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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-11, 09:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Found photo of Cyclone Suntour Shifter on Ebay...

Found photo of Cyclone Suntour Shifter on Ebay (http://cgi.ebay.com/NOS-Suntour-Cyclone-clamp-down-tube-shifters-beauty-/310304768678?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item483f9b02a6)

Saw washer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-11, 06:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Good replacement shifter?

Went to LBS and bought a gear shifter cable. Added KoolStop wide rear brakes as well.

Finding the Suntour Cyclone shifter fails to hold steady position when changing gears. Placed above the pump...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-11, 11:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Thanks. Good thing to keep in mind. Will test it...

Thanks. Good thing to keep in mind. Will test it before adding back the shifter cable. Seems to move freely, but lube on the hings pins will be good to do I'm sure.

Right now, as the rear wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-11, 07:25 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

checking the exploded view for cyclone - (nice...

checking the exploded view for cyclone - (nice photo)

End cap - saw tooth - washer with bent hook - flat washer - lever - concave washer (curve fitting into lever) - nut - bracket - nut - concave...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 07:31 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Good article on tire sizing....

Good article on tire sizing. (http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html#width)

Campagnolo rim = 15mm inner diameter. By the Width Consideration Chart - max tire width = 32mm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

What tire do you recommend for the ISO 622 700C...

What tire do you recommend for the ISO 622 700C Campagnolo Omega Strada Hardox wheel? I like the idea of a big tire on the rear wheel + it needs to live through NYC streets.


Here are some 622...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 06:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Great comment about different size wheels....

Great comment about different size wheels. Thanks. Recomendations on adding life to the frame? Cleaning it to start. Uploading front handlebars - Italian Bullhorns - says the former owner.

All...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 04:32 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Dissected the other shifter and created an...

Dissected the other shifter and created an exploded view. Added shifters above pump brazon. Now need new shifter cable.

Really need to get the wheels taken care of - replace rear wheel ( wobbles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 02:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Other U08 upgrades - Front Derailers - Any...

Other U08 upgrades -

Front Derailers - Any recomendations? Currently none on the bike - there are two large sprockets on the front crank.

Rear Derailer - currently using Suntour rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 02:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Yes!!!! Will try that.

Yes!!!! Will try that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 01:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

206345 Tightening the side edge. Lever is...

206345

Tightening the side edge. Lever is free.

After it originally slipped, I took the shifters off then added them back. Possibly, from what I read here, I need to remove the shifters,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 01:43 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

Tightned the sides - tightens the clamp. Turned...

Tightned the sides - tightens the clamp. Turned the bike upside down and worked the shifter with wheels going - keeps coming loose. No bump under the tube - smooth all the way down. Not much room...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-11, 12:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,358
Posted By Liquidfusion

SunTour Cyclone downtube shifter bracket keeps slipping

Hi. Have a U08 with Cyclone Suntour shifter whose bracket keeps slipping down the tube. How do I keep it in place? Thanks.

Brewer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-07, 05:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 611
Posted By Liquidfusion

Mostly around NYC - streets / paved roads in...

Mostly around NYC - streets / paved roads in Central Park / Riverside park along the Hudson River.

Goal: bike for exercise. Possibly to work.

Which tread is best for city riding?

Thanks /...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-07, 10:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 611
Posted By Liquidfusion

What Tire / Rear Wheel

Peugot U08
Have a 700C rim rear wheel. Need to finally choose a tire.

This site tells me that @205 lbs - I will need a 28mm /32mm rim width tire (http://www.rivbike.com/files/pick_tire.html)
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-07, 09:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 686
Posted By Liquidfusion

Haven't bought anything yet..... Still deciding...

Haven't bought anything yet..... Still deciding what to do.

Cold setting: http://sheldonbrown.com/frame-spacing.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-07, 04:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 686
Posted By Liquidfusion

Should I replace chain myself?

New w/ bike. Good at tech skills.

Replacing rear wheel at present as rear hub was bent by former owner in minor crash. Have good 700c Campagnolo rim w/126mm hub. Will soon decide tire brand /...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-15-07, 04:12 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,871
Posted By Liquidfusion

Wow. When you're young you're invincible. Damn...

Wow. When you're young you're invincible. Damn the torpedoes!!!! Fast ahead!!!!!! Sorry to hear your story. Makes me realize that bicycle or motorcycle - the chain need to be set right. Brakes must...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-07, 03:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Liquidfusion

What a difference 8 mm makes!!! Just might invest...

What a difference 8 mm makes!!! Just might invest in a tape measure that doesn't stop at 72 in.

http://www.rivbike.com/files/pick_tire.html
According to this guide reference: 200 to 230 lbs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-07, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Liquidfusion

http://www.rivbike.com/node/18 Good article...

http://www.rivbike.com/node/18

Good article on tire tread / tire width .......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-07, 04:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Liquidfusion

Inside rim width = 14 mm / 15 mm Outer rim...

Inside rim width = 14 mm / 15 mm
Outer rim width = 20 mm
Kind of thin!!!!!!!!!!!


Found this:
http://sheldonbrown.com/tire_sizing.html

Width Considerations
Checking chart.......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-07, 04:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Liquidfusion

http://www.bikeforums.net/archive/index.php/t-1237...

http://www.bikeforums.net/archive/index.php/t-123710.html

Found this link / Clincher Rims
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-07, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Liquidfusion

Tape measure stops at 72 inches. Measured around...

Tape measure stops at 72 inches. Measured around wheel to 69 in / then measured the remaining space = 7.5 in. Circumference = 76.5 in

This is closer to the 622 mm rim (700c). What's a clincher...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-07, 04:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 635
Posted By Liquidfusion

Wheel Size

Went here to see how to figure wheel size:
http://sheldonbrown.com/rim-sizing.html

Measured: Rim / Rim ~ under 25"
What I have: Compagnolo freewheel hub for a bike that has a 126mm dropout...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-07, 03:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 422
Posted By Liquidfusion

Thanks for the insights!!!!! Here's more...

Thanks for the insights!!!!! Here's more photos....... Whatever this is / It looks great!!!!!!!!!

Campagnolo label on rim (close up):
http://www.liquidfusion.net/Peugeot/C1L9.JPG

Campagnolo...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-07, 03:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 422
Posted By Liquidfusion

Verify My Choice: 5 vs. 7 Freewheel

Went with a used Suntour 5 speed freewheel (14-28T) because I didn't want to change spokes / redish this Campagnolo wheel: concerned a LBS would ruin it.

Can this Campagnolo hub take a 7 speed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-07, 03:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 924
Posted By Liquidfusion

Glad you are ok.

Glad you are ok.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-07, 02:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 838
Posted By Liquidfusion

Good stuff to know. When I get the tire and put...

Good stuff to know. When I get the tire and put it on the wheel , I'll be able to tell #4. Will be adding new friction shifting cables / cable housing as well: front / rear derailleurs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-07, 01:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 838
Posted By Liquidfusion

Not familiar with wheels w/quick releases. Didn't...

Not familiar with wheels w/quick releases. Didn't know what a "Skewer" was (for bikes). Now I do. Thanks.

My concern for damaging spokes is valid from my past experience with a wheel containing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-07, 01:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,501
Posted By Liquidfusion

Joe Blow Sport / yellow one - easy to use / Great...

Joe Blow Sport / yellow one - easy to use / Great gauge. Pumps air with ease - like a great politician!!!!

http://www.nextag.com/TOPEAK-JoeBlow-Sport-Floor-503087701/prices-html

Considering...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-07, 01:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,704
Posted By Liquidfusion

Suntour = great quality. Good luck!!!!!

Suntour = great quality. Good luck!!!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-07, 01:29 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 924
Posted By Liquidfusion

Did you try spraying as much of it as you can w/...

Did you try spraying as much of it as you can w/ WD 40? That helped me remove hard-to-remove pedals.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 838
Posted By Liquidfusion

Are all quick release skewers the same? What do...

Are all quick release skewers the same? What do you have?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 10:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 838
Posted By Liquidfusion

From past experience with rear wheel/derailleur,...

From past experience with rear wheel/derailleur, I could't get the largest gear engaged. Was concerned about ruining / breaking spoke.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 10:34 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 838
Posted By Liquidfusion

Wow!!!!!! A new exciting world!!!!!!!! I feel...

Wow!!!!!! A new exciting world!!!!!!!! I feel like I'm getting into the heart of very cool bike gear.
A skewer!!!!!!! Not just for the heart, but for the bike!!!!!!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 01:21 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 838
Posted By Liquidfusion

Spacer for Freewheel

Hi!!! Moving slowly along. Went with a used Suntour 14-28 Freewheel (5 Speed) so I won't have to redish the wheel. Seems the largest gear is very close to the spokes. What can I get to add as a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 01:14 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,641
Posted By Liquidfusion

Get Well Soon!!!!!!!!!

Get Well Soon!!!!!!!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-07, 12:53 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,810
Posted By Liquidfusion

One year ago, I was mysteriously paralyzed. Great...

One year ago, I was mysteriously paralyzed. Great health. Then suddenly could not walk more than several steps at a time. Super intense pain. Knee / lower back. Doctor gave me Celebrex. Told him...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-07, 06:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 653
Posted By Liquidfusion

Here is what I've done so far: Bid/won: 5 spd...

Here is what I've done so far: Bid/won: 5 spd Suntour Freewheel / Ebay.
Went for 5 speed because I don't want to "redish" this wheel. Concerned that a bike shop might ruin this wheel. No steep...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-07, 10:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 653
Posted By Liquidfusion

Thanks!!!

Thanks!!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-07, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 653
Posted By Liquidfusion

Hub: Campagnolo Photos: ...

Hub: Campagnolo

Photos:
http://www.liquidfusion.net/Peugeot/Campagnolo__0L9.JPG
http://www.liquidfusion.net/Peugeot/Campagnolo__3L9.JPG
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-07, 12:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 653
Posted By Liquidfusion

Suntour Freewheel on Camagnolo wheel?

Can I put Suntour Freewheels on a 126mm Campagnolo wheel?

Ebay: Suntour Freewheel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-01-07, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By Liquidfusion

Thanks. Will think it all over. Having fun seeing...

Thanks. Will think it all over. Having fun seeing what possibilities can exist!!!
Brewer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By Liquidfusion

Hi. Right now it's cold. Snowing here and there....

Hi. Right now it's cold. Snowing here and there. Perfect time to learn about this wheel and see what's best. Spokes look great!!!!

Is there an advantage of a 6? a 7? Why not 5? Here we go...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-07, 12:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By Liquidfusion

Great!!!!!!!! Spokes seem think /...

Great!!!!!!!!



Spokes seem think / strong
5'7" / 195lbs // starting working out (situps / pushups) // goal: lose 15 -20 lbs


Email from Sheldon Brown - he says go w/"7". Stuart Black...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-07, 10:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By Liquidfusion

Thanks. Learning!! We're dealing with a 32 spoke...

Thanks. Learning!! We're dealing with a 32 spoke 126mm 700c wheel. Need to add: freewheel / tire. Reading on the net I see that 700c is smaller (622mm) than a 27" wheel (630mm) which are both larger...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-07, 10:32 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By Liquidfusion

Nashbar sells a house brand 6 speed freewheel for...

Nashbar sells a house brand 6 speed freewheel for $20 / rim's a 700C.

Have info now to work on.

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!
Brewer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-29-07, 09:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,443
Posted By Liquidfusion

Freewheel for hub?

Hi. Just received a fantastic Campagnolo freewheel hub for a bike that has a 126mm dropout width. Great because my Peugeot's rear wheel 's hub is bent by former owners accident. Special thanks to a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-07, 02:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,606
Posted By Liquidfusion

During the French revolution, guillotined people...

During the French revolution, guillotined people sometimes were reported seen moving mouths / making facial expressions. Think of it - no pain from the neck up!!! Only a sudden sense of loss of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-07, 03:17 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 13,969
Posted By Liquidfusion

A dent in a frame is a defect. How serious that...

A dent in a frame is a defect. How serious that defect affects you depends on how hard you ride. How fast you ride. Your weight. Height.

Law of Physics: F= MA (Force = Mass X Acceleration)
...
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