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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-05, 12:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,456
Posted By ezman

What is the one model of drop bar levers that...

What is the one model of drop bar levers that work with V brakes? I am converting a Mt Bike to drop bars and would like to change from cantis to V brakes (ps my bike is over 20 years old) but still...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-05, 06:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 524
Posted By ezman

The placement does have me worried, I have a...

The placement does have me worried, I have a drill press and will practice on an old axle. I was also thinking of epoxy, just not sure how to get it pass the hole (or future hole). I would have to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-05, 11:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 524
Posted By ezman

Making a grease guard bottom axle

Hi

I have a Sugino axle that is about 140 mm and a Suntour Grease Guard axle that is 125mm. I bought the Grease Guard but it is too short. Trying to add a quad gear and install a grease guard.
...
Forum: Touring
05-20-05, 10:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,806
Posted By ezman

I took my bike (and stove) on a lot of planes. I...

I took my bike (and stove) on a lot of planes. I would drain the fuel from the bottle and stove and leave the caps off for as long as I could and try to get rid of the "smell". It was a Svea 123 and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-05, 10:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,107
Posted By ezman

38t Suntour freewheel

Has anyone gotten a derailer to work with one of these. The only known derailer to work is a Suntour AG and they are too hard to find. I have tried a Huret Duo Par and a Suntour Mountaintech. (ps...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-05, 10:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,211
Posted By ezman

eyeletted rims

Another stupid question I guess. From my question about rims the subject of eyeletted rims came up. I can guess what they are but what is the difference from rim that have them and those that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-05, 10:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,460
Posted By ezman

Velocity told me the Psycho is their strongest...

Velocity told me the Psycho is their strongest rim. It is also the heaviest (over 800 grams) but with 100 pounds of luggage I don't think another 200 grams matters. Except for the rolling mass...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-05, 12:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 356
Posted By ezman

I just took off some fat tires (2.2 at least)...

I just took off some fat tires (2.2 at least) that were on my fat rims and put on some 1.4 tires with no problems. I do not think I would be able to go to a smaller tire however.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-05, 12:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,460
Posted By ezman

Strongest 32 hole 26" rim

Can I get some opinions on what you think is the strongest 32 hole 26 inch rim. Weight and price are not an issue.

The type of hub I want to use is mostly available in 32 hole (grease guard). I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-05, 10:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,366
Posted By ezman

There is not a low enough gear for me. I am...

There is not a low enough gear for me. I am going to order a 16t front to use as a quad next week and set up with a 34t rear. I have a 38t Suntour rear freewheel and have not been able to get a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-05, 12:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,605
Posted By ezman

I have been told that disk brakes do not make...

I have been told that disk brakes do not make good drag breaks ????
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-05, 11:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,605
Posted By ezman

To Raiyn I forgot the main reason is I want...

To Raiyn

I forgot the main reason is I want a drag brake. The bike kind. Would I be able to find a 135 hub with a threaded drag brake?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-05, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 678
Posted By ezman

along with your advice are you using your 850? ...

along with your advice are you using your 850? ie do you want to sell it
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-28-05, 12:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 382
Posted By ezman

How to post a "Wanted Ad"

What is the best place and way to post a wanted ad? I guess the wanted ads on forums are not looked at much. A place where someone like a bike shop owner might look at. I am looking for 1980's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-05, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 678
Posted By ezman

thanks I got on vintage treks and found that...

thanks
I got on vintage treks and found that there is a 1984 830 and 850 that are lugged and they have a long chainstay length - now to find one
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-27-05, 09:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,138
Posted By ezman

Shogun Easy Street - anyone heard of this

Hi
Has anyone heard of a Shogun Easy Street mountain bike. I cannot find anything with a google search on this. All I know it was made in Japan and is a steel lugged frame. Was wondering about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-05, 12:15 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,292
Posted By ezman

Shogun Easy Street

Has anyone heard of a Shogun Easy Street Mountain Bike and if so what grade would it be? ie bad quality, medium quality (I hope), or best quality (I can dream)

I cannot find anything via a google...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-05, 12:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,605
Posted By ezman

It is cheaper to get a tandem wheel than a very...

It is cheaper to get a tandem wheel than a very strong regular wheel (hubs are the issue) via ebay

I want 40h or 48h wheel - just because that is what I always wanted - nothing to do which is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-05, 12:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 678
Posted By ezman

Old Also I have never seen a steel lugged...

Old

Also I have never seen a steel lugged Trek MB - if there is such an animal what model is it
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-05, 10:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,605
Posted By ezman

Spreading a 135 mm MB frame to 145mm

After I get a steel MB frame I will want to spread the rear to 145mm. Would I have to bend the lugs to bring them back to parallel or will I be able to mount the wheel ok without doing so?
thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-26-05, 10:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 678
Posted By ezman

Survey - names of steel lugged MB frames

I am looking for a steel lugged mountain bike frame. I know the following names:

Bridgestone MB-1
Univega
Shogun
Bianchi


Does anyone know other brand names?
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