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  1. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    As promised:
  2. SuperDirtMan

    Is this Columbia worth saving?

    Hey all, I recently came upon this "Clipper by Columbia" bike at a local bike cooperative. From another volunteer I talked to, it sounded like this one was likely to be junked, although I took a bit of a liking to it. Would this be worth getting as a project? Asking $40. Hubs are good, wrong...
  3. SuperDirtMan

    Aero-Stella

    Bicycle of a future that never came to be, it seems... Such a shame. Makes it more unique, but almost any other recent bike would pale in comparison. The optimism in this design is wonderful to see...
  4. SuperDirtMan

    Stella Pocketby Pocket Bike

    In that case this is one they need to bring back; I'd take this over a Brompton.
  5. SuperDirtMan

    Advice for removing finish damage on plated parts?

    Hey all, Thought I'd pose the question here, is there a good way to fix the finish on this sprocket? I'm assuming that the best option would be to remove the finish and re-plate with nickel. Thanks.
  6. SuperDirtMan

    Stella Pocketby Pocket Bike

    Has anyone here ever seen one of these? They're absolutely hilarious, I love it. Feel free to post other amusing folding bikes.
  7. SuperDirtMan

    What does your current project look like now?

    Definitely not daily-driver material, but indeed fun, and likely a great workout! You certainly get looks.
  8. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    Hey Ive, I've been thinking about just that. I don't know if I'll be able to provide disassembly photos before the weekend, but I've been considering making a video on it if that could help folks out. The holes for the cone were placed differently on my crankset, being more like notches, so...
  9. SuperDirtMan

    To Paint or to Polish?

    Really like that, it's becoming a more appealing idea. I think its aluminum. I'm not sure if it was chromed in the first place, or just polished.
  10. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    Yes, European. The NDS cup is left-hand threaded into the frame, the DS right-hand threaded.
  11. SuperDirtMan

    To Paint or to Polish?

    Hello, Thought I'd post this for some common feedback, seeing what others thought. When I got this bike, the headlamp had a polished finish but was fairly tarnished and dirty. In my naivety I tried to clean it up with some 00 steel wool, and ended up marring the polish. Decided to go all the...
  12. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    Tightens CCW, loosens CW.
  13. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    Belated update: I was able to get it off. The trick: an appropriately-sized punch, and just wailing on it. All it took, it seemed. As to anyone else struggling with their Fauber BB, perseverance is key.
  14. SuperDirtMan

    Deciphering Shimano Designations and Part Numbers

    Update: This hub is, indeed, intended for use with an aftermarket band/drum brake assembly! That resolves the question on that part, I suppose, for anyone with the same question...
  15. SuperDirtMan

    Steyr/JC Higgins Headset

    Hello, I'm looking for a headset for a 1970's/1960's JC Higgins-brand bicycle. This model needs the Austrian-standard headset, with an external cup diameter of 30.8 mm. If anyone has one, please let me know. Thanks.
  16. SuperDirtMan

    Chain lube?

    White Lightening Epic Ride. All-season, available at Walmart, only like $3.50. Best chain lube I've used, and I ride almost daily.
  17. SuperDirtMan

    What does your current project look like now?

    Guess this is my project, now. Happy with what I've gotten done so far! Digging the aesthetic.
  18. SuperDirtMan

    coker 36" bikes

    Thought I'd boot up this old thread again. I just got one of these Coker MC's; story goes that it just got left by a friend of a fella in his storage unit, and had no interest in keeping it. That being said, I was a little confused by some of the features. The seat is obviously aftermarket, made...
  19. SuperDirtMan

    Found Want: Coker Wheelman

    Hey Skull, Wheelmans, and most Coker bicycles, are getting pretty rare, the wheelman especially so. I might suggest, as a more readily-available alternative, to take a look at RBR's mini highwheel; while a little smaller (28" front wheel) the pricepoint isn't bad, and replacement parts are...
  20. SuperDirtMan

    Deciphering Shimano Designations and Part Numbers

    When consulting the shimano documentation search, I actually found that changing the language to Japanese or Chinese will actually return a number of results, regarding the installation/adjustment of this hub and the parts list. From the listing on the polish site, and some context provided by...
  21. SuperDirtMan

    Deciphering Shimano Designations and Part Numbers

    I'm not sure, the standard freewheel hub (SG-3S30) uses the S. I did find this Polish listing of a 3S31, with some kind of aftermarket band/drum brake, although I'm not sure if that's what the particular design is for...
  22. SuperDirtMan

    Bike Design Lineage - A Discussion

    Fair take, I admit. The more I thought about it, the idea that 'bicycle motocross' influenced mountainbiking makes much more sense than if it hadn't. It was what I read on the wiki... 😞 Thank you for making me aware of this! From a glance, it definitely seems like an extension of ordinaries and...
  23. SuperDirtMan

    Bike Design Lineage - A Discussion

    I really like the idea of a family tree, or evolutionary paths. I don't think this is subjective really, as most specific types or designs have specifically lifted features from other preceding designs, although my visuals are likely simplifications. Appreciate all the input and thoughts!
  24. SuperDirtMan

    Bike Design Lineage - A Discussion

    Probably not untrue, but the first commercial mountain bike was designed and produced by Specialized, who mainly focused on road cycling and, therein, the manufacture and design seems to follow road bikes of the time. Over time, mountain cycling was likely influenced by BMX culture, but its...
  25. SuperDirtMan

    Bike Design Lineage - A Discussion

    Updated version, applied some feedback; still haven't incorporated cycletr ucks, though...
  26. SuperDirtMan

    Deciphering Shimano Designations and Part Numbers

    Anyone have any good tips on this? I've been looking at some Shimano SG-3S31 hubs on ebay, interested as to if they are meant to marry up with a band brake assembly, but I've had little luck finding information (I've actually had more come up when misspelling the name as SG-3531) and Shimano's...
  27. SuperDirtMan

    Bike Design Lineage - A Discussion

    The path racer!! Thank you for bringing that up, that is absolutely the main ancestor for road biking. Also, thanks for bringing up that point about light roadsters. I'd initially formatted it kind of grouping the full and light roadsters together, and titling the later roadsters 'light.'...
  28. SuperDirtMan

    Bike Design Lineage - A Discussion

    Hey, Don't know if there's been a comprehensive breakdown of something like this, but I kept thinking about it today, and wanted to put it down. Since the inception of the safety/upright bike, what would the 'nearest common ancestor' for modern bike design styles? I tried giving it a shot (no...
  29. SuperDirtMan

    Sold EsKa-brand 1" Headset for Threaded Steerer.

    The press-fit portions are as follows: Bottom cup: OD 30.6mm/1.21in; ID 26.6mm/1.05in. Fork race: OD 30.2mm/1.19in; ID 26.2mm/1.03in.
  30. SuperDirtMan

    What does your current project look like now?

    Last photos weren’t that great. Really happy about the state of it right now.
  31. SuperDirtMan

    What does your current project look like now?

    As of today, like this. 1950 Monark Flygstalcykel.
  32. SuperDirtMan

    Sold EsKa-brand 1" Headset for Threaded Steerer.

    NOS, original packaging - Czech-brand EsKa Headset; can provide other measurements if desired. Will ship.
  33. SuperDirtMan

    Spring Cleaning

    This looks like an album cover. Nice.
  34. SuperDirtMan

    1972 Dawes Galaxy lives again

    Nice! Just won this Dawes at auction; not sure of the age, but still cool to see them coming up here.
  35. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    Here's the culprit in question. I don't have the specific wrench for it; I do have a SPA-1 from Park tool, although I'm not sure if its up to the task. I'm not sure if that would help too much though.
  36. SuperDirtMan

    Fauber Crankset Removal

    Hey all, I've been struggling on-and-off with the crankset on my project. I'd at least like to remove it to regrease the bearings, but at this point I'll probably have to replace the retainer for the dustcap. I've tried to use a metal punch with a hammer, and even with that I haven't had any...
  37. SuperDirtMan

    What about a "The Cabe" book library?

    Maybe getting a page set up over at the internet archive? It would be great for sharing manuals, ads, media, etc. rather than just posting photos. Might be easier than trying to get the forum set up for something like that.
  38. SuperDirtMan

    Are you tough enough

    Folks like this don't get enough appreciation, today. This is dedication worth commemorating!
  39. SuperDirtMan

    What are some good quality tires and where to get them?

    Kenda, Schwalbe, and Duro tend to be very good brands, at least by my experience. Duro tires tend to be a bit cheaper, but still useable. Ebay is a surprisingly good source for bike tires, but there's bicycleheaven as well. Brand options and cost usually depend on the tread type, tread design...
  40. SuperDirtMan

    Ugly Bike Thread

    Don't get me wrong I appreciate the talents of a man like Sam Pilgrim, but this flavor just doesn't belong in my cup.
  41. SuperDirtMan

    Ugly Bike Thread

    AKA every new bike in REI or any other large bike store, now available for only $6,000!!
  42. SuperDirtMan

    Ugly Bike Thread

    This is what most BMX bikes look like to me.
  43. SuperDirtMan

    Possible danish carrier and cycle truck

    I'd love to see the rest! Real interesting collection.
  44. SuperDirtMan

    Chinese "leather" 3 spring saddles- don't buy one!

    Fun fact: ever wonder how China can actually ship overseas for free? Turns out, as the PRC counts as a 'developing country,' shipping from the PRC is subsidized! Under two systems! The United Postal Union AND the USPS. Its a fact that's out there loud and clear. If this weren't the case, there...
  45. SuperDirtMan

    Rotary-Shift 3-Spd Hubs

    Hey all, Don't know if this is the right place to ask, but has anyone here used one of SA's rotary-shift hubs? Specifically, do these hubs specifically require the 'rotary hub shifters' offered by SA? It may be a stupid question, but I haven't been able to find a definite difference between the...
  46. SuperDirtMan

    Mounting Tires on 28" Westwood Rims

    I would indeed prefer to keep the original tires, but they are, indeed, not recoverable. It seemed like the bike sat with flat tires for a significant time. Hollandbikeshop stocks similar grey tires, and I may end up going with those depending on the price (plus shipping, of course). Thanks for...
  47. SuperDirtMan

    Mounting Tires on 28" Westwood Rims

    From the looks of it, this would, in fact, be 635 mm (rims are off a Swedish bike). Ah phooey, I thought this part would be easy. Ah well.
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