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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-17, 08:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,305
Posted By ghostm42

So, an update: I had a Alex R450 wheel with...

So, an update:

I had a Alex R450 wheel with a flip-flop hub that wasn't seeing much use. I removed all the spokes and it lies perfectly flat. I then taped it to the R500 wheel and transferred the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 11:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,305
Posted By ghostm42

Tried that. The spoke actually extends above the...

Tried that. The spoke actually extends above the screwdriver slot, so I can't fit a flathead screwdriver in there.

I'll try maddog's method and try to loosen what I can. I have a feeling it's not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-17, 05:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,305
Posted By ghostm42

Replacing spokes on rear wheel

I had a Alex R500 rear wheel on a formula hub that I got from craigslist a while back. Decided that it might be useful on a new build, but realized it was significantly out of true. I've done basic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-17, 09:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 13,782
Posted By ghostm42

Freehub size and cassette compatiblity

I have a rear wheel with a Formula hub. No other markings on it. I'm building up a beater and wanted to get a cassette for it. I'm not picky about how many speeds (7-10 speeds are ok, I'm using a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-17, 12:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,428
Posted By ghostm42

Thanks. Yes, the derailleurs are older (80's). It...

Thanks. Yes, the derailleurs are older (80's). It seems like I'll have to find a used rear derailleur off ebay/CL. I take it that it's otherwise a standard threading as long as I stick with Shimano.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-17, 11:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,428
Posted By ghostm42

Frame and old rear derailleurs both with built-in hangers. What now?

I feel there's a simple solution to this, but it's escaping me now. I'm building up a old (90's) Kestrel frame that has a built-in rear derailleur hanger.

I've got a bunch of old rear derailleur...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-16, 12:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,497
Posted By ghostm42

Can my hub take a 10-speed cassette?

Just bought a set of wheels from a garage sale. The rear has a Formula hub with "HG" on the splines, which I suppose means hyperglide. I normally work with older 80's 10-speed bikes that have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-15, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 808
Posted By ghostm42

Wow. I left out a bunch of info. Yes, it's a 90's...

Wow. I left out a bunch of info. Yes, it's a 90's Kestrel CF road frame with a 1" threaded headset. I don't know the threading on that, but since it's fairly recent, I'm assuming it's English. I just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-15, 09:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 808
Posted By ghostm42

Will an old Campagnolo headset fit a 90's model Kestrel frame?

I don't know anything about Campagnolo headsets, but I might be able to get one. I just wasn't sure if it'll fit a mid-90's Kestral carbon fiber frame. I don't have either in front of me yet, but the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-12, 05:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,877
Posted By ghostm42

Oh yeah. I'm not sure why it never occurred to...

Oh yeah. I'm not sure why it never occurred to me.

I do have calipers, but they are 75 miles away right now and a simple ruler will have to do.

I'll definitely check out a second-hand parts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-12, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,877
Posted By ghostm42

children's dept store bike - pedal, seatpost sizes

I picked up a children's dept store bike (Magna Road Block) for free at a garage sale. Tiny thing for maybe a 5 year old and I thought it might be fun for my nephew if I could fix it up. It had no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-05-12, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,705
Posted By ghostm42

Stuck STI brake shifter and budget 9 speed downtube shifters (Sunrace)

Hi,

I just got a bike from a friend. After my friend had his wheel stolen, he stopped riding it and basically neglected it. When I got it, the Shimano RSX 8-speed brifters were no longer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-12, 07:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,992
Posted By ghostm42

Hmm... the bolts seem impossibly tight to remove....

Hmm... the bolts seem impossibly tight to remove. Are my cheap pedals even meant to be serviceable like this? Or is it due to the fact that they are used?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-12, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,992
Posted By ghostm42

wellgo/origin8 track pedals stiff - which way to to turn bearings bolt

I got a used pair of Wellgo pedals. These are identical to Origin8 Pro track lite pedals. The pair I have is stiff. After popping off the cap, there is a bolt that holds the spindle in place. Do I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-29-11, 10:15 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,886,001
Posted By ghostm42

Mine is currently set up more as a road bike than...

Mine is currently set up more as a road bike than a CX bike. Not quite finished yet...
231889

Edit: Made some changes to this. I put Tektro RX3 mini-V brakes on instead of cantilevers, so I was...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-26-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 843
Posted By ghostm42

Tell me about my carbon fiber cyclocross bike.

I bought a full CF cyclocross bike a few months back off craigslist. I was told it was a custom order for Javelin when they sponsored a cycling team. I was pretty busy with school when I bought it,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-11, 09:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,123
Posted By ghostm42

Thanks for the feedback. I was using the Zefal HP...

Thanks for the feedback. I was using the Zefal HP portable pump because I snapped the head on my regular floor pump (Zefal Rush+). But I decided to get the Toppeak Road Morph G. Pumped up my tire...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-20-11, 11:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,123
Posted By ghostm42

Tearing tubes with portable pump. Any solutions?

I have an old Zefal HP portable road pump that does a great job of pumping up my presta tubes, but I've managed to tear 2 tubes already from all the twisting the valve undergoes when I pump. I try to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-11, 05:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 751
Posted By ghostm42

Thingamabob stuck on cantilever mount (with photo)

I got a used cyclocross frame. Had it over a week now, but only noticed now that the cantilever mounting point had these things stuck onto it. I'm not sure what they are and they are absent on the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-17-11, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,511
Posted By ghostm42

Sorry for bumping my own thread, but I just read...

Sorry for bumping my own thread, but I just read on this forums that 80mm arms are more appropriate than 85mm arms for mini-V's. This goes against what the sticky brake post says. What has been the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-15-11, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,511
Posted By ghostm42

Indeed, I was referring to the subsequent rim...

Indeed, I was referring to the subsequent rim width as a result of the tire difference. I wasn't sure if the barrel adjuster would be able to fully compensate for the difference in width (I will have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-15-11, 02:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,511
Posted By ghostm42

Which Mini-V brakes on cyclocross, swapping between 23c and 30c wheelsets?

I just got a new cyclocross bike. I usually ride road bikes, but it seems like a cyclocross has the flexibility of taking the bike off-road whenever I am so inclined.

I decided to go with Mini-V's...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-05-11, 10:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,993
Posted By ghostm42

Raleigh Gran Sport - 1980's?

Hi,

Does anyone have info on this bike frame and fork?

http://i294.photobucket.com/albums/mm95/ffreydom/bikes%2010/P1050361.jpg

I believe it's an 80's Raleigh Gran Sport, but I don't have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-11, 06:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,789
Posted By ghostm42

you're right. they are "Specialized Pro, 39/53...

you're right. they are "Specialized Pro, 39/53 teeth" according to bikepedia:
http://www.bikepedia.com/quickbike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2004&Brand=Specialized&Model=Allez%20Elite%20Double&Type=bike
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-11, 04:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,789
Posted By ghostm42

Octalink crank arm splines stripped

I have a used Specialized Allez bike. I believe the crankset is a Shimano 105 Octalink v1 double (rebranded with Specialized logos). While riding today, my right foot pushed down, but my left foot...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-11, 05:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,061
Posted By ghostm42

The crankset is supposed to be JIS. I have...

The crankset is supposed to be JIS. I have swapped the left/right crank arms. The right crank arm works well on both sides. The left crank arm doesn't sit well on either side.

I took the new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,061
Posted By ghostm42

rccardr: Yes, the left crank arm is installed...

rccardr: Yes, the left crank arm is installed with the correct orientation. It can't be reversed because it's curvy on the outside (see the pic below).

JiveTurkey: I bought a crankset that would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-11, 10:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,061
Posted By ghostm42

Left crank inserts less deeply into square taper spindle

I've worked with several square tapers and have never encountered this issue.

I have a MTB with square taper spindle fastened by a bolt (not a nut). The left crankarm fell off during use. Upon...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-11, 04:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,630
Posted By ghostm42

Generic 14mm hex bolts for square-tapered cranks? LBS overcharging.

Stupid question perhaps, but is there a generic name for the bolts that fasten square-tapered cranksets in place? My local LBS charges $5 for a single bolt, which seems excessive since the 2 bolts...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-11, 09:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,381
Posted By ghostm42

If spindle length is an important factor when...

If spindle length is an important factor when buying cranksets, why is spindle length not mentioned on most of those? Seems just as important as crank arm length and teeth number.

I have the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-11, 03:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,381
Posted By ghostm42

Buying mountain bike crankset online. No spindle length specs specified.

I'm looking to replace the square-tapered crankset on my mountain bike. Nothing fancy... in the $35 or less range. I plan to keep the existing BB and, as I understand it, I would need a crankset that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-11, 10:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,385
Posted By ghostm42

As a last follow-up, I decided to clean out the...

As a last follow-up, I decided to clean out the sealed cartridge bearings as much as possible using miamijim's instructions:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-11, 08:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,385
Posted By ghostm42

Nevermind. Just figured out how to remove the...

Nevermind. Just figured out how to remove the outer caps. I just need to pull them straight out. I cleaned off the caps and out surface of the bearing cartridge. The noise is less than before, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-11, 06:18 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,385
Posted By ghostm42

Stupid question perhaps, but how do I go about...

Stupid question perhaps, but how do I go about unscrewing the silver caps? Do I insert something in the hole and rotate counter-clockwise? Clearly no wrenches for this. I don't want to destroy the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-11, 04:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,859
Posted By ghostm42

I rattle-canned a bike with some success. After...

I rattle-canned a bike with some success. After sanding it down, I primed it and gave it a day or two between each coat. Same with the paint and clear. I think it took about 2 or 3 weeks to apply all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-11, 02:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,385
Posted By ghostm42

Hub making scratching sounds

I have a used front wheel that came with my bike. When I tighten the quick release lever and give the wheel a spin, I hear periodic scratching noises that resonates through the carbon fork. With the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-11, 10:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 21,789
Posted By ghostm42

Thanks for all the responses. I refused to let...

Thanks for all the responses. I refused to let the shifter beat me, so I spent a good amount of time figuring it out until I got the technique right. I have a Falcon MLG-26i twist shifter, which is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-11, 10:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 21,789
Posted By ghostm42

grip shifters must die! (or "how to replace grip shift cable?")

I'm fixing up an old bike. The original front-derailleur SRAM grip shifter is cracked. I happen to have a Falcon grip shifter to replace the set with. For the life of me, I don't know how the damn...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-11, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 712
Posted By ghostm42

Bell 9-speed bike chains and general chain questions

I'm putting together a road bike. I bought the frame, fork, crank, etc. at an auction for $25, so the goal is to keep this bike cheap. I have a spare rear wheel that has a 9-speed cassette attached...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 07:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,940
Posted By ghostm42

Whoa. That looks so devilishly simple. I love the...

Whoa. That looks so devilishly simple. I love the idea. I think I may have just enough clearance over the tires to pull that off.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 12:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,621
Posted By ghostm42

Indeed. But I don't own either and was wondering...

Indeed. But I don't own either and was wondering if I needed both or if the FR-1 was sufficient. It seems like I'll need both for my mix batch of vintage and newer bikes, but figured this could be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 12:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,621
Posted By ghostm42

No. My question is on the full purpose of...

No.

My question is on the full purpose of the FR-1, which seems blurry. And from what I see, lots of people purchase the FR-1 believing it will remove their HG lock rings when it apparently can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 11:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,621
Posted By ghostm42

Park FR-1 for freewheel AND UG cassette lock ring removal? FR-5 for HG lock rings?

Hi,

Just needed some clarification on the proper tool for freewheel/cassette lockring removal. I want to remove a Shimano MF-HG20 6-speed freewheel (not cassette). But I also have assorted Shimano...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-11, 10:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,940
Posted By ghostm42

Good point. I didn't consider this. I just...

Good point. I didn't consider this. I just checked and there seems to be sufficient clearance between the pedals and front wheels, even if I had toe clips mounted on the pedals.

The caliper on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-11, 10:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 8,940
Posted By ghostm42

26" to 700c conversion - replacing linear-pull (v-brake) with caliper?

As I mentioned in my other thread, I picked up a Diamondback Outlook frame/fork that are in excellent condition. I have a spare set of 700x40c hybrid rims/tires and wondered if I could use these...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-11, 05:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,847
Posted By ghostm42

Initially, I didn't think it needed too much...

Initially, I didn't think it needed too much since the frame is in great condition and I have some spare parts. Now I'm starting to wonder. It needs the quill/stem, handlebars, brake levers,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-11, 10:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,847
Posted By ghostm42

Indeed, now that I look more carefully, the...

Indeed, now that I look more carefully, the 25.4mm does refer to the stem clamp. And indeed, my handlebars clamp diameter is 25.4mm.

Unfortunately, the 1 1/8" quill stem does not seem to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-11, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,847
Posted By ghostm42

Do I need a 1" or 1 1/8" stem for a 2008 Diamondback Outlook MTB?

This is a pretty silly question, but I don't want to buy the wrong item. I have a Diamondback Outlook without a stem or any steering components. I've fixed up several road bikes and have only...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-10, 10:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,069
Posted By ghostm42

Nice advice. I'm trying to mount them on the...

Nice advice. I'm trying to mount them on the flats of the bar (or really, anywhere else), not the wider center sleeve.

I've tried to look for barend shifters for a while now, but couldn't find...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-10, 09:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,069
Posted By ghostm42

thumb shifters on bullhorns/drop bars

Will thumb shifters fit on bullhorns or road drops?

I purchased my bike from an abandoned bike auction a few months ago. The original STI levers were missing. I can't afford STI or barend 9-speed...
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