cyberknight
As long as I breathe, I attack.
- Location
- Land of confusion
Installed a sora mech to replace the rd 2300 on the virtuoso , i have burnt through 2 of the 2300`s in 3 years .
What Have You Fettled Today?
- Thread starter threebikesmcginty
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- Location
- Shrewsbury, Shropshire
Some of you might recall that my rear light snapped off on a recent ride. Being reluctant to throw things away if they can be fixed I decided I had nothing to lose by attempting a repair.
This design of light has plastic runners which the bike mount slots into. One of these had snapped off when I last used it and glueing it back was not an option as it would not create a strong enough joint. Instead, I took a strip of brass and have bent it to shape to match the original runners. This has been adjusted so it is a snug fit on the mount and fastened on to the lamp body in place of the originals with some car trim tape.
My modified lamp with another of the same design to compare. The strips in the middle are what's left of the old runners.
It fits
and securely enough that I can be confident it's not going to jump off the first time I go over a bump.
This design of light has plastic runners which the bike mount slots into. One of these had snapped off when I last used it and glueing it back was not an option as it would not create a strong enough joint. Instead, I took a strip of brass and have bent it to shape to match the original runners. This has been adjusted so it is a snug fit on the mount and fastened on to the lamp body in place of the originals with some car trim tape.
My modified lamp with another of the same design to compare. The strips in the middle are what's left of the old runners.
It fits
and securely enough that I can be confident it's not going to jump off the first time I go over a bump.
derrick
The Glue that binds us together.
- Location
- On the edge of London
New handle bar tape, gone for white 3T tape bike looks like new again. the original tape lasted just under two years got a bit gruby.
Also fitted the tittanium bolts to the stem, rusty bolts now gone.
Also fitted the tittanium bolts to the stem, rusty bolts now gone.
potsy
Rambler
- Location
- My Armchair
Sillyoldman
Guru
And my Surly. Lovely
I fitted new pads in my rear caliper the other day and I have been unable to get the adjustment correct. They either rub the disc or have to be backed off so far they may as well not be there. Determined to sort it out today I spent a while trawling the internet reading every instructional I could find. Eventually it penetrated my brain where I had gone wrong. I wielded the allen keys and 15 minutes later the brake was perfect. Previously I didn't realise I needed to slacken the caliper fixing screws, and to screw both pad adjusters right in to clamp the rotor and centre the caliper. Then tighten the fixing screws and adjust the pads to give 0.3mm clearance and Robert is my father's brother.
MickeyBlueEyes
Eat, Sleep, Ride, Repeat.
- Location
- Derbyshire
No major fettling, just spent time getting rid of the last weeks worth of commuting grime, now shines like a good 'un. Disappointed in how long my new blocks are not lasting 
will be going back to Koolstop next weekend methinks.
will be going back to Koolstop next weekend methinks.
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Swapped the original headset on my road bike for a FSA sealed bearing jobbie, and took 20mm of the steerer tube whilst the front end was in bits.
All without having to resort to buying the vast overpriced special tools that bike shops try to sell you. Removal tool was made out of a £4.99 cheapo seat post from Halfords, and 5 mins cutting slots with a hacksaw... and the installation tool is a £1.99 ebay jobbie. Both worked perfectly
MTB gets the same treatment tomorrow night
All without having to resort to buying the vast overpriced special tools that bike shops try to sell you. Removal tool was made out of a £4.99 cheapo seat post from Halfords, and 5 mins cutting slots with a hacksaw... and the installation tool is a £1.99 ebay jobbie. Both worked perfectly
MTB gets the same treatment tomorrow night
Psycolist
NINJA BYKALIST
- Location
- North Essex
Not so much as a fettle, as a prepare to fettle. My utility bike has needed new headset bearings for a while now, while shopping around for a suitable replacement, found ChainReaction selling a brand new Cane Creek headset for a fiver. Yes, a five pound note, that included the P+P. Recieved it today and even though it seemed too good to be true, the jobs a good'n. Will be fitting that at the weekend ! I shall be using Ffoegs method of removal, and a couple of wooden blocks and a rubber mallet and G-clamp for fitting. 
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Deleted member 23692
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It looks like it's headset week Nice bargain on yours too.
Just did the MTB headset. So that's both done and now I've a free night tomorrow!
Nice bargain on yours too. Just did the MTB headset. So that's both done and now I've a free night tomorrow!
Buzzinonbikes
Senior Member
- Location
- Manchester
Fitted the crown race to my new fork with a piece of 32mm PVC pipe. Wasn't gonna spend £30 odd for a 'proper tool'. Done a nice job. Was quite interesting cycling home with a 2m piece of the stuff mind!
G3CWI
Veteran
- Location
- Macclesfield
Sprung seat post on hybrid has been squeeking like a bed in a cheap hotel for years. Decided to investigate. Not obvious how to get it apart but filling it with chain saw oil has done the trick for now...
G3CWI
Veteran
- Location
- Macclesfield
New rear wheel fitted to potential commuter bike. Needs new cables next.
Psycolist
NINJA BYKALIST
- Location
- North Essex
Just cum in from the workshop after having a GOOOOOD fettling session. I've not been happy with the bottom bracket bearings on my utility bike for a couple of months now, but not using it every day, or even every week, it tends to get forgotten, until I next take it out. Anyway, took off the crank arms and removed the sealed unit that had been feeling notchy and have replaced it with good old fashioned cups and caged bearings. Not had a proper ride out, but just around the town, it felt brand new. Very pleased with the outcome and fettle therapy has made me feel good too.
