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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-11-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Update: The bicycle is from the shop. New BB. I...

Update: The bicycle is from the shop. New BB. I found in my parts box a Shimano 7 speed short cage 105. The shop was able mate this to an 8 speed shifter. Just save some money there on parts. The...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-06-23, 08:55 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

The bike is now at the bike shop for repairs I...

The bike is now at the bike shop for repairs I can't do ie: replace the bottom bracket.
There is a crack in the seat tube. Stay tuned for the progress on that issue.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

I need a background like the ones you have in...

I need a background like the ones you have in your pictures😀
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-23, 12:33 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Here is an update picture. ...

Here is an update picture.


https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/7537b364_48c7_449e_8157_84b9750ce58c_79bc82f90fc56aa0cd730ad8f052785f7a455204.jpeg...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-23, 09:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Update: I removed the left crank , the right has...

Update: I removed the left crank , the right has stripped threads (not from me). I cut part of it with a metal hand saw. I ll try with a Dremel for the rest. I installed the v brake calipers but one...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-23, 09:44 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Correct! It’s a shim. Many thanks for the help. ...

Correct! It’s a shim. Many thanks for the help.


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Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Ok I'll remove the stem and cap to see in more...

Ok I'll remove the stem and cap to see in more detail if a shim was installed over a smaller tube. Thanks
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

I measured the steer tube and outer diameter is...

I measured the steer tube and outer diameter is 38,1 mm. That creates a challenge fitting it with a standard 25,4 mm stems. The tube also has a protrusion all along its length...This interferes with...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Hum, quite a few good ideas to think about....

Hum, quite a few good ideas to think about. Thanks.

I finished removing most of the black paint. I can’t get in all the areas so this will be it. I decided not to use sprayed clear coat....
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-20-23, 09:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

I started wet sanding the black paint down to the...

I started wet sanding the black paint down to the original blue paint. Obviously I can’t remove all of it but using finer grit , I may be able to get away with a matte clear overcoat. A gloss finish...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-23, 04:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Here are pictures after I removed the tape. Paint...

Here are pictures after I removed the tape. Paint thinner works well to remove the adhesive residue. The original paint is still nice which is maddening to think someone painted over it. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-23, 06:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

The previous owner(s) painted over protective...

The previous owner(s) painted over protective tape. I’ve removed some of it and the original paint is there. The tape was applied on some parts of the frame only. Pictures later…
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-18-23, 05:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Thanks for this information. I’m leaning toward...

Thanks for this information. I’m leaning toward the hybrid version. Based on the condition of the frame and components, this bike has has a tough life (maybe abused). I don’t want to add more by...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-15-23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,584
Posted By jfouellette

Mystery bike and build ideas contest

Nothing to win but just for fun. What is this bike? What should I do with it?

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