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 comment Should I remove the chain before installing new rear derailleur?
And, if your chain didn't come with one, buy one of these. chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=871
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 comment how to pump up schrader valve bike?
Do you mean presta? Schraders have either 1 or 0 nuts.
May
16
 comment Italian bottom bracket Shimano BB-6400 fixed cup tightening - what tool?
That's why I didn't add it as an answer, but it's a very common method. Just be careful :P
May
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 comment Italian bottom bracket Shimano BB-6400 fixed cup tightening - what tool?
An easy way to tighten a fixed cup is to clamp it in a vice and turn the frame.
May
13
 comment Rear derailleur hits spokes when switching to largest sprocket
Can we see a photo of the frame where the derailleur attaches? With and without the new derailleur.
May
13
 reviewed No Action Needed Why don't brakes come with 'Safety Levers' any more?
May
13
 reviewed No Action Needed What are the possible upgrades to a 95' Cannondale M900?
May
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 reviewed No Action Needed Why don't brakes come with 'Safety Levers' any more?
May
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 reviewed No Action Needed Formula to calculate Single Speed Chain Length from Chainring Size, Cog Size, and Chainstay Length
May
5
 comment How do I remove the freewheel side of a flip flop hub?
Oh yeah, I can see it if i tilt my laptop screen. Edited. Cheers.
May
5
 revised How do I remove the freewheel side of a flip flop hub?
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May
3
 comment Chain guard for a belt-drive bike?
Tuck your trousers into your socks?
May
2
 answered What torque for caliper brakes onto carbon-alloy forks?
May
1
 comment How do I remove the freewheel side of a flip flop hub?
The tool connects with the two rectangular holes on the outside face of the freewheel. The FR2 is on the first page I linked to.
Apr
29
 comment How do I tighten up my headset?
+1 for strap wrench. I wouldn't like to use anything else for fear of warping the top race.
Apr
29
 comment Cannot raise V-brake blocks high enough to align with wheel rim
Have you changed the wheels from 26" to 700c?
Apr
29
 revised How do I remove the freewheel side of a flip flop hub?
added 602 characters in body
Apr
29
 answered How do I tighten up my headset?
Apr
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 answered How do I remove the freewheel side of a flip flop hub?
Apr
28
 comment How do I tighten up my headset?
Can we have a photo? There should be 2 places you can get a (thin) spanner on.
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