Originally Posted by
tjspiel
I mean I wouldn't either, -mostly because I wouldn't trust that Walmart could really fix it. I think they'd just tell me to pick out a different bike, - which may or may not have the same issue.
Then I have to go through the whole process of readjusting everything again and re-install any accessories I had put on it.
Yeah, this is pretty much exactly why I'm not taking Wal-Mart up on the warranty. Aside from the bottom bracket, everything on this bike is straight and works well. Not sure I'd want to risk another, and I'm almost positive all they'd do is refund or exchange.
I share your hesitation about recommending Wal-Mart bikes. I really like the way this bike rides, 100%...but there could be underlying problems...
So far the seat, the brakes, and the bottom bracket I found needed to be replaced. I just got my rear Kool-Stop Eagle II Salmon pads and they seem to work really well. Got my new headlight too but the mounting bracket is still on the way.
Max, I'll look into seeing if there is a local co-op here too. I don't know of one but I'm new to the biking world. If there isn't, it's all good as I already have a crank puller anyway so all I'd need is the socket. Probably a good thing to have around anyway.
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