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02-21-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 351
Posted By Cynikal

I too enjoyed the show and plan on heading back....

I too enjoyed the show and plan on heading back. I may help a buddy who plans on getting a booth for her saddles. I'm interested in seeing the industry side of the show. Hopefully it isn't...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-16-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 766
Posted By Cynikal

I have a bunch of random lugs that would be good...

I have a bunch of random lugs that would be good for practice. They came as part of a package of tubing and bit I bought during peak pandemic. Happy to send you several of them for postage. PM me...
01-10-24, 01:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 699
Posted By Cynikal

Size?

Size?
Forum: Framebuilders
01-02-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,752
Posted By Cynikal

They were out of a small industrial area and had...

They were out of a small industrial area and had no real storefront. Just an office and materials. You had to call to pick up in person.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-31-23, 11:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 572
Posted By Cynikal

Thanks both of you, this discussion has been...

Thanks both of you, this discussion has been validating. I find the chainstay diagrams challenging at best. Question for Andrew, what stays are you using? I'm trying to get my head around using...
11-11-23, 01:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 274
Posted By Cynikal

PM on the DA cranks. Added bonus that I'm local.

PM on the DA cranks. Added bonus that I'm local.
11-07-23, 07:54 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,161
Posted By Cynikal

You can also use the Sheldon Brown method which...

You can also use the Sheldon Brown method which is handy for a hard to remove fixed cup. Scroll down the page a bit.

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/tooltips/bbcups.html
10-25-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 338
Posted By Cynikal

I'll second the frame/fork alignment as the first...

I'll second the frame/fork alignment as the first thing to check but also check your headset to make sure it isn't indexed (damaged where the bearings have created dents in the races and tend to stay...
Forum: Framebuilders
10-11-23, 08:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 517
Posted By Cynikal

Do you mean Long Shen? They just closed the...

Do you mean Long Shen? They just closed the business, owners retired. I believe Tange took over their production.
Forum: Framebuilders
10-10-23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 517
Posted By Cynikal

All of my fork crowns are only R rated

All of my fork crowns are only R rated
Forum: Framebuilders
10-04-23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 818
Posted By Cynikal

There are a few other forums that are dedicated...

There are a few other forums that are dedicated to framebuilding.
https://forum.customframeforum.com/
https://www.velocipedesalon.com/forum/forum.php

Additionally, there are a couple of...
Forum: Framebuilders
09-25-23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 890
Posted By Cynikal

For the weight issue, you could drill some speed...

For the weight issue, you could drill some speed holes in the middle of the plate.
09-22-23, 06:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 275
Posted By Cynikal

Moustache bars has been secured. Thanks all

Moustache bars has been secured. Thanks all
09-20-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 275
Posted By Cynikal

Wanted - Nitto Moustache Bar

I'm in search of a Nitto Moustache bar if anyone is holding. I'm not picky on either 26mm or 25.4mm. PM me if you have one you are looking to sell. Thanks!
Forum: Framebuilders
08-24-23, 01:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By Cynikal

Awesome Doug, I'll be up there tomorrow and at...

Awesome Doug, I'll be up there tomorrow and at the show Sat and Sun. Looking forward to seeing this.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-23-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 938
Posted By Cynikal

Return to seller and get refund

Return to seller and get refund
Forum: Framebuilders
08-22-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 738
Posted By Cynikal

^ What Bulgie said. Also, ask your self how much...

^ What Bulgie said. Also, ask your self how much compliance you need with a 2+ inch tire? You will never notice a compliant fork with that much tire.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-21-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 402
Posted By Cynikal

I got the same link if there are multiple...

I got the same link if there are multiple requests.
08-08-23, 07:05 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,196
Posted By Cynikal

I'm hopping a train from Sacramento arriving on...

I'm hopping a train from Sacramento arriving on Friday afternoon with bike and will be there through Monday afternoon. Staying about a half mile or so from the show. Any planned meet ups?
Forum: Framebuilders
08-08-23, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 932
Posted By Cynikal

Made.Bike Show

Who is going? I know there is a large cohort here from Portland. Any planned meet ups? I'm hopping a train from Sacramento arriving on Friday afternoon with bike and will be there through Monday...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-28-23, 09:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 967
Posted By Cynikal

My office has a 36" plotter for maps and...

My office has a 36" plotter for maps and graphics. I have used the back of draft maps that work pretty well and there were being tossed anyway. Maybe ask a Kinkos or something similar if they have...
07-21-23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 886
Posted By Cynikal

Nova closed permanently a few months ago. Super...

Nova closed permanently a few months ago. Super bummed about that as they were a local source for framebuilding supplies.
Forum: Framebuilders
07-07-23, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 856
Posted By Cynikal

I've seen several Low frames, mostly CX frames at...

I've seen several Low frames, mostly CX frames at local Nor Cal races. Always been impressed with them but have never ridden one.
Forum: Framebuilders
07-06-23, 09:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,241
Posted By Cynikal

I doubt the fork will be strong enough for the...

I doubt the fork will be strong enough for the change in forces. Forks built for disks generally have thicker tube walls to address the twisting forces.
Forum: Framebuilders
05-24-23, 09:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,253
Posted By Cynikal

Cannondale will warrantee that if you are the...

Cannondale will warrantee that if you are the original owner. Check with your shop.
Forum: Framebuilders
05-24-23, 09:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,072
Posted By Cynikal

There are two videos on fillet brazing and one or...

There are two videos on fillet brazing and one or two on silver brazing. They are absolutely worth watching multiple times.
Forum: Framebuilders
05-09-23, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 822
Posted By Cynikal

Sounds like your technical question was answered....

Sounds like your technical question was answered. Keep checking in on Nova, word on the street is that they have been purchased by someone who wants it to be what it used to be. They are local to me...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-14-23, 05:59 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,112
Posted By Cynikal

He must really like his dentist. I'd run away...

He must really like his dentist. I'd run away from that as fast as possible.
03-23-23, 09:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 576
Posted By Cynikal

Interesting Shops in Tokyo and Kyoto

I'm traveling to Japan next week and will be there for about 10 days between Tokyo and Kyoto. Any interesting shops I should check out? So far I'm looking at Blue Lug in Tokyo and I's in Kyoto. ...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-21-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,128
Posted By Cynikal

Strategic ballast makes you go faster

Strategic ballast makes you go faster
Forum: Framebuilders
03-19-23, 04:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,078
Posted By Cynikal

If you don't need the adjustment, you could...

If you don't need the adjustment, you could probably use a step down ferrel in there.
03-12-23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 285
Posted By Cynikal

bark_eater I have these. I replied to your PM. ...

bark_eater I have these. I replied to your PM. (weirdly it is much easier to post a photo than in a PM)

...
03-07-23, 10:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,394
Posted By Cynikal

A threaded center hole would make a really nice...

A threaded center hole would make a really nice dyno light mount.
03-07-23, 11:47 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,394
Posted By Cynikal

I would think that your first step with these...

I would think that your first step with these brakes is to get new bushings. The brass bushings, or even new delrin bushings, eliminate the vibration that causes the noise.
02-20-23, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 774
Posted By Cynikal

Looking at the link of what I bought it looks...

Looking at the link of what I bought it looks like the same ones. Interesting enough the steel sleeve works really well in these racers. Anyway, the link is below.
...
02-19-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 774
Posted By Cynikal

You can purchase the correct brass bushings and...

You can purchase the correct brass bushings and washers on Amazon for about $12
02-14-23, 06:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,407
Posted By Cynikal

I'm about to direct mount a set of racers to a...

I'm about to direct mount a set of racers to a 70's Bridgestone 400. After upgrading the bushings to brass they really are great brakes. Are there other sources for the braze ons besides RH? Not...
02-14-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,407
Posted By Cynikal

^This is how I crimp stays. I have a chunk of an...

^This is how I crimp stays. I have a chunk of an old butcher block that I shaped and a half of a tube block. Put that in a vise and just count the turns. I've only done this on chainstays before...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-31-22, 05:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 925
Posted By Cynikal

Long story short, it can be done but paint and/or...

Long story short, it can be done but paint and/or chrome will be ruined. I doubt a fork for a 56 cm frame will be that difficult to find.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-22-22, 10:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,262
Posted By Cynikal

I was thinking the same thing. I'm curious how...

I was thinking the same thing. I'm curious how this technique would apply to lugs. I would think that a more diffused heating makes more sense for a lug joint vs. a small braze on.
Forum: Framebuilders
12-19-22, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,064
Posted By Cynikal

I think you are correct for that being important...

I think you are correct for that being important with a thin, high pressure tire like a track bike. This will be a gravel/light tourer build with 42-48 mm 650b tires or 40mm 700's. That's a lot of...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-18-22, 12:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,064
Posted By Cynikal

I'm now leaning toward using this set of blades. ...

I'm now leaning toward using this set of blades. They use a thicker blade (1.1) for the disk blade and a thinner blade for the other side. I wonder if these would meet you need as well?
...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-16-22, 04:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,064
Posted By Cynikal

Disk Brake Fork Blade Question

All,

I'm about to take on my first disk brake fork build and have a question. I have been waiting for Nova to restock their disk specific fork blade but that is taking a while. My question is,...
Forum: Framebuilders
11-05-22, 07:54 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 902
Posted By Cynikal

On a fork that I built I drilled for the wiring...

On a fork that I built I drilled for the wiring but brazed a stainless washer to reinforce the hole. Been fine for a couple of years.
Forum: Framebuilders
10-31-22, 09:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 654
Posted By Cynikal

My thought is that the taper at the dropout,...

My thought is that the taper at the dropout, either 12.5 or 17 might not be enough surface area. I'm wondering if going the unicrown route would be simpler.
Forum: Framebuilders
10-30-22, 10:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 654
Posted By Cynikal

Thanks, that is a concern of mine as well. I'm...

Thanks, that is a concern of mine as well. I'm realizing that standard fork legs won't work well. I was thinking of ovalizing the tops of some straight 4130 to fit the 30x16 fork crown. I think...
10-28-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 780
Posted By Cynikal

Are the brake levers short or long pull? ...

Are the brake levers short or long pull?

Edit: Nevermind, I found the answer. They are 7 speed and short pull for canti's or road brakes, not Vbrakes.
Forum: Framebuilders
10-21-22, 05:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 654
Posted By Cynikal

Unicycle?

Anyone built a unicycle? I have a buddy that is looking for help to build a custom unicycle. I can get my head around most of it. I imagine using a MTB for crown (pacenti most likely because it...
10-12-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,390
Posted By Cynikal

That is a Rudge crank. Wasn't Rudge bought by...

That is a Rudge crank. Wasn't Rudge bought by Raleigh?
Forum: Framebuilders
10-06-22, 06:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,253
Posted By Cynikal

You could use a PF30 BB shell and one of these...

You could use a PF30 BB shell and one of these https://www.squidbikes.com/collections/hard-goods/products/oner-pf30-eccentric-bottom-bracket
But I would assume that a standard eccentric BB shell is...
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