How To Convert To Disc Brakes From V-Brakes On Mountain Bike
2149 June 13, 2017I show how to upgrade an old mountain bike from V-brakes to disc brakes. I replace the wheels, install rotors, calipers, new cables/housings, and adjust everything. The disc brakes I used are Avid BB5’s. I used 160mm rotors. They are mechanical disc brakes, so are cable actuated. The Avid CPS mounting brackets I used were …Read more »
How To Replace Shift Cable In Sachs Power Grip Plus Shifters
1351 May 12, 2017I show how to remove/install a shifter cable on a Power Grip Plus shifter made by Sachs.
Convert Mountain Bike To Drop Bars for Touring/Monster Cross/Gravel Bike
2720 April 24, 2017I show how to install dropbar handlebars and integrated brake shifter levers (brifters) on a mountain bike (with 26″ wheels) to build a touring/monster cross/gravel bike. I also change from V-brakes to cantilever brakes for compatibility to the road brakes. And also swap out the mountain front derailleur to a triple road front derailleur. The …Read more »
How To Fix Bike Chain Skipping/Slipping/Jumping Gears
7030 August 16, 2016I show the most common causes for chains that skip, slip, jump gears while pedaling (auto-shifting/phantom shifting derailleur), especially while under torque like climbing up a hill or standing on the pedals. And explain what needs to be done to fix them. Straightening A Bent Derailleur Hanger How To Measure Bike Chain Wear With A …Read more »
How To Fix Bike Not Shifting Gears
2518 August 11, 2016I am often asked how to fix a bike that won’t shift gears or will only shift to some gears. The problem will be the shifters, derailleurs, or cables. I walk through the steps to isolate and locate the issue and how to fix it. I cover both the front derailleur and rear derailleur. How …Read more »
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