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Hayes® Hydraulic Brake Service

This article will discuss the service and adjustment of Hayes hydraulic disc brake systems.
Posted by Repair in Brake Service and Repair on February 24th, 2006
Tags: Brake, Hydraulic Brakes, Maintenance, Servicing

Disc Brake Mount Facing (IS type) with DT-1

This article will discuss the use the Park Tool DT-1 Disc Brake Mount Facing Tool. The DT-1 is a precision tool system designed to machine disc brake mounts flat, parallel, and in the same plane.
Posted by Repair in Brake Service and Repair on February 22nd, 2006
Tags: Brake, Disc Brakes, Facing

Chain Tension on One Speed Bikes

This article will address the adjusting chain tension on bicycle with a single sprocket in the rear and a single sprocket in front.
Posted by Repair in Chain repair and service on February 21st, 2006
Tags: Adjustment, Chain, Tension

Campagnolo and Fulcrum Ulta Torque Bearing Service

This article will review the bearing service of the Campagnolo and Fulcrum Ultra Torque cranksets.
Posted by Repair in Bottom Brackets on February 10th, 2006
Tags: Bearing, Campagnolo, Maintenance

One-Piece Bottom Bracket Service

This article will discuss service on one-piece crank bottom bracket bearings("Ashtabula").It will also discuss pressing the three-piece cartridge bearings into the Ashtabula bottom bracket shell.
Posted by Repair in Bottom Brackets on January 15th, 2006

Trouble Shooting a Creaky or Noisy Drive Train

This article will discuss trouble shooting noisy drive trains. Creaking and squeaking noises are annoying, and can be a sign of more serious problems. Damage to component parts may result if they are left unattended.
Posted by Repair in Chain repair and service, Miscellaneous Topics, Handlebar, Stem, and Seat Post, Bottom Brackets, Crank Service on January 10th, 2006
Tags: Chain, Crank, Frame, Handlebars, Headset, Pedal, Repair, Saddle, Stem

Handle Bar Tape Wrapping

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Posted by Repair in on August 24th, 2005

Bicycle Packing

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Posted by Repair in on August 24th, 2005

Chain Line

This article with discuss the use of the CLG-2 chainline Gauge and the concept of chainline.
Posted by Repair in Derailleur Systems on August 24th, 2005
Tags: Chain, Chainline, Diagnostics, Hub

Crank Removal of Stripped Extractor Threads

If the removal threads for the crankarm puller in the crankarm are damaged, there is a possible repair. You will need a Bicycle Research TC-8, which is a fluted bolt that cleans the threads. It comes with a pivoting stud to align the tool concentric to the threads.
Posted by Repair in Crank Service on August 24th, 2005
Tags: Crank, Removal, Repair, Threading

Internal Gear Hubs

This article will discuss the adjustment of internal geared hubs. These include SRAM® Dual Drive hubs, and Shimano® 3-speed hubs. Consult the manufacturer for further information. Internal overhaul and service is not covered.
Posted by Repair in Hub Service on August 24th, 2005
Tags: Hub, SRAM, Shimano

Recording Position- road

This article will describe the use of the Road Positioning Chart for competitive road bicycles.
Posted by Repair in Handlebar, Stem, and Seat Post on August 24th, 2005
Tags: Diagnostics, Technical Info

Recording Position- mtb

This article will describe the use of the MTB Positioning Chart for competitive road bicycles.
Posted by Repair in Handlebar, Stem, and Seat Post on August 24th, 2005
Tags: Diagnostics, Technical Info

Gore Ride-On Cable Installation

This article will describe the installation of the Gore® Ride-On® cable system.
Posted by Repair in Brake Service and Repair on February 15th, 2005
Tags: Brake, Cable, Gore, Installation

In-Line Brake Levers (cross levers)

This article will discuss the installation of the in-line brake levers, also referred to as "cross levers."
Posted by Repair in Brake Service and Repair on February 1st, 2005
Tags: Brake, Brake Lever, Installation