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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 51
Posted By dedhed

Best bet is to find some hobby machinist and a...

Best bet is to find some hobby machinist and a piece of brass stock because I don't think you're going to find anything like what you want commercially.
Honestly as far as esthetics, you generally...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 151
Posted By dedhed

https://www.google.com/search?q=falcon+grip+shift+...

https://www.google.com/search?q=falcon+grip+shift+cable+replacement+site:www.bikeforums.net&sca_esv=65b627a4699ea87d&sca_upv=1&rlz=1CAHOUC_enUS997&sxsrf=ACQVn0-nGF5YrogeUViQtSLN9DQa9s_fOQ:171344394096...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,443
Posted By dedhed

I only communicate by FB messenger. I often get...

I only communicate by FB messenger. I often get "text me" but tell those DM only. Generally never hear from them again. I have given my phone to repeat customers. When location is asked I give out a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,443
Posted By dedhed

Or the "I'll send my driver with a check, money...

Or the "I'll send my driver with a check, money order or similar" I just answer send your driver with cash and never hear from them again. Scammers, most are pretty easy to see. One of my first sales...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,443
Posted By dedhed

I've been selling from my parents estate on...

I've been selling from my parents estate on Marketplace for a few years now as well as some surplus things at my church. My experience has been very good with few issues. I've been ghosted a couple...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 03:49 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,254
Posted By dedhed

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/964x723/bb_4c33e7ad238b230d4063a0edba4c400cd05d00bb.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 910
Posted By dedhed

Some of the best, most durable, longest lasting...

Some of the best, most durable, longest lasting outdoor gear I own has been purchased at Cabelas. You've obviously never set foot in one as they sell many brand names and lots of high quality, high...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 04:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 386
Posted By dedhed

I personally would try fixing it because (A) I'm...

I personally would try fixing it because (A) I'm cheap (B) Challenge, fully knowing I'll likely 99/100 need a new one.
Probably after I already had a new one on the way for use as a "spare"
I've...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 04:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 346
Posted By dedhed

Al frame, Al cage, stainless screws

Al frame, Al cage, stainless screws
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 04:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 360
Posted By dedhed

A person can buy 6 - 8 cartridges for the price...

A person can buy 6 - 8 cartridges for the price of 1 Phil allowing them to have them in various lengths "in stock" for experimental purposes if they do builds or swaps regularly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 693
Posted By dedhed

Kool stop pads, look for a 3 speed IGH rear wheel.

Kool stop pads, look for a 3 speed IGH rear wheel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 348
Posted By dedhed

No, no correlation with serial number. .

No, no correlation with serial number. .
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 466
Posted By dedhed

Was this not the question? Why can't I find any...

Was this not the question?
Why can't I find any sizing or measurements on forks for my huffy 26' Sanford
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 466
Posted By dedhed

Because buyers of that level of quality bike...

Because buyers of that level of quality bike don't care about specs beyond $
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 295
Posted By dedhed

The vertical struts may need a spacer or adaptor...

The vertical struts may need a spacer or adaptor to clear a disc caliper depending on where the rack mounts on the new bike are located.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,038
Posted By dedhed

Wait! Corporations going after the latest new...

Wait! Corporations going after the latest new growth market? Who knew?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 483
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://www.sheldonbrown.com/frame-spacing.h...

​​​​​​https://www.sheldonbrown.com/frame-spacing.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 462
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://www.harborfreight.com/25-liter-ultra...

​​​​​​https://www.harborfreight.com/25-liter-ultrasonic-cleaner-63256.html?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=17890472041&campaignid=17890472041&utm_content=140972232233&adsetid=14097223223...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,360
Posted By dedhed

Walleyes in the morning, eclipse in the...

Walleyes in the morning, eclipse in the afternoon. Maumee, OH
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_7890_bac0a36d772ace99879e046fbb4d195e6184a0ce.jpeg

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,360
Posted By dedhed

Currently in Ohio for it but brought a fishing...

Currently in Ohio for it but brought a fishing rod not bike for the Maumee river walleye run.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 973
Posted By dedhed

Some trailers use stub axle setups as well

Some trailers use stub axle setups as well
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 485
Posted By dedhed

Brent took care of me the other day in the lisbon...

Brent took care of me the other day in the lisbon store when I was in there for some part I needed. He's also very active with the Variety Club and adaptive cycles for handicap children.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 379
Posted By dedhed

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/bublr-bikes-penny...

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/bublr-bikes-penny-farthing-aprilfools?fbclid=IwAR3DKgzTIQDf3z2W7jygED_E9x_-trWR24DnbI6Xfk1QFX6PJK6kY-AqaDs_aem_AbzIcBCUEw4PrqUwcL_1IO7yLAJaKLSUgDLSfnE7ay-DqZDfzSpbt8sQ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 588
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://www.homedepot.com/c/ab/grades-of-bol...

​​​​​​https://www.homedepot.com/c/ab/grades-of-bolts/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90189731df8
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 91
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://boulderbicycle.bike/1272-and-1273-Ca...

​​​​​​https://boulderbicycle.bike/1272-and-1273-Campy-Gran-Sport-Tipo-hub-dustcap-set-front-and-rear.html

​​​​​​https://www.lucio-bici.com/shop/hubs
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 91
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-s...

​​​​​​https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 767
Posted By dedhed

I don't even look at them anymore. For the mere...

I don't even look at them anymore. For the mere pennies each I just put new ones in.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,065
Posted By dedhed

First question is this a vintage 80's specialized...

First question is this a vintage 80's specialized expedition touring bike or a newer 2000's hybrid type specialized expedition?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,313
Posted By dedhed

Repair stand

Repair stand
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 186
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​ The 111mm BB spindles were for 28.6mm...

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The 111mm BB spindles were for 28.6mm seat tubes while the 115.5mm spindles were for 32 or 35 mm oversize seat tubes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,454
Posted By dedhed

If you have to clean your derailleur and adjust...

If you have to clean your derailleur and adjust every 100 miles there is something wrong or you're doing something wrong.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,528
Posted By dedhed

My point was you just don't want people to get...

My point was you just don't want people to get the idea that all 2 pc cranksets use the same diameters, parts, frame interface, and adjustment procedures when in practice they don't. While generic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 269
Posted By dedhed

By feel. Check tightness again after first ride

By feel. Check tightness again after first ride
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 708
Posted By dedhed

Drill chuck wedges. ...

Drill chuck wedges.

https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1040959-jacobs-chuck-wedge-sizes.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,528
Posted By dedhed

Ahh, so a through spindle 2 piece crank, not HT2....

Ahh, so a through spindle 2 piece crank, not HT2. There are various ways to adjust preload on the various manufacturers design ranging from wave washers, adjusting rings, to no real preload on actual...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 164
Posted By dedhed

If you're really inclined to disassemble the...

If you're really inclined to disassemble the freehub you could make a tool like RJ but with 3 prongs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 779
Posted By dedhed

After heating and beating peoples receiver...

After heating and beating peoples receiver inserts out of hitches here in the midwest rust belt I don't insert anything in a receiver without liberal greasing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 779
Posted By dedhed

My Yakima has a factory adapter that bolts to the...

My Yakima has a factory adapter that bolts to the 1.25 arm so it can be used in either a 2 or 1.25" hitch
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-24, 05:14 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,528
Posted By dedhed

​​​​​​https://hollandbikeshop.com/images/SI-1LJ0A-...

​​​​​​https://hollandbikeshop.com/images/SI-1LJ0A-002-ENG.pdf
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 09:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By dedhed

sell hubs. ...

sell hubs.

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...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 09:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 779
Posted By dedhed

https://www.farmandfleet.com/products/1380774-free...

https://www.farmandfleet.com/products/1380774-free-all-deep-penetrating-oil-aerosol.html?blaintm_source=google&blaintm_medium=pla&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwnv-vBhBdEiwABCYQA4TRVoWy43mTPNDoTN_mdfGHW3D...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 312
Posted By dedhed

Depending on year the 400 frame may also already...

Depending on year the 400 frame may also already be spaced at 128mm to easily accommodate a 130mm hub. My 1987 and 1991 were.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,528
Posted By dedhed

I'm curious just how much preload "adjustment"...

I'm curious just how much preload "adjustment" you are getting and when you can notice this adjustment is needed. I install until the stopper plate drops in. It's not like you put a torque wrench on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,190
Posted By dedhed

Assumed or measured/verified no wear? Yes,...

Assumed or measured/verified no wear?

Yes, the simple solution is to methodically diagnose the problem beginning with the simple free task of verifying pad/disc wear and moving on to the next most...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 400
Posted By dedhed

It is like a $5 tool. ...

It is like a $5 tool.


https://uniorusa.com/products/shimano-hollowtech-ii-crank-bolt-tool
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By dedhed

https://bikes.com.au/products/shimano-tourney-rd-t...

https://bikes.com.au/products/shimano-tourney-rd-ty500-6-7sp-rear-derailleur

​​​​​​https://www.pushys.com.au/shimano-tourney-rd-ty500-6-7-speed-rear-derailleur.html...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,528
Posted By dedhed

A lot of what I use to determine where a...

A lot of what I use to determine where a drivetrain is going to end up is the intended use of the bike. My old hybrid is just going to get a new Shimano or Tange cartridge. When I built my commuter...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 969
Posted By dedhed

Yeah, 4-6 months is common on dermatologist. But...

Yeah, 4-6 months is common on dermatologist. But once they cut something off me and did a biopsy I get appointments they hold back much quicker.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 209
Posted By dedhed

Most are M8 x 1.0 for common square taper

Most are M8 x 1.0 for common square taper
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 457
Posted By dedhed

It's a $10 unit - replace it. Better yet, upgrade...

It's a $10 unit - replace it. Better yet, upgrade to a $15-20 Altus or Acera derailleur
...
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