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 »
How To Cut Handlebars Shorter On A Mountain Bike
I wanted some shorter length handlebars on my mountain bike for the XC type riding I do. So while I was at it, I decided to make a video of how to shorten handlebars. This is for ALUMINUM handlebars! Do not do this with CARBON FIBER handlebars! The pipe cutter cost Less than $4 at …Read more »
How To Remove Rust From Tools
I show an easy way to clean rusty tools. I bought these tools cheap at a thrift shop. I looked for the rustiest tools they had for this demo. Soaking the tools in apple cider for a week completely removed the rust from most of the tools. To keep them from rusting again, I coated …Read more »
How To Unlock Cable Bike Lock Without Combination
One of the bikes I bought had a cable lock attached. I could have easily cut it off, but it was more fun to “pick” the lock. It wasn’t really picking as it was a combination lock, so I didn’t use a pick. Maybe cracking the lock is a better term. Anyway, I show you …Read more »
How To Overhaul A Bike Bottom Bracket – Remove/Clean/Install New Bearings
This is how to overhaul the bottom bracket on an older style of bike before they started using sealed bearings. I show you how to remove and install new bearings as well as how to clean all the parts. This bike is a 1984 Schwinn LeTour Luxe, but most vintage bikes are similar. They might …Read more »