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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-14, 07:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 929
Posted By ebgbz

the frame is an old pre Raleigh Hercules frame. I...

the frame is an old pre Raleigh Hercules frame. I presume 26". I tryin' to kinda fix it up to see what it will look like!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-14, 05:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 929
Posted By ebgbz

rear hub size

I want to install a S/A 2sp. hub on a frame that has chain stay spacing @ 112-114 mm. I can only find a S/A hub that is 116mm. Can the spacing of the seat stay be opened up to accommodate the added...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-06-13, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,405
Posted By ebgbz

Sweet is right!!! When it doesn't work as a...

Sweet is right!!! When it doesn't work as a bicycle pump anymore...make it a beer pump...!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-13, 09:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,176
Posted By ebgbz

I have reviewed, and will continue to review...

I have reviewed, and will continue to review Sheldon Brown's great thesis on the subject and any other recommended thesis of Bicycle repair and parts compatibility! They are invaluable sources! The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-13, 09:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,176
Posted By ebgbz

Andrew, Thanks for the thoughtful answer! 1st:I...

Andrew, Thanks for the thoughtful answer!
1st:I believe that I have the threaded directions correct! I will have the LBS check that today!
2nd:Tall and pointy vs dull/low threads...LBS will check...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-13, 08:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,176
Posted By ebgbz

YES , anew thread! An issue however that may or...

YES , anew thread! An issue however that may or may not address the issues presented in the previous post! Apologies for taking up bandwidth!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-13, 04:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,182
Posted By ebgbz

check this site out: ...

check this site out: http://www.etsy.com/shop/WalnutStudiolo
here are a few examples of his stuff:
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his site has some cool hand crafted leather bike stuff!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-13, 04:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,306
Posted By ebgbz

The bike is a Hercules Tourister,...

The bike is a Hercules Tourister, Pre-Raliegh(Birmingham) I don't know that I NEED a threadless unit, it was a thought to ease the pain a bit! Here's what's going on:The BB shell is 66mm! I do have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-13, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,306
Posted By ebgbz

66 mm BB on a Hercules...?

Has anyone used the VO threadless BB? I would like to try it on a Hercules frame that has a 66mm BB shell. VO says that they can't tell me if it would work with a 2mm spacer on the drive side. VO...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-13, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,176
Posted By ebgbz

BB thread differences...

...at the risk of asking ANOTHER question that shows my lack of apparent "lack of knowledge", I'm going to anyway! :thumb:I have been able to thread a Sugino CBB-103(BC 1.37 x 24t) bb into a 66mm bb...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-13, 03:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

I thought I might bring this thread current with...

I thought I might bring this thread current with some "sparkly things" I found! Has anyone used or is familiar with this stuff? http://curtisodom.com/products/art
301837301838301839301840

He even...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-13, 07:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,129
Posted By ebgbz

both of these are the bomb!!! 301729 301730

both of these are the bomb!!!
301729 301730
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-13, 07:15 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,168
Posted By ebgbz

...boy howdy!!! you caught me! :thumb: Perhaps it...

...boy howdy!!! you caught me! :thumb: Perhaps it was the cap!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 04:30 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,129
Posted By ebgbz

It is clear that the "brain trust" among the...

It is clear that the "brain trust" among the "bikies" here is saying that chrome plating a "toy", I mean a bike isn't worth the effort unless one just feels the need! From a practical standpoint,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 02:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,168
Posted By ebgbz

Just making an "uneducated" observation! Note...

Just making an "uneducated" observation! Note that the "components" are shown as illustrations of a service not a product! The components have had work done to them by Bikesmith Design. I guess to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 12:17 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,362
Posted By ebgbz

I told you i would be back. I heard from VO...

I told you i would be back. I heard from VO regarding their threadless bb and this is what they said:
"Hi Doug,
I don't know if ours would work or not. My suspicion is that it won't work. I think...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 12:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,405
Posted By ebgbz

I'm not sure exactly what to say. My original...

I'm not sure exactly what to say. My original post was aimed at obtaining not only sources but hearing those "piecemeal bits" from those of you with a broader knowledge base than I. Often, first hand...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 09:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,129
Posted By ebgbz

well...shine on! I think I agree!

well...shine on! I think I agree!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 09:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,405
Posted By ebgbz

what does the =8- mean AND can this pattern be...

what does the =8- mean AND can this pattern be used frt and rear?
Forum: Southeast Regional Rides and Events
02-26-13, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 809
Posted By ebgbz

in Tampa...

Check it out!
http://www.facebook.com/PubBikeRide
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 07:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,405
Posted By ebgbz

wheel lacing!

I have asked some questions and seen a bunch of responses regarding lacing patterns. Can someone tell me a source for identifying various patterns such as:
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 07:56 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,129
Posted By ebgbz

Here's the site but like the girl said at the...

Here's the site but like the girl said at the picnic...I'm not sure about doing it! I'll bet it's expensive because they want to do the prep! I'll post again when I have more data!
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 07:17 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,129
Posted By ebgbz

chrome plating...!

Has anyone sent a frame out to have it chrome plated! I found a metal refinisher in Tampa that said they could do it!:thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-13, 05:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,168
Posted By ebgbz

a source for neat tools...!

Check it out...!
Is anyone working with any of this company's tools?
http://bikesmithdesign.com/
shorten crank arms
301451
short 60mm -160mm cranks
301452
crank cotters and cotter press....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-13, 12:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 847
Posted By ebgbz

if and when you r&r ANY carbon components in the...

if and when you r&r ANY carbon components in the course of the maintenance, be aware of any published torque specs for those components. Use a torque wrench intended for the purpose otherwise you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-13, 12:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,362
Posted By ebgbz

It's good to know that there is such a...

It's good to know that there is such a substantial knowledge base out there for all this old or vintage or "bike mechanic" stuff! Don't anyone get their "pants in a wad", I'm really NOT making a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-13, 09:08 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,362
Posted By ebgbz

For and OLD GROUCHY GUY I discovered that a new...

For and OLD GROUCHY GUY I discovered that a new threaded BB will probably NOT work on this Herculian project! After removing the fixed cup and cleaning the threads I came up with what appears to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-13, 07:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,362
Posted By ebgbz

OK...here's the deal! After scaring my dog to...

OK...here's the deal! After scaring my dog to death, teaching him some new words, making the neighbors think "WTF" is going on in my garage...I even learned some NEW and BETTER uses for numerous...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-13, 06:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,323
Posted By ebgbz

...what is a stem wedgie anyway??? :lol:

...what is a stem wedgie anyway??? :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-24-13, 06:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,509
Posted By ebgbz

If I were going to begin the process of cleaning...

If I were going to begin the process of cleaning up a chrome frame whether surface rust or not I would get some of this:
301216
It works great and has been used in the marine business for decades!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-13, 01:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,854
Posted By ebgbz

It appears that I need to "re-purpose" the...

It appears that I need to "re-purpose" the "really cool vintage look stem." Thanks for that...!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-13, 10:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,854
Posted By ebgbz

Is that reference because of structural...

Is that reference because of structural deficiencies in the stem or technical deficiencies with installation(s) of the stem in the threaded steerer?

[/QUOTE]The stem needs a minimal amount left in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-13, 07:31 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,854
Posted By ebgbz

The goal is partly to raise the handlebars...but...

The goal is partly to raise the handlebars...but just a bit...like 20mm. It's a scale and appearance thing AND I've got a really cool vintage look stem that I want to use!
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-13, 07:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,854
Posted By ebgbz

"Hail Bicycles"..."Hail Bicycles"..."Hail...

"Hail Bicycles"..."Hail Bicycles"..."Hail Bicycles" Boy howdy...I feel better now!
The replacement fork IS threaded! As much as a higher bar position, I want the additional "mass" of a bigger...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-13, 08:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,854
Posted By ebgbz

I'm not sure how to respond to all of the...

I'm not sure how to respond to all of the responses. It sounds like everyone is saying the same things. What I didn't make clear and should have is that I am changing th fork and will need to cut the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-13, 02:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,854
Posted By ebgbz

>10mm headset spacer.

What are the structural and practical implications of changing the std. 2mm spacer for a bigger one in a 1" threaded headset? Would that effectively raise the bar hgt. by leaving more of the steerer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-13, 09:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,362
Posted By ebgbz

I understand about the clockwise and c clockwise...

I understand about the clockwise and c clockwise and it makes sense. What doesn't make sense is that as I "crank" on this thing it appears to be tightening it in the BB shell.
So...I drew a diagram...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 10:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,416
Posted By ebgbz

So...if I make the rear cog a 17 or so would the...

So...if I make the rear cog a 17 or so would the gear be "less tall"?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 10:24 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,416
Posted By ebgbz

The 42t is dictated by the crank: FSA Gimondi. It...

The 42t is dictated by the crank: FSA Gimondi. It is one of a few that have a 165mm crank arm length. The 15 on the SA2 is std. with others as options! So...be prepared to switch the rear!
Thanks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 09:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,416
Posted By ebgbz

Oh why?...I'll just brake it at a different link...

Oh why?...I'll just brake it at a different link each time, eventually I'll have a "Masterchain." :lol:
You are right...flexibility and convenience during an experimental phase is a good thing!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 09:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,416
Posted By ebgbz

Even a grouchy old man like me can understand...

Even a grouchy old man like me can understand this...! Thanks, I'll print it or take my tablet to the "library" and it will make oh so interesting reading! have "lib
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 08:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

I think I may have found the solution to the frt...

I think I may have found the solution to the frt hub issue. I doo like the appearance that the Normandy has. holes on flanges, etc. I understand about the relative deficiencies of it to newer hubs. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 08:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

I understand that!!! NOW! What would someone with...

I understand that!!! NOW! What would someone with your tenure in the biz recommend to accomplish the same high flange appearance?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-13, 07:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

:( Why???

:( Why???
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-13, 01:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,416
Posted By ebgbz

Gearing with a SA 2spd. w/o coaster brake.

I understand that there are cog options for the 2 spd SA.
Where can I find an "esplanation" of the relationship between chain ring and cog and how I might impact performance on this project? The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-13, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

Thanks...I was hoping that was the case! :)

Thanks...I was hoping that was the case! :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-13, 01:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

oh yeah, I agree...just got make it sparkly!

oh yeah, I agree...just got make it sparkly!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-13, 12:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,165
Posted By ebgbz

OLD not vintage Normandy high flange hub...?

I have a really nice(no directional prints from previous builds) Normandy hub.
I would like to use this as a 1st hub rebuild. I understand that these are French and that French parts use a different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-13, 09:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,349
Posted By ebgbz

...if you decide to scrap the forks just a...

...if you decide to scrap the forks just a suggestion. Cut the fork ends off about 8" up the fork arm and re-shape the drop out(?) opening to accomodate the cap on a beer bottle. Re purpose it and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-13, 09:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,608
Posted By ebgbz

I'm not experienced with this at all. I consider...

I'm not experienced with this at all. I consider my interaction here a constant learning experience.
In terms of spoke length calculation I wonder if this would be of value:

...
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