Difficulty: How to Remove a Cartridge Bearing Bottom Bracket Below are instructions for removing a cartridge bearing bottom bracket. It doesn’t take long but there are a few scenarios you have to watch out for. (Note that you must remove your cranks before removing the bottom bracket.) If you have a 20-tooth splined bottom bracket, […]
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Category: Frame & Fork
Covers the frame, fork, and headset. Does not include suspension.
How to Install a Cartridge Bearing Botto...
Difficulty: How to Install a Cartridge Bearing Bottom Bracket Below are instructions for installing a cartridge bearing bottom bracket. Step 1: Clean and grease the threads. Before you install anything, make sure it is clean and dry. Then you should grease the threads of the bottom bracket shell. You can use typical grease, anti-seize compound, […]
How to Remove a Threadless Headset
Difficulty: How to Remove a Threadless Headset Below are instructions for removing a threadless headset. This is the most common type of headset today, found on almost all modern road and mountain bikes. (It is called the “threadless” headset because there are no threads on the fork’s steerer tube.) Step 1: Remove fork and stem. […]
How to Remove a Threaded Headset
Difficulty: How to Remove a Threaded Headset Below are instructions for removing a threaded headset. This can be almost as tricky as headset installation so perform the steps with caution so you don’t damage your frame or fork. Step 1: Remove fork and stem. This job will be easiest if you unhook your cables and […]
When To Replace Your Bottom Bracket
Difficulty: When To Replace Your Bottom Bracket In most cases, your bottom bracket will provide years of trouble-free use. But all good things come to an end – someday your bottom bracket will wear out and need replaced. But how will I know when to replace it? Checking your bottom bracket for wear is actually […]
How to Adjust a Threadless Headset
This video will show you how to adjust a threadless headless, found on most contemporary road and mountain bikes. Difficulty: How to Adjust a Threadless Headset If the front of your bike feels clunky or the bike just gets hard to steer, the most likely culprit is the headset. Most of the time it […]
How to Adjust a Threaded Headset
This video will show you how to adjust a threaded headset, which was found on most road and mountain bikes in the 90s. Difficulty: How to Adjust a Threaded Headset If the front of your bike feels clunky or the bike just gets hard to steer, the most likely culprit is the headset. Most […]
How to Repaint a Steel Frame
Difficulty: Guide To Repainting a Steel Frame So you have an old steel frame and want to repaint it so it looks fresh and new? You’ll need: Bare metal primer Sandable primer Spray paint Clear coat spray (optional) Sandpaper (80 grit, 220 grit, and 400 grit) Here’s how: 1. Remove any components so you are […]
How To Cut The Dropouts On A BMX Frame
Difficulty: How To Cut The Dropouts On A BMX Frame This guide will cover how to cut the dropouts on your BMX frame to reduce weight and allow for better grinds. You will need: Dremel Fiberglass reinforced metal cutting wheel Angle grinder or Hacksaw Marker Safety glasses and thick gloves. Here’s how to do it: […]
How to Wash Your Bike
This video will show you how to wash your bicycle. Difficulty: How to Wash Your Bike This guide is about washing your bike, especially the frame and fork. Not only will your bike look better, it will work better and you will be safer. Do this after every wet or dirty ride. For cleaning: Hose […]