How to Replace Internal Routed Cables
I show how to feed new brake/shifter cable housings through bike frame tubes. I show two methods. The first method is where a cable housing is already routed through the frame. The second method is where there isn’t already a cable through the frame. This will allow you to install brand new cable housings on …Read more »
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 »
Replacing A Bent Derailleur Hanger
The derailleur/hanger on this bike were trashed. I found the hanger was not only bent, it was installed incorrectly and being held on by the quick release skewer. I replace the bent hanger with a brand new derailleur hanger. The bike is a 2005 Specialized Hardrock Sport.
Replacing V Brake/Cantilever Pivot Posts
One of the brake studs on this mountain bike was bent and the other was gone. Maybe the missing post had been broken or bent as well. I show how to remove the old studs and install the new ones. This bike is a 2005 Specialized Hardrock Sport. I got it cheap, but there is …Read more »
How To Replace Cable Housing Routed Internally Through A Bike Frame
Quick and easy method to route new cable housing internally through a bike frame. I show how to use a brake cable to guide the cable housing through the frame. No time consuming fishing for a wire.