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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-08, 11:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 41,816
Posted By sneefy

Quoted for truth. A Dremel and a cut-off wheel...

Quoted for truth. A Dremel and a cut-off wheel work better than any other tool for cutting cable and housing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-08, 11:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 656
Posted By sneefy

BC is pretty much right on. If it's cracking,...

BC is pretty much right on. If it's cracking, then it has been neglected and nothing will repair that.

I'll plug this stuff:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-08, 11:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,015
Posted By sneefy

Apples =/= oranges. That is disappointing...

Apples =/= oranges.

That is disappointing to see a plastic framed derailleur, even on a low end bike. It's not like they are trying to save weight on a cruiser.

Boo to Shimano for this one. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-08, 01:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,661
Posted By sneefy

I use a Dremel with a disc. Works great.

I use a Dremel with a disc. Works great.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-08, 03:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 969
Posted By sneefy

Unless they are Titanium. Or made of cheese.

Unless they are Titanium.

Or made of cheese.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-08, 02:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 969
Posted By sneefy

Most bikes are painted, you know.

Most bikes are painted, you know.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-08, 02:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 969
Posted By sneefy

I'm going to assume this is a serious question. ...

I'm going to assume this is a serious question.

No. Oil + Paint = bad.
Forum: Recumbent
01-31-08, 10:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,275
Posted By sneefy

Well, that's a good question. I guess I just...

Well, that's a good question. I guess I just assume because there is such a difference in price, there must be some quality difference.
Forum: Recumbent
01-31-08, 09:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,275
Posted By sneefy

How was the EZ Tandem? I'm sure the RANS is...

How was the EZ Tandem? I'm sure the RANS is awfully nice, but the cost of the Easyracer is so much better I'd be willing to accept a compromise or two in design.
Forum: Recumbent
01-30-08, 04:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,275
Posted By sneefy

Who has a Tandem 'Bent?

I seek opinions on tandem recumbents. Anybody?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-24-08, 10:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,474
Posted By sneefy

Judging from that picture that is the same cheap...

Judging from that picture that is the same cheap set that everybody sells under their own name, but with a different color scheme. I have the Nashbar version. I've seen it under the house brands from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-08, 09:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,465
Posted By sneefy

Standardize everything. Make everything...

Standardize everything. Make everything completely modular and interface with everything else. Proprietary parts suck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-07, 01:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 357
Posted By sneefy

disc squeal

My front disc brake squeals like a motherf***er. (shimano XT) Is there any way I can speed the break-in process along so this will stop? Any anti-squeal advice?

It is incredibly annoying....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-07, 03:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,192
Posted By sneefy

Subaru is currently using four engines. The NA...

Subaru is currently using four engines. The NA 2.5 (the standard 4cyl, the 2.0T (non-US wrx/sti), the 2.5T (US wrx/sti), and the H6 (tribeca) Only three of those engines are available in the US at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-07, 03:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,637
Posted By sneefy

I have WTB Allterrainasaurus on my city bike....

I have WTB Allterrainasaurus on my city bike. They have plenty of bite for less-than-pavement stuff, but roll very smooth on the streets.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-07, 12:23 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 12,989
Posted By sneefy

How different are Performance shorts vs. Nashbar?...

How different are Performance shorts vs. Nashbar? (since they are two parts of the same company) Anybody?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-07, 11:49 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 12,989
Posted By sneefy

I have a few pair of their basic padded liner...

I have a few pair of their basic padded liner shorts, and they work fine. Some chamois is better than no chamois.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-07, 11:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,516
Posted By sneefy

Fogging oil is a good alternative to Framesaver...

Fogging oil is a good alternative to Framesaver and Boeshield. It's cheap and easy to come by.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-07, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 694
Posted By sneefy

1974 Viscount Aerospace Pro

Mt father-in-law game me an old bike of his. A 1974 Viscount Aerospace Pro. He even still had the receipt and an article from Bicycling magazine about it. (he replaced the aluminum fork of death a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-07, 02:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,036
Posted By sneefy

Moisture is death to any leather product that...

Moisture is death to any leather product that needs to be flexible. If water soaks into leather it displaces the natural oils and that is why leather gets stiff after it dries out. Then it cracks and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 748
Posted By sneefy

Housing it inside is ideal. Do it if possible. If...

Housing it inside is ideal. Do it if possible. If the bike must live outside, stick with a cheap beater.

Theft is also much less likely if the bike is a bit ugly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,210
Posted By sneefy

In my instance, the dog was quite obviously not...

In my instance, the dog was quite obviously not being hostile so I wasn't afraid of being hurt by it directly. I just didn't want to crush the little bugger. I just wish the owners of the dog weren't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-07, 08:25 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,210
Posted By sneefy

That is exactly why they need to be kept on a...

That is exactly why they need to be kept on a leash in public areas!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-07, 09:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,210
Posted By sneefy

What the hell are leash laws for?

I was mountain biking in a park yesterday. On a trail designated specifically for mountain biking. I come upon two people walking through the park on the MTB trail with a little white shaggy rat of a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-07, 08:28 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 590
Posted By sneefy

Disc brake squeal

My new disc brakes squeal to wake the dead when coming to a stop. What sort of break-in period should I expect before it isn't so squeaky? What is people's experience with this? (Mine are XT)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-07, 06:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,821
Posted By sneefy

I'd like to reuse as much as possible. If the...

I'd like to reuse as much as possible. If the cable housing is the proper length, why not reuse it?

I'm just wondering if I'll experience a difference in performance (i.e. difficulty shifting) or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-07, 05:56 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,821
Posted By sneefy

Finishing cable ends

How critical is it to crimp end caps on the ends of newly cut cable housing? The will be snug in the cable stops on the frame anyway. Will I see a performance difference in shifting or braking if I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-07, 03:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 29,006
Posted By sneefy

That's what I thought. Thanks. I was just...

That's what I thought. Thanks. I was just second-guessing myself for some odd reason...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-07, 02:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 29,006
Posted By sneefy

I'm wondering if there is actually a mechanical...

I'm wondering if there is actually a mechanical difference that would prohibit mounting a front v-brake on the rear.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-07, 02:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 29,006
Posted By sneefy

difference between front and rear v-brake?

Is there a difference between front and rear v-brakes? i.e. Would there be any reason I can't mount a front v-brake on the rear?

I see no difference. Please someone educate me if I'm wrong. Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-07, 12:04 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 87,576
Posted By sneefy

None of those are good substitutes.

None of those are good substitutes.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-03-07, 12:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,486
Posted By sneefy

That is an impossible thing to quantify. You...

That is an impossible thing to quantify. You can't simply attach a speed to it and say it will or will not be fatal.

Where are you taking the impact? Helmet? Face? Spine?
Forum: Commuting
03-22-07, 02:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,829
Posted By sneefy

+1

+1
Forum: Commuting
03-22-07, 02:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 503
Posted By sneefy

WTB Allterrainasaurus? They have lots of tread,...

WTB Allterrainasaurus? They have lots of tread, but roll remarkable smooth when inflated properly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-07, 11:41 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,393
Posted By sneefy

Fargo-Moorhead. I went to college there...

Fargo-Moorhead. I went to college there (Concordia) and it is flat as the proverbial pancake.

Interesting topographical note: The highest elevation in Moorhead is on Concordia College's campus....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-07, 11:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 641
Posted By sneefy

If I use platforms that wouldn't be an issue,...

If I use platforms that wouldn't be an issue, yes? Provided they were tightened well and I use loctite as suggested, right?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-07, 04:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 641
Posted By sneefy

Tandem crank for single speed?

Would a front (single ring) tandem crank and chainring work well for a single speed?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-07, 02:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By sneefy

I've been riding other bikes! I promise! I don't...

I've been riding other bikes! I promise! I don't have any photos handy. I'll see if I can take some. It was (is) a nice bike, though. Flat black frame, black spokes and rims, white brake cables, red...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-07, 01:54 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By sneefy

Neither of these bikes have actually been ridden...

Neither of these bikes have actually been ridden in years. I still have them because I'm a bit of a pack rat. :rolleyes:

The predator is actually in pretty good shape. Some scratches on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-07, 09:36 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By sneefy

You could always paint it with Line-X. (You know...

You could always paint it with Line-X. (You know the tough truck-bed coating material) That definitely wouldn't be smooth! You wouldn't have to worry about it chipping either! :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-07, 09:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By sneefy

The one I'm talking about is actually just a...

The one I'm talking about is actually just a frame at the moment. It's a steel, circa '01 or so, Giant Boulder frame. Flat black, but has some scrapes and rust here and there (hence the paint job). I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-07, 11:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,105
Posted By sneefy

rattle can paint

I need to give my steel beater frame a paint job. What brands of spray paint do people recommend?

Yes, I am serious. When I say beater, I mean beater. It's not worth a pro paint job.

First...
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