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For what it worth, I found this on the net...


BICYCLE BASIC TUNE-UP CHECKLIST

Wheel Systems:
( ) Hubs adjusted to not be tight or loose.
( ) All hubs locknuts secured.
( ) Hubs inspected for bent axles and external evidence of internal problems.
( ) Rims trued laterally to .5mm tolerance or better.
( ) Rims inspected for damaged or other work needed.
( ) Tires checked for proper wear and damage, proper mounting, and inflation.
( ) Wheels mounted in proper alignment and secure.
( ) ALL DONE
( ) SEE NOTES: Problems in need of further attention.
Drive Train System:
( ) Bottom Bracket fixed cup secured.
( ) Bottom Bracket adjusted to not be tight or loose.
( ) Bottom Bracket inspected for external evidence of internal problems.
( ) Crank arms securely mounted.
( ) Chainrings bolts secured.
( ) Wobbling chainrings aligned.
( ) Pedals securely mounted.
( ) Chain inspected for wear and lubricated if necessary.
( ) Freewheel inspected for wear and lubricated if necessary.
( ) ALL DONE
( ) SEE NOTES: Problems in need of further attention.
Steering System:
( ) Headset adjusted to not be tight or loose.
( ) Headset locknut secured.
( ) Headset inspected for external evidence of damage, wear, or loose cups.
( ) Fork inspected for damage.
( ) Stem inspected for proper depth insertion, alignment, and secure.
( ) Handlebars inspected for damage, proper alignment, and secure.
( ) ALL DONE
( ) SEE NOTES: Problems in need of further attention.
Brake System:
( ) Brake calipers checked for mounting security.
( ) Caliper arms and pivot/mounting bolts checked for damage.
( ) Adjustable brake pivots adjusted for no play or binding.
( ) Pivot nut/bolts checked for secure.
( ) Brake caliper lubricated at pivots, springs, and cable adjuster barrels.
( ) Brake pads checked for wear and replaced if more than 50% worn.
( ) Brake pad height set so as not to rub tire or hit partially below rim.
( ) Pads set tangent (parallel) to rim.
( ) New pads set with .5mm to 1.5mm toe to reduce squeal.
( ) Pads clearance set to 1mm -2mm per side (except MTB type).
( ) MTB pad clearance set so that when the pads contact the rim the lever clears the
handlebar by a minimum of 1 inch.
( ) Brake levers set to proper alignment and secure.
( ) Brake level pivots, cable anchor pivots, and cable adjusters lubricated.
( ) Cable removed and inspected for rust, frays, and kinks in the inner wire and housing.
( ) Housings sized to proper length and ends finished with filing and end caps where fit.
( ) Cables lubricated wherever they pass through housings.
( ) Cable system stress tested by pulling brake lever fully to handlebar a minimum of ten
times.
( ) Cable end finished with cap or soldering.
( ) Rims cleaned of lubricants and road grime.
( ) ALL DONE
( ) SEE NOTES: Problems in need of further attention
Shift Systems:
( ) Rear derailleur removed and hanger checked for proper alignment.
( ) Rear derailleur pivots, cable adjusters, and jockey wheels lubricated.
( ) Rear derailleur inspected for damage and worn jockey wheels.
( ) Rear derailleur mounted securely.
( ) Front derailleur checked for proper mounting height and rotation.
( ) Front derailleur checked for proper secure mounting.
( ) Front derailleur pivots lubricated.
( ) Derailleur cables removed and inspected for rust, frays, and kinks in the inner wires
and housings.
( ) Housings sized to proper length and ends finished with filing and end caps wherever
they improve fit.
( ) Cables lubricated wherever they pass through housings when appropriate.
( ) Cables pre-stressed.
( ) Chain length checked.
( ) Rear derailleur limit screws set to allow shift to largest and smallest sprockets.
( ) Rear derailleur checked for over shift at all gear combinations.
( ) Front derailleur limit screws set for minimum clearance of the derailleur cage to the
chain in high and low gear.
( ) Front derailleur checked for over shift at all gear combinations.
( ) ALL DONE
( ) SEE NOTES: Problems in need of further attention
Miscellaneous:
( ) Frame checked for damage.
( ) Seat post checked for allowable minimum depth of insertion.
( ) Seat post secure mounting checked.
( ) Seat checked for proper alignment and secure mounting.
( ) Accessories checked for mounting security and interference with moving parts or
safety hazards.
( ) ALL DONE
( ) SEE NOTES: Problems in need of further attention
Test Ride:
( ) Brakes checked for stopping power and squeal.
( ) Bicycle checked for tracking problems.
( ) Derailleurs checked for performance and over shift.
( ) Chain and freewheel cogs checked for skipping under load.
( ) Bicycle checked for unusual noises.

Notes: These problems could not be repaired and/or are in need of further attention;

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