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Forum: Framebuilders
03-12-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By Gyro_T

filler

I learned that the Welco no. 17 was used for sweating lugs, not fillets! I guess that explains the difference.
Mike
Forum: Framebuilders
03-10-24, 11:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By Gyro_T

I ordered the Reynolds EX5720 fork blades from...

I ordered the Reynolds EX5720 fork blades from Torch and File in Portland, OR. I happen to have an old 531 steerer that I will use for the arms to make a segmented fork. I have been using Gasflux...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-05-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By Gyro_T

Fillet brazed unicrown

I read through and enjoyed the pictures and story of your "long time coming" build. I find beauty in steel and brass rod coming together like that! The amount of filler you used on the fork is...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-05-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By Gyro_T

That looks like something I might be able to do. ...

That looks like something I might be able to do. From where do you get Reynolds 631 tubes?
Forum: Framebuilders
03-05-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By Gyro_T

My "table" got scrambled when I posted. I just...

My "table" got scrambled when I posted. I just wanted to compare the two forks. The Unit X fork is 2mm longer with 5mm more offset. The HT angle is 3 degrees more slack angle than the Fargo fork....
Forum: Framebuilders
03-04-24, 11:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By Gyro_T

Buying or making a unicrown fork for a new frame?

I just recently finished my first fillet brazed frame. I basically used my 2013 Ti Fargo as a model to make a bike packing bike for my son. Since this frame has thru-axles, I need to buy or make a...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-08-23, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 202
Posted By Gyro_T

Chain stays and Boost spacing

I am building a steel "adventure touring" bike for my son. When I bought the tubes (BFS) I purchased chain stays for a "plus/fat" size. I am following the basic geometry of my 2013 Ti Fargo. I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-20-23, 11:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,791
Posted By Gyro_T

Very good video. Russ does a great job. Thanks...

Very good video. Russ does a great job. Thanks for that link Rick!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-12-23, 11:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,791
Posted By Gyro_T

Rick, I have a 531 light touring bike I built for...

Rick, I have a 531 light touring bike I built for my wife with the Paul Neo-Retro cantilevers. They are great! I have Paul levers on my Fargo. Being on a loaded touring bike is not the same as...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-11-23, 12:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,791
Posted By Gyro_T

Linear pull will give better stopping force than...

Linear pull will give better stopping force than most cantilever. This one looks fairly retro: on the rivbike.com. Brakes - Linear Pull - Shimano DXR MX70 Putting compressionless housing and linear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-23, 09:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 923
Posted By Gyro_T

The DT wheels I built, I was not able to get the...

The DT wheels I built, I was not able to get the tension I was after without nearly rounding off the nipple flats. I remember backing off and replacing several that did not round off, but I felt it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-27-23, 11:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 923
Posted By Gyro_T

Better alternative to DT Swiss spokes/nipples

Over my lifetime as an enthusiast, I have built a few dozen sets of wheels. In the 70's we regarded Robergel as a top spoke manufacturer. In the 90's Wheelsmith was considered by many as a top...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
02-27-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,743
Posted By Gyro_T

I sent them a message but did not hear back. I...

I sent them a message but did not hear back. I will call them when I get a chance.
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
02-20-23, 12:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,743
Posted By Gyro_T

BuddyBike, I just went on their website to have...

BuddyBike,
I just went on their website to have a look. Glad to find a domestically made Ti trike, but I could not find anything about the pedals. Could you provide a link to a page that shows the...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
02-05-23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,743
Posted By Gyro_T

Your absolutely right. The spindle itself would...

Your absolutely right. The spindle itself would have to be on some kind of CV joint to maintain the same angle as the crank was rotated. That could be a complicating factor.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-22, 10:16 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,305
Posted By Gyro_T

Everyones help is very much appreciated. I am a...

Everyones help is very much appreciated. I am a bit embarrassed that I did not search diligently before posting. Either way I learn a lot and am very surprised. I will work toward finding dealers...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-22, 11:24 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,305
Posted By Gyro_T

Well, I found pretty close to what I was looking...

Well, I found pretty close to what I was looking for with the Niner RTL 9 Steel. Not a dedicated road bike, but with the right tires, should satisfy her need for speed.
Any other suggestions or...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-22, 11:00 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,305
Posted By Gyro_T

Steel frame road bike hunt for friend

I built up a KHS "Flight 800" (Reynolds 853) frame for my wife some years ago. I discarded the carbon fork it came with because it was getting old. With a CrMo fork the bike still weights just...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,305
Posted By Gyro_T

Looking for a light production steel road bike for friend

I built up a KHS "Flight 800" (Reynolds 853) frame for my wife some years ago. I discarded the carbon fork it came with because it was getting old. With a CrMo fork the bike still weights just...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
03-13-22, 09:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,743
Posted By Gyro_T

After reading your post, it made me think of a...

After reading your post, it made me think of a possible solution for my friend. I used to work with a lot of people with CP before I retired. It occurred to me while reading your post that afixing...
Forum: Touring
02-26-22, 04:08 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,525
Posted By Gyro_T

I found these old MTB levers in a box and they...

I found these old MTB levers in a box and they appear to be long pull (thanks for the pics). They seem to work fine. Those are Rivendell Tosco bars and as wide as the Jones bars I am putting on my...
Forum: Touring
02-26-22, 11:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,525
Posted By Gyro_T

Oh heck, I have had a couple sources, including...

Oh heck, I have had a couple sources, including Paul Components tell me mechanical disks "generally" use short pull.
Forum: Touring
02-25-22, 11:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,525
Posted By Gyro_T

It had a pair of Gevenalle CX levers on Salsa...

It had a pair of Gevenalle CX levers on Salsa Woodchipper bars. Yes, I was happy with the performance of those.
Forum: Touring
02-25-22, 11:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,525
Posted By Gyro_T

I get it that there is more here than I thought I...

I get it that there is more here than I thought I needed to learn. One consideration I have to make these days is arthritis in the knuckles of my index and middle of my right hand. It seemed to me a...
Forum: Touring
02-25-22, 12:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,525
Posted By Gyro_T

I did find a couple models on the Tektro website...

I did find a couple models on the Tektro website that specify "disk". Two of them are Eclipse MT 2.1, and the RT354AG. Both are an MTB style that look like a 2-finger design. I would love to find...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
02-24-22, 11:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,091
Posted By Gyro_T

The more circulation to those areas the better. ...

The more circulation to those areas the better. Consult a practitioner that has expertise in natural means of improving circulation in your face. Acquire a taste for hot chili, but work up...
Forum: Touring
02-23-22, 12:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,525
Posted By Gyro_T

Brake lever choice for mechanical disks

I am reluctantly giving up my drop bars on my Kona Rove that has mechanical disk brakes (TRP Spyre). I will be using a Jones bar with the 2.5" rise. Not sure what works best, long pull, short pull,...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
02-23-22, 12:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,743
Posted By Gyro_T

Pedals for ankle deformity?

I have a friend with cerebral palsy. He walks with a very abnormal gait. He would like to ride a bike but one ankle is fixed in an abnormal angle. I would like to help adapt a bike for him. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-22, 06:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Gyro_T

I discovered two different Truvativ Firex cranks...

I discovered two different Truvativ Firex cranks on eBay. One had Powerspline and one had GXP. According to SRAM, Powerspline, GXP, and ISIS are all unique spline patterns. Good job boys. Henry...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-22, 06:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Gyro_T

REsponse from SRAM: As you've found out, The...

REsponse from SRAM:

As you've found out, The ISIS interface (left arm you purchased) is different than the GXP interface (of your crank spindle), even though they appear similar.

The crank arm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-22, 10:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Gyro_T

Hi Wesmamyke, Just wanted to make sure you...

Hi Wesmamyke,

Just wanted to make sure you were seeing the squared off splines of the ISIS Drive arm that I got from eBay and the rounded valleys of the spindle splines of my crank. I did my best...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-22, 07:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Gyro_T

There was one. 848FAG I will search for that....

There was one. 848FAG I will search for that. Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-22, 12:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Gyro_T

I will give that a shot. Thanks

I will give that a shot. Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-22, 11:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By Gyro_T

Identifying Truvativ Crank Spindle Patterns

I have an older Truvativ triple that I wanted to use on my granddaughter's college bike. It was given to me without a left crank arm. I found lots of left Truvativ crank arms on eBay. When I received...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-01-22, 10:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,190
Posted By Gyro_T

Thanks, pretty sure there is a recumbent in my...

Thanks, pretty sure there is a recumbent in my future, but I'm trying to buy a little more time.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-30-22, 10:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,190
Posted By Gyro_T

Really nice Mondia!

Really nice Mondia!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-24-22, 10:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,190
Posted By Gyro_T

Thanks for the suggestions to all. As a matter...

Thanks for the suggestions to all. As a matter of fact, thought I do know why. A physically demanding career for 40 years, on top of being a farmer, and an active life style. Just plain wore out...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-24-22, 11:33 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,190
Posted By Gyro_T

I have a herniated disc and aching pain with pins...

I have a herniated disc and aching pain with pins and needles in my left arm. Some loss of sensation and a little strength loss as well. I always flip my visor up when descending and that helps a...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-23-22, 07:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 818
Posted By Gyro_T

Neck pain while descending, handlebar solution?

I got a Salsa Fargo Ti 8 years ago. It was surprisingly upright for a drop bar bike and I did fine on it for quite a while. Now, I am assured of neck pain while descending after even just a few...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-23-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,190
Posted By Gyro_T

Neck pain while descending, handlebar solution?

I got a Salsa Fargo Ti 8 years ago. It was surprisingly upright for a drop bar bike and I did fine on it for quite a while. Now, I am assured of neck pain while descending after even just a few...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-16-21, 09:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,147
Posted By Gyro_T

That is a beautiful fork. Ti Cycles built a fork...

That is a beautiful fork. Ti Cycles built a fork for me, as I wanted to replace the steel fork that came on my '13 Ti Fargo. It save me a pound, but luckily it didn't cost me $1100. I think they...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-11-21, 11:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,147
Posted By Gyro_T

I understand the cost thing, that makes sense for...

I understand the cost thing, that makes sense for sure. I have a Ti bike with a straight steel fork (the Kona P2 which is heavy) If it had rim brakes, I would get (or build) a steel curved blade...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-10-21, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,147
Posted By Gyro_T

Raked Ti forks?

I took this screen shot from Jan Heine's blog (thanks Jan). The shot of a Horse titanium build at the Enve builders event. The bike is so darn beautiful, but the fork seems to detract from the...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-04-21, 11:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,667
Posted By Gyro_T

It is a 48mm head tube. I was concerned about...

It is a 48mm head tube. I was concerned about the large DT and the bottom bracket. My Rove has an ovalized DT to solve that problem. I don't have an idea how I would ovalize it. I might try to...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-04-21, 11:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,667
Posted By Gyro_T

Thanks for the very specific nature of your...

Thanks for the very specific nature of your reply. That is helpful.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-03-21, 10:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,667
Posted By Gyro_T

Bottom bracket cluster mitering question

I have been using the TubeNotcher Pattern Creation Tool on dogfeatherdesign.com for my miter practice. This is my first fillet brazed frame. I hoped that the tool would provide some guidance on...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-27-21, 07:57 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,524
Posted By Gyro_T

That is awesome. I totally applaud that kind of...

That is awesome. I totally applaud that kind of ingenuity. Thanks for sharing that.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-27-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,524
Posted By Gyro_T

guy153, I am fashioning a simple jig for a...

guy153,

I am fashioning a simple jig for a fillet brazed frame for myself. I was considering ordering steel cones for BB, HT, and ST. After seeing your setup, I was wondering what materials your...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-26-21, 12:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,082
Posted By Gyro_T

I will plan on some extra tacking this frame...

I will plan on some extra tacking this frame before I take it out of the jig. I will report back in a couple months.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-25-21, 11:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,082
Posted By Gyro_T

It sounds like with the few frames I expect to...

It sounds like with the few frames I expect to ever build, this might be an acceptable option. I probably could not justify a fixture like Henry James use to sell, or perhaps the Bringheli mentioned...
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