Thank you! The funniest part was actually feeling pleased that I finally got to use my tools. I haven't even got a flat this year. (knocking on desktop)Originally Posted by nuthatch
Finding the pieces was truly a surprise because they're tiny, smaller than a nickel. I think the leaves kept them from bouncing and the failure was immediate, so they weren't strewn further.
Loc-tite will be applied as well as some compression (?) rings to act as redundant security. The mechanic is also getting a new machine (I forget what it's called) but the rods that attach to the bike and are locked to the rack will be altered such that there is some friction area to prevent slipping. The rods are currently completely smooth.
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02-28-2006, 03:57 AM #1
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02-28-2006, 05:23 AM #2
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Great story, glad it had such a happy ending! I would've been baffled at first to look back and see my rack on the ground. Good job finding the parts. I can't find parts I've dropped on my basement floor! Yay once again for the LBS. Take care, L.
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02-28-2006, 07:57 AM #3
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Why am I not surprised that you had things so well together? Good job, BTW.
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02-28-2006, 08:12 AM #4
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All these great minds thinking alike.
While we're on the subject of Loc-tite I'll post a public service announcement. Loc-tite your cleat screws for the same reasons.Frends know gud humors when dey is hear it. ~ Da Crockydiles of ZZE.
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02-28-2006, 04:51 PM #5
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Available at your local hardware store, "Loctite medium strength threadlocker - blue" for about $6. Originally Posted by SadieKate
All these great minds thinking alike.
While we're on the subject of Loc-tite I'll post a public service announcement. Loc-tite your cleat screws for the same reasons.
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03-01-2006, 07:55 AM #6
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wow... wow... wow! Man, that could've been UGLY
really glad to read the happy ending... and if I lived closer I'd take my business to that LBS as well... excellent service... good for them...
and yep, cleats have loc-tite and I check them too, about every three months just to verify all is well in the world... of course, I learned this the hard way... nothing like twisting your ankle to unclip and the cleats, which as loose, DON'T turn... leaving you locked in... yeah, OOPS!
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02-28-2006, 03:37 PM #7
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Monkey Wrench - 12th & P, Nate and Eric -- Two great guys Originally Posted by MomOnBike
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