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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-21, 09:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,279
Posted By ixcuix

Big thanks for all of the feedback in regard to...

Big thanks for all of the feedback in regard to my 7 speed coaster hub. I am going to try some of the suggestions. Thanks very much for the post of the Shimano manual.

Thomas
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-21, 09:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,279
Posted By ixcuix

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x393/2002_van_dessel_straight_up_x_7_7b4cdaf745becb47a6d6b6007b2e841136c859e5.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-21, 09:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,279
Posted By ixcuix

Shimano 7 Speed Internal Hub, Coaster Brake

I have a bicycle with a Shimano 7 speed internal hub with a coaster brake. The coaster brake does not seem to be grabbing very well. This bicycle does not seem to have been used very much at all. Any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-21-21, 08:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,293
Posted By ixcuix

This was the tricky part for me. ...

This was the tricky part for me.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/735x490/nexusshot_55ce3ddd591fb06d74be4fc85b4f2b02293d3691.png
This was the tricky part for me.
Forum: Commuting
01-21-21, 09:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 16,226
Posted By ixcuix

There is also a c clip removal tool that I used....

There is also a c clip removal tool that I used. It works perfectly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-21, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,293
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks, I have been following the dealers manual....

Thanks, I have been following the dealers manual. Maybe I missed the part about what gear it is supposed to be in. I will check again.
I checked. Looks like it is supposed to be in 2nd gear. Page...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-21, 05:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 5,293
Posted By ixcuix

Shimano Nexus 3 Speed cable replacement

I am replacing the cable on a Nexus 3 sp. rear hub. What gear should I put the shift controller into when doing this or does it matter?
Thanks Thomas
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-04-21, 12:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

Howdy I had the 24T sprocket put on the Shimano...

Howdy
I had the 24T sprocket put on the Shimano Nexus 3sp, and I am happy with the gearing now. More useable for small hills for sure. The high gear is good also.
By the way I used a Sturmey Archer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-20, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks. This is exactly what I wanted to know...

Thanks. This is exactly what I wanted to know summed up. The only 24T cog I can find is a Sturmey Archer. I will post here after I change out the cog.
Looks llike 23T Shimano is easily available....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-28-20, 02:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks. Yeah, this is what I want. The only time...

Thanks. Yeah, this is what I want. The only time I would ever use the highest gear now is trying to go as fast as possible down a hill.
I am ordering the cog now. Might go 23 or maybe 24. Looks like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-28-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

Unfortunately the chain ring can't be replaced by...

Unfortunately the chain ring can't be replaced by itself, has to be both cr and crank arm.
T
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-20, 07:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

It is a Shimano Nexus SG-3R40. It is on a KHS...

It is a Shimano Nexus SG-3R40. It is on a KHS Manhattan bicycle. One thing I would be interested in is if Shimano thinks going to a 23 or 24 T sprocket would do any damage to the hub, because of too...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks. I have changed the sprocket on my Nexus 8...

Thanks. I have changed the sprocket on my Nexus 8 speed hub. Was more looking for feedback on the effect of going to a 23T or 24T.

Thomas
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-20, 02:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,919
Posted By ixcuix

Shimano 3 speed hub, Change sprocket size

Hi
I want to make it easier for me to climb hills with my bike that has a Shimano 3 speed hub. I would like to go from a 20T sprocket to a 23 or 24T sprocket.
Are there any problems with doing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-20, 11:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

I finally replaced my 20 tooth sprocket with a...

I finally replaced my 20 tooth sprocket with a 23. 42 stayed the same in front. Really like the gear ratios. No sign of any stress.
Can go up steeper hills easier for sure. The changes are actually...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-20, 10:58 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

I am 6 2 about 200 lbs. I ride smoothly and...

I am 6 2 about 200 lbs. I ride smoothly and evenly. More or less take it easy. I will try this 23/42 setup and see what happens. Should make some noises or whatever if it is straining the hub....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

I am a bit confused and math challenged. I plan...

I am a bit confused and math challenged. I plan to put a 23 sprocket on rear and 42 Tooth on front. This is with a Nexus 8 speed. Do you think I will do any damage with this setup?
Thanks Thomas
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-20, 05:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Quick Link looks good. What size is the chain on...

Quick Link looks good. What size is the chain on these Nexus 8 hub bikes. 3/32 or 1/8?
Thanks T
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

This Jamis, came with the same setup. 42T front...

This Jamis, came with the same setup. 42T front 20 R with 70x35 tires. Do you think if I go to 22 or 23 R, I will have an easier time climbing hills? I do not have that hard a time climbing hills,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-20, 12:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

My sprocket is 20 teeth, and I may go to 22. I...

My sprocket is 20 teeth, and I may go to 22. I have been told that this will make low gear lower. I wart to be able to climb hills more easily.
The high gears are never used by me. Seems like the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-20, 11:29 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Yes, I have taken the cable off and removed the...

Yes, I have taken the cable off and removed the wheel numerous times in the last week. I am pretty familiar with the easiest ways to do this
It more or less started when my cassette joint broke. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-20, 07:25 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Yes. With my Jamis Commuter 3.0 I can push the...

Yes. With my Jamis Commuter 3.0 I can push the axle WAY forward and just take out the cable end. By the way, the trick to doing this is to actually look how the cable end fits in the part called the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xf1bmEeeqzA ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xf1bmEeeqzA See at :56
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

That makes a lot of sense. It is easy to get...

That makes a lot of sense. It is easy to get chain off and get cable off the way it is. (being able to move the axle way forward.
Not sure if I should start another thread, but what is your opinion...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-20, 10:02 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Right. I think I do want to be able to just slam...

Right. I think I do want to be able to just slam the wheel back in after fixing a flat etc., so I will probably shorten the chain. I do not think I mentioned that a chain wear tool was used and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks. I think I am close. This is a photo of...

Thanks. I think I am close. This is a photo of what I am talking about in regard to the dropout axle adjusters. The photo shows that even when they are adjusted all the
way to the left (facing the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-20, 09:20 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Sweeks I did not see your post before I...

Sweeks

I did not see your post before I wrote the above reply . Thanks. I am almost positive there is plenty of slack when the gear shifter is set at 1. Maybe I am getting into 1st gear, AND NOT...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-20, 09:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

I found this. A WHOLE LINK IS LIKE MOVING THE...

I found this. A WHOLE LINK IS LIKE MOVING THE AXLE 1/2 IN.
A HALF LINK IS LIKE MOVING THE AXLE 1/4 IN.

What I am wondering is if the axle is moved. (I have horizontal drop outs), will this change...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-20, 07:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks. The cassette joint is CJ-8S20. I will see...

Thanks. The cassette joint is CJ-8S20. I will see if the cable is routed correctly and the 2 marks line up in 4th gear. What about the chain? If it is worn out would it cause this problem? One thing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-12-20, 05:14 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,183
Posted By ixcuix

Nexus 8 speed hub

I have a Jamis I think around 2002 Commuter 3.0. It has a Jamis 8G-8R22 Shimano 8 speed internal hub. After changing the gear shift cable and replacing the part that the cable end fits into, the gear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-17, 09:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks again for all the help. I think I found...

Thanks again for all the help. I think I found the reason this hub was making unusual noise. It has caged 7/32 in. bearings and on one side these bearings were very pitted.
I pulled them out of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-17, 08:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks mucho for the help. Thomas.

Thanks mucho for the help.
Thomas.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-17, 06:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks. This must be a rare drawing if it even...

Thanks. This must be a rare drawing if it even exists. This is the part information on the hub. Sachs NT 5020 The hub is on a 1987 Raleigh Technium City Sport.

I did an advanced Google search...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-17, 01:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

This hub is still making some sounds I do not...

This hub is still making some sounds I do not like. I think I need to buy a new axle.
The length is no problem, but is there a thing described as the angle of the thread I have to consider in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-17, 07:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Here is a photo of the hub and axle and the parts...

Here is a photo of the hub and axle and the parts lined up like I have them assembled. Seems to be working.
Thanks Thomas
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-17, 08:16 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks...... Yeah, I have taken this hub apart...

Thanks......
Yeah, I have taken this hub apart and put it back together a few times, just did not document the first time and there is one part I am not sure of. (a washer that I have inside the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-17, 04:02 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Thanks, but these diagrams are not what I need. I...

Thanks, but these diagrams are not what I need. I need an exploded view of the axle and all the axle parts.
Thomas
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-17, 07:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 7,465
Posted By ixcuix

Sachs Rear Drum Brake

I need a diagram of this (photo attached) Sachs rear drum brake. It is on a late 80s Raleigh Technium.
I have searched everywhere and can't find any exploded view of the parts.
Thanks Thomas
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