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| Question | Do bottom bracket guides need a cable liner? | ||
| Part | Panasonic NJS Track Frame | Frame | |
| Part | SHIMANO DEORE XT M8100 MTB Crankset | Mountain | Crankset |
| Bike | Panasonic NJS Track Bike I wanted an EAI Bareknuckle in green, but those are long gone in my size and this was pretty close. |
Fixed gear | |
| Bike | Klein Attitude Old school aluminum XC bike, upgraded drivetrain. |
Mountain | |
| Part | Klein Attitude Frame | Frame | |
| Inventory Item | Klein Attitude Frame | ||
| Inventory Item | Shimano 105 5700 Shifters | ||
| Part | Shimano 105 5700 Rear Derailleur | Rear Derailleur | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano 105 5700 Rear Derailleur | ||
| Part | SRAM PG1050 Cassette | Cassette | |
| Part | Tange Seiki Falcon | Headset | |
| Part | SRAM PG1070 Cassette | Cassette | |
| Part | Shimano Dura Ace 7900 Front Derailleur Only compatible with FD-7900 shifters. |
Front Derailleur | |
| Part | FSA Omega Crankset | Crankset | |
| Part | Shimano Dura Ace 7800 Crankset | Road | Crankset |
| Part | Panasonic NJS Track Frameset | Frameset | |
| Inventory Item | Panasonic NJS Track Frameset | ||
| Part | Kona Jake The Snake 2012 Frame | Cyclocross | Frame |
| Part | Panasonic NJS Track Fork | Fork | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano 600 Ultegra 6400 Headset | ||
| Inventory Item | Klein Performance Aluminum Frameset | ||
| Part | Tange Seiki Passage Headset | Headset | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano Dura Ace 7900 Shifters | ||
| Article | Nuts and bolts Most bikes use metric hex socket bolts for most parts, usually m4, m5, or m6. The m number represents the diameter of the shaft. Here is a table of bolt specs: Diameter Hex key size Pitch M4 3mm 0.7 M5 4mm 0.8 M6 5mm 1 M8 6mm 1.25 M10 8mm 1.5 Thread pitch The distance between threads. Steel Most common type, strong but heavy. Titanium Expensive, but strong and light. Aluminum Cheap, light, easy to break when over-tightened. Don't use on stems or handlebars. |
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| Bike | Kona xBike 1999 Kona Hahanna rebuilt with swept bars and 1x12 SLX M7100 drivetrain.Drivetrain notesShifting works well, but the lowest gear feels stiff with the clutch on.The SunRace 11-51T cassette is mounted on a Shimano 135mm HG hub.I think this causes the largest sprocket to be more inboard compared to a newer bike with 142mm thru axel or larger.I got a Garbaruk chainring with 4mm offset to bring it as far in as possible without touching the chainstay.I'd like to move it about 1mm more, by using a longer rear axel and a spacer on the non drive side.Ride notes
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| Part | Kalloy Seatpost | Seatpost | |
| Inventory Item | Kalloy Seatpost | ||
| Part | SRAM X0 9 Speed Rear Derailleur | Rear Derailleur | |
| Part | Shimano Ultegra 6800 Rear Derailleur | Rear Derailleur | |
| Inventory Item | SRAM X0 | ||
| Part | Shimano Dura Ace R9100 Brakes | Road | Brakes |
| Bookmark | Bike Recyclery | ||
| Inventory Item | Shimano SLX M7100 Rear Derailleur | ||
| Part | KMC Z1eHX Chain Wide | Chain | |
| Inventory Item | KMC Z1eHX Chain Wide | ||
| Part | Titanium Handlebars | Handlebars | |
| Inventory Item | Titanium Handlebars | ||
| Part | Tire valve cap | Tire valve cap | |
| Inventory Item | Hayes Mag Hydraulic Disc Brakes and Levers | ||
| Part | Velox Rim Tape | Rim tape | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano 105 brakes | ||
| Bookmark | Wheels Manufacturing Crankset Standards | Crankset | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano XTR M960 Rear Derailleur | ||
| Inventory Item | Shimano Ultegra 6800 Rear Derailleur | ||
| Inventory Item | SRAM X0 9 Speed Rear Derailleur | ||
| Inventory Item | Shimano Deore M590 Rear Derailleur | ||
| Part | SRAM X0 9 Speed Shifters | Shifters | |
| Inventory Item | SRAM X0 9 Speed Shifters | ||
| Inventory Item | Shimano Dura Ace 7800 Front Derailleur | ||
| Part | H Plus Son Rim | Rim | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano Dura Ace 7900 Shifters | ||
| Bike | Pinarello FCX 47cm This frameset has a 135mm rear dropout, which fits 29er mtb wheelsets with quick releases. These were around before 142mm thru axels came out.There are some things to consider in this article: https://bikerumor.com/tech-breakdown-how-135mm-rear-hub-spacing-affects-road-bike-chainline-shifting/ |
Cyclocross | |
| Bookmark | Sheldon Brown Square Taper Bottom Bracket Interchangeability | Bottom Bracket | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano GRX RX800 Crankset | ||
| Part | Tektro Cantilever Brakes | Brakes | |
| Inventory Item | Tektro Cantilever Brakes | ||
| Part | Brooks Cambium Saddle | Saddle | |
| Part | Shimano Bottom Bracket | Bottom Bracket | |
| Part | Shimano Deore Wheelset | Wheelset | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano Deore Wheelset | ||
| Part | Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass Tire | Tire | |
| Inventory Item | Rene Herse Rat Trap Pass Tire | ||
| Part | Shimano Shimano SLX M7100 Shifter | Shifters | |
| Article | Press fit square taper bottom bracket The bottom bracket on this frame is a bit unique. I have only seen press fit bearings for cranks with an attached spindle. But this one has a square taper spindle in it. It's a 117mm spindle, and I'm looking at replacing it with a shorter one to bring the chainline in to fix issues with the Deore DX to Dura Ace conversion. I think I will have to hammer it out from one side or the other. Klein bikes use 35mm press fit bearings. Mine has a 117mm square taper in it. My chainline with a triple crank is around 47mm, I may need to bring it in to 45 or 43 for optimal dura ace specs. |
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| Article | Compatibility Frame The frame determines a bike's type and geometry. Frames have attachment points that allow or limit which parts you can use. Frames come in different materials and designs, which determine rider position and tire clearance. Headtube size Determines the headset, fork, and stem options. VIntage bikes: 1" Modern bikes: 1 1/8" Seatpost diameter Various sizes. Rear dropouts Dropout widths Fork Wheel size Frames are designed for a specific wheel size, but you're free to experiment. If you're using rim brakes, make sure they can reach the wheel rim. Tire clearance Narrow road forks will limit allowed tire sizes, and you can find all kinds of forks for various sizes. Rake The angle of your headtube and fork. Trail The distance your front axle is from a straight line from the headtube (the rake). Think of a fork that's curved or angled forward. This affects the handling of the bike. More trail will make the bike more stable going straight, but will add some "flop" as you steer from left to right. Less trail will be less balanced but more agile, turning faster with less input. Steer tube length/diameter The fork needs to fit inside the headtube with room for the headset. 1" steer tubes are common on vintage bikes. 1 1/8" tubes are common on modern bikes. Some are tapered, meaning the lower tube is larger and must be fit to the heaset and headtube. Axle to crown distance Distance from the bottom of the headtube to the axle. The crown is the bottom of the headset, which attaches to the fork and supports the bearings in the headtube. Using a fork with a different axle to crown distance could elevate or lower the handlebars and change the bike's handling. Suspension bikes have various compression distances, which change the axle to crown distance. Axle type and size Quick release or Thru Axle? Rack/fender mounting Bolt on points. Eyelets near axle. Brake mounting Disc mount - ISO or post. Cantilever. Caliper. Post mount. Bottom Brackets The bottom bracket has to work with the frame and the crankset. If the frame is threaded, it is usually BSA or english. If the bearings are held in place by the frame, it's a pressfit. There are different sizes and standards though, so make sure you know what you have. You can use spacers to adjust the chainline. Some older bottom brackets have different spindle lengths. Vintage bikes used square taper bottom brackets. Then a bunch of new things came out and some became standards. Cranksets Most crankarms use the same pedal thread - 9/16” x 20 tpi (14.28 x 1.27 mm). But check it if you're using something vintage. Check for clearance with the frame, especially for 1x systems where you want to use a larger ring closer to the frame. The distance between pedals is called Q factor. It's larger for gravel and mountain bikes to allow larger tires, disc brakes, and more gears on the rear axle. Triple drivetrains Chainrings Check if BCD matches the crankset. 1x drivetrains require a narrow wide chainring. Check for clearance between large chainrings and the chainstay. Especially for 1x systems. Chainring options can be limited depending on your drivetrain. Front derailleurs can have a min/max tooth gap, or have brand specific shifting patterns. Friction shifting can be more flexible for chainring choices, where STI systems are very sensitive. 1x12 Drivetrain Front Derailleur Speed Double and triple speed front derailleurs have different cage shapes. Cages are narrower for higher speed chains. Attachment types Braze on Bolts on to a fixed point on a frame (brazed onto steel frames). You can use a clamp adapter for frames with no brazed on front derailleur mount. Clamp May come in different clamp sizes for different frames. Downtube diameter affects the derailleur adjustment, some derailleurs specify which clamp need to be used. Direct mount Some mountain bikes have a direct mount attachment. The mount point may be attached to the bottom bracket if the frame doesn't have one. Chainring sizes Front derailleurs are designed for chainrings of a certain size. Max tooth difference Front derailleur max capacity (large gear - small gear). For example, 46/36T is 10T. This number is often conservative and you may be able to use a smaller inner ring. Min difference between top an intermediate The minimum tooth difference between the largest outer ring and the second or middle ring. Handlebars Vintage drop bars are 25.4mm or 26mm. Modern bars are 31.8mm. A 25.4mm bar will fit a 26mm clamp using a shim. Stems Modern bikes are 1/18" clamps on the fork, and 31.8mm for the bars. Vintage bikes have 1" threaded forks, with a quill stem and 25.4mm or 26mm clamp. You can use a threadless stem adapter to clamp a modern stem onto a threaded fork. Wheels Vintage road bikes have 27" wheels. Modern road bikes are 28"/700c. Gravel bikes use 27.5"/650b The sizes in inches are approximate, depending on the tire and pressure. The real measure for a wheel is BSD, or bead seat diameter - the diameter of where the tire seats in the rim. To swap wheel sizes, check for frame and brake clearance. Disc brakes make it much easier. Be careful to chose a tire that fits. Wheel compatibility If you have disc brakes, you can swap wheels if the hubs are the same width. If you have rim brakes, be careful that they can reach the new wheel rim. Road 27" - Vintage 700c - Modern 650b - Gravel Mountain 26" - Classic 27.5" - 650b 29" - 29er Tires Slick, narrow tires are great for smooth roads, thick knobby tires are for traction in loose dirt. There's a whole range of options in different sizes and tread patterns for where you want to ride. Your options are limited by the space available in the frame and fork, and the width of the rim. Keep in mind that the wheel will deflect in corners and over rough terrain, so ensure you have enough clearance to account for that without getting wheel bite on the frame. Fenders Fender types Full fenders If you commute or ride in the rain, these are a must for keeping your clothes clean. Many cyclists in wet places will cut plastic bottles to add fender extensions and direct all water back down. This will help keep your feet dry and the person behind you. Clip ons There are quick race fenders for road bikes, or foldable butt flaps for fixies and commuters. Mtb MTB specific fenders fit around the forks and have wider coverage. Fender size Fenders are made to match your wheel size and tire width. Recommended to have at fenders at least 10mm wider than your wheels. But you can try running larger tires and test clearance/coverage. Fender clearance Fenders need to fit between your wheels and the fork or seat stay. Race frames will have very tight fits between the frame and wheels and may need clip on fenders. You may be able to use long reach brakes if you can't fit a fender through them. fender installation Many frames will have eyelets near the axles to attach fenders. If you don't have these eyelets, there are adapters that attach to your axles to provide mount points near the dropouts. In the front, take off your brake and reinstall with the fender bracket in place. In the rear, the fender will bolt to your chain stay. Brakes Brake types
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| Part | Shimano Ultegra 6600 Pedals | Pedals | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano Ultegra 6600 Pedals Nice looking pedals. Need a little cleaning and bearings check. |
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| Inventory Item | Shimano Triple Crankset FC MT-60 Vintage crankset, polished. |
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| Inventory Item | Dura Ace C24 Wheelset | ||
| Bookmark | Nox Composites Hub Comparison Comparison of modern hubs. |
Hubs | |
| Article | Alternative Shifters Most road bikes today come with integrated brake and shifting levers, or brifters. They are more comfortable and usable than traditional styles. Let's look at some available options. Shifting mechanisms Shifters work by increasing or decreasing the tension on the shift cables to move the derailleur into place. Indexed Indexed shifters click into place and move the derailleur one gear. They allow for precise shifting, but need to be tuned and parts are made for specific speeds and derailleurs. Brifters are all index shifters. Friction Friction shifters just tighten or loosen the cable to shift, you have to adjust it by feel - or by ear if you can hear the chain rubbing. You need to adjust the tension on the shifter to keep the cable from slipping but still allow you to shift, which is why it's called friction shifters. Shifter types These shifter types can use either of the shift mechanisms described above, and some can do both. Downtube shifters These bolt on to braze on mounts on the downtube, or clamp on adapters. One advantage is that you can quickly shift through multiple gears with a quick flick of the lever. However, you have to take your hand off the brake and bars, and can get tedious with frequent adjustments. Stem shifters These are basically downtube shifters, mounted on the handlebar stem. This is more convenient for an upright rider with their hands on top of the bars instead of in the drops. Thumb shifters These are like downtube and stem mounted shifters, but designed for flat bars and positioned to use with flat bar brake levers. Some people are using them today for retro builds or gravel bikes. |
Shifters | |
| Part | Bucklos Wheelset 26" | Wheelset | |
| Part | Klein Bottom Bracket Tool Set | Tools | |
| Inventory Item | Ron Stout 1974 frameset | ||
| Part | Soma track cog | Track cog | |
| Inventory Item | Soma track cog | ||
| Part | KMC S1 Chain | Chain | |
| Part | KMC K1SL Wide Chain | Chain | |
| Inventory Item | KMC K1SL Wide Chain | ||
| Part | Dia Compe BRS 101 Rim Brakes | Rim Brakes | |
| Part | Dia-compe Gold Finger Brake Lever | BMX, Fixed gear | Brake Levers |
| Inventory Item | Dia Compe BRS 101 Rim Brakes | ||
| Inventory Item | Diatech Gold Finger Brake Lever | ||
| Part | Continental Race 28" Tube | Tube | |
| Part | Continental Gatorskin Tire | Tire | |
| Article | Tires and Tubes Tires and tubes are often the last thing considered about a bike, but have a big impact on your ride.TiresConstructionTires have a casing that provides the shape and structure of the tire. There may be a protective layer, and a rubber compound with thread pattern.Different tires have various materials and construction that make them more suitable for certain conditions.TypesTubularTubulars, or sewups have an inner tube sewed into the tire, and are glued onto the rim. These were the original bike tire, and are still used today for racing and cyclocross, as they are lighter and more compliant.ClincherClinchers are the most common type, with inner tubes and rim hooks. They offer the most variety and lowest cost.TubelessTubeless tires seal the air between the tire and the rim. They allow you to run lower tire pressures and avoid pinch flats. There has been new research showing that rolling resistance is not impacted, while increasing compliance. There are a few different rim types for tubeless, with "hookless" becoming the new standard. Some wheels can be converted to run tubeless tires.BeadThe tire bead hooks into grooves in the rim.Non-folding tireNon-folding tires have a rigid wire bead, so they can't be folded. These are slightly heavier than folding tires.Folding tireFolding tire beads are made from kevlar, which is strong but flexible. Folded tires are much more convenient for carrying a spare.HooklessTubeless tires have square hookless beads and must be matched with tubeless ready rims.DirectionTire threads have a rotational direction, which should be specified on the sidewall.TubesMaterialMost tubes are made from rubber. They range in size for various wheels and tires, and thicknesses for protection vs speed.Lightweight tubes made of latex or polyurethane are available for racing.ValveSchrader values are larger, used on old mountain bikes and older or cheaper bikes.Presta valves are used on most road bikes, and modern mountain bikes.Stem lengths vary and you can match a longer or shorter one to your rim depth. |
Tire | |
| Part | Continental Race 28" Supersonic | Tube | |
| Article | Cup and Cone Bearings Bicycles have used cup and cone bearings in rotating parts for generations. Nowadays many parts are replacing them with sealed bearings, which are less servicable but entirely replaceable. Cup and cone bearings are easily maintained, but if parts wear out can be difficult to replace. Maintenance Fresh bearings are packed with grease, but over time moisture and grit can work it's way in. Bottom brackets and wheels can pick up serious dirt that can increase wear on bearings and races. Service bearings periodically to clean out dirt and replace fresh grease. Replacement wheel parts Cones, which thread onto the axle, can become pitted and will need to be replaced. Keeping bearings cleaned and greased is the best way to avoid this. Also, avoid hard impacts like going off curbs. Shimano sells replacement packages with an axle, bearings, cones, and washers. Check the service manual for compatible parts. You may have to go searching for rare parts. Wheels Manufacturing sells generic parts and may have a suitable replacements. |
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| Article | Threaded Axles Axles are often different between the front and back and on different wheels, so check carefully and make sure you get the right one. Brand Diameter Pitch Length Wheels Manufacturing 9mm 26tpi 4.25"/108mm Wheels Manufacturing 9mm 1mm 4.25"/108mm |
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| Part | Shimano XTR M9100 Pedals | Pedals | |
| Part | Shimano Deore XT M8100 Pedals | Pedals | |
| Bookmark | Cannondale 3.0 Series Track | ||
| Listing | Ebay - Shimano XTR FD-M980 Front Derailleur Low clamp 34.9mm | $91.34 | ||
| Bookmark | How to set correct bike seat height | Saddle | |
| Inventory Item | Shimano Deore XT M770 Cassette | ||
| Part | Suntour Superbe Pro Front Derailleur | Front Derailleur | |
| Listing | Ebay - Suntour Front Derailleur Clamp Missing clamp | $69.99 | ||
| Inventory Item | Suntour Superbe Pro Front Derailleur High end vintage part introduced in 1984 to compete with Dura Ace. |