Recent content by damian

So rare another one appears on eBay!!!! http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/BMW-Q6-Folding-mo ... 3cacdfb3c7

I noticed that :( How do you tap a new thread easily?

Hmmmm, might try that. Can you get helicoils that small?

And that's exactly what I am and advice like this is invaluable! Cheers LGF!

......stripped the threads whilst tightening the cable :( Any suggestions on how to make a repair on this 960? I was thinking of using some of that metal putty to 'remake' the threads any thoughts or should this be heading to the bike shop in the sky?

Yes, the frame well and truly flexed as I tried to on numerous occasions hence the application of heat etc.

I think I know a man with one of those!

I've got a seized Shimano BB on my Bear Valley SE, I've done exactly that and the bloody thing still won't move, even a subtle application of heat and plenty of penetrating spray hasn't helped. Anymore suggestions?

Great frame, only used as a stopgap until I finished the Marin Pine Mountain but I'm now thinking of getting sprayed/powercoated as she's definitely a keeper!

I went with 1200 grade wet and dry and finished up with Autosol.

If you've got it put it on.....and enjoy it! I've got a mix of 950 and 960 on my 1991 Marin and if can sort out the chainring combination I'll put a 900 crank on her.

Re: Bottom bracket 68 122.5, 1" threaded headset, 36 ho Open, non-cartridge with replaceable bearings any good?

Plus or minus a couple of mm, but I need to replace the 122mm one I have to correct the chain alignment. Must be square taper, ideally Shimano compatible. So swap/purchase of axle or complete bottom bracket. Many thanks, Damian

I've bought stuff from Si and he's helped me out on one occasion, definitely one of the 'good guys'. So sorry to hear about the accident, best wishes for speedy recovery.

Possibly, I'll have to see it in person, so it looks like a trip to the B&Q Whorehouse.