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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-13, 09:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,133
Posted By ben trim

Thanks much for the great info. But I must...

Thanks much for the great info.
But I must come clean. First I asked the wrong question. As I saw in another post on this forum 'an ounce of diagnosis is worth a pound of cure'. I was looking for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-13, 06:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,133
Posted By ben trim

I like that one too. :beer:

I like that one too. :beer:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-13, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,133
Posted By ben trim

Thanks WOS. That looks like my derailleur. Ah Ha....

Thanks WOS. That looks like my derailleur. Ah Ha. So I may need new DR and probably a longer chain to go with. I understand 9 speed DRs should work w 8 spd cassette, right?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-26-13, 09:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,133
Posted By ben trim

I do like the DR abbreviation... a lot.:thumb: ...

I do like the DR abbreviation... a lot.:thumb:
I tried adjusting cable tension while riding yesterday and couldn't resolve issue w that. I did replace cables w other stuff so should be good there....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-13, 11:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,133
Posted By ben trim

shifter-derailleur brand compatibility question

Is it true that rear mtb shifter and derailleur must be same brand? If so, does Shimano make a grip shifter?

I have 8 speed w deore XT rear de and sram mrx comp grip shifter. This replaced the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-11, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 692
Posted By ben trim

Looks like 110/74.

Looks like 110/74.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-16-11, 04:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 692
Posted By ben trim

chainrings for Ritchey Sugino crank

I think these are discontinued. Will any 5 hole ring work? What's the best w/o breaking the bank?
I have a mid 1990s P22 Ritchey MTB and needs new drivetrain.
Should this post be in MTB forum?...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-07, 10:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 583
Posted By ben trim

I have a 80s road bike paid $100 for. It needs...

I have a 80s road bike paid $100 for. It needs new wheels and I am thinking of using the Ultegra/open pro wheels from my sport bike. It's either that or use a more basic Matrix/shimano wheel set I...
Forum: Commuting
08-09-07, 10:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,806
Posted By ben trim

Hey, thanks for the helpful ideas I have the...

Hey, thanks for the helpful ideas

I have the road size PlaneT Bike fenders. Until I found the 27x1, I ran Panarace Pasela 27 1 1/8 and put up with lots of scraping and grinding noise with wet...
Forum: Commuting
08-09-07, 09:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,806
Posted By ben trim

Anyone do fenders on 27" wheel sport bikes

I've been working on this a couple yrs. Got a 80s Motobecane I use as commuter. There are eyelets by the dropouts for fenders.
Having a heck of a time getting tires that clear fenders. The key may...
Forum: Commuting
08-09-07, 08:21 AM
Replies: 222
Views: 8,438
Posted By ben trim

Same at ~ 5 mi, takes 20-25 min. Three stop...

Same at ~ 5 mi, takes 20-25 min. Three stop signs, no lights, mile or so on bike path, another on busy 5 lane. Making left off 5 lane is crux but I think drivers almost seem to know where I turn...
Forum: Commuting
08-09-07, 07:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 8,042
Posted By ben trim

Specialized Armadillo nimbus EX 26x1.5 work for...

Specialized Armadillo nimbus EX 26x1.5 work for me. 5mi pavement commute.
Also work for combined road and mountain trail loops.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-18-05, 12:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By ben trim

I see my questions have been asked and answered...

I see my questions have been asked and answered before. And I am still on the cusp of a decision NRS vs Trance.
Lots of factors to consider.
Thanks for the great reference.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-16-05, 06:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By ben trim

Thanks. Looks like a couple owners said that. The...

Thanks. Looks like a couple owners said that. The dealer here called Giant and they said it is about 1.5-2 lb heavier than the carbon NRS which I think comes in at 25 or just under. I guess makers...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-16-05, 01:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 698
Posted By ben trim

what's that trance 1 weigh?

Do any of you have a Giant Trance 1? If so, can you tell me the weight?
I'm shopping and I don't think lbs has one on the shelf. I'm heading there now though, just to check out a few things....
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-16-05, 12:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By ben trim

Yes, you're right. I just looked up frame...

Yes, you're right. I just looked up frame weights. There's gonna be lots of other differences for your $1900. I don't have any experience with either. Just been shopping also.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-16-05, 12:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By ben trim

One of them is 230 grams or 8 oz

One of them is 230 grams or 8 oz
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-15-05, 10:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 567
Posted By ben trim

'affordable' FS at 25#?

I have been researching a new full suspension bike for mainly XC trail use a couple weeks now. Found good ideas here and many opinions. Been to the LBS's for test rides. One encouraging thing is that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-05, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 413
Posted By ben trim

Well, I just looked again and found the rims I...

Well, I just looked again and found the rims I didn't see before. The only other thing was the Giant Trance frame and this could be explained by fact that this isn't in a race category of bike. A few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-05, 07:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 413
Posted By ben trim

What does it weigh?

This may be a faq but I don't find it on search. I am shopping new mountain bikes. Can you tell me a good reference to compare weights? Weight Weenies is good but doesn't cover everything I'm looking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-05, 11:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By ben trim

Thanks, This sounds like a better option than my...

Thanks, This sounds like a better option than my plan. I'll try it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-05, 05:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By ben trim

trouble removing theadless fork

I have tried tapping, then banging-pretty hard on the steering tube with a hammer w and w/o a wood block to remove this fork and it has not budged. Yep, I took off the cap, spacers and seal. I soaked...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-05, 12:36 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 8,935
Posted By ben trim

1.mid 80's slime green Motobecane w that one...

1.mid 80's slime green Motobecane w that one piece handlebar covering, suntour gearing, fenders, rack, paniers and nightstick lights. Had it about 2 years now.

2. Yes, it's kind of a tank by...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-05, 07:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,038
Posted By ben trim

Thanks expat. You wrote "Did your bike come...

Thanks expat. You wrote
"Did your bike come with a manual? Did you search the forums yet? Did you check the manufacturers website? You've done exactly what you're not supposed to do, but the fix is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-05, 06:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,038
Posted By ben trim

Does that mean really a dumb question or nobody...

Does that mean really a dumb question or nobody knows the answer?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-05, 10:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,038
Posted By ben trim

disk brake dummy

I feel really stupid because I don't know anything about these. My wife says something is making a rubbing noise on her new mountain bike. I say, no problem. I'll take a look. The front Deore XT disk...
Forum: Commuting
05-08-05, 06:41 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 14,940
Posted By ben trim

This thread is great. The prisoner of the month...

This thread is great. The prisoner of the month is my favorite so far.
I can't remmember much but these come to mind:
'I didn't claw my way to the top of the food chain to eat vegetables !
And...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-05, 04:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 686
Posted By ben trim

Looks like that M13 may be the ticket. Thanks...

Looks like that M13 may be the ticket. Thanks much.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-05, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 686
Posted By ben trim

another 27 inch wheel question

I don't follow too close unless I have a problem and hope this is not redundant.
I have a Weinmann 219 27x1 1/4 rim that seems wide for the Panaracer 1 1/8 tire that fits my frame (go figure, huh?)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-04, 10:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 680
Posted By ben trim

The tacx does look nice. Thanks for advise. I'll...

The tacx does look nice. Thanks for advise. I'll go with a truing stand and get a dishing tool later if needed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-04, 10:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 643
Posted By ben trim

The wheel spins true. I'll check the spoke...

The wheel spins true. I'll check the spoke tension. Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-04, 11:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 643
Posted By ben trim

clicking rear wheel

Haro's clicking front reminds me to ask about this clicking in my Ultegra rear. I believe it must be located in the hub and friends suggest maybe the cassett palls. I've had it apart and relubed and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-04, 11:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 878
Posted By ben trim

A friend just told me about the 'dime trick'. Put...

A friend just told me about the 'dime trick'. Put a dime under the rear of the brakepad then tighten it down. Just accomplishes a toe-in by shimming w the dime. I haven't tried it yet.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-04, 10:52 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 39,508
Posted By ben trim

This is too cool. I had to run out to the garage...

This is too cool. I had to run out to the garage and check out the delrailer on my 80s Motobecane. They are Suntour BL. I have new respect for that machine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-04, 10:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 680
Posted By ben trim

wheel truing tools

Thanks for answers to my post a week ago re 27" vs 700c rim sizes. I can't find that anymore.
PG2X3 is obviously a minimalist and I appreciate that. But I think I need more help ie. new tools to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-04, 01:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,111
Posted By ben trim

Thanks. I see here...

Thanks. I see here http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tire_sizing.html that the ISO bead seat diameter is 8 mm smaller for a 700C vs 27" . Like you said.
I don't like the shape of the replacement 27"...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-04, 11:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,111
Posted By ben trim

27 vs 700, how much difference?

I'm new here so I hope this is not a dumb or faq. I didn't find it by search except 7/22/04 hook rim discussion.
I have a road bike with 27" wheels. One rim is bent beyond fixing by LBS. I'd like to...
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