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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 294
Posted By Mickey2

You will find replacement part on ebay, both nos...

You will find replacement part on ebay, both nos or used. It is mostly about identifying model and searching. I once had an old Shimano shifter not working, and when I took it off and looked inside,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-22, 12:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 381
Posted By Mickey2

Shimano roller brake replacement

I have a simple 3 speed bike with a Shimano roller brake. It's the black model with shiny metal outer cap, with out the visible cooling disk and looks very much like model BR-IM31-RF...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-22, 05:16 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,842
Posted By Mickey2

I have seen gaffer tape (or any other brand name)...

I have seen gaffer tape (or any other brand name) used as rim tape. Coroplast is another brand that probably has provided polyester, achrylic and various technical tapes for two or three generations...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-22, 06:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,976
Posted By Mickey2

In a race no doubt. In a relatively short, every...

In a race no doubt. In a relatively short, every day ride; negligible. In every day communting it might save a couple of minutes. I doubt the difference will leave many of us any more or less...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,976
Posted By Mickey2

We spend this on a good racer when any...

We spend this on a good racer when any improvement matter. I'm not sure the priority is there for a commuter or touring situation when other factors like puncture resistance enters into the picture....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-22, 04:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,976
Posted By Mickey2

Interesting points in the replies. I like 28"...

Interesting points in the replies. I like 28" wheels, tires with sleek pattern and I swear hard pumped tires roll better. New tires are always nice but I have not tought much about the tubes, maybe I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-22, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,057
Posted By Mickey2

Thanks for the reply, all of you. I don't mind it...

Thanks for the reply, all of you. I don't mind it being late at all. The only problem is I didn't notice until now. The subject is still on my mind.

Is the picture of the rusty gear of an old SA...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-21, 01:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 463
Posted By Mickey2

Nexus Shimano 3 speed adjustment

I have what looks like a Chinese made Nexus 3 speed hub, with a grip shifter. The first gear on the shifter (handle bar end) has some kind of Chinese (possibly Japanese?) signs, and the other two...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-21, 01:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,057
Posted By Mickey2

Good to hear. The last hub I added a bit of oil...

Good to hear. The last hub I added a bit of oil to was a rather new and little used Nexus 3 speed, with a push in rod or bell crank. A bit of oil in there and it ran smoother, it was about 3 days...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-21, 12:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,057
Posted By Mickey2

I have a monologue with my self here, but I have...

I have a monologue with my self here, but I have found another video of a guy dipping the internal axle assembly in automatic transmission fluid. the result was better shifting and parts engaging...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-21, 09:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,057
Posted By Mickey2

No reply yet, hub gears are the hardest to get...

No reply yet, hub gears are the hardest to get advice or feedback on. A guy on youtube said the axle on these are solid, so oil through there is not an option. The next step may be find someone who...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-18-21, 08:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,853
Posted By Mickey2

Like mentioned, I assume most (so called)...

Like mentioned, I assume most (so called) upgrades are building or fixup projects of a bike or frame we already have. Finding parts at a good price happens often enough. Gears are worn down, rims,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-18-21, 05:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,057
Posted By Mickey2

Sturmey Archer 5 speed

Is anyone familiar with the current 5 speed hubs, Sturmey Archer RXL-RD5? I need a robust gear hub and I wondered if it is easy to add a bit of oil to the new hubs. I know 3 speeds often still are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-19, 01:16 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,700
Posted By Mickey2

No lube would cause damage like a crushed ball,...

No lube would cause damage like a crushed ball, excessive wear, hault... pretty fast.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-19, 05:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,700
Posted By Mickey2

There are all kinds of ball bearings, for bikes...

There are all kinds of ball bearings, for bikes it's as you well now usually stainless steel (alloys with chrome, nickle, molybdenium?). I have seen titanium bearings but it's not very common. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-19, 05:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,639
Posted By Mickey2

Thanks for the reply, I will note down the info. ...

Thanks for the reply, I will note down the info.

I may have had the chain a bit tight on my gearhub bike, at least now and then. With the tires and fenders, it leaves very little room for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-19, 11:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,639
Posted By Mickey2

Chain for an old Shimano 100GS

This is an old bike taken back into use while my other is being repaired, it has hardly seen use before the last few days. My plan is to use the bike a couple of months, and then replace the chain....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-19, 05:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 16,863
Posted By Mickey2

It takes a bit of time and patience, and it's...

It takes a bit of time and patience, and it's only recommended of you really want to. You start with cleaning and sanding down rough spots; then carefully fill in with a vinyl/leather compound, let...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-19, 08:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,100
Posted By Mickey2

I don't have a racer at the moment, and I don't...

I don't have a racer at the moment, and I don't dare say out loud what type of tyres I use compared to GP 5000. I tend to replace tyres after a year or so, just a daily round on my bike not counting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-19, 04:39 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,555
Posted By Mickey2

I shall check out your recommendation. I have...

I shall check out your recommendation. I have noticed spray can oils tend to dry to a film over night, or sometimes a bit longer, even when applied generously and no wiping off. Weldtite TF2 spray...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-19, 09:11 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,555
Posted By Mickey2

I wish I could have the wax lubricants work as...

I wish I could have the wax lubricants work as optimal as others here. I have a gear hub and wear down chains a lot. I hose down the chain when I can, wipe it off with a rag, oil and repeat if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 05:10 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,338
Posted By Mickey2

After fixing up a few old bikes I don't replace...

After fixing up a few old bikes I don't replace things as much as I did. I keep wires, both inner and outer if nothing is visibly wrong and every thing works, I add a bit of teflon oil to the inners....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-19, 04:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,747
Posted By Mickey2

Thanks Andrew. I had the cap off the shifters and...

Thanks Andrew. I had the cap off the shifters and freed the moving parts in there manually with with my finger and poking around with a screw driver. You were right, it was gummed up grease, and it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-13-19, 04:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,747
Posted By Mickey2

Frozen old Shimano 100GS

This is a bike that's been in storage for more than 20 years. The bike has all original parts, including break pads and there's no signs of wear on the side of the rims. There's no sign of rust at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-07-19, 05:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,630
Posted By Mickey2

First step for me is soapy water, tooth brush,...

First step for me is soapy water, tooth brush, rags of torn up old towels or sheets; it often does the job on any grime. Basic chain oil will dissolve a lot of dried up dirt if left to soak in. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-18, 05:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,594
Posted By Mickey2

Fat bikes are a trend now, and so are the pluss...

Fat bikes are a trend now, and so are the pluss bikes. If you can afford to buy and store a speciality bike don't hesitate too much to try it out. It can be a lot of fun. I guess it originated from a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-18, 05:50 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,594
Posted By Mickey2

In my experience, handeling mud and snow have...

In my experience, handeling mud and snow have more to do with tyre width and tread pattern than diameter of the rims. What is the maximum width your Vaya will accept? Have you tried different type of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-18, 03:33 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,605
Posted By Mickey2

I don't rule out weight lifting, but in my mind I...

I don't rule out weight lifting, but in my mind I would think climbing hills might be more effective. Maybe even find a heavier bike with less gears.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-18, 10:45 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 22,108
Posted By Mickey2

If I needed a large bottle of oil I would...

If I needed a large bottle of oil I would probably just get a pure mineral oil SAE 10-15 or something like that.; regular chain and sewing machine oil. A light synthetic equivalent might be an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-18, 10:26 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,797
Posted By Mickey2

It has to have a referance to time passed in some...

It has to have a referance to time passed in some way. To officially be given the status of a veteran car it has be thirty years old, for me a bike has to be from the 80s at least, maybe early 90s....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-18, 09:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,594
Posted By Mickey2

It should not be a problem finding an all seasons...

It should not be a problem finding an all seasons bike. The challenge with winter is usually frost and gearing parts; wires, cable housing and moving joints have be given the chance to dry up between...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-27-18, 03:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 846
Posted By Mickey2

It's nice to have found a few favorites what ever...

It's nice to have found a few favorites what ever we choose. The only thing that continue to bother with these Raleighs is the brakes; the aluminium is a bit too light weight and fexible. With the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-27-18, 03:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 846
Posted By Mickey2

Those Delta Cruisers (assuming the are because of...

Those Delta Cruisers (assuming the are because of the cream color) look very good on many of the old Raleigh 3 speeds. If someone has taken the bother to regrease and tighten up the crank properly it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-27-18, 03:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 846
Posted By Mickey2

Some ladies frames are nice, I rode one for...

Some ladies frames are nice, I rode one for years. As long as the size fits him, he shouldn't mind too much. My favorites tend to be gents' frames with 28" wheels, but it all depens upon the riding....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-27-18, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 846
Posted By Mickey2

There might be nice offers near you like juvela...

There might be nice offers near you like juvela mentions. Craiglist, garage sales, charity stores, ... I found this on CL...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-18, 04:33 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 30,589
Posted By Mickey2

LOL, no, it will probably be a bit rusty when it...

LOL, no, it will probably be a bit rusty when it comes out, and dishwasher might need a clean itself. Just soak it in an old plastic container, unless you leave it for long, (like over night) there...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-18, 04:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 30,589
Posted By Mickey2

If you have the chain off the bike you can use...

If you have the chain off the bike you can use warm water and lots of white wash powder (laundry), a good soak, move it around in the water and maybe replace the soapy water and repeat if the chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-18, 01:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 974
Posted By Mickey2

It have seen it happen too, but Marathons are...

It have seen it happen too, but Marathons are still the most durble tires I have had and as puncture proof as they get. I don't think it should happen, maybe there's an explanation for it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-18, 05:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,365
Posted By Mickey2

I don't think so. A fat bike tyre line like...

I don't think so. A fat bike tyre line like Schwalbe Jumbo Jim has a width between 100 and 120 on a 559 diameter tyre. I have never had a width above 47 and 55 (vintage balloon tyre) if I remember...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-18, 05:58 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,533,164
Posted By Mickey2

I would go for the smooth ribbed pattern on the...

I would go for the smooth ribbed pattern on the tyre, no doubt. I aim for summer riding and I havent' had any problem with them in either wet or dry conditions. The rubber and patterns can make a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-18, 04:03 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,421
Posted By Mickey2

The last chain I bought was a Shimano SP1 for a...

The last chain I bought was a Shimano SP1 for a hub gear, I had to buy the link separately. The KMC chains I have bought often come with a quick link, but single speed chains often have the type with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-18, 09:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,533,164
Posted By Mickey2

The harder polyester grips last a long time, much...

The harder polyester grips last a long time, much longer than the flexible rubbery grips. Rubber are are softer and gives very good grip, both can be good tough. I might still have a 1954 grip, black...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-18, 05:47 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,533,164
Posted By Mickey2

I don't know much about plastics, but I have...

I don't know much about plastics, but I have picked up a bit of info over the years. Well into the 50s and even 60s natural rubber was still widely used, but gradually was replaced by synthetic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-18, 02:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,947
Posted By Mickey2

I have used a polish I found called Quick-Glo,...

I have used a polish I found called Quick-Glo, it's a white paste in a small tub, a bit gritty, smells next to nothing. Grime, tarnish and rust comes off very easily on most metals I've tried it on....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-26-18, 05:45 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,533,164
Posted By Mickey2

I looked up the philco brakes, I have never seen...

I looked up the philco brakes, I have never seen one in real life. The type I have seen on old roadsters have been hub brakes or various types of rod brakes, some have brake pads pushing up on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-18, 12:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,629
Posted By Mickey2

I don't know really. A lot of 1960s to 1980s rims...

I don't know really. A lot of 1960s to 1980s rims had them, but like you say, it's usually steel rims. The older bikes I get here are rarely racers, and the trend was hub brakes or those...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-18, 06:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,897
Posted By Mickey2

If the bike is just your size and frame type it's...

If the bike is just your size and frame type it's worth keeping up, even the odd upgrade. Cables have never lasted me 20 years on any bike, and only one of my bikes has been with me that long. I wear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,496
Posted By Mickey2

Some of the old 5 speeds were rather good, I...

Some of the old 5 speeds were rather good, I promise. I haven't seen them new since the mid 1980s though, but vintage bikes turn up now and then. They weren't indexed like later shifters, you...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-24-18, 08:59 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,218
Posted By Mickey2

I guess people in your area carry a can of bug...

I guess people in your area carry a can of bug spray in their hand bag, in some neighbourhoods they carry pepper spray for protection ;- )
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-24-18, 08:54 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,218
Posted By Mickey2

Thing shift and all kinds of exchanges are done...

Thing shift and all kinds of exchanges are done between people, it's not always good things. It can be hard work for the body to work through it. It's not easy to describe in detail. Pressure is put...
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