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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-11, 05:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

Freewheel arrived today. Fixed the problem like a...

Freewheel arrived today. Fixed the problem like a charm (along with the recently replaced chain, i assume that helped too). Thanks everyone for all the advice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-11, 10:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

hmm, i will check the chain wrap situation. But...

hmm, i will check the chain wrap situation. But the wheel already can't go very far back into the dropouts due to the derailleur hanger taking up some space.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-11, 10:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

It had the problem before and after replacing the...

It had the problem before and after replacing the chain. Neither chain appears to have any stiff links, but thanks for the suggestion. I'm hoping the new freewheel will fix the problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-11, 11:24 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

I bought this to see if it fixes the problem. or...

I bought this to see if it fixes the problem. or did I buy a piece of junk? :) Any opinions on this freewheel? I will post here after I receive, install, and test it.

Shimano 5 speed SIS Uniglide...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-11, 02:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

more like the latter. Doesn't skip everytime, but...

more like the latter. Doesn't skip everytime, but is definitely related to when I put force on it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-11, 11:12 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

As far as what freewheel to buy, call me insane...

As far as what freewheel to buy, call me insane but I kind of like friction shifting so am going to keep the shifters. Having said that, is there any point to buying a IRD Defiant Freewheel (50...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-11, 09:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

good idea. I would try that but the other...

good idea.
I would try that but the other Schwinn's freewheel is in pretty bad shape including the small cog.

Being no expert at inspecting cogs/teeth, maybe i missed something. I will likely...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-11, 06:47 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,057
Posted By jp2012

Out of ideas on chain skipping on smallest sprocket - '75 Schwinn Continental

Recently dragged a 1975 Schwinn Continental out of the shed. Tore it down. Re-cabled, regreased, etc. Rides really quiet and smooth now;

BUT ----

On the small sprocket, chain is "skipping"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-11, 09:30 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,992
Posted By jp2012

Thanks for all the good advice.

Thanks for all the good advice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,992
Posted By jp2012

guess i am spoiled by my Bridgestone MB-6 where I...

guess i am spoiled by my Bridgestone MB-6 where I can lean a little and set my foot down at stop lights without having to hop off of the seat.

Aside from the height issue, any ideas on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-11, 11:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,992
Posted By jp2012

Seat Advice Needed on old Schwinn Continental - Bike is a little too big for me

newbie here.

I recently restored a Schwinn Continental (1975) that I found in the shed. I am not a tall person and this is a big bike (27" tires and 24" from bottom bracket to seat post clamp.)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-11, 10:43 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,881
Posted By jp2012

1970 Schwinn Junior Stingray - I was 8yrs old. I...

1970 Schwinn Junior Stingray - I was 8yrs old. I still have it in the shed. banana seat, slick rear tire, beautiful copper-like paint, chrome fenders.
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