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Jens M · « **Reply #345 on:** August 01, 2012, 06:29:15 AM »

When I tightened the bolts on my eject hub, it made the sound of loose spokes. I was able to tighten it them though. Axle fucked up?

Sasha · « **Reply #346 on:** August 01, 2012, 06:40:28 AM »

Nope.

Jens M · « **Reply #347 on:** August 01, 2012, 06:50:37 AM »

Nothing wrong? I pulled out the bolts to see if the thread got fucked, but they looked as new.

Sasha · « **Reply #348 on:** August 01, 2012, 06:56:23 AM »

Maybe grease the threads a bit but I honestly wouldn't worry about it. Most wheels I've had have done it since new. 3 clicks and you're in.

Rusty · « **Reply #349 on:** August 02, 2012, 10:50:43 AM »

So my hombe brake is like rubbing and not springing back. When I tighten it down it just stays where it is and if I try to move it it just stays where I moved it. I have chain stay mounts and it looks the arm is rubbing on the frame? The left arm works fine.

Jens M · « **Reply #350 on:** August 04, 2012, 01:14:35 PM »

Shortened the chain quite a bit (smaller sprocket etc), but am now riding with the axle sticking out of the dropout 2-3mm. I was maybe 1mm away from riding it slammed.

Question: Riding it for a week or so, is there possibility of the chain stretching enough to remove the whole link (ie 1mm), or should I just get a half link and find myself somewhere in the middle? It's a Shimano chain, and it's been ridden a few years.

25t/9t on 1st Fit Hawk (13.75 slammed I think).

attactrl · « **Reply #351 on:** August 04, 2012, 01:16:22 PM »

I would get a new chain if I was in your shoes.

JohnW · « **Reply #352 on:** August 04, 2012, 01:35:05 PM »

I generally replace chains every 6 months. I've been bad about it lately, hoping I don't start snapping links.

Topsey · « **Reply #353 on:** August 04, 2012, 02:29:01 PM »

Odyssey Bluebird
Cult 510
Eclat Diesel

Im sure theres probably more out there too, they come with a pre-installed half link. Ive had the Bluebird & the Cult, both excellent chains. Getting an Eclat for the new build too.

Sasha · « **Reply #354 on:** August 04, 2012, 03:36:25 PM »

I've got the Eclat chain at the moment. It's definitely a chain. I'd probably get the Cult one if you can though, it's about £8 cheaper than the Eclat and £12 cheaper than the Odyssey. Still a chain too I imagine.

Topsey · « **Reply #355 on:** August 05, 2012, 12:37:10 PM »

Does anyone have pictures of Eclat tibia crankarms with a Fly spinde? I know it can be done & im sure ive seen someone on here thats done it. I just want to see how everything mates up as im considering doing it myself.

Rusty · « **Reply #356 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:23:53 AM »

Where are the T1 bars made?

Topsey · « **Reply #357 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:35:00 AM »

The new ones 8", 8.25", 8.85", Ruben & Salt City are all made in Taiwan.

Rusty · « **Reply #358 on:** August 06, 2012, 11:45:18 AM »

Damn, well I think I'm still going to be getting the Rubens sometime soon. My Cults have been through hell and I think it's time to retire them.

TeeMorrison · « **Reply #359 on:** August 07, 2012, 10:54:46 AM »

Will a 2009 Hamilton frame fit a 33T sprocket?

Bikeguide.org - Bike maintenance for BMX'ers · « **Reply #359 on:** August 07, 2012, 10:54:46 AM »

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