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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-15, 03:01 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 158,942
Posted By kwcahart

I finally got the '95 R300/500 on the road. It...

I finally got the '95 R300/500 on the road. It rides great, shifts smooth, stops good. I had a picture but it is somewhere in la la land in the clouds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-15, 06:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,819
Posted By kwcahart

Something else you might want to check is that...

Something else you might want to check is that the dropouts are really aligned with each other, and vertical with the bike. I was working on a six speed that was doing the same thing yours is doing....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-15, 04:21 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,381
Posted By kwcahart

If I were going on a ride like that, I would...

If I were going on a ride like that, I would definitely want new tires and tubes. New tires and tubes give you a secure feeling on a long ride. Be sure to get a patch kit and extra tubes to take...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-15, 05:04 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,749
Posted By kwcahart

I bought a Spin Doctor G3 Pro, I really like it,...

I bought a Spin Doctor G3 Pro, I really like it, it is easy to clamp, and will turn a bike just about any angle you can imagine. It folds up and stands in a corner all by itself.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 09:32 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 12,037
Posted By kwcahart

Is this thread for real? Is this one of those...

Is this thread for real? Is this one of those "lets see who will actually reply to this really @#$%^& question" threads? Come on, that's really the only aerosol can you have that has a red straw? ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 09:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 946
Posted By kwcahart

Can't you just drill the crank bolt and use an...

Can't you just drill the crank bolt and use an extractor? I've taken out several broken bolts this way. Just be sure to lube the bolt first, maybe with Kroil. They sell "extractor" bits as a kit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-15, 08:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,534
Posted By kwcahart

Have you thought about leaving your rear stuff...

Have you thought about leaving your rear stuff alone and going with a triple chain ring? I did and am VERY happy with it, gives me 24 gears, and with the "granny" low ring of 26 it is wonderful on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-15, 01:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,189
Posted By kwcahart

That is probably why it won't shift correctly. A...

That is probably why it won't shift correctly. A picture would be worth a thousand words. I've never seen a derailleur that wasn't solid mounted by a bolt/screw, but then I haven't seen all the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-15, 10:47 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,714
Posted By kwcahart

I'm no expert, but I do know that "some" KMC...

I'm no expert, but I do know that "some" KMC chains are directional. If this is one of them the concave sideplate should be on the outside. I bought a non-directional chain and both sideplates are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-15, 02:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,799
Posted By kwcahart

There is a really good YouTube video on doing...

There is a really good YouTube video on doing just what you are talking about.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-15, 01:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 988
Posted By kwcahart

To answer another one of your questions, there...

To answer another one of your questions, there are two types of cranksets. One has a JIS square tapered spindle that the arms mount on, and the other is called "octalink". They are totally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-15, 08:52 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 12,791
Posted By kwcahart

I forgot to say, some of the tools you need for...

I forgot to say, some of the tools you need for bikes are unique to working on bikes. Some of the tools you will already have. I suggest you buy the best tools you can afford, my preference is MAC...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 145
Views: 12,791
Posted By kwcahart

You will learn to love the hobby. I had a good...

You will learn to love the hobby. I had a good friend give me a '95 Cannondale R300/500 that had sat in his shed for over 10 years. The grease in the brifters was so hard they wouldn't work at all....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-15, 08:30 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,149
Posted By kwcahart

Another option, go to your local parts store and...

Another option, go to your local parts store and buy a headlight polishing kit. It will include some 3000 grit sandpaper and some super super fine polishing compound that you can use on plastic to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-15, 03:15 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,889
Posted By kwcahart

Well, ok. Thanks.

Well, ok. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-15, 04:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,892
Posted By kwcahart

Kroil. The best of the best to loosen rusted...

Kroil. The best of the best to loosen rusted frozen screws. Might take a week of soaking, but it will usually loosen rusted in screws. I've seen it work on bolts on farm machinery that were left...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-15, 04:32 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,889
Posted By kwcahart

Pictures??

I honestly have looked and I can't find the proper/correct/working size for a picture to be posted here on the forums. I know there are several sizes that probably would work, but I'm looking for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-15, 04:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,961
Posted By kwcahart

67tony, that is EXACTLY what I was looking for! ...

67tony, that is EXACTLY what I was looking for! Thanks a million. Also I found a set on eBay with the box and papers for $11+ shipping so I ordered them just for the brackets and screws and such. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-15, 01:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,961
Posted By kwcahart

Shimano 600 Shifters

Does anyone know where I can get a parts break down, instruction sheet for these shifters? I have the shifter but not the screw that holds them on, and I don't have the base they mount on. ********** ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-15, 01:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,757
Posted By kwcahart

I have a '95 R300/500, the serial number is...

I have a '95 R300/500, the serial number is similiar to yours, but is GB B1 0301. ? The GB is Feb, 1995 but I don't have a clue what the B1 0301 is.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-15, 12:59 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,848
Posted By kwcahart

It sounds like your big chainring might be bent...

It sounds like your big chainring might be bent just a tiny bit, and just in one place. Check that.
Forum: Texas Regional Rides and Events
02-10-15, 12:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,370
Posted By kwcahart

Me too. I had never been to all the Missions so...

Me too. I had never been to all the Missions so I just rode slow and low, very nice ride, met some nice people.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-15, 11:51 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 13,295
Posted By kwcahart

I'm 5'8" and I have two 50cm bikes that fit me...

I'm 5'8" and I have two 50cm bikes that fit me perfect. But, you need to ride the bigger bike to see if it fits you.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-15, 11:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 599
Posted By kwcahart

Which one do you still have? If you have the...

Which one do you still have? If you have the right (drive side) you still have the chainrings so you only need the crank arm. If you only have the left side (non drive side) then you might as well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-15, 08:05 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 695
Posted By kwcahart

Bike Swap San Antonio

They are having a bike swap in San Antonio tomorrow at "Danny Boys Burgers". 1537 W Summit, 10 til ???
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-15, 07:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,022
Posted By kwcahart

Here are a couple of tools I made out of stuff I...

Here are a couple of tools I made out of stuff I had laying around the shop.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-15, 09:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,022
Posted By kwcahart

I bought two of those, one for the seat bag on...

I bought two of those, one for the seat bag on both road bikes. I also made one for the shop out of an old electrical tool. The tips were already thin enough to go inside the chain so all I had to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 01:40 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 9,219
Posted By kwcahart

I know what you mean. I got mine at Performance...

I know what you mean. I got mine at Performance Bike in San Antonio.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 12:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 7,977
Posted By kwcahart

I just put a new chain on my Fuji, I just counted...

I just put a new chain on my Fuji, I just counted the links on the factory chain, 107, and cut my new chain to match. Simple.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-15, 11:09 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 9,219
Posted By kwcahart

I just bought one of those tools at a LBS for...

I just bought one of those tools at a LBS for $6.99 + tax. I usually shop online to get prices, then decide where to buy.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-15, 01:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 987
Posted By kwcahart

I had a similar problem. I marked the tire and...

I had a similar problem. I marked the tire and tube both, then removed the tube. I submerged the tube in water and found the leak. Then I re-positioned the tube on top of the tire and marked the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-15, 11:46 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,865
Posted By kwcahart

My bikes wouldn't be $2000 added together and...

My bikes wouldn't be $2000 added together and multiplied. I can see both sides of the question, and I think I'll add a kickstand. What would be really neat would be a small lightweight folding...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-15, 04:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,258
Posted By kwcahart

Instead of all these riders telling you what you...

Instead of all these riders telling you what you REALLY should do besides what you want to do, call a couple of your local bike shops and ask them if they have a carbon bike with a triple like you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-15, 03:57 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,865
Posted By kwcahart

Papa Tom, it always amazes me why people get all...

Papa Tom, it always amazes me why people get all riled up on a forum. Good Grief, we are talking about having fun on a bicycle, not brain surgery or leaping over tall buildings!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-15, 03:55 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,865
Posted By kwcahart

Good answers, thanks to all. Okay, kickstand on...

Good answers, thanks to all. Okay, kickstand on my old MTB, not the road bikes. Nuff said.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-15, 11:17 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,865
Posted By kwcahart

Ha ha, good point for sure.

Ha ha, good point for sure.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-15, 09:43 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,865
Posted By kwcahart

Kickstand???

I've always wondered why people ride $2000 plus bikes on the charity rides I go on and at the rest stops just lay the bike down in gravel, wet grass, blacktop, etc, etc. Wouldn't a kick stand be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-15, 09:39 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

As I said before, it's a 1995 Cannondale R300...

As I said before, it's a 1995 Cannondale R300 that has the same shifter group as the R500. The '95 Cannondale catalog says the R300 has downtube shifters and a double crankset, but my R300 has RSX...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-15, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,124
Posted By kwcahart

And, they make adapters for the 31.8 clamps to...

And, they make adapters for the 31.8 clamps to work on 28.6, so if you find a 410 31.8 you are good to go.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-15, 02:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

I think I'll move on. I've had plenty of advice,...

I think I'll move on. I've had plenty of advice, mostly not what I asked for. I do know how to count to seven, and I have a very precise electronic caliper set so I CAN measure the spacing of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-15, 08:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

As I wrote previously, I know the original owner...

As I wrote previously, I know the original owner quite well, and he bought the bike brand new and has never changed anything. It has the original Mavic 195 wheels that the Cannondale '95 catalog...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-25-15, 08:07 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 20,383
Posted By kwcahart

Well me and myself are not interested in...

Well me and myself are not interested in disputing either one, if Sheldon Brown and Park Tools say it's so, that's good enough for me. I'm moving on.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-15, 08:00 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 20,383
Posted By kwcahart

According to Park Tools "big blue book of bike...

According to Park Tools "big blue book of bike repair" and also Sheldon Brown, you adjust the cones so there is a tiny bit of play that is taken up by the QR when it is tightened. Since they both...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-23-15, 10:17 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 14,075
Posted By kwcahart

I just ordered some Chain-L. I need it today! ...

I just ordered some Chain-L. I need it today! ha ha. Okay, tomorrow then.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-23-15, 10:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

alcjphil, I was wrong, the R500 also had a seven...

alcjphil, I was wrong, the R500 also had a seven speed group, with a triple which is what this R300 has. The spacing is 130 mm so it may well have an eight speed cassette. I will try to measure it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-23-15, 09:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

Yes, the spacing is 130 mm, I measured it with an...

Yes, the spacing is 130 mm, I measured it with an electronic caliper so the wheel would take an eight or nine speed cassette with no problem. Also there is a spacer on the inside of the cassette so...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-15, 04:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

Oh well, it was a thought. Thanks. I was going...

Oh well, it was a thought. Thanks. I was going to configure my '95 Cannondale to about the same as my newer Fuji which is a 3 X 8. I'll just change the gear ratios and be happy with it. I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-15, 03:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,047
Posted By kwcahart

7 speed to 8 speed

I've read so much about this I'm totally confused. I have read it is okay, but only if you do this or this. I've read it will work just fine. I've read that it won't work at all. ???? I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-15, 01:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,466
Posted By kwcahart

The last six or eight packages I've had shipped...

The last six or eight packages I've had shipped through UPS (United Parcel Service) was handed off to the USPS (United States Postal Service), so, yes, it does happen a lot now without you knowing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-15, 12:38 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,461
Posted By kwcahart

Compact doubles are a fad. Stick with the...

Compact doubles are a fad. Stick with the triples to give you a really smooth wide range of gears. I have two road bikes with triples, and they are great. If I were going to replace either one of...
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