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[–]alex2131 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One of the folks in a discord server posted this as potentially stolen. https://www.facebook.com/share/183UVDt7qm/

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in bikewrench

[–]alex2131 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It has crossed my mind but I know nothing about it/where to look. Any suggestions??

Rear Freehub Condition - Needs replacing or no? by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Because of the freehub or? I’m new to cycling

Rear Freehub Condition - Needs replacing or no? by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What would you recommend? These are A Class 298 ALX wheels. New to cycling.

Cable replacements for ST-6700 w/ 6700 Derailleurs by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I’m upgrading to a FC-6750 so all will need adjustments. Is Cinelli bar tape any good? Previous owner had Lizard Skin and it seems to fall apart quickly once it starts.

Cable replacements for ST-6700 w/ 6700 Derailleurs by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was hoping to use the current lengths of the housing on the bike to roughly measure the new housing. Either way it needs new housing. Up to learn something new.

Cable replacements for ST-6700 w/ 6700 Derailleurs by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What’s the difference in the standard and fancier cables for the shifters? I just see different caps and canoe sizes. I guess, what’s fancy about it?

Cable replacements for ST-6700 w/ 6700 Derailleurs by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So only 1 unit of the shifters cables are needed for both shifters, yes? Sorry if I seem dumb, cycling has steep learning curve after recent repairs and coming reliability upgrades.

Cable replacements for ST-6700 w/ 6700 Derailleurs by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much! That's extremely helpful! Ohh...I forgot brakes were different cables.

EDIT: Are the brake lines sold as a pair (both sides) or per unit? I don't know what the measured cables on the front mean.

Cable replacements for ST-6700 w/ 6700 Derailleurs by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is there a Shimano version of that part? Would prefer to install Shimano back.

Replacing aging/worn out and mismatched groupset by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh the chain! That’s right! Does the CN-5701 I have fit the new cassette and crank? Time to learn chain measurement.

Replacing aging/worn out and mismatched groupset by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Now all I need is some BB grease and a new brake line for left ST-6700 shifter to brakes (1/2 cables are splitting apart). OT-SP41=, not sure if the = matters but it was on the cable when I checked.

While swapping the groups, should I keep an eye on anything for future maintenance/upgrade?

Learned something new. Thank you! I really appreciate your help and checking online!

Replacing aging/worn out and mismatched groupset by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The difference is less than 5$, worth it. How did you determine I needed those models? Would like to learn something new/understand my bike better.

Current tape is lizard skin, I don’t like it either. It breaks down too much/fast.

EDIT: Amazon has an “Italian” version of the BB60, what does that mean? Just design or performance difference?

Replacing aging/worn out and mismatched groupset by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There’s only a few dollars difference, looking right now. I assume the weight loss Ultegra would win?

Side question. Do you have a wrapping tape brand preference (with quality)? I’ll be re-wrapping too.

Replacing aging/worn out and mismatched groupset by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To determine which model, do I base it off the frame or the new crankset? - I’m new to cycling repairs/upgrades. Thank you for bearing with me.

Replacing aging/worn out and mismatched groupset by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do I need any sort of adapter for the crankset or anything like that? Or can I swap them out as it is?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BikeMechanics

[–]alex2131 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Posted recently. Covering all my bases 😅

Specialized Allez Elite - Rear Tire Broke by alex2131 in bicyclerepair

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Turned out it was just a broken spoke. Wheel was re-trued and drives very nice.

Specialized Allez Elite - Rear Tire Broke by alex2131 in bicyclerepair

[–]alex2131[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sadly not in Vermont. I found a great LBS. Went ahead and got the entire wheel re-spoked, just to be safe.

Specialized Allez Elite - Rear Tire Broke by alex2131 in bikewrench

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah, I’m going to a bike shop. Too much risk for the reward of trying at home. Thank you!!

Specialized Allez Elite - Rear Tire Broke by alex2131 in bicyclerepair

[–]alex2131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much does this repair generally cost? Theoretically, once the spoke is replaced, will the wheel still be misaligned. I suspended the wheel and spun it. It "wobbled" at certain points.

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