All Discussions Tagged 'repair' - The Chainlink2024-03-29T00:23:40Zhttps://thechainlink.org/forum/topic/listForTag?tag=repair&feed=yes&xn_auth=noBike Repair Stand Locationstag:thechainlink.org,2019-10-05:2211490:Topic:11298852019-10-05T14:43:48.285ZKenneth C. Goetzhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/KennethCGoetz
<p>Please help by posting public repair stations you may know about. One is in front of Fresh Thyme located on Elston just north of Fullerton. Another is on the IIT Illinois Tech campus at the Student Center, 33rd St and State St. Any others?</p>
<p>Please help by posting public repair stations you may know about. One is in front of Fresh Thyme located on Elston just north of Fullerton. Another is on the IIT Illinois Tech campus at the Student Center, 33rd St and State St. Any others?</p> It may be the end of summer but potholes are forever. Should you repair them if the city has missed your route?tag:thechainlink.org,2015-08-31:2211490:Topic:9413192015-08-31T19:47:10.340ZYasmeenhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/YasmeenSchuller
<p>In a nutshell, NO.</p>
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<p><em>Bicycling Magazine</em> has a lawyer weigh in the issues with DIY pothole repairs...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bicycling.com/rides/laws/should-cyclists-fix-potholes-themselves" target="_blank">http://www.bicycling.com/rides/laws/should-cyclists-fix-potholes-themselves…</a></p>
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<p>In a nutshell, NO.</p>
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<p><em>Bicycling Magazine</em> has a lawyer weigh in the issues with DIY pothole repairs...</p>
<p><a href="http://www.bicycling.com/rides/laws/should-cyclists-fix-potholes-themselves" target="_blank">http://www.bicycling.com/rides/laws/should-cyclists-fix-potholes-themselves</a></p>
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<p></p> Bike Dislodged from CTA bus rack on LSDtag:thechainlink.org,2015-01-23:2211490:Topic:8820642015-01-23T00:40:05.905ZDaniel Lewishttps://thechainlink.org/profile/DanielLewis
<div class="discussion"><div class="description"><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Today, at approximately 11am, I was on a 146 express from my Uptown neighborhood to downtown. Upon exiting LSD the driver came to an absolute stop at a decent speed, making the people on an almost full accordion-style bus dominoes, to a degree.</p>
<p>He then yelled, "Who has the bike?", very assertively. After a shout or two I yelled back,</p>
<p>"I did. With it clamped in properly, why!?" I very knew what had…</p>
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<div class="discussion"><div class="description"><div class="xg_user_generated"><p>Today, at approximately 11am, I was on a 146 express from my Uptown neighborhood to downtown. Upon exiting LSD the driver came to an absolute stop at a decent speed, making the people on an almost full accordion-style bus dominoes, to a degree.</p>
<p>He then yelled, "Who has the bike?", very assertively. After a shout or two I yelled back,</p>
<p>"I did. With it clamped in properly, why!?" I very knew what had probably happened.</p>
<p>Upon getting to the front of the bus, I was going explain to him how I put it on correctly before he began a 30-second, high-decibel berating of me in front of the full bus (I wish I had asked for a witness testimony). After letting him release his absolute nervous-negative energy, I said, "Well, let's step outside and have a look."</p>
<p>This is what we discovered, to which he immediately apologized and said, "ok ok it's not your fault. It's not my fault, it's the CTA's fault." Well....you're the one wearing the CTA badge, buddy. Anyways, I reserved the multitude of comments I wanted to make, went back onto the bus, made an announcement to the people on the bus to the effect of, "ladies and gentleman, there was a mechanical failure on the bike rack holding my bike and it appears we are going to be a little delayed. I apologize if this makes you late for work, or a meeting. I am personally going to miss an audition now myself!."</p>
<p>^^^^These are all paraphrases, but retain the purpose and truth of the original statements.</p>
<p>I quickly exited again, and immediately took videos and pictures. Check them out. They're all attached. Also, notice how in the longer video I say it's no ones fault and the driver says, "It's the CTA's fault." He didn't mean himself, of course. Just the people responsible. Who, the mechanics??</p>
<p>Oh yea, and look at this:</p>
<p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/so-i-was-having-a-great-day">http://www.thechainlink.org/forum/topics/so-i-was-having-a-great-day</a></p>
<p>Same thing.</p>
<p>They say to use the racks at your own risk. I get that, but do they not simply check the racks each morning before the bus is used? Shouldn't that be on their rounds?</p>
<p>So for all I know this bus is now riding around with another bike, waiting to be dislodged and hit another car? A pedestrian? Absolutely unsafe. I called claims three times thus far and I don't anticipate a response any time soon.</p>
<p>I did not foresee this happening when I PROPERLY fixed my bike to the holder. Also, if it wasn't properly fixed (which it was properly fixed, this is purely just to make a point) the driver didn't notice it and have me fix it from Buena until Michigan Ave.? Hmmm. Can't wait until some jackass doesn't actually properly put it on and it comes off ON ACTUAL LSD, as opposed to the exit (thankful for that).</p>
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</div> Bucephalus Bikes seeks experienced mechanic.tag:thechainlink.org,2014-03-03:2211490:Topic:8004872014-03-03T17:29:47.481ZAlex Anonhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/AlexAnon
<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96818872?profile=original" target="_self"><img class="align-left" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96818872?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="250"></img></a> <strong>If you are looking for meaningful and fulfilling employment</strong>, contact us directly for an interview. <a href="http://www.oxbikes.com" target="_blank">www.oxbikes.com</a></p>
<p><strong>The applicant must be:</strong></p>
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<li>Passionate about cycling</li>
<li>Responsible, reliable, and receptive</li>
<li>Attentive and capable of demonstrating excellent…</li>
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<p><a href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96818872?profile=original" target="_self"><img width="250" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96818872?profile=RESIZE_320x320" width="250" class="align-left"/></a><strong>If you are looking for meaningful and fulfilling employment</strong>, contact us directly for an interview. <a href="http://www.oxbikes.com" target="_blank">www.oxbikes.com</a></p>
<p><strong>The applicant must be:</strong></p>
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<li>Passionate about cycling</li>
<li>Responsible, reliable, and receptive</li>
<li>Attentive and capable of demonstrating excellent service and attention for all cyclists</li>
<li>A skilled mechanic with experience maintaining and repairing bicycles of various vintage</li>
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<p>This is a great opportunity to work in a productive and unpretentious environment. <br/>Bucephalus Bikes is a vibrant neighborhood shop located in Evanston across from beautiful Penny Park. </p>
<p>If you are interested in working for a mom-and-pop-type shop that is honestly excited about helping people enjoy their bicycles, do not miss this chance.</p>
<p>If you think that you will enjoy “wrenching” under natural light, and a friendly atmosphere, come help us improve and together spread the benefits that the bicycle can provide.</p>
<p>Come join our team.</p> Place for steel frame repair? Or advice.tag:thechainlink.org,2013-05-01:2211490:Topic:6740652013-05-01T23:14:01.310ZRenee Pattenhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/ReneePatten653
<p>I was in a collision recently & my normal bike shop's mechanic is telling me my eighties Bass Frame & front fork are not repairable or fixable because of damage to my frame at the head set from the hit.</p>
<p>They told me this when I went in to get a new front fork, which has been bent for a while, and they are saying due to separation on the frame (I can't see it) the fork cannot be replaced. </p>
<p>The bike has sentimental meaning & I want some other opinions on the damage…</p>
<p>I was in a collision recently & my normal bike shop's mechanic is telling me my eighties Bass Frame & front fork are not repairable or fixable because of damage to my frame at the head set from the hit.</p>
<p>They told me this when I went in to get a new front fork, which has been bent for a while, and they are saying due to separation on the frame (I can't see it) the fork cannot be replaced. </p>
<p>The bike has sentimental meaning & I want some other opinions on the damage & my options before moving forward with a new bike. Attached some pictures just for the hell of it. </p>
<p>I am willing to pay for frame repair but don't know where to go for help.</p>
<p>Anyone? </p> Getting Classytag:thechainlink.org,2012-12-10:2211490:Topic:6251162012-12-10T20:38:54.957ZDoug Hayneshttps://thechainlink.org/profile/DougHaynes
<p>Hey ya'll, I'm going to be doing free Sunday morning classes at Rapid Transit on North Ave.</p>
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<p>The first one is this Sunday at 10 and will cover basic bike maintenance and such. Future classes will be determined based on community interest and things I feel like teaching.</p>
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<p>If you are interested in coming to a class please contact me here or respond to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/426613050739638/" target="_blank">Ye Olde Facebook…</a></p>
<p>Hey ya'll, I'm going to be doing free Sunday morning classes at Rapid Transit on North Ave.</p>
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<p>The first one is this Sunday at 10 and will cover basic bike maintenance and such. Future classes will be determined based on community interest and things I feel like teaching.</p>
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<p>If you are interested in coming to a class please contact me here or respond to <a href="http://www.facebook.com/events/426613050739638/" target="_blank">Ye Olde Facebook Event</a>.</p>
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<p>Hi</p>
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<p>Does anyone have experience dealing with these?</p>
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<p>Sheldon was a bit helpful, but I need some more assistance.</p>
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<p>I was cleaning up a recent used 80s mtn bike find and I removed the non adjustable side of the rear u brake to investigate why it was not springing back- and now I cannot seem to get it back together.</p>
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<p>I can see how the spring fits in both of the holes with the allen bolt holding it all together, with the dust cover on…</p>
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<p>Does anyone have experience dealing with these?</p>
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<p>Sheldon was a bit helpful, but I need some more assistance.</p>
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<p>I was cleaning up a recent used 80s mtn bike find and I removed the non adjustable side of the rear u brake to investigate why it was not springing back- and now I cannot seem to get it back together.</p>
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<p>I can see how the spring fits in both of the holes with the allen bolt holding it all together, with the dust cover on top.</p>
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<p>Does anyone have any tips that may help?</p>
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<p>Thanks in advance, I owe you a PBR.</p>
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<p>RB</p> Bike workstand. Any advice?tag:thechainlink.org,2012-02-24:2211490:Topic:5159112012-02-24T00:51:46.155ZdaWillinChihttps://thechainlink.org/profile/JustWill
<p>I wanted something to hold my bike while I'm working/repairing it, instead of having it turned sideways or upside-down.</p>
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<p>Any thoughts on which you've used before? Why?</p>
<p>I wanted something to hold my bike while I'm working/repairing it, instead of having it turned sideways or upside-down.</p>
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<p>Any thoughts on which you've used before? Why?</p> Repairing cracks in steel chain staystag:thechainlink.org,2011-09-14:2211490:Topic:4472982011-09-14T03:41:00.860ZTom Rhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/TomR
<p>Hey all,</p>
<p>I am new to the Chicagoland area and am bringing a bike problem with me: I was given an old steel road bike and have been trying to restore it, and after stripping the components and starting to sand the paint off I noticed that one chain stay has a 1 cm crack in it and the other has a 1 cm crack with a small hole the size of a pencil eraser (it looks like someone forcibly removed a brazed on kickstand). I don't want to keep working on it only to find out later that it is…</p>
<p>Hey all,</p>
<p>I am new to the Chicagoland area and am bringing a bike problem with me: I was given an old steel road bike and have been trying to restore it, and after stripping the components and starting to sand the paint off I noticed that one chain stay has a 1 cm crack in it and the other has a 1 cm crack with a small hole the size of a pencil eraser (it looks like someone forcibly removed a brazed on kickstand). I don't want to keep working on it only to find out later that it is unsafe. Does anyone know if, once repaired, it is still safe to ride? And, any ideas who does these kinds of repairs in the area? I have contacted a few local bikes shops in the Arlington Heights/Schaumburg/Mt. Prospect area and none know of any framebuilders or welders that could take a look at it. Any advice?</p>
<p>Thanks!</p>
<p>Tom<a target="_self" href="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96779209?profile=original"><img width="750" class="align-full" src="http://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/96779209?profile=RESIZE_1024x1024" width="750"/></a></p> Local wheel building?tag:thechainlink.org,2011-07-30:2211490:Topic:3951932011-07-30T16:51:54.555Zambimbhttps://thechainlink.org/profile/ambimb
<p>Can anyone recommend a local LBS or mechanic who can build a good wheel? I have an old 26" wheel built around a Nexus 7-speed hub. The wheel just can't seem to hold true anymore after about 10 years of pretty hard use, but the hub is fine. I'd like to take the old wheel to someone and have them remove the hub and then build it into a new wheel, preferably something with 36 or more spokes so it will be bulletproof. (I'm a heavy guy and I ride this wheel daily w/loaded commuting panniers.) I'm…</p>
<p>Can anyone recommend a local LBS or mechanic who can build a good wheel? I have an old 26" wheel built around a Nexus 7-speed hub. The wheel just can't seem to hold true anymore after about 10 years of pretty hard use, but the hub is fine. I'd like to take the old wheel to someone and have them remove the hub and then build it into a new wheel, preferably something with 36 or more spokes so it will be bulletproof. (I'm a heavy guy and I ride this wheel daily w/loaded commuting panniers.) I'm tired of broken spokes every couple of months and having to get the wheel trued all the time. So, any suggestions? </p>