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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 04:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By drb01

Simply because there is zero space left on the...

Simply because there is zero space left on the handle bars, and I assume separate components will need extra space..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 01:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By drb01

Sorry but I'm very much learning my way here and...

Sorry but I'm very much learning my way here and certainly don't want to make things difficult! The listing doesn't seem to say in the description that it's V-brakes and in the questions someone says...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By drb01

I don't think that works with V-brakes? Also I'd...

I don't think that works with V-brakes? Also I'd want to get one that isn't bottom of the range, so preferably better than Acera (I doubt Acera was particularly good either frankly!)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 12:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By drb01

just the cable, although the housing was replaced...

just the cable, although the housing was replaced a couple of years ago too. the shifting just seem to be getting slowly worse, hence my suspicion that the shifter is wearing (if they actually do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-23, 03:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 681
Posted By drb01

Replacement for Shimano Acera M391 brake+shifter unit (9 speed)

The Shimano rear shifter on my hybrid seems to be worn in that the gears don't change well any more, and haven't done even after replacing the cable. The shifter and V-brake is a single unit. It...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-23, 05:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

Well, for anyone out there with the same problem,...

Well, for anyone out there with the same problem, I finally took the wheel to a local bike mechanic who put a new axel on the wheel and the wheel just fitted straight on the bike, no redishing or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 03:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

Trouble is the axel just isn't long enough. My...

Trouble is the axel just isn't long enough.
My local bike shop says they'll put a new axel on it and re-centre everything for £40 ($50). Probably a rip off but better than getting a new wheel.
I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 12:15 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

It is possible to get adapters that convert the...

It is possible to get adapters that convert the wheel from 130mm to 135mm. The axle slots inside the adapter, and then the adapter sits inside the bike frame.
The problem is redishing etc. Is that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 09:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

You are correct! So, how do I avoid making...

You are correct!

So, how do I avoid making the same mistake again? If I look at wheels on various websites they don't specify 130 or 135mm. And of course MTB wheels don't come in 700c. Want to try...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 04:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

Thank you. Returning it is no longer an option...

Thank you. Returning it is no longer an option unfortunately.

To ask the really stupid question, if i just stick the 5mm spacer in and the wheel is then off-centre by 2.5mm is that a big deal? I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

Thank you! I am not sure what I have to do when...

Thank you! I am not sure what I have to do when you say "recentering it and redishing the rim"? Or is that just what the adapter effectively does? Are there any downsides to using an adapter other...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,297
Posted By drb01

9 speed road wheel width - Shimano WH-RS100 narrower than Deore

I have a 10y old Trek 7.4FX hybrid with a 9 speed Shimano Deore rear wheel. I just bought a new Shimano WH-RS100 9/10/11 speed but it seems to be 5-10mm too narrow for the bike. The inside distance...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-30-12, 11:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,022
Posted By drb01

What to do with cracked aluminium frame

Hi - I had a collision on my Specialised Sirrus Elite 2007 and the aluminium frame cracked on the bar that goes from the handlebars to the pedals, about 6" from where it attaches to the handlebar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By drb01

Stainless steel makes a lot of sense - I have no...

Stainless steel makes a lot of sense - I have no idea why they make them out of aluminium anyway, other than of course it is cheaper and slightly lighter.

But the Surly chainrings all seem to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-11, 04:36 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By drb01

This is hugely helpful - thanks very much. ...

This is hugely helpful - thanks very much.

One last (dumb) question. Apparently I should add grease to the nuts when putting the chainrings back. Will ordinary chain oil ("synthetic lubricant") do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-29-11, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,341
Posted By drb01

Replacemenet Sugino chainring

Hi - I currently have a Sugino crankset on my Specialized Sirrus Elite (2007). Unfortunately shops in London say I can't get a replacement centre chainring, and that I need to replace both the...
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