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Frame Alignment

This article will discuss frame alignment and the use of the Frame Alignment Gauge FAG-2.
Posted by Repair in Frame & Fork Tools on January 25th, 2010
Tags: Alignment, Frame, Repair

Seized Seatposts and Stems

This article will review the removal of seized seat posts and stems
Posted by Repair in Handlebar, Stem, and Seat Post on July 23rd, 2009
Tags: Repair, Seatpost, Stem

Inner Tube Repair

This article will discuss the patching of bicycle inner tubes. Both the pre-glued patches and the vulcanizing patches will be reviewed.
Posted by Repair in Tire and Inner Tube Service on October 31st, 2008
Tags: Repair, Tire, Tube

Tubeless Tire Mounting and Repair

This article will discuss tubeless tires.
Posted by Repair in Tire and Inner Tube Service on October 31st, 2008
Tags: Installation, Repair, Tire, Tubeless Tire

Removal of Cranks with Damaged Threads (square type only)

This article will discuss how to remove square type cranks with damaged threads.
Posted by Repair in Crank Service on May 29th, 2007
Tags: Crank, Repair, Threading

Freewheel- destructive removal

This article will discuss removing freewheels that have no removal tool option. This will be useful if the wheel is to be re-used, but it will effectively destroy the freewheel.
Posted by Repair in Cassette and Freewheel Service on December 21st, 2006
Tags: Freewheel, Repair

Tight Link Repair

This article will discuss loosening a tight link on a derailleur chain.
Posted by Repair in Chain repair and service on August 24th, 2006
Tags: Chain, Derailleur, Repair

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

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