Posts By: RJ The Bike Guy
Fixing Rear Dropout With Axle Slot Bent/Stretched Open Wide
I got a great deal on a bike frame, but the right rear dropout had been bent leaving the dropout slot wider. The seller said it had it had been caused by chain wrap. But the frame was steel, so I was pretty sure I could straighten it. It also appeared the derailleur hanger might …Read more »
Landrider Auto Shift Rear Derailleur – How It Works (Auto Shifting Bike)
I show how a Landrider Auto Shift rear derailleur automatically shifts gears by itself. It’s a clever device that does automatic shifting based on the speed of the bike. When the rear wheel starts spinning faster, the dereailleur automatically shifts to a smaller cog/higher gear. It’s like an automatic transmission for a bike. FAQ: Where …Read more »
Sturmey Archer Front Wheel Dynohub Overhaul (60+ years old)
I overhaul a Sturmey Archer Dynohub on the front wheel of my 1954 Indian Scout bike. I am guessing it’s a GH8 or GH6. Disassemble, clean, lube, new bearings, re-assemble. The number 753 appears on the hub which I assume is a date code of 7/1953. A Sturmey Archer Dynohub is a wheel hub that …Read more »
Straightening Bent Seat Stays On A Bike Frame
I show how to straighten a bent seat stay on my vintage Bob Jackson bicycle frame. Only attempt this on a steel frame. Do not try this on an aluminum, titanium, or carbon fiber bike frame. Steel bends different than those metals. Do not use heat. I still have a small dent which I am …Read more »
Bike Tools – The Tools I Use To Repair/Update/Restore Bikes
I often get asked about my bike tools. People want to see them. Where do I get them. Can I recommend a set of bike tools. These are a lot of the tools that I use to repair, update, and restore bikes. It includes general purpose tools, vintage bicycle tools, homemade tools, etc.