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Forum: Pills and Ills
11-05-22, 09:47 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,096
Posted By reconnaissance

Ah, the ringing, ringing, ringing in my ears....

Ah, the ringing, ringing, ringing in my ears. It’s my own head generating white noise. It is my understanding that is caused by the brain trying to autotune and balance your hearing but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-22, 07:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,040
Posted By reconnaissance

I should add that there is a concept of...

I should add that there is a concept of diminished value, which essentially is the loss of value of a vehicle because it has been in a collision, and because it was in a collision, a potential buyer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-22, 05:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,040
Posted By reconnaissance

Sorry about the misfortune. I know a little about...

Sorry about the misfortune. I know a little about property insurance claims and hope what I have to add to the others’ comments will be useful to you.

The principle you’re wrestling against is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-22, 05:18 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,732
Posted By reconnaissance

Someone who bicycle commuted in business attire...

Someone who bicycle commuted in business attire told me that making a seat cover out of pantyhose will reduce the wear on your pants. I don’t know if it actually does.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-22, 06:50 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,904
Posted By reconnaissance

As with most adhesive applications, surface prep...

As with most adhesive applications, surface prep is of highest consideration.
1) clean of the waxy parting compound from the tube with a solvent (acetone, isopropyl alcohol, etc) soaked rag, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-22, 10:23 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,120,789
Posted By reconnaissance

I just can’t let go of a good bike. There aren’t...

I just can’t let go of a good bike. There aren’t many like it. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,580
Posted By reconnaissance

Hi - some info you might be able to use: the...

Hi - some info you might be able to use: the original seatpost was 27.2. The original paint was Dupont Imron (urethane based) and the head tube would have been a deep maroon color. Here’s my 850,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-22, 12:07 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 598
Posted By reconnaissance

I would wipe the brake pad faces with isopropyl...

I would wipe the brake pad faces with isopropyl alcohol, the rims as well. They’ll stilll squeak for a couple of rides, but will go away. That pedal noise is an indicator of a bearing in need of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-22, 11:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 317
Posted By reconnaissance

There’s a stainless steel band that wraps around...

There’s a stainless steel band that wraps around the handlebar, which “hooks” to a fastener underneath that bracket. Just loosen the nut on the bracket and you’ll see how it goes’. Hopefully the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-27-22, 10:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,929
Posted By reconnaissance

Just want to point out that actual true anodizing...

Just want to point out that actual true anodizing penetrates into the surface of the aluminum and serves to prevent corrosion and also hardens the aluminum as far as the anodization penetrates. So...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-22, 02:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 602
Posted By reconnaissance

yes. Pushed right out.

yes. Pushed right out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-22, 09:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 602
Posted By reconnaissance

I did this axle swap on my Cannondale SM600 of...

I did this axle swap on my Cannondale SM600 of the same vintage as your bike. No issues at all, same lock nuts and axle nuts reused on chromoly QR axles. Easy swapover. Been riding it this way for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-22, 10:11 PM
Replies: 197
Views: 8,082
Posted By reconnaissance

not a lost cause,as this can be TIG welded. Look...

not a lost cause,as this can be TIG welded. Look for a specialty welding shop, take them the frame with the fork and headset removed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-21, 09:20 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 7,721
Posted By reconnaissance

You might like “DreamRiders” 2008. I sure did. ...

You might like “DreamRiders” 2008. I sure did.

Review from IMDB:

A father and his son, separated through divorce, rejoined on pavement, fueled by a dream: These are the DreamRiders. Choosing to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-21, 09:54 PM
Replies: 617
Views: 82,765
Posted By reconnaissance

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Here’s my humble Trek 510
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-21, 07:52 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 10,617
Posted By reconnaissance

Seems to be a trend. I had the same sort of...

Seems to be a trend. I had the same sort of experience in a San Antonio motorcycle shop when I asked the parts guy for a hose clamp for an 8mm fuel injection line for my Ducati. Said that I would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-21, 10:24 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 5,956
Posted By reconnaissance

Phil Wood grease will quiet your pawls..

Phil Wood grease will quiet your pawls..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-21, 07:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 861
Posted By reconnaissance

if the OP doesnt need that left side arm, I could...

if the OP doesnt need that left side arm, I could use it if its 170mm. Please let me know.

mike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-21, 09:46 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 28,923
Posted By reconnaissance

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-21, 05:25 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By reconnaissance

if the motorist was at fault and had insurance...

if the motorist was at fault and had insurance then you’re owed a settlement equal to the actual cash value of your bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-21, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,810
Posted By reconnaissance

Did you not read that he was dealing with tape...

Did you not read that he was dealing with tape shorter than would cover the entire bar? So the top bar is wrapped in the customary direction (heaven forbid light colored tape should get dirty). It’s...
Forum: Southwest
02-12-21, 07:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 845
Posted By reconnaissance

Considering the temperature differential between...

Considering the temperature differential between Independence Pass and the Sonoran desert, sounds like an interesting ride. Spring, or Fall seasons would probably provide the most temperate weather.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-21, 07:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,810
Posted By reconnaissance

I think the bar tape wrap job looks great!

I think the bar tape wrap job looks great!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-21, 07:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,024
Posted By reconnaissance

You may be able to help clear those jet holes wit...

You may be able to help clear those jet holes wit a piece of guitar string. Carburetor float level is an area of concern as well and must be properly adjusted. Too low and symptoms like yours appear.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-21, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 513
Posted By reconnaissance

On close inspection, the brake adjustment barrel...

On close inspection, the brake adjustment barrel is there, just doing what they do when the cable is missing—flopped upside down. be careful not to lose it if it falls out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 09:40 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 672,346
Posted By reconnaissance

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My 510
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 734
Posted By reconnaissance

The anomalous hub also has a freshly-machined...

The anomalous hub also has a freshly-machined profile visible where the tube meets the flange, whereas on the other hub the tube meets the flange with a more gradual radius profile. Has this been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 09:19 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 76,249
Posted By reconnaissance

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 09:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,843
Posted By reconnaissance

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This is my trail bike. 2.5” front and 2.3” rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-21, 08:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,944
Posted By reconnaissance

Thirteen year old me rode one with the Whizzer...

Thirteen year old me rode one with the Whizzer motor. Noisy and oily but a lot of fun!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-20, 05:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,330
Posted By reconnaissance

It’s a flat spot due to denting.

It’s a flat spot due to denting.
Forum: Introductions
12-26-20, 08:58 AM
Replies: 4
Hey
Views: 537
Posted By reconnaissance

Hey. I used to live in Spokane and really enjoyed...

Hey. I used to live in Spokane and really enjoyed riding that hill with all the radio antennas on it. There was a really nice property owner that built a gate through his own lot so we could access...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-25-20, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 631
Posted By reconnaissance

I have a dia compe u-brake if you’re interested....

I have a dia compe u-brake if you’re interested. I’ll post a pic tomorrow.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-20, 10:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,748
Posted By reconnaissance

We seem about the same age, but I grew up in...

We seem about the same age, but I grew up in rural Idaho so I have a little different perspective. Consolidating the high school brought students in from all over our county. Riding the bus was...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-23-20, 05:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,903
Posted By reconnaissance

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80mm between tubes, 60mm tire width, so a generous...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-23-20, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,903
Posted By reconnaissance

I’ll grab some in line photos later today.

I’ll grab some in line photos later today.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-20, 09:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,624
Posted By reconnaissance

I wish you the best in your vocational endeavors....

I wish you the best in your vocational endeavors. In my 45 years of wage-earning in mostly automotive related work, eight years in aviation mechanics, my four year stint at a bike shop (while...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-23-20, 08:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,903
Posted By reconnaissance

Ha! It does look that way. It’s an optical...

Ha! It does look that way. It’s an optical illusion because you’re seeing it directly inline. From the front you would see the curve of the cable.
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-22-20, 09:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,903
Posted By reconnaissance

Another Stumpjumper for the old man

I just finished a re-build of an 1997 Specialized Stumpjumper 1997. Some parts came from Australia, some from local private sellers and since the local the local Specialized dealer was out of all 26”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-20, 08:40 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 18,434
Posted By reconnaissance

It’s not often I see the suntour triple pulley...

It’s not often I see the suntour triple pulley cage. I installed one on my Cannondale mountain bike which had 24” rear wheel and I was concerned about having higher clearance in the rocky and brushy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-20, 11:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By reconnaissance

this is the way.

this is the way.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-20-20, 05:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By reconnaissance

Impressive. I browsed the website and agree the...

Impressive. I browsed the website and agree the build quality and thought put into the geometry choices is intelligent. I could see myself owning one.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-20, 01:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By reconnaissance

I guess I wasn’t clear enough. The photos you see...

I guess I wasn’t clear enough. The photos you see show it put back together—my way of preventing parts loss until I figure out a tool. I began my story with 1) the axle out 2) the ND bearing cap out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-20, 01:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By reconnaissance

The end cap we’re looking at here is made of...

The end cap we’re looking at here is made of steel. I checked the wheel serial number on the Mavic site but it returns nothing so I assume it is an early type no longer in the catalog.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-20, 10:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By reconnaissance

Some are suggesting using a plastic tool with...

Some are suggesting using a plastic tool with molded plastic pins and to clarify I want to show you the plastic pins are designed to work on the opposite side, which turns very easily:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-20, 06:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,631
Posted By reconnaissance

that pin spanner is for the cap on the other...

that pin spanner is for the cap on the other side. The freehub side is torqued on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-20, 09:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,521
Posted By reconnaissance

My Bianchi Virata, 1993: ...

My Bianchi Virata, 1993:


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,768
Posted By reconnaissance

Inside job.

Inside job.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-17-20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,582
Posted By reconnaissance

Why not keep it “pure” and use a piece of a spoke...

Why not keep it “pure” and use a piece of a spoke instead of a nail?
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