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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I think you're passing up a great opportunity....

I think you're passing up a great opportunity. Getting the right cones seems like the hardest part. Can you leave your wheel at the shop and tell them to call you when they have it sorted out and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-22, 07:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I decided to wear a helmet to the store today....

I decided to wear a helmet to the store today. You guys kinda freaked me out and while I really can't live without risk I'm not completely crazy. As I was on the way there, maybe 8-10mph (normal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-22, 02:40 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I already need to get a new grocery bike but I'm...

I already need to get a new grocery bike but I'm not gonna stop riding this one until i do or it becomes un-rideable. I've had my gravel bike for 2 months and already flipped it twice. No big deal,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-22, 06:00 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

That was the plan. I even ordered a hacksaw with...

That was the plan. I even ordered a hacksaw with the axle (which did show up).

I'm really learning towards replacing the bike now because I think even with a new rear wheel it's not going to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-22, 12:58 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I was finding them on Amazon but the key seems to...

I was finding them on Amazon but the key seems to be knowing how to read the descriptions. Many sellers measure incorrectly or include incomplete info so its good to know what exists and what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-22, 12:42 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

Probably true, at least if you like your friends....

Probably true, at least if you like your friends. :lol:

I suggest posting your bike in the valuations thread and asking for opinions.

I thought I had a real gem in this 70s schwinn 10-speed. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I have no car and in a town of 1200 people, no...

I have no car and in a town of 1200 people, no freecycle or craigslist. I heard there's a Facebook group but I hate Facebook.

I have to go to Denver at some point so that might actually work if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-03-22, 10:36 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I ordered the axle on August 17th but it never...

I ordered the axle on August 17th but it never arrived. I checked the tracking number every day and finally had to just get a refund because it never showed.

the temporary repairs worked about as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-22, 06:41 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I just placed the order! Thank you for the advice...

I just placed the order! Thank you for the advice (you and everyone who replied).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-22, 05:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

The axle recommended by oldbobcat is the best...

The axle recommended by oldbobcat is the best deal if it fits. Bike parts USA isn't accepting orders but I think I found it on Amazon. The only problem is that in the questions two other customers...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-22, 09:18 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-22, 06:15 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I suspect the skewer will fail long before the...

I suspect the skewer will fail long before the cone fractures in the radial plane, but ultimately I concur.


I've heard that too, plus the broken axle had 25 miles on it before I even knew, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-22, 12:59 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-22, 12:55 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-22, 06:11 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I don't see anything less than $300-$500 that...

I don't see anything less than $300-$500 that sparks my interest. Is that still what you consider cheap?

there's some kick ass bikes in the $500-$1k range but will I really see performance and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-22, 05:46 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

the cones are seized and I can't access more than...

the cones are seized and I can't access more than about 8mm of threads in one spot.

I could break out the solvents, vice grips and a blow torch but I'm too lazy for that when I can measure the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:48 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I think this is the exact replacement but I'm...

I think this is the exact replacement but I'm hoping the company will reply to my messages and confirm before I order. It's $35 shipped, no returns. If I don't hear from them I may just order anyway...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 11:20 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

some epoxys are stronger than steel but that's...

some epoxys are stronger than steel but that's not something I know a ton about.

there are no ubers, Lyft's, taxis or buses of any kind in this county. I can't even rent a car. You can take...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 11:09 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

if it broke when I think it did I already put 25...

if it broke when I think it did I already put 25 hard pedaling miles on it. If a spoke hadn't broken too I wouldn't have pulled the wheel apart and wouldn't even know.

It takes between 1.5 and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

wow, talk about credibility. Gimme a chance to...

wow, talk about credibility. Gimme a chance to examine those links.

I like your suggestion. Can I use balls that are connected together in a little retainer thing or do they have to be the lose...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I think you misunderstood. My options long term...

I think you misunderstood. My options long term are replace the axle or get a different bike.

Until i can get an axle I'll just ride on the broken one in town.

Unless I can devise and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:57 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

no, it's outside edges since that plus derailleur...

no, it's outside edges since that plus derailleur width is the axle length.

I guess it'd be 122mm but I just measured again really carefully and got values ranging from 124.5mm to 125mm depending...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:45 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

So that's what I need to determine before I can...

So that's what I need to determine before I can resolve this issue, but in the meantime I'm considering options.

1) put it back together as is and stay within walking distance of home.

2)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-22, 07:30 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

It's the Schwinn Approved Traveler 3, from '78 or...

It's the Schwinn Approved Traveler 3, from '78 or '79 as far as I can tell. The rear hub says "schwinn approved 36-78 made in France." I'd lost a picture but it's nearly impossible to read.

the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 11:07 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 10:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

I considered asking around about a welder but the...

I considered asking around about a welder but the cost will exceed a replacement. I can wait for a new one, assuming someone on earth sells them.

I went ahead and pulled the axle out. I set my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 09:18 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

To attempt a repair I'll have to clean the axle...

To attempt a repair I'll have to clean the axle with solvent and at that point I'll try to get very precise measurements of outside diameter, length and thread pitch. I've been trying to hold it all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 09:07 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

So if I get an axle with cones and nuts on it I...

So if I get an axle with cones and nuts on it I can ignore thread pitch right?

I'll try to get a caliper on those threads next time there's enough exposed clean ones but I'm not worried about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-22, 05:56 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,754
Posted By tessellahedron

Where can I buy an axle?

Where can I buy a hollow 3/8" x 130mm axle?

I'm pretty sure that's what I need for the rear wheel of my 70s schwinn 10 speed but i can't find one online and there are no bike shops here.
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