Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

To add to what Tim listed. YOu need a set of metric, open ended wrenches as well. On Fri, Mar 17, 2017 at 11:32 AM, Max Bergen wrote: > Thanks everyone! > > I'm familiar with assembling and installing most parts on a bike (except > BB and derailleurs), but I feel much

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Thanks everyone! I'm familiar with assembling and installing most parts on a bike (except BB and derailleurs), but I feel much more prepared after you all have shared tips, advice and insight from your personal experiences. BTW, I live in San Diego. I'll be building the bike with my buddy

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

On Wed, Mar 15, 2017 at 12:42 PM, Max Bergen wrote: > My Hunq is being delivered in a few days and I plan on building the bike > myself. I was hoping some folks would have helpful resources on process > and tools for installing: > > -BB: I think Rivendell uses Shimano bbs,

[RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

For decades I owned a Park professional shop stand and a few years ago I sold it in an effort to clear up some space. I don't miss it a bit. I don't build as many bikes as I used to but still build some and do lots of maintenance. I would buy a bench mount stand if I ever bought another

[RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Max, How fun! Building your own bike is a joy and source of pride. It will serve you into the future as you understand, work on, and repair your bike. Buy a stand if you want. But you can get by just fine with two hooks in the ceiling and cords at the saddle back and stem. No doubt a stand is

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Add the Shimano Dealer's Manual (from Shimano Tech Docs) to that and 95% of any questions you may have will be covered. On Wednesday, March 15, 2017 at 3:36:52 PM UTC-4, Mattt wrote: > > Park tool blue book. It is worth the price. > > >

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Park tool blue book. It is worth the price. http://www.parktool.com/product/big-blue-book-of-bicycle-repair-3rd-edition-bbb-3 -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from

Re: [RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Also Park Tools help section. http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help You'll need basic tools for install: Hex (Allen) wrenches, usually 3 mm - 8 mm BB tool, specific for your BB. Chain tool (not specific unless you're using Campy 11s chain) Cable cutters (diagonal pliers work, but dedicated

[RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

If you haven't done it before, a hunqapillar wouldn't be the bike I'd start with. I suggest doing build a bike course at your local co-op. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving

[RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

Hey Max, My tip would be to do a Google search for "Sheldon Brown ___" (insert item to install in the blank). Or just browse the site. http://www.sheldonbrown.com/ Youtube is also super, really, wonderfully helpful. You can find a Youtube video to show you how to do almost anything.

[RBW] Helpful resources for building a bike at home?

My Hunq is being delivered in a few days and I plan on building the bike myself. I was hoping some folks would have helpful resources on process and tools for installing: -BB -crankset -derailleurs -chain -brakes and levers and cables -thumbie shifters and cables Thanks! -Max -- You