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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-18, 08:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,391
Posted By iuptooter

Yes, The sticker reads Super Light Hi-Tension...

Yes, The sticker reads Super Light Hi-Tension Butted Steel Throughout. Thanks for your information regarding the frame.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-18, 10:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,391
Posted By iuptooter

Thanks T-Mar. Mine definately says Hi-Ten steel...

Thanks T-Mar. Mine definately says Hi-Ten steel on the sticker. I am curious about the stickers before and after the stamped serial number. They are a C and then a D. Do you have any idea what...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-18, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,391
Posted By iuptooter

The Serial number for my Gran Rally is G643518...

The Serial number for my Gran Rally is G643518 and it has two stickers before and after the number. There is a C before it and a D after it. Does this help to narrow down the year T-Mar?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-18, 06:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,391
Posted By iuptooter

That is weird. However, I only approximate the...

That is weird. However, I only approximate the year. The Hi-Ten model is in the catalog with a picture of three women riding along what appears to be a shore front sidewalk. The back cover is them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-18, 05:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,391
Posted By iuptooter

I have a '78 or '79 Gran Rally and the seat post...

I have a '78 or '79 Gran Rally and the seat post is a 26.4. I replaced the original and got the same size. There isn't any binding and it appears to have been the original post. However, my Rally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-17, 08:13 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,164
Posted By iuptooter

The contamination is bad but whether it's worth...

The contamination is bad but whether it's worth it is still to be decided. Thanks for your help. I may give it a try.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-17, 09:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,164
Posted By iuptooter

Shimano Altus Rear Derailleur teardown

I am in the process of tearing down a Shimano Altus LT rear derailleur to clean and lube it (I know just soak it and clean it, but I enjoy breaking them down). I am stumped on how to relive the...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
07-27-17, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,593
Posted By iuptooter

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-17, 09:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,877
Posted By iuptooter

I just watched that video last night. I never...

I just watched that video last night. I never would have thought of using a Sawzall. Only thought of using a hacksaw blade. He made it look easy although I don't know haw many people have an air...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-15, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,717
Posted By iuptooter

Parts for Sturmey Archer hubs can be found here: ...

Parts for Sturmey Archer hubs can be found here:

Sturmey-Archer Spare Parts from Harris Cyclery (http://sheldonbrown.com/harris/sturmey-archer-parts.html#smallparts)

Perhaps some of the more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-21-12, 11:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 32,182
Posted By iuptooter

Thanks Stockton350 for pursuing this! I have...

Thanks Stockton350 for pursuing this! I have been trying to locate old Univega catalogs for some time with no luck. I believe the first one you posted is the 78 - 79 catalog as I have the exact...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-12, 01:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,785
Posted By iuptooter

leob1, Thanks for your reply. It confirms...

leob1,

Thanks for your reply. It confirms what I thought. I will give it a go this weekend. I also plan on trying to use needle nose pliers to remove the recessed pulley nut.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-12, 09:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,785
Posted By iuptooter

elcraft, thanks for the photo site. I do...

elcraft,

thanks for the photo site. I do know about the tool to remove the recessed nut but my question is how to relieve the tension on the spring and retension it upon assembly. I believe I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-12, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,785
Posted By iuptooter

dsbrantjr, I want to take it apart to be...

dsbrantjr,

I want to take it apart to be able to clean and relube the upper pulley. It is pretty gummed up and in need of a serious cleaning. I have removed the lower pulley in the past but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,785
Posted By iuptooter

Suntour Cyclone GT upper pulley removal for cleaning

I have done a search about this topic and have some questions about the removal of the upper pulley on my Cyclone GT RD (dated August, 1977). I know a special tool called a Kingsbridge nut remval...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-11, 02:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,130
Posted By iuptooter

I resemble that remark. Cool story.

I resemble that remark. Cool story.
Forum: Commuting
09-01-11, 01:44 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 611
Posted By iuptooter

I have the same set up with a milk crate on the...

I have the same set up with a milk crate on the rack and use a bungy cord to hold the bag. Been riding this ghetto commuter for 7 years. The bike weighs a ton but as Jeff said, you get a workout.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-11, 02:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,142
Posted By iuptooter

I was afraid the FW went on cross threaded but...

I was afraid the FW went on cross threaded but when I put it on I reversed it first to let it sink in and then threaded it on. It went on smoothly and I then removed it and checked the threads on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-11, 12:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,142
Posted By iuptooter

Thanks for the reply MichaelW. I did check the...

Thanks for the reply MichaelW. I did check the wheel in the frame prior to installing the freewheel. My bike is an old steel Univega Gran Rally and the rear dropouts are horizontal so the QR...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-11, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,142
Posted By iuptooter

Freewheel rubbing against frame

Hello,

I am a long time lurker here and just registered. I have a questions for the mechanics. I removed a Suntour 5 speed freewheel from my bike to clean and oil it. While doing so, I decided...
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