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03-01-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By Bad Lag

One more update on this old thread, if I may. ...

One more update on this old thread, if I may.

I ride (almost) every day. It's been 3 months using this UZUMI chain and couldn't be more satisfied with it. It still shifts beautifully and...
02-02-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,934
Posted By Bad Lag

I forgot to add one more thing about aluminum. ...

I forgot to add one more thing about aluminum. This applies to both bicycles and aviation applications of aluminum, really all applications of aluminum.

Aluminum's strength and fatigue resistance...
02-02-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,752
Posted By Bad Lag

Wah Hoo!

Wah Hoo!
01-31-24, 01:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,934
Posted By Bad Lag

mpetry showed you the behavior of steel subjected...

mpetry showed you the behavior of steel subjected to high loads - how much can I strain it one time before it stretches or cracks?

Here is the other type of behavior - fatigue due to low-level,...
01-16-24, 02:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By Bad Lag

Link to Amazon...

Link to Amazon...
01-15-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By Bad Lag

I ordered mine through Amazon. I got it the next...

I ordered mine through Amazon. I got it the next day, two at most. In fact, after that first order and when the chain proved to be so nice, I ordered a second. Again, basically one day delivery. So,...
01-13-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By Bad Lag

Update On New Chain

I bought an IZUMI chain a while ago for use on my 5 speed freewheel. I've been using it for about 2 months now. My expectations were low because of the low price. I was wrong. It has been great....
12-28-23, 09:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,687
Posted By Bad Lag

This is absurd. Put your pictures back. Sheesh!

This is absurd. Put your pictures back. Sheesh!
12-28-23, 09:42 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,687
Posted By Bad Lag

I think you missed or misinterpreted the smiley. ...

I think you missed or misinterpreted the smiley.

Humor is hard, especially on the internet.
12-28-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,687
Posted By Bad Lag

I converted a StumpJumper Sport bike to use an...

I converted a StumpJumper Sport bike to use an 8-speed IGH. To keep it as simple as possible, it uses a single chain wheel up front. It is nimble and fast, surprisingly so. I got lucky picking...
12-28-23, 06:32 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,687
Posted By Bad Lag

This picture does not belong in a thread whose...

This picture does not belong in a thread whose theme is "as simple as possible". :) I'm loving all the stuff I see in the pic but simple it is not.
12-28-23, 10:16 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,515
Posted By Bad Lag

You did a great job!

You did a great job!
12-28-23, 12:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 912
Posted By Bad Lag

No, not really, but am I allowed to ask...

No, not really, but am I allowed to ask questions? It would be for her, you see.

What is the stand-over height, up where the tube goes horizontal?

What happened to the pedals? Do you have them?...
12-26-23, 11:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 912
Posted By Bad Lag

My wife said, "That's a sweet ride."

My wife said, "That's a sweet ride."
12-23-23, 08:29 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,679
Posted By Bad Lag

AndyK or anyone else able to report on the long...

AndyK or anyone else able to report on the long term performance of this material (paint)?
12-22-23, 05:59 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 6,939
Posted By Bad Lag

In the 1970's and 80's the steel frame design...

In the 1970's and 80's the steel frame design matured to the point that innovation was found in mass producing them with higher quality. Little innovations like brazed-on bits came along but mot much...
12-22-23, 12:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 610
Posted By Bad Lag

I'll bet you a buck there is a stress riser in...

I'll bet you a buck there is a stress riser in the seat clamp that means all the loading happens at the back, right where it broke. It isn't the seat (or seats), it's the clamp.

Inspect it...
12-21-23, 03:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 615
Posted By Bad Lag

As the load goes up, so should inflation...

As the load goes up, so should inflation pressure. I sincerely doubt you will overload your tires but you could easily under-inflate them.

Be sure your spokes are properly tensioned (uniformity...
12-19-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 924
Posted By Bad Lag

If you keep the rack, be sure to place something...

If you keep the rack, be sure to place something between the bottom of the clamp and the top of the brake bridge. It can be a simple as a block of aluminum or a stiff, strong strap - just something...
12-19-23, 12:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 460
Posted By Bad Lag

Riding is life!

Riding is life!
12-17-23, 07:41 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,385
Posted By Bad Lag

I'm going to make a hand-held jammer. That's...

I'm going to make a hand-held jammer.

That's wicked, I know, and I won't really do it. It is just a curmudgeonly response to stuff like this.
12-17-23, 07:36 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,385
Posted By Bad Lag

... where the want is for them to sell you...

... where the want is for them to sell you something "new and improved".
12-17-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,385
Posted By Bad Lag

What's next: self-driving, electric powered...

What's next: self-driving, electric powered bicycle.


Why even bother?
12-15-23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 739
Posted By Bad Lag

Is this as simple as the asymmetric spindle is...

Is this as simple as the asymmetric spindle is installed backwards?
12-13-23, 11:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

Link to Izumi Chain...

Link to Izumi Chain (https://www.izumichain.com/all-chains/410c)

410C
from $20.99

All the style and durability of the 410 in a chain made for 5-6 speed bicycles. Pick the striking Jet...
12-13-23, 12:16 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

I've been riding with the new chain and freewheel...

I've been riding with the new chain and freewheel for a month now.

The new IZUMI chain has been great! This chain is so quiet, I'm not sure I've ever had one so quiet before.

It is so quiet, it...
12-13-23, 12:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 903
Posted By Bad Lag

Quality Sew Ups 21613 Talisman Torrence, Ca...

Quality Sew Ups
21613 Talisman
Torrence, Ca 90503

This is/was a private residence which is still there.

Oddly, Talisman is a street which runs in a generally north-south direction and should...
12-12-23, 02:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,429
Posted By Bad Lag

If one has rusted through, what are the chances...

If one has rusted through, what are the chances the others are in similarly bad shape?

My guess is it is nearly 100% they are all pretty bad.

What are the consequences of a structural failure? ...
12-09-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,104
Posted By Bad Lag

Try acetone. It's guaranteed not to hurt the...

Try acetone. It's guaranteed not to hurt the anodic coating. It will eat the adhesive starting RIGHT NOW!

Consider a spray of WD-40 or some other protectant when done, as acetone will strip away...
12-09-23, 03:08 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,303
Posted By Bad Lag

What constitutes being a "member", as opposed to...

What constitutes being a "member", as opposed to being a "guest"?
12-07-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 510
Posted By Bad Lag

Just re-seat them, the way you would a rivet. ...

Just re-seat them, the way you would a rivet. You know, get a hammer.
12-07-23, 01:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,688
Posted By Bad Lag

"Scathing critique"? I think not. To me, it...

"Scathing critique"? I think not.

To me, it seems more like a statement of harsh facts, delivered with a smile and a sense of humor. Harsh facts are often best delivered in that way.
12-03-23, 08:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 646
Posted By Bad Lag

What a great bike! It looks as if it would...

What a great bike!

It looks as if it would greatly benefit from dabs of metallic blue touch up paint. The white primer glaringly shows through for every ding.
12-03-23, 08:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 549
Posted By Bad Lag

Who's in the basket?

Who's in the basket?
12-03-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 845
Posted By Bad Lag

If it's localized (a burr, scrape or damage),...

If it's localized (a burr, scrape or damage), that's one thing. If it is wide spread (corrosion, scratch), that's another.

I have a bore scope with a flexible fiber optic shaft that would fit. ...
12-01-23, 11:09 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,563
Posted By Bad Lag

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/550x550/tires_wipers3_4b01c55254b8d8057af2f45a1635a60e8e8a7d75.jpg
11-28-23, 12:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,164
Posted By Bad Lag

Motorcycles and motorcycling are fun but bicycles...

Motorcycles and motorcycling are fun but bicycles are better. On a bicycle, you get great exercise. That's something you don't get on a motor-powered cycle.
11-28-23, 12:07 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

Indeed!, so you'll understand that I may be a...

Indeed!, so you'll understand that I may be a little concerned about wear, fatigue and corrosion. My crank snapped, chainrings wore out, freewheel wore out, chain wore out, dust caps snapped, rim...
11-27-23, 07:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

The wheels I am riding are almost 40 years old -...

The wheels I am riding are almost 40 years old - MAVIC MA2 rims on Performance Bike sealed bearing hubs. They remain rock solid but it is just a matter of time.

I have some VO rims in the rafters,...
11-25-23, 12:00 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,164
Posted By Bad Lag

I'm really lusting after one of these. They are...

I'm really lusting after one of these. They are reproductions of board track racers from way back when (1920' and 1930's). So, they are very C&V.

...
11-24-23, 06:09 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

I've spent the last month focused on the drive...

I've spent the last month focused on the drive train while riding. It was either the broken crank, the replacement crank, the noises, the grinding, the freewheel or the chain. .

The recent rides...
11-23-23, 11:18 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

Yes, thanks to you and the others, this bike has...

Yes, thanks to you and the others, this bike has been repaired, test ridden and is ready to ride.

Yesterday, I installed a new chain and an almost new, 5 speed Dura Ace freewheel...
11-22-23, 06:45 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

It's time to buy some replacement cogs or even a...

It's time to buy some replacement cogs or even a whole new freewheel. I have a lot of freewheels in my kit but this one was my favorite and most used - 14-16-18-21-24. It is a Suntour Pro Comp.
11-22-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

I inspected and disassembled the drive train. ...

I inspected and disassembled the drive train.

1. The derailleur and pulleys look to be just fine - tight where they should be tight, free-spinning where they should spin.
2. The wheel bearings...
11-21-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

The noise was very gritty or grindy, not unlike a...

The noise was very gritty or grindy, not unlike a fracture ball bearing would sound. I believe I could even feel the grinding thru my feet. I wasn't sure I'd make it home. This is different than the...
11-21-23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

I just got back from my ride using the old chain...

I just got back from my ride using the old chain (Regina Oro). It shifts well and did not skip even a single beat.

When under load, it sounds like it was trying to change gears. It didn't but it...
11-21-23, 01:00 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

I was planning on reverting to the old chain on...

I was planning on reverting to the old chain on the old freewheel as a stop-gap measure.

Similarly, I have several near-new freewheels in my junk box. I also found some chains in there.

I have...
11-21-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

Alternatively, I have never before had this...

Alternatively, I have never before had this happen. To me, this is a puzzle.
11-21-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

What about it is funny?

What about it is funny?
11-21-23, 12:02 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,581
Posted By Bad Lag

During both initial installation and when adding...

During both initial installation and when adding the extra links, I took great care to not have links that bind.

Now, I need time to work on the bike. I plan to ride tomorrow, so it has to be in...
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