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Forum: Touring
06-28-10, 12:53 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 27,084
Posted By Fitty

No disc mounts.

No disc mounts.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-18-09, 12:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By Fitty

If you don't mind having a huge battery pack to...

If you don't mind having a huge battery pack to run that setup, it'll be brighter than any bike lights I've ever seen. I think it will require a massive battery, though, to get more than 20 or 30...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-13-09, 12:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 564
Posted By Fitty

Is the clamp too small even without those fat...

Is the clamp too small even without those fat rubber pads? Would filing them down a little be an option? Or are the clamps way too small?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-13-09, 08:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 564
Posted By Fitty

Why don't they work? Too large? Too small?...

Why don't they work? Too large? Too small? Another reason?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-09, 10:16 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,712
Posted By Fitty

'71 Schwinn Super Sport with 46x16 gearing. ...

'71 Schwinn Super Sport with 46x16 gearing.
http://i781.photobucket.com/albums/yy93/fittycent/100_01741.jpg

'06 Northstar Estrella with 32x20 gearing....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-30-09, 04:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,380
Posted By Fitty

You could far exceed all your criteria with a DIY...

You could far exceed all your criteria with a DIY "Pond Scum" light. The main drawback would be the extra work and the weight - but the weight wouldn't be on your head - it would be in your back pack...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-07-09, 03:01 PM
Replies: 304
Views: 14,488
Posted By Fitty

In response to the original question: yes - if he...

In response to the original question: yes - if he wins, it'll be due to doping...and hard work, talent, and strategy, etc.

I figure everyone's doping, so I don't consider him a cheater. Those who...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-12-09, 02:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 547
Posted By Fitty

Overvolting a compact fluorescent?

Anyone know if a 12v compact fluorescent can be overvolted to 14.4 volts? Will this have the same effect it would have on an incandescent, or will it get fried?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By Fitty

This proved to be dead on: I got the...

This proved to be dead on:



I got the tire to work eventually. This tire was really finicky about tube pressure. At first, I was trying it with too little pressure. Then, it had too much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-09, 12:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,022
Posted By Fitty

I appreciate the info. I ended up buying the...

I appreciate the info. I ended up buying the headset from those same guys. It arrived quickly! Now, I just need to install it.

Thanks, everyone, for the advice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-09, 02:47 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By Fitty

The rim came on an '05 bike, so I doubt it.

The rim came on an '05 bike, so I doubt it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-09, 01:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 704
Posted By Fitty

Trouble With Weird Tire

I feel a little dumb saying this, but I can't get this new tire to stay on my rim! It's a 26x1.5 Continental Cross Country tire. It has a very flimsy bead that, when I push it under the rim, it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-09, 01:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,022
Posted By Fitty

I've done a little more research and found...

I've done a little more research and found evidence that Chris King makes a headset that will fit. Can anyone confirm or deny this?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-09, 11:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,022
Posted By Fitty

Schwinn Super Sport Headset Help

I'm pretty new at bike building/tweaking, and I've recently learned never to assume that anything will fit.

So, I'm looking for a headset that will fit a 1971 Schwinn Super Sport. This is a great...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 961
Posted By Fitty

Worked like a charm. Thanks!

Worked like a charm. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-09, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 961
Posted By Fitty

Help with kinked chain?

I can't seem to get this kink out of my new chain. It's a SRAM 1/8" and I used a chain tool to reconnect the links rather than the snap lock that comes with those chains. I've tried lube, wiggling...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-09, 02:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,018
Posted By Fitty

Thanks, Bob. Don't sweat it - I'll pick one up...

Thanks, Bob. Don't sweat it - I'll pick one up here.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-18-09, 01:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 776
Posted By Fitty

I removed the kickstand plate on my '71 Schwinn....

I removed the kickstand plate on my '71 Schwinn. It was a pain. I used a small hacksaw to cut through the weld (braze). This took a long time! When I was about 3/4 through the weld I used Vise Grips...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-09, 07:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,018
Posted By Fitty

I'm glad to hear there's an easy solution. Thanks...

I'm glad to hear there's an easy solution. Thanks a lot for the replies!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-09, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,018
Posted By Fitty

Schwinn Seat Tube Question

I have a '71 Schwinn Super Sport. It had no seat post when I bought it, and I later noticed that it has no place for a bolt or clamp to secure the seat post. There's a vertical slot in the top of the...
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