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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-17, 10:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,342
Posted By tromper

Thinking this is just wear. She's been using...

Thinking this is just wear. She's been using them for years, & they've been getting progressively worse. I forget the exact name but they were the old shimano brifters with with the thumb switch to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-17, 11:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,342
Posted By tromper

Thanks folks, I appreciate the feedback. ...

Thanks folks, I appreciate the feedback.
Tourist, that campy thing's cool, but since this is the wife's bike thinking the Claris, maybe the Microshift, but probably the Claris since I try to keep...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-17, 10:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,342
Posted By tromper

3X8 Indexed BRifters

Hi folks,

My wife's old Jamis Aurora's 3x8 brifters are giving up the ghost.
I have no desire to go to 3x10 or 11 for this bike, & she's not big on bar ends.

I did a bit of poking around &...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-14, 04:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,133
Posted By tromper

Yup a 126mm five speed. Stunned me when I...

Yup a 126mm five speed. Stunned me when I measured it. I wasn't about to argue.

Thanks for the responses folks, It's pretty much a bar cruiser/local ride bike so I'll keep on chugg'n for now. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-14, 11:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,133
Posted By tromper

Bent Axle?

Howdy,

I noticed some odd motion on the back of my ancient Nishiki last night when I had it up.
It's a five speed freewheel with 126mm spacing and horizontal drops using an expensive rear wheel,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-14, 01:22 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,624
Posted By tromper

Maybe even....Dare I say it...add "Grease" to the...

Maybe even....Dare I say it...add "Grease" to the hubs vs. just thinking the word "Grease" at them (very hard). :rolleyes:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-14, 01:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 705
Posted By tromper

IRD Defiant Freewheels - Any Recent Experiences

Howdy,

I've read how IRD had some issues with their first few generations of the Defiant, but I was curious if anybody had any reports, good:love:, bad:cry:, or ugly:eek:, of the more recent...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-14, 03:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 9,076
Posted By tromper

Haven't heard of them might be OK, but if they're...

Haven't heard of them might be OK, but if they're in Hong Kong and you're not, then I'd be a bit leery of ordering from 'em in case you have to warranty something. For the stuff I buy I've found...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-14, 08:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 920
Posted By tromper

I've switched to a tablet, & a netbook for my non...

I've switched to a tablet, & a netbook for my non home based needs, but I used one of these (http://www.anddutch.com/index.php/basil-d-azur-messenger-bag-single-pannier.html)for my 16" laptop while...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-14, 11:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,342
Posted By tromper

Check to make sure your shifter isn't installed...

Check to make sure your shifter isn't installed wrong(backwards). I just played this game with an old Nishiki five speed. That was a good part of the issue.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-14, 04:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,798
Posted By tromper

It's interesting that the V looks like the older...

It's interesting that the V looks like the older one, where the Honor more strongly resembles the newer (cheaper) unit.
I did eventually get the springs, & pulleys working better on the old one &...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-14, 11:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,866
Posted By tromper

Take it to a shop. You are probably looking at a...

Take it to a shop. You are probably looking at a new frame if it's as bad as that sounds.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-14, 12:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,798
Posted By tromper

Hmmf maybe I oughta go through the old one when I...

Hmmf maybe I oughta go through the old one when I get some time. I left the "new" one in place since it seemed to have a little more life in it's pulley's; albeit I may swap it back now, purely for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-14, 12:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,866
Posted By tromper

I'll second Mr. Thompson on this, I've done it a...

I'll second Mr. Thompson on this, I've done it a few times myself, but will add a couple caveats.
I am comfortable working on bikes.
All my frames are all steel. It usually bends back with no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-14, 11:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,798
Posted By tromper

Thanks for all your input folks:thumb:, I figured...

Thanks for all your input folks:thumb:, I figured it out. There were two problems, the missing speednut/e-clip/c-clip (I ended up using an e-clip), & part of the shifting mechanism was backwards...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-14, 11:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,798
Posted By tromper

Adjusting Ancient Suntour Derailleur to

Hi folks,

I'm having trouble getting an Ancient Suntour Derailleur to hit all five gears.
It's a model I've never worked with before, & since it's older than my wife I guess it's possibly shot.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-14, 02:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 735
Posted By tromper

Kinda depends on what you're going to do with it,...

Kinda depends on what you're going to do with it, & if you're into more of the retro thing as the Sugino would suggest, or want a more modern look.
Being more of a retrogrouch than not, I'm a fan of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-14, 03:06 AM
Replies: 2,675
Views: 1,134,890
Posted By tromper

I came to call it a super five since that's what...

I came to call it a super five since that's what the bike was advertised as honestly. I didn't look at the tag closely until a short time ago, too busy pulling things apart to bring them up to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-14, 07:58 PM
Replies: 2,675
Views: 1,134,890
Posted By tromper

Sure Hummer. Here ya go. Pics of the badge,...

Sure Hummer.
Here ya go. Pics of the badge, the lower seat tube stickers, & bonus a pic of the bird on the chain guard, & the super nifty "Super Five" sticker. If I could replace 'em I'd even...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-14, 11:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By tromper

Thanks folks a chunk of dowel, & a rubber mallet...

Thanks folks a chunk of dowel, & a rubber mallet got it "Ford Style"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-07-14, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 652
Posted By tromper

Ashtabula Crank won't pull

Hi folks,

I have an Ashtabula crank on an ancient Nishiki Super 5 that doesn't quite want to pull.
I'm mostly inclined to just work around it. Clean it, add some grease & close it, but I was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-14, 01:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 500
Posted By tromper

Looking for opinions/experiences on a Couple O' Items

Howdy folks,
I'm busy going through & rehabbing an ancient Nishiki Super 5.
I'm replacing the wheels with bikeman4u's bolt-on alloy wheels (keeping 'em 27" cuz I'm dumb that way) & will need some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-14, 03:45 AM
Replies: 2,675
Views: 1,134,890
Posted By tromper

Howdy Best I can figure this is an early 70's...

Howdy
Best I can figure this is an early 70's Nishiki Super 5. The Serial Number is KS94055
The freewheel date code is NG, which for Maeda (Suntour) indicates July of 1971 per the vintage Trek...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-13, 02:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 793
Posted By tromper

I must be missing something. If you're buying...

I must be missing something. If you're buying cantilever brakes why are you looking at disc hubs?

Beyond that my two bits would be that picking up the package deal isn't a bad way to start off. ...
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-23-13, 11:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,584
Posted By tromper

Thanks, that's all good information.

Thanks, that's all good information.
Forum: Electric Bikes
01-21-13, 08:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,584
Posted By tromper

Giant Twist Freedom DX

I'm looking into a Giant Twist Freedom DX for a bit over a grand.
It's hypothetically new, but a couple years old.
My needs for an Ebike are pretty basic. I have an 11 mile commute with a couple...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-12, 05:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,712
Posted By tromper

Heck for what it's worth I replaced my worn out...

Heck for what it's worth I replaced my worn out Vittoria Randos (37 I think) with an old pair of conti contacts (37) I got in a trade a while back, & will note that though the randos served me well...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-14-12, 04:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,290
Posted By tromper

Paddling Gloves?

Have heard that paddling gloves (used by rowers, kayakers etc) were good for winter commuting in the PAC NW since they're very waterproof & lightly insulated.

Anybody tried 'em out? If so what...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-12, 04:04 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,711
Posted By tromper

Le Vélo Phred 2012

Just before taking off for lunch @ a local brewpub.
Jury's out on the Basil Messenger bag. Nice bag, but I get a tetch of heal strike sometimes. Probably wouldn't be an issue if I used clipless,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-12, 12:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 34,346
Posted By tromper

Assuming either will fit your frame with no...

Assuming either will fit your frame with no issues, it depends on whether or not you prefer the 35mm+ tires. If you do I'd go with the larger ones in case you get something more true to size.

If...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-12, 02:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By tromper

Not so much the economics, in the end Internal...

Not so much the economics, in the end Internal Gear Hubs use a chain or belt as well. Part of it is change of pace, the other part of the thought would be to simplify the bike a bit and allow for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-12, 02:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By tromper

Drive Train Time

Getting a distinct skip under load on my pleasantly ancient Trek 750 Multitrack (lugged steel for those who care)

I chucked on a new chain since that's on the list, this didn't get it so I'm...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-16-12, 01:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,785
Posted By tromper

I'm not real fond of white, but if it was the one...

I'm not real fond of white, but if it was the one I wouldn't let it stop me. Overall I prefer green, but have only owned a couple green ones over the years.
My current (and mysteriously the last...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-16-12, 01:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,695
Posted By tromper

Test ride 'em; although overall I'd bet on the...

Test ride 'em; although overall I'd bet on the 20" working out the best. You may end up tweaking the stem a bit, but I'm a bit taller then you a bit under 5'10" these days) with the same inseam, &...
Forum: Commuting
04-15-12, 02:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 22,904
Posted By tromper

Brooks saddle, jeans & a piece of elastic with a...

Brooks saddle, jeans & a piece of elastic with a wide button on it wrapped around right ankle to keep the pants out of the chain. Seems to work OK.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-12, 11:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 529
Posted By tromper

A hair cheaper at Universal Cycles...

A hair cheaper at Universal Cycles (http://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=41600) they currently have 107 & 113 mm.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-10-12, 12:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,291
Posted By tromper

B17 on my 750, occasionally think of swapping for...

B17 on my 750, occasionally think of swapping for a flyer.
Forum: Commuting
04-10-12, 12:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,631
Posted By tromper

Yup I've had the issue, yup I've had it even when...

Yup I've had the issue, yup I've had it even when making eye contact.
Discounting the absolute a$$h0lz & folks who just plain missed seeing you, the underlying issue was covered in Motorcycle Safty...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-12, 01:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,360
Posted By tromper

Or you could just nab some off old friction...

Or you could just nab some off old friction shifters off CL. Like the fellah recommending the old suntours suggests. Heck even the cheap falcons...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-12, 12:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,004
Posted By tromper

:thumb:+1 to universal, not to mention their...

:thumb:+1 to universal, not to mention their cats, only been there a couple times but have ordered a fair bit of stuff from them, & am likely to be doing so rather soonish again. If you sign up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-12, 01:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 583
Posted By tromper

Disc Specific Rims

I'm eying up the new Surly Disc Trucker frame, & debating the whole bike option vs. doing a build (It'll likely be cheaper that way).

I noticed they're using the Alex Adventurer rims on it. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-12, 01:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 13,314
Posted By tromper

Pretty much, if it's not busted don't fix it. I...

Pretty much, if it's not busted don't fix it. I run 8 in back since it's cheap, still commonly available, & perhaps a hair more durable than a 9. I don't notice any major difference between them.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-12, 01:10 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 15,560
Posted By tromper

No need to be an Ars unless ya really wanna :-)

Heck Scheherezade,
I'm a big fan of the multi-tracks (I own & like a 90/91ish 750).

Building can be fun & satisfying, but buy one or build one, really no big long as she likes it & rides it. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-12, 03:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,096
Posted By tromper

The VO's are nice, no two ways about it. Chris...

The VO's are nice, no two ways about it. Chris rocks. You may also want to take a look at these (http://ecom1.planetbike.com/7059.html).
They mount pretty well & come with a great mudflap already...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-12, 03:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 962
Posted By tromper

Might want to raise your bars a bit too at this...

Might want to raise your bars a bit too at this point, you're not as used to supporting yourself after a few months off as you were back then. By raising them you bring yourself off your junk...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-12, 03:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,996
Posted By tromper

+1 to ColinL & Pendergast. I'm running 700*35...

+1 to ColinL & Pendergast. I'm running 700*35 contis having worn out some 700*35 Vittoria Randos. The road morph works fine; although I've also used an old zefal I have around. I prefer the morph...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-12, 03:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,410
Posted By tromper

Heck you'll find me in the fenders & rack...

Heck you'll find me in the fenders & rack camp..maybe a bar bag or front rack..really depends on what you do with it. Other thoughts will happen (as noted previously) after a few miles, pedals,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-05-12, 03:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,617
Posted By tromper

A definite price point above what others are...

A definite price point above what others are suggesting, but I picked up a Stella 400 from Light & Motion for about 75 bucks on a really good sale. Have not regretted the purchase cuz it's cheaper...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-05-12, 01:28 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,223
Posted By tromper

Heck I'm not much of a roadie, more of a...

Heck I'm not much of a roadie, more of a commuter, & poke around type.
I went 8 for durabilty, I'd have preferred 7 to minimize dish on the wheel (even more durable), but the hubs are a bit tough to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-05-12, 12:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,298
Posted By tromper

Been known to use spraypaint on my old trek;...

Been known to use spraypaint on my old trek; however as noted by Gary surface prep is paramount if you want to do it right.
Fortunatly for me the trek is gloss black so matching is not an issue.
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