Recent content by flyagaricus

I used my dremel to cut through through the cables - worked quite well. The headset cups are the only part of the bike I didn't remove.

Agreed - the hardest part was just getting the necessary tools to make life easier. :)

Thank you. Yeah, typically I would just take my bike to a local bike shop for any repair/tune-ups but they closed down permanently. So this year I decided to to learn myself. Started with the brake pads and when trying to index my gears I realized just how dirty my cassette and chain was, and...

Just thought I would share a little project I've been working on over the last couple months. I decided to overhaul and breathe some new life into a 1996 Kona Kilauea that was given to me a while back. I did a deep clean on the chain and sprockets, mechs and the bike in general. I replaced...

Re: Re: Dude, thanks - I've been looking for a list like that with no avail!

Re: Re: That makes a lot of sense. When properly tuned, it shifts beautifully. Can't say I had much experience with many shifters in the 90's, but I felt like this bike shifted smoother than expected from a bike of that era.

Re: Re: So you figure the groupset has been replaced as well?

Ha - yes, I'm fond of the colours myself. :)

Re: Re: Good advice, about the bearings. I'll definitely do that. Yup I'll be getting rid of the handlebars - they're not the right centre diameter either. I replaced the pads and would like to replace the cables. I've never replaced cables and am a little confused by what to buy. I'm toying...

Re: Re: Thanks for the observations. Yes, I thought of maybe just touching up a few deep scars if I can find a good paint match. I'll try the hobby shop for that. :) Yup, It's a great ride. I've thoroughly enjoyed it. Considering I have so few original components, that makes the decision to...

Hi folks Just joined this forum :D So, I got a free 1996 Kona Kilauea 19" awhile back in mediocre shape I guess. I'm getting a new bike which will be my new daily ride and I'm thinking of restoring the Kona a bit. I'd like to hear any advice on areas of restoration/modification. I'm not set...