Thanks to all, Thanks for the posts on the Sovos hub. The 7 speed freewheel is still working perfectly so I will probably revisit this upgrade at a later date....
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
May 4, 2012 9:00 pm
Looks well cared-for and in excellent condition. Great description of components !! I'll spread the word to friends to see if any interest among them... CC:...
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
May 4, 2012 9:30 pm
Roland: Let me know if you don't sell it. I'd be interested and would consider an offer... Geoff Steele Huntersville, NC CC: provostroland@... To:...
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
May 4, 2012 9:49 pm
Rohloff hub allows you to downshift to low gear while standing still (at a light, etc.). Makes starting out a lot easier if you got 'trapped' in a high cruise...
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recobbhg
May 15, 2012 2:35 am
... I've been waxing my chain for several months now, and I'm very happy with the results. I used to carry rubber gloves in my panniers so if I had to mess...
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Reedchrisj@...
reedchrisj
May 16, 2012 12:56 am
Richard, Another reason your chain might be jumping on the cogs after waxing the chain is that the wax makes the chain links stiff. This stiffness will go ...
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recobbhg
May 16, 2012 1:30 am
... So, after 30 miles of steep hills I would expect that to not be the problem anymore ;-) ... I could see, examining up close, that it was the rollers...
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greg yatko
fleabus2003
May 21, 2012 12:10 am
I'd like to see some data on how many watts a freshly waxed chain eats, if any. I'm not saying I'm for or against (although always been a proponent of a light...
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Kevin Karplus
Karplus@...
May 21, 2012 5:30 am
I use a wax lubricant on my Vanguard chain, because I cyce in my office clothes and don't want to ruin them. My chain never squeaks (except sometimes in the...
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Reedchrisj@...
reedchrisj
May 21, 2012 4:42 pm
A chain lubricated with melted paraffin wax should not squeak. If it does, it means it's time to lubricate the chain again. The frequency that lubrication...
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Eric Siegmund
esiegmu
May 22, 2012 2:03 am
I'm slightly embarrassed to admit this, but in almost 15 years of owning a Duplex, I've never had to remove the timing chain (chain replacement always ...
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
May 22, 2012 2:15 am
Hi Eric: Removing any chain from a bike is relatively easy with a common 'chain tool' (Parks Tools makes a good one). This tool holds 'both sides' of a pair...
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Eric (Suddenlink)
esiegmu
May 22, 2012 2:53 am
Geoff, thanks for the prompt response. I've actually removed a lot of chains in my time, and have the necessary tools; I just wasn't sure if the timing chain...
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Tom Armstrong
bikeolounger
May 22, 2012 10:47 am
In reality, the timing chain doesn't have to be broken for removal. Using the eccentric for the front bottom bracket is far from complicated (although it may...
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Andrew
andreweichen...
May 22, 2012 4:08 pm
After Geoff's comments on tandem timing change offsets, I figured I'd relate my experiences. My wife and I have been riding tandem recumbents for about 12...
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
May 22, 2012 5:47 pm
Good comment. My only experience was on my previous Duplex and being -90 degrees out of phase at the stoker station yielded some asymmetric wobble that was...
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
May 22, 2012 5:52 pm
Even better advice... Geoff To: ryanownersclub@yahoogroups.com From: bikeolounger@... Date: Tue, 22 May 2012 03:47:40 -0700 Subject: Re: [ryanownersclub]...
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gerald
geraldgeise
Jun 8, 2012 2:34 pm
I have a 15 year old or so long frame (6'4" height requires it)Ryan and would like to find another one - any advice as to where to find one Jerry Geise...
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Tom Armstrong
bikeolounger
Jun 8, 2012 2:52 pm
I know of one in Michigan, but I don't know whether it's for sale. I'll ask. If you don't hear from me in two or three days, it's not on the market. Â Tom,...
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Robert Brown
rbrown3rd
Jun 8, 2012 7:20 pm
Mine is still for sale. Bob If you Forward this email, kindly highlight and delete all email addresses, then use Bcc for your recipients. Publishing addresses...
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recobbhg
Jul 19, 2012 11:27 am
The foam handgrips on my Slipstream are starting to tear. They are comfortable, but don't seem very durable. Just wondering whether to buy some replacements...
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Tom Armstrong
bikeolounger
Jul 19, 2012 11:42 am
The original grips on my Vanguard were replicated easily enough. I bought some foam grips made for old-school ten-speeds (J&B part number 3105), sliced a piece...
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keith nichols
Jul 19, 2012 2:35 pm
Years ago when I needed to replace my Vanguard's foam grips, I couldn't find anything that would work. So I switched to cork handlebar wrap and it has served...
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Kevin Karplus
Karplus@...
Jul 19, 2012 3:04 pm
The foam grips on my Vanguard have needed replacing once in 13 years, so they seem durable enough to me. Any bike shop should be able to find foam grips that...
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Tom Armstrong
bikeolounger
Jul 19, 2012 3:25 pm
In an earlier message in this thread, I even gave a part number accessible to many bike shops. J&B P/N 3105 I had a set recently, but used all the grip stuff...
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stevefuhrmann
Jul 19, 2012 3:48 pm
Hi, Richard! Concur with other posts and add another thought: wrap the grip with electrician's friction tape. The cloth texture is comfortable and durable....
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nealstanton48
Jul 19, 2012 3:48 pm
... Is it still fore sale, some pics please. Thanks Neal....
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Michael Harris
michaelharris46
Jul 19, 2012 7:51 pm
I just bought the same foam grips that I use on my wedgies. I had to cut them to size to fit my Ryan From: ryanownersclub@yahoogroups.com...
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Geoff Steele
geoff_steele
Jul 19, 2012 10:56 pm
Another possibility is foam insulation used for copper or PVC pipe tubing in exposed areas (i.e. home crawl spaces) to prevent freezing, or keep in heat, etc....
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Dave Stoakley
davestoakley
Jul 23, 2012 4:07 pm
Selling my 1996 Vanguard. Black, in good condition. Asking $900. Located near Richmond, VA. Buyer responsible for delivery. Contact Dave @ 804.398.0517 ...
