Member's Tech Pages
Bike tech writeups by Vancruisers Members
3-Speed Coaster Brake Shootout
So you're thinking of a 3-speed conversion for your cruiser... What options do you have and what hub is best for you?
Brake Mystery Solved
After some investigation, I found out how the brake system found stock on the Kustom Kruiser Moto Glide works.
Building Bicycle Wheels
Sheldon Brown of Harris Cyclery tells you how to build a wheel. I've built a couple using these directions now...
Buying A Used Cruiser
So you don't have the coin to spring for a brand new cruiser or you just want to save a few bucks on the initial purchase to splurge on accessories later. What should you look for and how do you get the best deal?
Cheetah Overhaul
Since I've been sick the past few days and the weather has been absolutely HORRIBLE I had to find something else to keep me occupied... I've had a few projects that needed doing so it seemed like the time...
Dave's Vintage Bicycles
A reference picture archive containing hundreds of images of vintage bicycles, parts and literature. They also offer restoration services for your classic or antique bicycle.
Drum Brakes Need Love Too!
Don't you love when you go to jump on your bike and it gives you some fun mechanical "Surprise"? Seems drum brakes aren't quite as maintenance free as one might think!
Gettin' Greasy
Rainy days are good - without them I'd never actually FIX my bikes until I had none left to ride!
Harris Cyclery
Great source for Sturmey parts among other things. Knowledgeable staff who are more than willing to help you figure out what you need before you order. They're based in Massachusetts but they can get some stuff the local stores can't.
How to Bend Tubing with Homemade Jigs & Tools
How to make an easy & affordable bending setup at home and how to use it
How to Build a License Plate/Taillight Holder
This is a time filler for those rainy days when you can't get out for a ride, but would like to do something bicycle inspired anyway.
Importing Bikes and Parts to Canada
There's a lot of funny little rules regarding importation of bikes and bike parts in to Canada. Read up to find out how to pay the least taxes!
Improve your headlight!
My Felt came with a dynohub-powered headlight. In its stock form it was less than useful - not particularly bright. After a few attempts I found something that seems to work...
Sandblasting fun, not scary!
OK this is my first blog . And yes I have a business that does sand blasting , but I really want you to try sand blasting your own stuff and I dont mind if you go somewhere else , just try it! The instant gratification alone is worth it.
Schwinn Date Codes
A log of serial numbers for all Chicago Schwinns made between 1948-1982, as was recorded by the factory forman at the time! Very detailed - you can actually pinpoint the approximate day your bike was brought into creation! Also inculdes a link on identifying pre-war Schwinns.
Also in this section
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Sturmey Tech
- Member's Tech Pages about Sturmey Archer hubs
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Shimano Tech
- Our site member's Tech Pages about Shimano parts
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Bike Building
- Pages our site members have been created about bike building
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Wheel Building
- Info on how to build and true your own wheels posted by our members
