PM with response and shipping cost. Thanks!
Forum: Great Lakes Rides and Events
09-12-12, 01:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,787
Posted By psychling78

Did it in 2003 when I was 43. Hope to do it next...

Did it in 2003 when I was 43. Hope to do it next year with a couple of my kids!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-12, 12:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,013
Posted By psychling78

272122 In all her beauty. The stock foam...

272122
In all her beauty. The stock foam handlebar covers have since been replaced by white Cinelli cork.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-12, 06:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,013
Posted By psychling78

Thanks, Captain. I have decided to do so. The...

Thanks, Captain. I have decided to do so. The replacement is only temporary. At first, I was disappointed that the freewheel is not Campy, but the Suntour Winner is pretty awesome!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-12, 10:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,013
Posted By psychling78

Thanks, everyone. I'd found the Sheldon Brown...

Thanks, everyone. I'd found the Sheldon Brown chart, but I doubted it. Shame on me for doing so.

I settled for a SunRace -- cheap, but accessible. I'll keep trolling eBay for better.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-12, 07:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,013
Posted By psychling78

Six speed compatability between Campy and Suntour?

I have a wonderful Bill Davidson touring bike built up with an early-90s Campy MTB gruppo. To my amazement, I found when the freewheel finally wore out after about six years of use (on only two...
Forum: Great Lakes
08-11-10, 08:01 AM
Replies: 1,030
Views: 132,300
Posted By psychling78

Goshen, Indiana, but a native of Elkhart. I...

Goshen, Indiana, but a native of Elkhart. I commute, I ride the roads, I ride the trails when the poison ivy dies off. I'm 50 and suck at criteriums. Not so bad at TT, though.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-10, 01:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,996
Posted By psychling78

Thanks, all. My suspicions are confirmed. I'm...

Thanks, all. My suspicions are confirmed. I'm poor but not yet so poor to give up my 8 for a 7. The STI is just something I'd like to try someday. Still on downshifters -- just raced for the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-10, 07:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,996
Posted By psychling78

Shimano Sora STI 3300 7 speed shifters used for 8 speed rear?

A guy on a Well-Known Auction Site is attempting to sell a set of aforementioned shifters and claims that they will work with an 8-speed cassette. Seems odd to me. Ideas?
Showing results 1 to 43 of 43


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.