6/7 Speed Freewheel To 8/9/10 Speed Cassette Bike Conversion
I upgrade my vintage road bike from 12 speed (2×6) with downtube friction shifters, to 16 speed (2×8) with STI brifters. This process includes expanding the rear triangle (chain stays/seat stays) from 126mm to 130mm between the dropouts so the wider wheel will fit in the dropouts. You only want to do this on a …Read more »
Overhauling Loose Threadless Headset
The headset was so loose that I wouldn’t have been surprised to find missing or loose bearings inside. The bike had been abused and poorly maintained. The forks had been seized. So instead of just tightening up the headset, I decided I should overhaul it. I cleaned it, replaced the bearings, lubricated it with marine …Read more »
How To Overhaul Shimano 333 FA 3-Speed Hub
I show how to disassemble, clean, lube, and re-assemble a Shimano 333 FA three speed hub. I also show how to install the wheel and adjust the shift cable. You can replace the bearings if they need it. In the video I use a Shimano TL-3S20 Ball Cup Removal Tool. I plan to do another …Read more »
Installing Cross/Inline Brake Levers
I show how to install cyclocross/in-line/interrupter brake levers on my DIY homemade cyclocross/gravel bike. These are secondary levers on drop bars that allow the rider easy access to operate the brakes while riding in an upright position, such on rough terrain.
How To Fix Shifter Not Catching/Clicking – Won’t Shift
I show how to easily fix many indexing type shifters that won’t shift. In this case it’s a road bike STI brifter, but it also works for mountain bike trigger shifters as well. Where the shifter just isn’t catching. The pawls get stuck with old grease. I just clean out the old grease with WD-40 …Read more »