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Old 01-14-14 | 01:05 PM
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FBinNY
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Bikes: too many bikes from 1967 10s (5x2)Frejus to a Sumitomo Ti/Chorus aluminum 10s (10x2), plus one non-susp mtn bike I use as my commuter

Originally Posted by phoebeisis
$5 repair=BS
Varies by area, season, type of shop, and the relationship. If the OP has a relationship with a "blue collar" shop, they'll probably look, advise, or maybe give it a go for a couple of beers (this time of year). Certainly a co-op would. Whn I was in retail we often helped regulars out with Hail Mary stuff like this at no charge.

Without a relationship, allthe OP is likely to get is "it's stripped, you need a new fork"
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