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I've heard that song (Never Getting Back Together) so many times now that my brain has gone on strike!
Now I've thought about it, I'll probably end up singing it to myself tomorrow - aaagh!
Oh, well, at least it's not One Direction - Oh, no, now I've done it - that'll be stuck in there now!
It's always a surprise whatever it is. That much I can say.
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It's usually what my daughters have been listening to. It used to be embarrassing (Wheels on the Bus, Bob the Builder, etc.). Now, it's terminal (Taylor Swift, Katy Perry, etc.)!
Although, sometimes I'll get a chance to listen to something decent: Love Me (The Cramps), for instance. But, they're rarer occasions these days.
Basically, anything will do, if it keeps my (in)sanity in check!
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Rik,
Thanks for the tips; and the links are awesome. Looks like I've some measuring to do! And, clearing my work bench for some serious BB action!
My local LBS is very helpful. But, usually, a little bit lacking in parts / experience for older bikes. I may need to go further afield....
I'm sure I'll be back on with more exciting conundrums.
TTFN
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Cheers, Loctez.
I am planning on going as second hand as I can - scouring eBay and this forum for bits & pieces.
I'd like to be able to use the chain wheel. It only has the one crank, which is a bit of a bitch. And, the previous owner has obviously tried to hack at it, as the cotter pin has had its nut cut off. I'm hoping that I can build up the BB with what's there and some new bearings - it runs like its got square bearings at the moment.
Mostly got to get the seatpost moving, headset and BB rebuilt and work out what to do with the chainwheel / cranks. As you say, wheels need to be secondhand - I've had enough cheap wheels on my MTB to realise they last for 5 minutes and run crap in those 5 minutes!
It's moved to the shed now, so I'll keep the updates coming in... -
Nicer with drops and spokes. But, yes, very nice.
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OK, so I was gutted when my Langster was pinched. I'd just got it right how I wanted it. It was a great ride.
Anyway, that was about a month ago and, having just about got over the first stage of grief, I'm in the mood for creating its replacement. I thought I'd have a go at building something up. My main reasons for this are:
- interest,
- something personal, and
- I don't have the cash to splash!
Seeing as this is my first project, I thought I'd go cheap. A target of £100 was set. But, that is looking a little bit ambitious right now! Particularly, as I've already spent about £85 and haven't even got as far as stripping down the frame...
Ah, yes, the frame. A £17 beater off eBay. A little bit on the, erm, rusty / battered side. But, then, part of the idea was to build something that won't go the way of the Langster.
So, this is my starting point:
Hopefully, I'll actually manage to turn it into something rideable! No idea on spec. But, since it'll mostly be used on my 20 mile commute, it'll be drop bar, fixed, and have brakes both ends.
Seeing as I don't know what fits what, I'll probably be back (again and again!) for some advice....
- interest,
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As for spoke length - if you're still pondering this - there are a number of spoke calculators out there on the interweb. I've managed to waste hard earned cash trying to get a wheel trued and tensioned with spokes that are too long! So, my advice is work it out, then work it out again. Then, when you've done that, work it out once more. Then, you're good to go buy spokes of the right length!
If you've got an Aluminium rim, (in theory) you should have problems with Al nipples. But, I agree with others on here, brass is safer.
If in doubt, consult Sheldon...
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Hi Mr Cow, is that a posted price? Dibs 'em if so
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Brakes & bars received with thanks.
Cheers -
Received with thanks.
Cheers[Now, for the rest of the build!]
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Is this Davros' Sunday best ride?
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Dibs 'em, if posted and they're 32H, as suspected.
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Is that a fixed or free rear wheel?
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Dibs Selle Triathlon, Shimano brakes and ITM bars, please.
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That guy'd definitely a thieving bastard! He's got a lovely looking Isaac Kelvin for sale at £350!
Google his number; he seems to have had quite a few bikes "for a couple of months..."
Sorry, meant to say that was in response to Hamishio's post!
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That guy'd definitely a thieving bastard! He's got a lovely looking Isaac Kelvin for sale at £350!
Google his number; he seems to have had quite a few bikes "for a couple of months..."
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Just had my bike pinched - yesterday (15th Jan '13) - from the basement car park under my office during the day!
Here's some details:
It is a dark green (standard colour) 2008 Specialized Langster has been stolen during the day from the basement car park under the Atkins Limited, Epsom Gateway building on Ashley Avenue. I may be able to upload a better res photo, if needed - 'though you probably all know what a Langster looks like!
Since the photo, it has been fitted with the Union Jack saddle and the front wheel changed to DTSwiss R450 on On One/Planet-X hub, same as the rear. It has/had Onza Preda 23 mm tyres fitted. Other distinguishing features are a green BrevM 46T chain wheel and 15/16 flip-flop fixed/fixed rear hub, plus Shimano 105 (silver) front brake and unbranded (black) rear. It's a dark green 2008 Langster, with green bar tape and black Tektro brake levers. It had two front, two rear lights fitted: One23 Extreme Bright 1000 front light with battery pack, RSP 4-LED front light, Smart rectangular rear light and a small single LED rear light. It has/had SKS Race Blade mudguards fitted. I suspect that these last two items, at the very least, have been removed.
Whilst not exactly unique, it has some distinguishing parts that would be hard / unlikely to change. I have the frame number at home, so can confirm any sightings.
Your help in returning this much loved bike to its home would be most appreciated.
LFGSS
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