Magnetic Computer Sensor Replacement
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Magnetic Computer Sensor Replacement
Anyone know where I can get an inexpensive magnetic spoke sensor for a computer. I have a cheap Schwinn Computer that was on my family riding bike and when I sold it, I forgot to take it off . I thought I would put it on my wife's bike just because it is in like new condition. When I went looking for the sensor, I couldn't find any online that weren't as expensive as just buying a new computer.
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People here probably have no idea what you paid for your computer and are probably not inclined to do the research to find out.
https://www.amazon.com/CatEye-Bicycle.../dp/B00180RTYG
($3.99 + $4.24 shipping)
Your LBS might be a better source (or buy another cheap computer).
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Sorry! I can buy a new Schwinn Computer for between $13 and $20.
I tried the LBS and they want about what you found on Amazon.
Such a waste not to use the computer, but I think getting a new one will be easier.
Thanks
I tried the LBS and they want about what you found on Amazon.
Such a waste not to use the computer, but I think getting a new one will be easier.
Thanks
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You can just send an email to Cateye (They have awesome customer service) Don't go into specifics. Just send a message that your spoke magnet got knocked off and you need a new one.
I asked Cateye how to acquire a plastic lock-ring for their bike mount and they sent me an entire replacement bike mount pack for free.
I asked Cateye how to acquire a plastic lock-ring for their bike mount and they sent me an entire replacement bike mount pack for free.
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If you get a new computer, order a replacement magnet at the same time so you don't have to pay extra shipping when you lose the new one. You can get a new magnet from Performance Bike for $3, which is great if you have a store nearby. (If you're already buying a computer and can get magnets cheap without extra shipping, you might consider buying an extra magnet to use with your Schwinn computer on another bike--yours or a friend's.)
I love my CatEye Enduro 8 because it is bulletproof and you can buy every part separately, so it's not a big deal if you lose parts or want to move the computer between bikes.
Oh, whoops! I thought you meant the MAGNET. Anyway, some of this still applies. haha.
I love my CatEye Enduro 8 because it is bulletproof and you can buy every part separately, so it's not a big deal if you lose parts or want to move the computer between bikes.
Oh, whoops! I thought you meant the MAGNET. Anyway, some of this still applies. haha.
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The sensors are pretty much interchangable in my experience. So when I retire an old computer I keep it around. My current Planet Bike computer had a sensor die on it a few years ago, and I cut off the sensor from an old K-Mart $5 computer and spliced it on the end (use liquid electrical tape to waterproof). It ran for a few years but eventually the computer mount deteriorated, so I ordered a "2nd bike kit" from the LBS for $10 or so, which came with a whole new sensor and magnet. The computer itself is still running fine, on its third battery after > 20K miles.
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I have a 6 function Schwinn for 10$ from Walmart. Go to you LBS, they should have one laying around, they should dbe interchangable
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yeah, I broke the wire on my Schwinn computer mount and just bought a whole new one - so now I have spare parts!
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Gosh, my LBS gives away old wheel magnets for free. Just one of the parts they strip off of old junk.....
Sometimes, it really pays to have a good rapport with your LBS.
Sometimes, it really pays to have a good rapport with your LBS.
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