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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Started piecing it together. I'm calling this an...

Started piecing it together. I'm calling this an "economy build" BMX cruiser.
I plans: Remove the multi speed and install a single speed freewheel.
Change stem to 4 bolt BMX stem....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Picking up parts tomorrow for a new project. I'm...

Picking up parts tomorrow for a new project. I'm thinking for a 26" BMX style cruiser
Ukai 26 x 2.125 HE Blue anodized rims. Unknown hubs at this time.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-23, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Replaced a broken spoke and trued the rear rim on...

Replaced a broken spoke and trued the rear rim on the Fisher Montare. Swapped the seat and handlebars. I took off the bar ends also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

So the piston extended out with the air pressure....

So the piston extended out with the air pressure. The block won't fit inbetween now. I plan on swapping the known good caliper on the front to the rear. The above caliper will be installed on the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-23, 08:01 AM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Yeah. Same way to remove car caliper pistons. I...

Yeah. Same way to remove car caliper pistons. I actually don't need to remove them completely. When the front broke free there was a quick "snap" sound. That was the pistons breaking free because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 10:21 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

This project has been on the back burner for over...

This project has been on the back burner for over a year. I'm finally able to get around to the brake issues on my GT STS DH.
Original vintage Formula brakes.The front and rear caliper pistons were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Newest project. Initial inspection: replace...

Newest project.
Initial inspection: replace inner tubes F/R, re-cover or replace the seat....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-23, 07:39 AM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

A 4th of July project.. Took this Diamondback...

A 4th of July project..
Took this Diamondback from this:
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1080x810/diamondback_sorrento_5054a3520ddf27898abc8a2e62c6b6d0e256632c.jpg

Down to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-23, 10:40 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Progress so far.....Quick pics. I haven't tried...

Progress so far.....Quick pics. I haven't tried detailing yet. It rides nicely. Very comfy. Still undecided on the handlebar stem and bar ends.
Opinions on adding a front suspension or leave the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Picked up this Diamondback Sorrento for $15 as a...

Picked up this Diamondback Sorrento for $15 as a parts bike for another project. I really just needed the tires but I'll use some other of the smalls for other things.
I may turn the frame into a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Bright, sunny, and 98*. Took the rest apart...

Bright, sunny, and 98*. Took the rest apart today. The dust seals under the C-clip just crumbled so I'll need 2 new seals as well as the new elastomer kit.
No bumpers on the bottom end. Still need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-23, 10:37 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Started to tear down after work tonight. Upper...

Started to tear down after work tonight. Upper elastomers don't look terrible but are a bit sticky from lube maybe? I didn't get the snap rings out for the lowers because it got too dark and, my eyes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-23, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

A new project. Rebuild of an Answer Manitou 4...

A new project. Rebuild of an Answer Manitou 4 shock.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/464x813/answer_manitou_4_7a42657586e74b864ec894e64813fd87864a8b00.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

A new $25 project I just picked up last night by...

A new $25 project I just picked up last night by chance. We were picking up a vintage dresser and my wife made the mistake of saying, "You don't have any bikes?" LOL. She was just shaking her head as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 05:25 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

I like those flick stands

I like those flick stands
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Been working on the Fisher Montare. ...

Been working on the Fisher Montare.
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1080x810/fisher8_181ba76e54faf89625c2ec371ca324cbd092db44.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-23, 08:18 AM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

Been slowly working on a Fisher Montare. So far...

Been slowly working on a Fisher Montare.
So far it needs a new rear tire and I found a broken spoke on the rear rim.
I think I'm going to remove the rear rack also....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-16-22, 09:44 PM
Replies: 7,836
Views: 933,149
Posted By Desert Ryder

My wrenching nemesis..GT STS DH I've tried 3...

My wrenching nemesis..GT STS DH
I've tried 3 times to bleed these brakes. It's the only thing holding me up from riding this bike—well..no brakes and the 100+ temps here in the desert.
I've tried...
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