hows it goin? i lvie on LI, i havent really ridden a bike in abotu 3 years, but i want to get back into it this summer. i need to replace/upgrade some parts on my 98/99 trek 6000, since in my younger years i neglected any soert of maint. other than soaking the chain in WD-40 haah

Hey, welcome. You'll probably get a lot out of the Mechanics forum, it is helpful for anyone from newbies to pros. Best of luck.