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Chain Length Sizing

This article will discuss sizing derailleur chain to length.
Posted by Repair in Chain repair and service, Derailleur Systems on March 7th, 2010
Tags: Chain, Installation, Technical Info

Headset Standards

This article will discuss the various headset types and standards found on modern bikes.
Posted by Repair in Headset Service on August 26th, 2009
Tags: Headset, Technical Info

External Bearing Crank Systems (Hollowtech II, MegaeXo, Giga X Pipe, X-type, Campagnolo Ultra Torque)

This article will discuss service of external bearing cranks systems.
Posted by Repair in Bottom Brackets, Crank Service on May 21st, 2009
Tags: Campagnolo, FSA, Giga X Pipe, Hollowtech, Installation, MegaeXo, Race Face, SRAM, Shimano, Technical Info, Truvativ, X-type

Replacement Clamp Covers

This article will review replacement jaw clamp covers. There are several clamp covers available depending upon the model and generation of your stand.
Posted by Repair in Tool and Repair Stand Service on May 5th, 2009
Tags: Clamp Covers, Repair Stand, Technical Info

Pedal Retension System and Cleats

This article will discuss the various foot retention options for the bicycle.
Posted by Repair in Pedal Service on April 14th, 2009
Tags: Cleats, Pedal, Shoes, Technical Info, Toe Clip

Road Positioning Chart

This article will describe the use of the Road Positioning Chart for competitive road bicycles. A similar article for MTB bikes is at MTB Bike Positioning.
Posted by Repair in Miscellaneous Topics on March 31st, 2009
Tags: Cleats, Crank, Handlebars, Pedal, Saddle, Shoes, Technical Info

MTB Positioning Chart

This article will describe the use of the MTB Positioning Chart for competitive road bicycles.
Posted by Repair in Miscellaneous Topics on March 31st, 2009
Tags: Cleats, Crank, Handlebars, Pedal, Saddle, Shoes, Technical Info

Basic Thread Concepts

This article will discuss the basics of threaded fasteners and fastener tightening. The use of chemical thread-lockers will also be discussed. Understanding basic concepts regarding fasteners and threads will improve the skill and knowledge of any mechanic.
Posted by Repair in Miscellaneous Topics on May 23rd, 2008
Tags: Technical Info

Bicycle Mechanic Languages Spreadsheet

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Posted by Repair in Miscellaneous Topics on April 3rd, 2008
Tags: Foreign Languages, Technical Info

Wheel Tension Measurement

This article reviews the use of the TM-1 Spoke Tension Meter.
Posted by Repair in Wheel and Rim Service on January 22nd, 2008
Tags: Adjustment, Spoke, Technical Info, Wheel

Chainline Concepts

This article with discuss the use of the CLG-2 chainline Gauge and the concept of chainline.
Posted by Repair in Frame & Fork Tools on November 2nd, 2007
Tags: Cassette, Chain, Cogs, Technical Info

Ceramic Bearings

This article will discuss the specifications and proper servicing of ceramic bearings.
Posted by Repair in Hub Service on May 8th, 2007
Tags: Bearing, Cartridge, Grease, Servicing, Technical Info

Digital Caliper Use

This article will discuss the use of the Park Tool Digital Caliper DC-1.
Posted by Repair in Tool and Repair Stand Service on November 24th, 2006
Tags: Technical Info

Housing Length

This article will discuss the cutting and sizing of both brake and derailleur housing.
Posted by Repair in Brake Service and Repair on April 6th, 2006
Tags: Cable, Technical Info

TCC: Tension Conversion Calculator for TM-1

This page is a re-introduction of the Tension Conversion Calculator (TCC), a spreadsheet tool for assistance in wheel truing. To appreciate the TCC, you should first become familiar with the TM-1.
Posted by Repair in Wheel and Rim Service on March 2nd, 2006
Tags: Spoke, Technical Info, Truing, Wheel

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