Originally Posted by N_C
Did I mention I have a recumbent? I do, a Vision to be exact. The only way to put it in a stand is if it is grabbed by the seat frame. Certain stands will work, others will not. It depends if the stand can grab & hold the seat frame & if it is balanced enough with out falling over.
In that case you would be looking at a more expensive stand. But depending on how long you plan to ride, it is still an investment that will pay for itself.
Besides this overhaul how often do you use the LBS for other services (tuneups etc). Or is $75 every 5 years the only thing you spend?
Bottom line is if you REALLY wanted to do it yourself, it isn't terribly expensive to get the tools you need to do it.
Then again, some people really don't want to bother. That is fine too. I built an entire 700Sqft addition on my house. Most people look at me like I must have been nuts. I saved a $hitload of money. To each his own.
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