Tech Tips - Bike Info

Featuring our resident bike "expert", the ever opinionated, rarely rational,  Mike T.  
He is dedicated to taking the mystery out of bike repairs so that you will feel confident to tackle jobs, mostly with everyday tools.
Most of the tips here came from www.mtbr.com   - Tech section. 
Feel free to make links to the stuff but whatever you do, don't steal it and pass it off as your own.  That's not being nice.
For motivation, e-mail me here.

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Chains 

    What you need to know about your chain.

Wheels, Tires

Home wheelbuilding.
Tire Tips.
Studding ice tires.

Drivetrains

Clip-in pedals and Newbies.  New - Feb 28/08
BB removal.
Pedal removal.
Crank removal.
Lubricating HG units.

Frames, Headsets and Forks

Frame water entry and rust prevention.
Headset removal & installation.
Fork replacement.
Dented headtube, reaming & facing.

General Stuff

What you should carry when you ride.  Newly updated!  Aug 27/08.
Grip removal and replacement.
Bike cleaning.
Brake levers, 'Moto' style.
Brooks saddle modification.

Repair Reference

        Here are some links to 'How To' sites for bike repairs, replacement parts and information.