Tips n Trix

[MattiThundrrr]

Pondo also shared his tubafore method

This is how I like to set mine up.

"You can see I have a 2x under the bottom bracket shell and a 4x under the top of the seat post tube for support. Then position the long 2x4 to where it's just under the dropout for max leverage.

Before I make any adjustments I measure the distance between the dropouts. Then I kind of bounce on the end of the 2x4, in a controlled manner, a few times and measure again. When I've got it spread half way to the new dimension I flip the frame over and do the other side. You might do the string to check for alignment 1st as one side may need more adjusting than the other.

If you need to bring it back in a little you can just set up your lever under the bottom dropout and use the same process."

Lol he also gives a bit of warning:
"You don't want to go back and forth too much like I did with this frame. On already weak tubing it can make it weaker. I wasn't worried about it on this old frame. It's a 24" and I plan to replace the rear triangle with a 26" at some point. I've had to do some rear triangle adjusting on most of my build off frames so far and this method works pretty well for me."

 

[MattiThundrrr]

@BDC provided a helpful chart. Download, print, and hang on the wall of every workshop.

 

[Kevin B]

Made a tire repair station. I like a bucket and putting the wheel on it's side to do tire work. I've been stacking two buckets to have it at a comfortable work level. Found this plant stand on the roadside and made upper and lower platforms. Bolted a bucket to the top one. Bolted a steel organizer to the side.

I store my tubes and rim strips inside.

With the lid off the wheel lays very secure.

I keep a spray bottle of soapy water, stem core remover , valve caps and stems along with other tire tools.

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Thanks for sharing. That's a sweet setup, really nice workstation. Only suggestion I could make, is a magnetised tray in the bucket, above the stored tubes, to catch any dropped bearings (if you plan to do hub work on there)

 

[Kevin B]

Thanks for sharing. That's a sweet setup, really nice workstation. Only suggestion I could make, is a magnetised tray in the bucket, above the stored tubes, to catch any dropped bearings (if you plan to do hub work on there)

I've been throwing a towel in there to catch items. Your idea would be much better.

I was looking in thrift shops for a round tubular stool but then saw this planter stand thrown out.

 

[SwissGuy]

"These Things" don't come cheap, but might be useful enough for some of us to spend 35 bucks a piece on it...

Get them here: https://www.houseoflooptail.com/store/p/style-03-g2rtt-lr2bz

 

[Chad T]

"These Things" don't come cheap, but might be useful enough for some of us to spend 35 bucks a piece on it...
Get them here: https://www.houseoflooptail.com/store/p/style-03-g2rtt-lr2bz

There are cheaper ones out ther but those are super sweet!

https://www.amazon.com/Jagwire-Inli...cphy=9193572&hvtargid=pla-2281435178298&psc=1

 

[RustySprockets]

If you're interested in functionality over appearance, then these are even cheaper.

https://www.amazon.com/Bicycle-Adju...&pd_rd_r=8bc219b6-d28f-4227-9363-9aae5828927f

 

[Kevin B]

Thanks for sharing. That's a sweet setup, really nice workstation. Only suggestion I could make, is a magnetised tray in the bucket, above the stored tubes, to catch any dropped bearings (if you plan to do hub work on there)

I cut down another 5 gal. Bucket and made a catch all. Thanks for the idea.

 

[Kevin B]

This is a factory defect coaster hub. I pondered what I could use it for other than scrap. If you open the holes to 1/8" (barely requires any material removal with a 1/8" bit), you can use it to have motor tool bits and burrs ready to use on your bench.

 

[musclebikemadman]

Pondo also shared his tubafore method

"You can see I have a 2x under the bottom bracket shell and a 4x under the top of the seat post tube for support. Then position the long 2x4 to where it's just under the dropout for max leverage.
View attachment 280999Before I make any adjustments I measure the distance between the dropouts. Then I kind of bounce on the end of the 2x4, in a controlled manner, a few times and measure again. When I've got it spread half way to the new dimension I flip the frame over and do the other side. You might do the string to check for alignment 1st as one side may need more adjusting than the other.

If you need to bring it back in a little you can just set up your lever under the bottom dropout and use the same process."
View attachment 281000
Lol he also gives a bit of warning:
"You don't want to go back and forth too much like I did with this frame. On already weak tubing it can make it weaker. I wasn't worried about it on this old frame. It's a 24" and I plan to replace the rear triangle with a 26" at some point. I've had to do some rear triangle adjusting on most of my build off frames so far and this method works pretty well for me."

Absolutely love this method, very glad I stumbled on it.

 

[Captain Awesome]

 

[BDC]

My most commonly used RRB wisdom is that both pedals wind toward the front of the bike to install and to the rear to remove.

 

[RustySprockets]

My most commonly used RRB wisdom is that both pedals wind toward the front of the bike to install and to the rear to remove.

PEDAL HAIKU
To the rear loosens;
To the front tightens, thusly.
Both sides are the same..​

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Bicycle mechanic's haiku:

The weekend is here
Bicycles need ruining
Oily fingers soon


By Benjabbi

 

[BDC]

I don’t much enjoy a Haiku.
A device I’d rather eschew.
I prefer the trick
Of a glib limerick
Because it’s easier to do.

 

[BDC]

Off topic - but one from the legendary Mr John Cooper Clarke:

 

[MattiThundrrr]

The forum won't allow a title change to the thread, but I'm very fine with this turning into the "Tips n Trix n Poetry Corner"

 

[MattiThundrrr]

Running a 48h coaster on the rear of this and want a more robust brake bracket

"Stainless bracket for a boats bimini top. Hinged so it can be clamped around the chain stay. Added a small strip of inner tube underneath to keep it tight, protect the paint

Just had to open the coaster hole up slightly

Figured I’d pass along for those looking for a better option than the cheap straps

And only $7 for marine grade stainless"

Great stuff, Cap'n