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I have a road bike that I plan to completely overhaul soon. Over the years, and with several bikes, I have overhauled most every component, but have never managed to do this for an entire bike, start to finish. Is there an optimal sequence for a bike overhaul? Or does it matter? |
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I normally don't post "here is a link" answers - but I have two overhaul checklist links that are great, and typing the full sequence would take forever... The first is from United Bicycle Institute (checklist PDF link) - UBI is one of the premier US bike mechanics schools. The other from the A Convenient Cycle blog and is for those that want a text based checklist they can cut, paste and modify. |
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I usually start by stripping a frame down. I'll leave the cables on if I'm not going that far but at least take the headset apart and take out the BB. Once I get it that far I'll finish off the frame then move on to the wheels. Pull out the bearings and check the balls, get new ones if needed and re-pack the hubs. I also clean the cassette at this point since it's mostly apart. I've never had pedals that required a rebuild but I guess I'd do it after I put the cranks back on. Then put it back together. |
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