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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 447
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You'll notice my model is a 2019, so going on 5...

You'll notice my model is a 2019, so going on 5 years. Battery life is a looming concern and I'm looking for options BEFORE I need one.
I've only had it about 2 months and probably have about 70...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 447
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF you have a store that specializes in E Bikes,...

IF you have a store that specializes in E Bikes, maybe they have some "magic tricks" to revive or know of a place that can "rebuild" the battery for less money than a new battery.

Apparently, a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 889
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It's not written in stone. Sometimes they can...

It's not written in stone. Sometimes they can change due to parts availability etc.
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 349
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Along those lines- Crank the chain backwards...

Along those lines-
Crank the chain backwards and observe the RDER pulleys. Often, chain "aberrations" will show up as a noticeable "twitch".
Quick & free to do.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 889
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF a 13-23 was the factory cassette, I'm pretty...

IF a 13-23 was the factory cassette, I'm pretty sure you have a short cage RDER and it won't handle a larger cassette.

Cheap route- Get a low level Shimano RDER such as this-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 975
Posted By Bill Kapaun

This is how I do a quick check and keep the hands...

This is how I do a quick check and keep the hands clean.
Put it on BIG:BIG and see how much "slack" you can pull.
Make sure you have "some"....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 02:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 316
Posted By Bill Kapaun

264mm sounds a couple/few mm too long. Usually,...

264mm sounds a couple/few mm too long. Usually, 259-261 mm seem to fit a lot of wheels.

IF you have a bike shop handy, just remove another spoke so you can measure it properly.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 538
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Like this? ...

Like this?
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 978
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Ask them what they think about upgrading your...

Ask them what they think about upgrading your frame. They deal with a lot of low end bikes.
Maybe they have a much better "foundation" (frame) to build on in their used stuff.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 429
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Just a shot in the dark, but was the spindle...

Just a shot in the dark, but was the spindle possibly "flipped"?
Often spindles have an offset with the DS being longer than the NDS.

EDIT: This is what Sheldon shows-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 829
Posted By Bill Kapaun

36.8 cm is maybe a frame size? It would be a...

36.8 cm is maybe a frame size? It would be a pretty small frame.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 372
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Before I started messing with bicycles.

Before I started messing with bicycles.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 01:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 372
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Who? Never heard of a UniGlide Free Wheel. Just...

Who?
Never heard of a UniGlide Free Wheel. Just UniGlide Cassettes.
That's just a Free Wheel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 189
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The 6100 is a series and likely covers doubles &...

The 6100 is a series and likely covers doubles & triples? maybe even 1X?
The left arm would be the same for all, since there are no chain rings to mount.
175mm is the length.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 634
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Do what works best for YOU and the gears you use...

Do what works best for YOU and the gears you use while staying withing limits of the FDER travel.

I tend to use the middle ring the most, so I use a slightly longer spindle.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 764
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Ditto- I was recently bequeathed an Ebike and...

Ditto-
I was recently bequeathed an Ebike and although I could probably maintain 15-17 mph on max assist with 76 year old, beat up knees and a lung capacity of 28%, I simply don't want to screw with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,371
Posted By Bill Kapaun

At what temperature range? Anytime you have...

At what temperature range?
Anytime you have electronics involved that convert a voltage to a reading, one really needs to take the temperature coefficient of the tool if expecting "ultra precise"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 319
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Both of those come in an 11T version amongst the...

Both of those come in an 11T version amongst the other combinations.
Likely the bike originally had a >11T cog, but they failed to use the LR that came with the cassette.

I've made the same...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,330
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is the fork bent as if someone ran into a wall?

Is the fork bent as if someone ran into a wall?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 319
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is that the correct lock ring? It looks too big...

Is that the correct lock ring? It looks too big for an 11T cog and won't allow the chain to fully engage?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 04:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 743
Posted By Bill Kapaun

You didn't mention what kind of shifter, but...

You didn't mention what kind of shifter, but there may be a barrel adjuster on it that you can screw in. Try a couple clicks at first and add as needed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 200
Posted By Bill Kapaun

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 11:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 480
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What type of gear train? 1X, 2X, 3X? Are you...

What type of gear train? 1X, 2X, 3X?
Are you easing up pressure when you shift?
Monster sized cogs like an 11-40 or worse?

The shift wire may have "worn in" a bit.
Try turning the barrel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 492
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Not on frozen nipples.

Not on frozen nipples.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 492
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF you have a VISE Grip type pliers with good,...

IF you have a VISE Grip type pliers with good, "sharp" teeth, you can easily peel off the nipples without much strain to the spoke.
Vice is a moral aberration.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,084
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Might be better off looking for a $50 bike at...

Might be better off looking for a $50 bike at Goodwill or similar?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 12:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Ditto- shorter cranks are easier on the knees. ...

Ditto- shorter cranks are easier on the knees.
IF you want lower gearing, don't upshift, use a lower gear OR change the cassette to one with larger cogs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,253
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'll join your drift. Having absolutely no...

I'll join your drift.
Having absolutely no previous experience with disc brakes, can you-
Rest the bicycle upside down to remove a wheel etc. for whatever reason?

Reason I ask is I made a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,253
Posted By Bill Kapaun

New to disc brakes myself, but one video I...

New to disc brakes myself, but one video I watched, they simply unbolted the caliper and rotated it as necessary to let the air bubble(s) rise.
If you had a friend, they could help you "manipulate"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 203
Posted By Bill Kapaun

How about make a sketch of what you mean, take a...

How about make a sketch of what you mean, take a pic & post it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,158
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Even "Free" bikes can be more trouble than they...

Even "Free" bikes can be more trouble than they are worth.
On the cheapest "box store" bikes, they likely never shifted properly and would have inadequate stopping power if they weren't so slow to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,158
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Except the OP is the "needy" person. They are...

Except the OP is the "needy" person. They are just trying to "hustle up some cash".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,158
Posted By Bill Kapaun

How short term? If the bike is being used, they...

How short term? If the bike is being used, they tend to stay good for quite awhile. Besides, the "fix" is simple enough that's it really no big deal. A little spray when the problem reoccurs. Much...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 550
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What;s wrong with a bike that looks like you...

What;s wrong with a bike that looks like you actually use it?
I guess some people are of the mind set like those with large, jacked up, pick up TRUCKS with huge tires that haven't seen a lick of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 998
Posted By Bill Kapaun

What do you think this forum is about?

What do you think this forum is about?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 306
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Something like these? ...

Something like these?
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 418
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I don't know know if it applies to your chain,...

I don't know know if it applies to your chain, but I believe some chains are "directional".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 01:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 998
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Will they lace up 2 cross?

Will they lace up 2 cross?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 715
Posted By Bill Kapaun

However, it's a direct path from the top of the...

However, it's a direct path from the top of the cog to the top of the chain ring aka the main pathway of the force being transmitted from front to back.
Let's hear from the OP.
EDIT- IF my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 715
Posted By Bill Kapaun

When on the small ring, does it skip on all the...

When on the small ring, does it skip on all the cogs or not.
IF it only skips on the smallest cog or 2, don't use that combination. It's cross chaining which could be part/most of the problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,371
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Reminds me of the story in a "sister shop" that...

Reminds me of the story in a "sister shop" that did calibrations in the shipyard I worked in.
"Someone" apparently calibrated small GRAM weights and then stuck the aluminum, adhesive backed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 826
Posted By Bill Kapaun

For better retention, I'd try a solid axle with...

For better retention, I'd try a solid axle with good, serrated nuts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 348
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Interesting. I'd like to see that link too. Now...

Interesting. I'd like to see that link too.
Now if you are talking about 8 of 9 on 7, that's a FREE HUB.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 348
Posted By Bill Kapaun

The thickness of your 11 speed cog & spacer would...

The thickness of your 11 speed cog & spacer would have to be 4.8mm to match the 4.8mm spacing on an 8 speed. Time wise, it's not really worth it.

Sell/trade the 11 speed cassette and buy an 8
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 459
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IIRC, the 800 Sport is Hi-Ten steel vs Cr-Mo....

IIRC, the 800 Sport is Hi-Ten steel vs Cr-Mo. MUCH heavier.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 563
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Is that a bad tire? ...

Is that a bad tire?


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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 190
Posted By Bill Kapaun

After days of searching I found this- ...

After days of searching I found this-
https://www.disraeligears.co.uk/site/shimano_ultegra_6700_series_exploded_view_-_2919b_august_2015.html...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,371
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF this a one of repair, just take the wheel to...

IF this a one of repair, just take the wheel to your LBS, or maybe a bike Co-op if you have one near.

IF you have a good ear, you can tune by tone by twanging.
There are musical charts on the web...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 430
Posted By Bill Kapaun

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out...

It sounds like the H screw needs to be turned out a bit.
Try a 1/4 turn at a time and test.
Keep track of turns in case that wasn't it.

EDIT- OOPS- I was thinking backwards.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 286
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF you have a torque wrench, 30-35 Ft-Lb. Else,...

IF you have a torque wrench, 30-35 Ft-Lb.
Else, good & tight.

BTW, the first time I torqued one, it was more force than I expected. Possibly from a more awkward position?
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