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03-15-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,715
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Nope, didn't miss it. That's a minor issue...

Nope, didn't miss it. That's a minor issue relative to the alignment, but it does have to be addressed first.
03-14-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,715
Posted By Moe Zhoost

To answer your question: I generally try to get...

To answer your question: I generally try to get it within a mm. but don't sweat it if it's 1-2mm. The test is if you've resolved shifting problems.

About this thread: I had a hard time reading...
Forum: Recumbent
02-07-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 366
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I agree that it's probably strong enough; however...

I agree that it's probably strong enough; however you have to keep in mind that the rear wheel of a tadpole trike handles a lot more side thrust than the same wheel on a bike. For this reason ICE...
01-07-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 597
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I'd widen the inner hole a tad with a countersink...

I'd widen the inner hole a tad with a countersink bit. Clean the burrs up afterwords with a file.
12-29-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 987
Posted By Moe Zhoost

This looks to be a great project. I acquired a...

This looks to be a great project. I acquired a '72 SC frame a number of years ago and built it into a commuter bike with Sturmey 5 sp rear, Sturmey dyno in front, both drum brakes. I now have it...
12-28-23, 07:30 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,628
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Yep, I went cross-eyed trying to parse that post.

Yep, I went cross-eyed trying to parse that post.
12-27-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 797
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Agree, but I don't recognise that particular...

Agree, but I don't recognise that particular model. Maybe custom made? Reason for the color code eludes me.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-08-23, 02:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 434
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I converted a Bianchi road frame and was able to...

I converted a Bianchi road frame and was able to fit 40's on with sufficient clearance. I had to go to long reach caliper brakes and also had to press dimples into the inner chainstays for it to...
12-07-23, 04:56 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,823
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I think this issue was less about the pressure...

I think this issue was less about the pressure and more about how the tires were mounted. If you don't inflate gradually and check that the bead is aligning correctly, the inflating tube can force a...
12-07-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,714
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Loved it. I suspect that many of us are mongrel...

Loved it. I suspect that many of us are mongrel cyclists with a little bit of all of those categories mixed into our two-wheeled identities.
11-21-23, 07:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 582
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Interesting bike. Have you ridden it? If so,...

Interesting bike. Have you ridden it? If so, what impressions did you have?

Thanks for posting this.
11-19-23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 256
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Yep, I'm afraid that I was not able to see your...

Yep, I'm afraid that I was not able to see your post. Please post again and I'll let you know if I don't get it the second time.

Thanks
11-19-23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 276
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Welcome to BikeForums. Pictures will certainly...

Welcome to BikeForums. Pictures will certainly be helpful (actually essential) here, but you will need 10 posts total to be able to upload. This should be easy to achieve by adding a bit more info...
11-18-23, 08:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 368
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Most of the time this is caused cables or...

Most of the time this is caused cables or housing. The way I diagnose is to first detach the cable from the hub. If the shifter works well at this point (unlikely) then it's the hub. Then strip...
10-28-23, 05:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,843
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I find that when cycling, I am more likely to...

I find that when cycling, I am more likely to show myself as a better person by yelling "idiot" or "bonehead" at someone than when I am driving, where I am quite mellow.
10-13-23, 06:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 613
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I've had exactly what you describe happen once in...

I've had exactly what you describe happen once in decades of riding. It was a Jagwire cable that broke close to the barrel. Because of the pivoting motion of the lever, this area of the cable...
09-17-23, 12:47 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,992
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Totally disgusting. What is wrong with some...

Totally disgusting. What is wrong with some people?
08-30-23, 05:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,213
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Thia is great advice. I've volunteered at our...

Thia is great advice. I've volunteered at our local co-op for close to five years and can say that the the majority of the donated bikes that I've worked on of a similar quality level to your bikes. ...
08-08-23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,892
Posted By Moe Zhoost

So cool!

So cool!
08-06-23, 10:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By Moe Zhoost

The link between sewing machines and bikes is...

The link between sewing machines and bikes is strong. The three main 'high tech' industries in the late 1800s were bikes, sewing machines, and arms. When Albert Pope established his Columbia bike...
08-05-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By Moe Zhoost

For those bike enthusiasts who also have an appreciation for vintage sewing machines.

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07-15-23, 09:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,388
Posted By Moe Zhoost

The International Agency for Research on Cancer...

The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a branch of the World Health Association, classifies perineal use of talc-based body powder as "possibly" carcinogenic to humans but this was...
07-05-23, 12:51 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,535
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Opened Rema glue tubes can last for years. The...

Opened Rema glue tubes can last for years. The trick is to squeeze the air out of the tube so that there's a slight convex meniscus of glue peeking out the opening. Then screw the cap on tight.
07-04-23, 02:36 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,535
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Absolutely spot on recommendation here. Buy...

Absolutely spot on recommendation here. Buy quality patches and cement (I only use Rema TipTop), abrade the area well, let the glue dry sufficiently before applying the patch (patience is important...
07-04-23, 02:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 289
Posted By Moe Zhoost

There's a good chance that it's a cabling issue. ...

There's a good chance that it's a cabling issue. Some derailleurs (especially Shimano) are very sensitive to the way the cable routes to and attaches to the anchor bolt. It's not always intuitive....
Forum: Recumbent
07-04-23, 06:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 801
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Any thoughts about using a friction shifter?

Any thoughts about using a friction shifter?
07-03-23, 07:09 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,484
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Do you have a bike co-op in your area. If so,...

Do you have a bike co-op in your area. If so, and it's like the one that I volunteer at, they will have plenty of spare axles, cones, locknuts, etc.
07-02-23, 10:53 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,840
Posted By Moe Zhoost

If it's like the one on my car, it's a rotary...

If it's like the one on my car, it's a rotary switch mounted on a steering column stalk.
07-02-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 828
Posted By Moe Zhoost

No doubt the chain angles are accentuated by the...

No doubt the chain angles are accentuated by the short wheelbase. Nevertheless you shouldn't be having frequent chain drops. Is the chain dropping off the chain ring or is it happening at the rear...
06-29-23, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 624
Posted By Moe Zhoost

The seller didn't give you any more info than...

The seller didn't give you any more info than that it needs something? It could be that the issue is minor, but you have to ask yourself why doesn't the seller take care of this minor issue before...
06-27-23, 05:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 442
Posted By Moe Zhoost

When I was considering a conversion to 650B, I...

When I was considering a conversion to 650B, I created a 'story stick'. The term is used by woodworkers and means a stick with marks at the critical measurement points. My stick had a hole drilled...
06-27-23, 08:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,255
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I think Shimano have an e-rated Alfine in both 8...

I think Shimano have an e-rated Alfine in both 8 and 11. I haven't looked at them in a while, but I was considering one of them when I add a motor to my trike. They would likely still have that 2:1...
06-26-23, 03:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,091
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Can you repost without the sound track. I'd like...

Can you repost without the sound track. I'd like to hear what you may have said when this happened. :lol:
06-25-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 658
Posted By Moe Zhoost

You may be able to fit a five speed freewheel hub...

You may be able to fit a five speed freewheel hub and a claw type derailleur. Shifting will likely be friction only. Don't spend too much time and money on it - just enjoy it for what it is.
06-20-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 828
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I replaced a hub bearing on a Shengyi hub for a...

I replaced a hub bearing on a Shengyi hub for a friend with a Rad Power bike. The job was straight forward; howver it required a complete delacing of the rim from the hub in order to separate the...
06-18-23, 06:25 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,473
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Time to close this thread. No doubt the OP has...

Time to close this thread. No doubt the OP has moved on.
Replies: 8
Views: 939
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Yep, I brazed new stops on to convert to 3-speed....

Yep, I brazed new stops on to convert to 3-speed. I usually hesitate to add braze-ons to vintage frames, but this one was not anywhere near high end and thus was great for experimentation.
Replies: 8
Views: 939
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Thanks but nope. I personally bought the frame...

Thanks but nope. I personally bought the frame and fork in 1978 and I don't think I bought an extremely rare prototype of something that Nishiki had planned for the mid 80s. Also not a unicrown...
06-14-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By Moe Zhoost

It actually is pretty well done. I took a lot of...

It actually is pretty well done. I took a lot of time to route the wires and position the controls.



Yep that's what I was thinking too. I bought the bike used for $300 and the motor kit and...
Replies: 8
Views: 939
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Late 70s Nishiki something or other.

So I was visiting the Bike Warehouse Outlet near Youngstown, Ohio (before they became Bike Nashbar), when I saw a nice bare steel frame with a chrome Tange fork hanging in the rafters. It was...
Replies: 13
Views: 1,356
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Mid 70s Raleigh Sports

I'll be putting this bike up for sale soon and wanted some learned opinions about what it may bring. It is a nice, mostly original Raleigh Sports with relatively low use. Hub is dated 3-75. Brooks...
06-09-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By Moe Zhoost

There's quite a bit of effort to convert it back;...

There's quite a bit of effort to convert it back; perhaps 5-6 hours. What I'll probably do is offer it as an e-bike first and see what happens. Thanks
06-09-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 810
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Question about selling a bike with motor conversion.

I am contemplating selling a nice Trek FS2 that's been converted with a mid-drive motor. I can sell it as is or remove the motorizing bits to revert to original configuration. Any recommendations...
06-07-23, 09:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 621
Posted By Moe Zhoost

My guess was Tange as well. When you say...

My guess was Tange as well. When you say 'shorter' do you mean the steerer tube? If so, headset stack height may be an issue, though a few mm is not a big deal.
06-07-23, 09:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,394
Posted By Moe Zhoost

It depends on the sturdiness of your baskets and...

It depends on the sturdiness of your baskets and where they are mounted. I used a Blackburn rear rack with panniers and sometimes carried as much as 30 pounds during my commute.
06-04-23, 06:20 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,488
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I've heard some promising rumors about these...

I've heard some promising rumors about these motors, but have not talked to anyone with first hand experience. I'd certainly like to hear some more.
Forum: Recumbent
05-20-23, 06:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,185
Posted By Moe Zhoost

That Shift Star product looks like a good...

That Shift Star product looks like a good solution, although a bit pricey. Their other adaptability products are nice as well.
05-19-23, 07:13 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 5,010
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Not much there except just another internet...

Not much there except just another internet opinion, which seems to be more related to tire life than ride, handling, or other factors like diameter on 4WD vehicles. It doesn't really relate to bike...
05-19-23, 06:58 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 5,010
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Just curious, do you have any sort of reference...

Just curious, do you have any sort of reference or citation describing the logic behind such a recommendation. At face value, it sounds to me like a rough rule-of-thumb of dubious origin, but if...
05-19-23, 06:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 496
Posted By Moe Zhoost

I'm not sure that an additional liner, DIY or...

I'm not sure that an additional liner, DIY or otherwise, would do much to prevent pinch flats. I hope it works for you, though.
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