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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-14, 05:53 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 29,541
Posted By Hopslam

Sorry I'm old but if it real it's funny , I don't...

Sorry I'm old but if it real it's funny , I don't care who you are that's funny

I've done stupid stuff too

just wouldn't say that here

unless its like Larry the cable guy
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-14, 07:36 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,964
Posted By Hopslam

Had this issue with a 80's mountain bike . Lived...

Had this issue with a 80's mountain bike . Lived with it for years. Then mentioned it to the shop I got it from , they had specific tools for this . They got it very well aligned with no paint...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-14, 09:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,472
Posted By Hopslam

I'd post in mechanics ,some of the mechanics do...

I'd post in mechanics ,some of the mechanics do come here also though.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-14, 11:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,778
Posted By Hopslam

Funny ,I changed to barends from brake lever...

Funny ,I changed to barends from brake lever shifters.

cheers & good luck
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-14, 10:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,712
Posted By Hopslam

Am old school here but I will try to explain ....

Am old school here but I will try to explain . Old standard 14-28 with 40/52 ( I may be alittle off here) at the 28/40 combo would propel your bike travel something like 33inches for each revolution...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-14, 05:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,189
Posted By Hopslam

Yes it's more than you ask for ; ) but they got...

Yes it's more than you ask for ; ) but they got smaller ones . The Nelson is a fav of Randonnering & comuters and they carry well on race bikes not made for larger bags . They all expand well . And...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-14, 08:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,189
Posted By Hopslam

i personally like carradice bags , they have many...

i personally like carradice bags , they have many sizes
Some need seat eyelets or an adapter . They also have some seat mounted racks that work well just make sure you have enough clearance seat...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,555
Posted By Hopslam

Looked at these when I ordered my prestaflate &...

Looked at these when I ordered my prestaflate & paralever . Inflator is OK but the paralever will not work on tight tire rim combos.

Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-14, 12:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 593
Posted By Hopslam

[QUOTE=Steve M.;16998811]Adding a triple to my...

[QUOTE=Steve M.;16998811]Adding a triple to my Cross Check requires a long-cage RD in 9 speed to cope with the chain wrap.

The shifter is a Dura Ace bar-end. Will a mountain RD like a Shimano XT...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-14, 07:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,095
Posted By Hopslam

Heat shrink tubing would work well for this ...

Heat shrink tubing would work well for this


Cheers & good luck
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-14, 04:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,483
Posted By Hopslam

Ok for clarity , I got model # I have a SC-6502...

Ok for clarity , I got model # I have a SC-6502 head unit on a set of ultegra b/s levers that I don't have any use for .shifters are 9sp 2004 last year for 9 'sp . I wish to put this head unit on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-14, 10:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,483
Posted By Hopslam

Question on flight deck , while we're here do...

Question on flight deck , while we're here
do the road brake/shift Ultrega levers 2004 vin that i have on a set of handlebars that have FD 6501 installed on work on XT brake shift 2003 vin
or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-14, 10:01 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,483
Posted By Hopslam

Well if you have brake/shift levers & your on a...

Well if you have brake/shift levers & your on a TANDEM. And as a added bonus you get virtual cadance

cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-14, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By Hopslam

Yep fully understand force teeth thing . The DT...

Yep fully understand force teeth thing . The DT option was claiming more strength but seems to need axle replacement & unknown compatability with Phil

you should see the Coda ones I'm replacing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-14, 07:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,740
Posted By Hopslam

Skewer choices for tandem

My coda skewers are shot . Should have replaced when XTR were available . So it seems I can get Salsa,XT ,Bob or DT Swiss RWS .The DT 's are strange to me and sizing seems odd as they have a diameter...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-14, 12:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,726
Posted By Hopslam

Changed post , changed seat , changed bike ....

Changed post , changed seat , changed bike . Lubed , antiseze ,& permatex product post to frame. It's one b17 that is creaking . I have tuned at least 720 degrees
Other 2 B17's installed on same...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-14, 07:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,726
Posted By Hopslam

i emailed brooks about seat creaking they said...

i emailed brooks about seat creaking they said needs tension. I only use proof ride about 2/3 times a year . My B17's all have laces so they don't sag. I've tensioned twice in 2wks still creaks....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-14, 07:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,601
Posted By Hopslam

Had failure wife's bike last year climbing a hill...

Had failure wife's bike last year climbing a hill downshifting 8sp/SRAM . I believe it was very worn tho
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-14, 09:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,379
Posted By Hopslam

watch that outside chrome spacer(between lever &...

watch that outside chrome spacer(between lever & mount) needs to be in proper orentation for this to work properly ParkTool has a good mechianics web site .
these bar end shifters are my go to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-14, 07:31 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,629
Posted By Hopslam

Wipperman makes one

Wipperman makes one
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-14, 06:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,629
Posted By Hopslam

+1 along with the thing cyccomute said about...

+1 along with the thing cyccomute said about shearing. Which is the same as not useing it
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-14, 11:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 990
Posted By Hopslam

I find no better shifter for triples than a...

I find no better shifter for triples than a barend shifter . Been running them since mid 70's .


I've got 2 -9sp in service now with 6-14 years on them . So if I start having problems with them...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-14, 11:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 765
Posted By Hopslam

I just switched out a 15 that was noisey ( had a...

I just switched out a 15 that was noisey ( had a couple cass wasn't using) also miked the spacers and replaced both sides with other I found to be .01 thicker . I'm thinking your 19 is in a group of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-14, 11:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,266
Posted By Hopslam

I too have 37 mm contis on A 18 mm? Velocity deep...

I too have 37 mm contis on A 18 mm? Velocity deep Vee . Work well just heavy , great in gravel
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-14, 06:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 574
Posted By Hopslam

Amen good tools are a joy of life welcome...

Amen good tools are a joy of life

welcome to the club

down side you can't go back

Ever
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-14, 04:44 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 8,759
Posted By Hopslam

See above

See above
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-14, 04:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,418
Posted By Hopslam

Your right as rain ! That's why I no longer...

Your right as rain ! That's why I no longer frequent those dark corners.

The mechianics are GOOD people , best forum group of chaps on the net !

As alway Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-14, 10:13 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,418
Posted By Hopslam

What brakes are currently on the bike & is it a...

What brakes are currently on the bike & is it a triple? 8-9 speed?

Shimano sells some good cables at a decent price per quality , in kit form.

I've done this operation twice recently . Velo...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-14, 08:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,545
Posted By Hopslam

I'd just washers both sides of the bracket ,...

I'd just washers both sides of the bracket , maybe star washers. I drop of locktite there as well

Or if there is enough bracket that you could bend it 90 degrees above the bolt

I use locktite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-14, 07:45 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 8,759
Posted By Hopslam

You my be OCD if you keep trimming down your...

You my be OCD if you keep trimming down your cables to get that perfect balance . ( like daily )
Forum: Commuting
06-04-14, 07:24 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 24,358
Posted By Hopslam

Rain cover ?

Rain cover ?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-14, 11:49 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By Hopslam

Gee I got custom shorts no problems . But it was...

Gee I got custom shorts no problems . But it was a few years back.
Ibis is the only thing I could find with old school leather chamois
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-14, 07:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,175
Posted By Hopslam

Anyone know if Joneswares wool still in bussiness ?

Got some wool shorts with real chamois . Love em
All searches comming up empty
Any other sources for these

Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-14, 11:32 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,623
Posted By Hopslam

I may try liquid graphite (for locks) next time...

I may try liquid graphite (for locks) next time ,maybe on a cheaper bike first.

Got some new jags on the way, I'll stick with WL for those . Too big of investment to be experimenting with.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-14, 09:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,623
Posted By Hopslam

WhiteLighting is a fav of mine . Also did tri...

WhiteLighting is a fav of mine . Also did tri flow , Dumond grease. Use whitelighting on bottom bracket cable guides. I ride gravel the drier lubes work better for me
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-14, 07:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,049
Posted By Hopslam

+1 they don't like honest reviews of their service

+1 they don't like honest reviews of their service
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-14, 10:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,708
Posted By Hopslam

I've had maxxis tires crack in a few months &...

I've had maxxis tires crack in a few months & other maxxis that are 10 yrs old & fine.I've got panaracers that are still good from 93. I have heard that natural rubber is in short supply for a few...
Forum: Commuting
05-26-14, 07:55 AM
Replies: 3,798
Views: 188,235
Posted By Hopslam

Just returned to commuting . I love working...

Just returned to commuting . I love working Sundays & holidays . 55 degrees morning 80 on way home . The road was all mine in the mourning . No traffic NONE : )

Cheers : )
Forum: Commuting
05-26-14, 07:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,943
Posted By Hopslam

My favorite are the Rivendale retro style @ $17...

My favorite are the Rivendale retro style @ $17 and they got a lot of neat other stuff

Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-14, 03:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

Thanks , that's good I'll set them real loose. ...

Thanks , that's good I'll set them real loose.

cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-14, 03:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

it would seem then the XT brake ( in general...

it would seem then the XT brake ( in general )would take more pull then say some other genaric V brakes ?
Just going by what I got in inventory

I just don't trust shamiano anymore . They change...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-14, 04:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

Your most likely correct because. I ran XT levers...

Your most likely correct because. I ran XT levers or crane creek v drop levers& no probs . Wanted something that worked real good . & was a good match in the looks department .

The cheap tektro...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-14, 03:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

Just ordered the compact version . Think I 'll ...

Just ordered the compact version . Think I 'll will be pleased with the cut cork grips , bar ends on the albatross bar.

Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-14, 11:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

$128+ship and YES they look nice. They'd go good...

$128+ship and YES they look nice. They'd go good with the Phil wood I got

thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-14, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

Current brakes are 2008 vin XT parallel push...

Current brakes are 2008 vin XT
parallel push which I like
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-14, 12:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,261
Posted By Hopslam

Need a little input on V brake levers ( selection help )

Doing a second upright ( flat bar ) conversion . Need nice v bake levers for albatross bars. The tekros i intended to use don't pull enough cable .

Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-14, 11:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 14,206
Posted By Hopslam

If I needed a hose I'd order a Lenzye hose , they...

If I needed a hose I'd order a Lenzye hose , they are a bit longer , very flexable& I like the screw on chuck

was going to order one of these for my prestaflate compressor chuck because the hose...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-14, 09:11 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,684
Posted By Hopslam

I got a bunch of specialized tubes some years...

I got a bunch of specialized tubes some years back . Got a good deal , or so I thought. All of them had sticking valves just as you mentioned . Seems to be a crap shoot buying tubes anymore . Each...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-14, 11:42 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,219
Posted By Hopslam

I have 3or4 RR ,90s xtr thru a 08 xtr I rather...

I have 3or4 RR ,90s xtr thru a 08 xtr I rather like them . But then again I like bar end shifters & triples too . And while I'm at it I like parallel push V brakes. Even on my road bikes
; )
Cheers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-14, 12:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,062
Posted By Hopslam

Google prestaflator they did have a very small...

Google prestaflator they did have a very small guage + a lot of other things you may find of interest
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