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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 04:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 316
Posted By aaronM46

I got it all back together. Thanks!

I got it all back together. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 01:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 316
Posted By aaronM46

Ughh. The BB is already in there. I hope it comes...

Ughh. The BB is already in there. I hope it comes out easily.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 316
Posted By aaronM46

Putting back together an old Trek from a box of parts and I need some help.

I don't see how the front derailleur should attach. Here is a pic of the derailleur and the frame. I am familiar with this mounting style. It looks like maybe there should be a part on the back that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 10:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,784
Posted By aaronM46

Best reply! It's a bike. It heats up more...

Best reply!

It's a bike. It heats up more when you ride it. The brake fluid is mineral oil and doesn't expand at those temps. The air in the tires will go up MAYBE 5 psi if the car temp rises to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 09:53 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 3,686
Posted By aaronM46

You, sir, are the type of person I wouldn't pee...

You, sir, are the type of person I wouldn't pee on you if you were on fire. How pompous can someone get!! You will rot for your ignorance of sensitivity! I have never felt such disdain for someone....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Breaking my rule of silence for a non-ahole: ...

Breaking my rule of silence for a non-ahole:

My rigid fork is a Bolany. I really like the quality. I have seen their air forks but I am skeptical. That is a lot more technology than a rigid fork....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 09:30 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

EDIT: I will stay around to offer advice because...

EDIT: I will stay around to offer advice because some of you that offer advice don't have a dang clue about mechanics or physics. I just won't reply to your ignorance.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 09:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 860
Posted By aaronM46

Aluminum expands easily with heat. Use a cheap...

Aluminum expands easily with heat. Use a cheap propane torch on the crank arm for about 30 seconds near the BB but don't heat the BB. Rotate the crank arm to evenly distribute the heat. Then spray...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 09:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 682
Posted By aaronM46

Nevermind. I can't stand any more of the elitists...

Nevermind. I can't stand any more of the elitists here.

EDIT: I will stay around to offer advice because some of you that offer advice don't have a dang clue about mechanics or physics. I just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 08:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Yep, I am done. This was a success. I will...

Yep, I am done.

This was a success. I will not be posting to this post again due to there being too many angry jerks that can't see beyond their insecurities. There is not much help to be had on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 08:38 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Not happy with the non-suspension forks. I want...

Not happy with the non-suspension forks. I want suspension forks but I am not sure how to choose them or find them. Nobody wants to help.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 682
Posted By aaronM46

Fork selection questions....

Many of you have followed my Schwinn build. A crappy bike that I upgraded quite a lot. Well, I went from the garbage Schwinn spring forks to a rigid fork. I don't like the rigid forks because of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-23, 04:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

I am really enjoying the new bars. I like the...

I am really enjoying the new bars. I like the width so far but I am going to move everything inward to 740mm total to see how that rides and move back and forth to find the perfect sweet spot for me...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-23, 01:53 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Excuse the messy garage. Fishing season is...

Excuse the messy garage. Fishing season is kicking into high gear and the weather is nice so my free time to organize my clutter is getting thin. Once we get storms I will be a shut-in and get it all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-23, 01:35 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

I have my new 800mm bars installed. Everything...

I have my new 800mm bars installed. Everything seems to FIT SOO much better. The bike does resemble a longhorn steer but I think I may like it. I have not ridden it yet with the new bars. I will take...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-23, 05:16 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

So far I have about 50 miles on it. I am wanting...

So far I have about 50 miles on it. I am wanting my new bars so badly. These bars suck so badly. I feel so confined and boxed in because of the terrible backsweep angle and how narrow they are. I was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-23, 04:55 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

It is the backsweep angle on these bars that are...

It is the backsweep angle on these bars that are bothering my wrists. They force me to turn my wrists inwards. I have wide shoulders and need a bar with very little backsweep angle. Yes, I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-23, 03:01 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Thank You. I am a natural learner by feel and...

Thank You. I am a natural learner by feel and experience and I grasp things nearly immediately. I spent three hours today on a twin-engine boat practicing throttle steering. This is where you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-23, 02:48 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

I will tell you that I love it, other than the...

I will tell you that I love it, other than the damn bars!! My new ones should come today. I rode 5 miles yesterday with my hands laying flat on top of the brake levers to keep my hands in a decent...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-23, 06:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

This all seems to be correct. I used spacers to...

This all seems to be correct. I used spacers to get the pre-load correct with the bolt being torqued correctly. Spins nicely with no play at all.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-23, 06:32 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

My stem is backward? What do you mean? Thanks

My stem is backward? What do you mean?

Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 04:19 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

And once again someone doesn't understand the...

And once again someone doesn't understand the "scientific method". Here is what you aren't getting. The 'sixth step' of the scientific method is to make a new hypothesis based on your test results....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 03:54 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Yeah, I am not trail riding so I don't care. I...

Yeah, I am not trail riding so I don't care. I live in a golf course neighborhood so the closest trail I will see is the golf cart path. Very nice area to ride on the streets though because of low...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 03:38 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Ha. I just noticed my rear wheel QR is facing the...

Ha. I just noticed my rear wheel QR is facing the wrong way from looking at that pic.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 03:37 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Here is a pic of the dog running setup. She is...

Here is a pic of the dog running setup. She is not in the harness but you get the idea.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

I just got home from riding a few miles and it...

I just got home from riding a few miles and it has grown on me except for the bars. I like that it is very responsive now. It was just sluggish feeling before and the bearings were junk so it didn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 608
Posted By aaronM46

Measure 5 times on something that expensive. I...

Measure 5 times on something that expensive. I will go slow and gradually decide where I need to be.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-23, 01:38 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/20230503_150810_f09864309abb365e4f807f2a6bdacfa34f8c91d1.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Yes. It is sensitive. I will report back once the...

Yes. It is sensitive. I will report back once the new bars are on. For now, I am getting used to it. I might like a larger tire to be honest but I will wear these out first.

Here are some pics.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

I have new bars coming. I do not like those at...

I have new bars coming. I do not like those at all. The backsweep puts a bad angle on my wrists.

Oh, and the fork is the exact same length as the original. I think it's mostly me getting used to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 01:20 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-23, 01:16 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Here are some pictures: ...

Here are some pictures:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/20230503_150653_af1c50b420ebdf3f72e380a0535a3c2900411f05.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-23, 11:04 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Quite possibly. It is a new fork. Is there any...

Quite possibly. It is a new fork. Is there any way to fix it without replacing the fork?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 10:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

I posted the parts that I used. Shifting is...

I posted the parts that I used. Shifting is awesome and pretty dang seamless. A bit of noise on cross shifting but on 3x9 I would expect that. Not a gear selection that would be used anyway. I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-23, 10:26 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

It is tight but the geometry seems off and I do...

It is tight but the geometry seems off and I do not know why.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-23, 09:14 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,646
Posted By aaronM46

Bike is VERY sensitive.....

You can follow my build at https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1270986-schwinn-network-3-0-ridiculous-build-thread.html

Now that I have it built it is crazy sensitive to steering inputs....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 608
Posted By aaronM46

I have ordered 800mm bars which I am guessing...

I have ordered 800mm bars which I am guessing will be wider than I need. I will carefully cut them to the width I need.

NOW. I am finding that you need to do the same with a fork steering tube.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 07:25 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

I have decided to go with these items to replace...

I have decided to go with these items to replace my bars:Ritchey 4-Axis Adjustable Aluminum Alloy Bike Stem - 31.8mm clampRange Handlebar Gen 3 (Cement Grey - 31.8mm)I cannot ride with the bars I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 608
Posted By aaronM46

Handlebar question regarding length

Are the markings I see on higher quality bars near the ends there as 'cut' marks if you choose to shorten them?

Thanks,
Aaron
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 04:52 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Um, Yikes! Did this brand just face roll on their...

Um, Yikes! Did this brand just face roll on their keyboard to come up with a name?
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 04:45 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

I rode a few miles today ignoring the rotor...

I rode a few miles today ignoring the rotor noise. I tried adjusting the caliper repeatedly but there is no help for it. Also, I really need different handlebars. These cause me to bend my wrists...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

I bedded them in so I was surprised. Actually not...

I bedded them in so I was surprised. Actually not really. I wasn't expecting the best quality.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 09:11 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

AND YES, to clear it up to this part: 1....

AND YES, to clear it up to this part:

1. Amazon Brake rotors warped from the hydraulic brake set in my parts list.
2. Amazon told me to keep the whole junk set and they refunded my money. I still...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 09:06 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

SO, now I need to decide if I buy good rotors and...

SO, now I need to decide if I buy good rotors and put them in these cheap calipers or just upgrade it all. If you know me you know the answer to that.

AND, so I will measure and go out and buy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Does it seem normal for rotors to warp that...

Does it seem normal for rotors to warp that easily? I assume that what I purchased was layered aluminum foil anyway.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 08:57 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Amazon refunded my money with no need to return...

Amazon refunded my money with no need to return what I have. I may just buy better rotors to see if they will work. I will respond back soon.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 08:16 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Ok, I have spent a couple of more hours on the...

Ok, I have spent a couple of more hours on the bike and really only have one complaint, so far.

The front brakes. I can put it on the stand and get everything perfect and I can ride it for a while...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

So, things are coming to a close. I will post...

So, things are coming to a close. I will post final pictures and thoughts in the next couple of days. Everything is together and I rode it a mile today with no issues. It was very nice compared to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

Do you mean my headlight when you mentioned nice...

Do you mean my headlight when you mentioned nice light? That thing is awesome. I will never own a different brand of headlamp. I use it all the time to work on things. I used to hike the Appalachian...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-23, 11:51 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,188
Posted By aaronM46

You are correct in your thought although there is...

You are correct in your thought although there is nothing wrong with this frame as far as I know other than it carries a Schwinn sticker. It has already been speculated that it is a rebranded...
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