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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 95
Posted By bike_forum_geek

oooppss, I meant I need lock ring tools. I...

oooppss, I meant I need lock ring tools. I changed the original post.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 95
Posted By bike_forum_geek

lock nut tools - which ones, how many?

hi there forum-ers. I'm working on a Specialized HotRock kids bike. The crank arms had some wobble. When I tried to loosen the lock ring with my Park tool HCW5, the tool tooth is too big for this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 388
Posted By bike_forum_geek

thank you

thank you
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 388
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Derailleur barrel adjusters for my toolkit....

Hey there Forum-ers, I volunteer at a couple non-profits repairing donated bikes. Sometimes I take bikes home to repair. I run into missing barrel adjusters on old cable housing. There's many...
Forum: For Sale
10-16-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 364
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Hi there, it's in very good condition. I have a...

Hi there, it's in very good condition. I have a rear wheel left, it comes with the 29" tire. The hub is 148mm long.

The front/rear set have been sold.
Forum: For Sale
10-07-23, 03:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 364
Posted By bike_forum_geek

RACEFACE Turbine2 29" wheels with Vault 414 hubs - very good condition

$100 + delivery - RACEFACE 29" Turbine2 rear wheel with Vault 414 hub - 28 hole - 12x148 mm dimensions

Specs:https://www.raceface.com/products/vault-j-bend-hub-32h?variant=31976316928082

Comes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

user error! Here's the final update. Hayes...

user error! Here's the final update.

Hayes Dyno hydraulic brake master cylinder bleed hole screw requires Torx wrench to remove. Using a 2mm wrench was my mistake.

Hayes support techs are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

It's a long story. I still need to bleed this...

It's a long story. I still need to bleed this thing and replace the screw, which seems like a problem, apparently they're hard to find.

I used the magnet on the screw as it came out, if it hit the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

I reread your post, you were first with the small...

I reread your post, you were first with the small Torx idea. You share "best comment of this thread award", Thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-23, 09:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Yea man! Not t7 but t9 torx, with a magnet got it...

Yea man! Not t7 but t9 torx, with a magnet got it done. You win the "winning comment of this thread" award, Thank you!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-23, 06:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks, I just stumbled on this part too. For $10...

Thanks, I just stumbled on this part too. For $10 it might be worth trying it. Can anyone see why this wouldn't work?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

good idea, but the screw won't hold the wrench...

Thanks, I tried, the screw won't hold, and 3/32 is too big. I'll see if heat will help..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 704
Posted By bike_forum_geek

2 mm screw stipped - is there an easy out tool to fit?

Hi bike forum-ers. I'm trying to bleed a Hayes Dyno hydraulic brake lever. While attempting to remove the 2 mm bleed hole screw, I notice it's stripped. I can't find an easy out tool that small. And,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 646
Posted By bike_forum_geek

I have most other tools that I need. I...

I have most other tools that I need. I occasionally take home bikes to work on, usually older bikes with wobbly crank arms.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 646
Posted By bike_forum_geek

thanks for the response, I have most other tools...

thanks for the response, I have most other tools I need. I'm working with older bikes, I get several with loose or wobbly crank arms, if that helps.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 646
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks for the response, occasionally I'll take...

Thanks for the response, occasionally I'll take bikes home from the shop to repair.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-23, 11:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 646
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks for the response. Yea I get it, I’ll...

Thanks for the response. Yea I get it, I’ll figure out what I work on most and go from there. Crank puller for sure….
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-23, 11:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 646
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks I’m also checking with our pro’s. We have...

Thanks I’m also checking with our pro’s. We have a robust tool set at our shop. This request is to build out my personal toolkit
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-23, 10:17 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 646
Posted By bike_forum_geek

building my toolkit for bottom bracket work

Hey Forum-ers, I need advice for working on bottom brackets, I don't do much of this work. I work at a non-profit community bike shop. We get donated bikes to repair and give (most) away....
Forum: For Sale
08-04-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 416
Posted By bike_forum_geek

2000's Medici Amore Specialissimo - 56 cm

SOLD! $300 - thank you. early 2000's Medici Amore Specialissimo - 56 cm - $250 - Aluminum frame, Carbon fork, Campangola Chrous 9 speed derailleur, Recoro brakes, FSA carbon crank arms, Campangola...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-30-23, 10:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 964
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thank you. Once I have better pictures, will...

Thank you. Once I have better pictures, will list it with those numbers in mind. Agreed on buyers market.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-30-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 964
Posted By bike_forum_geek

believe that's Campagnolo rear derailleur, not...

believe that's Campagnolo rear derailleur, not top end.. Mr66, good guess on the year, the owner says it's early 2000's. I'll get details and better pics, later this week. Thank you.
Forum: For Sale
07-29-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 246
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Profile Designs Airstryke Aero Bars - excellent condition - $50

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x768/img_3166_470e1e77aa8c8ef9c56da5ae0b69e93ad0cec5c7.jpeg
SOLD (On Ebay) - $30 - Profile Designs Airstryke Aero Bars - excellent condition...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-29-23, 10:22 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 964
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Medici Amore Specialissimo - 56 cm - what year? what's it worth?

Hey there bike forum-ers, need your help identifying year and value of this discontinued Medici, Amore, Specialissimo. We got this at our non-profit bike shop as a donation. It's in excellent...
Forum: For Sale
07-29-23, 10:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 537
Posted By bike_forum_geek

2001 TREK 5900 USPS superlight - 62cm

SOLD! for $400 locally - 2001 TREK 5900 USPS superlight - 62cm - $500 - Ultralight carbon frame and fork, Rolf Sestriere wheels, Shimano crank, size 62 cm - see images for more details. Proceeds...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-25-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,399
Posted By bike_forum_geek

thank you for the response and tips. our shop is...

thank you for the response and tips. our shop is located in the San Francisco Bay area. Lots of riders, though I agree, the used bicycle market is soft. Will post results, when I get some.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-25-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,399
Posted By bike_forum_geek

what's it worth? 2001 TREK 5900 USPS superlight

Hey there bike forum-ers. I need your help putting a value on this 2001 TREK 5900 USPS superlight. Bicycle blue book doesn't have a 5900 in it's catalog. Check the images. This one is 62cm, so only a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,279
Posted By bike_forum_geek

thanks for the replies. I'll give it another try,...

thanks for the replies. I'll give it another try, it seems indestructible and it's design seems to avoid pinches if used properly. Can't have enough tire levers in the kit. Thanks again.

by the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-23, 01:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,279
Posted By bike_forum_geek

what is this tool?

Hi there Forum-ers, See attached,
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/502x1455/img_3067_002__0e65cf873405ae2c207126bd701b7eeac7c36085.jpeg
can't figure out what this tool is.......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-02-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,777
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks for the response. The bike sold for $175...

Thanks for the response. The bike sold for $175 to a dad buying it for his kid. He rode one as a teen. Thanks to the posters who got it right.
Forum: BMX
02-27-23, 07:07 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 727
Posted By bike_forum_geek

2007 Diamondback BMX - model #? value?

Hi BMX forum peoples - I work at a community bike shop, we received a Diamondback BMX see image. It's repaired and good condition. I was able to find the year from Diamondback support, but not the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-12-23, 12:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,969
Posted By bike_forum_geek

yea, I'm trying, but, there's no "one way" to do...

yea, I'm trying, but, there's no "one way" to do this. Each manufacturer is different, some work with serial number, others rely on images. Some no longer exist, K2, for instance. In one case the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-12-23, 12:05 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 993
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks for your reply. I tend to use this as...

Thanks for your reply.

I tend to use this as a guide: https://www.bicyclebluebook.com/value-guide/2004%20K2%20Zed%201.0?condition=GOOD

That's why I try to get the accurate date....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-23, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,969
Posted By bike_forum_geek

" Do the date codes match?" Thanks for the...

" Do the date codes match?" Thanks for the response, where do I find the date codes? I'll check Cannondale bad boy images....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,969
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Cannondale CAD3 - what year and what's it worth?

Hey there, we received a Cannondale CAD3 at our community bike shop. I'll call the product support line Monday, but, in the meantime, can you forum-ers help? Check the image. The serial number is...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 993
Posted By bike_forum_geek

K2 ZED 1.0 - what year and what's it worth?

Hi there Forum-ers, I can't find support info on the web for K2bikes. We had one donated in good condition, we'd like to raise funds by selling. Check the image. Can you tell what year it is, it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-23, 11:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 788
Posted By bike_forum_geek

thank you, one of our techs had one back in the...

thank you, one of our techs had one back in the day. He'll get it road ready. Thanks all.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-05-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 586
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thank you. We repair donated bikes at a community...

Thank you. We repair donated bikes at a community bike shop. Your $ value opinions helps fund operations.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-04-23, 07:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 586
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Specialized Rockhopper Comp - what year is it? WHat's it worth?

HI there forum-ers, see attached image. I have a Specialized Rockhopper I'm working on. It's in good condition, at least it will be when I'm done :=)

I'm trying to put a value on it, but, I can't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-31-23, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 788
Posted By bike_forum_geek

what year is my Chimayo Backroads?

Hi there forum-ers. I can't find anything on this (see attached). I read it's a Fuji, but the serial number doesn't fit the publicly available cross reference. Can one of you knowledgeable forum...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-24-23, 12:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,777
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thank you. I dropped the price to $475. Seems...

Thank you. I dropped the price to $475. Seems there's some interest. We'll see.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-22-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,777
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thank you for the response. I'll adjust the...

Thank you for the response. I'll adjust the price, and description.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-21-23, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,777
Posted By bike_forum_geek

Thanks for the response. Vintage is supposed to...

Thanks for the response. Vintage is supposed to have a timeline that defines it, but the opinions on what is a vintage bike varies. Generally, what I can find, 20 years denotes vintage, 100 antique. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-20-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,777
Posted By bike_forum_geek

thanks for the info. Can I claim this to be...

thanks for the info. Can I claim this to be vintage? The definition is hard to pin down. Agreed on time better spent on repairs, than EBAY. Also, any tips on dealing with scammers who might want to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-18-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,777
Posted By bike_forum_geek

1997 GT Interceptor BMX - can you help value?

Hi there, our community bike shop repaired this 1997 GT Interceptor BMX. I replaced the free wheel, not sure if the brake calipers are original. This is in very good condition.

As I was...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-11-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 469
Posted By bike_forum_geek

I ended up with this combination. PROS: feels...

I ended up with this combination. PROS: feels like good protection, though I'm more mindful of speed to avoid crashing. CONS: restrictive, but workable; and harder to gear up, the wrist guards barely...
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