t-mag_rider Posted December 1, 2005 Report Share Posted December 1, 2005 I was thinking that a topic on help for newbies, like my self, post anything that you consider useful. Although it may seem the norm to you, it could help someone who is new to trials. Even things such as use white spirit on a cloth to remove old tar, may help some one, or even make sure you keep the lockring tight on your freewheel. Please help the newbies, like me (Y) . Thanks. Ollie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mat hudson Posted December 1, 2005 Report Share Posted December 1, 2005 what, you mean like a thread for random, small questions? (Y) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kb_trialer Posted December 1, 2005 Report Share Posted December 1, 2005 i agree with t-mag_rider a new thread for beginers would be good keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
t-mag_rider Posted December 1, 2005 Author Report Share Posted December 1, 2005 what, you mean like a thread for random, small questions? (Y) no, i mean help, and advice for the newbies! Just tips that you have picked up and could share with others. Ollie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B.E.A.U Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 i agree with t-mag_rider a new thread for beginers would be good keith Yes this wuld help. BUt the thing is they may not ne newbies. Ok they may of only just started, BUt what if it was say Tunni or benito ross. They are not realy new to trials just new to the forum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deanie-b Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 (edited) Yes this wuld help. BUt the thing is they may not ne newbies. Ok they may of only just started, BUt what if it was say Tunni or benito ross. They are not realy new to trials just new to the forum. Beau's pissing on you :lol: I think its a great idea, How about i start the ball rolling? 1) When using V-brakes, To bring pads closer to the rim, Adjust at the calliper rather than the lever to retain a nicer lever feel (Pull cable through) 2) When using Disc brakes, If your pads become contaminated, Use a blowtorch or boil them in hot water to get grease\dirt off 3) When using Magura's with a water bleed in the winter, take care to put some anti-freeze in, I find a half to half ratio with antifreeze is enough, A little bit more anti-freeze is useful, and seems to feel a bit nicer as well :ermm: I think thats a OK start :ermm: Edited December 2, 2005 by deanie-b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Up'n'away Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 Even things such as use white spirit on a cloth to remove old tar thanks , was scrubing hard to get it off! learn something every day (Y) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BananaLlama Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 So you mean a thread that's just like www.trashzen.com, no point really, as with proper use of the search virtually anything can be found. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan6061 Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 (edited) Don't use Meth's to get rid of tar! It'll make your brake shit! Because it leaves this dodgey oil like layer. Use deodrant :- It's scary how well it works... (Y) Edited December 3, 2005 by Dan6061 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Up'n'away Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 ok il give it a go in a sec.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Up'n'away Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 Ok, i just went and got a old rim and rubbed some tar on it. Then on one side i rubed it with Meff and on side Linx (Y) Results: Meff - tar came of easy but as you said dan , leaves a greasy surface. Deodrant - Same again very easy to rub off , but doesnt leave it all greasy. i also found it is easier to rub off old tar on a rim, when i freshly rubed it on it was much harder to clean off. so deodrant i would say is defintly better. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted December 2, 2005 Report Share Posted December 2, 2005 Just read the rules and if you follow them you will be validated. clarky (Y) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mat Smith! Posted December 3, 2005 Report Share Posted December 3, 2005 Just read the rules and if you follow them you will be validated. clarky :- Take it you didn't read the post(s)? It's about help for bikes, setting them up etc. Not help getting validated (Y) Mat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrishayton Posted December 3, 2005 Report Share Posted December 3, 2005 Ok, i just went and got a old rim and rubbed some tar on it. Then on one side i rubed it with Meff and on side Linx (Y) Results: Meff - tar came of easy but as you said dan , leaves a greasy surface. Deodrant - Same again very easy to rub off , but doesnt leave it all greasy. i also found it is easier to rub off old tar on a rim, when i freshly rubed it on it was much harder to clean off. so deodrant i would say is defintly better. meths as in methylated spirit and GRIND IT, tars crap Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B.E.A.U Posted December 3, 2005 Report Share Posted December 3, 2005 Beau's pissing on you :) I think its a great idea, How about i start the ball rolling? 1) When using V-brakes, To bring pads closer to the rim, Adjust at the calliper rather than the lever to retain a nicer lever feel (Pull cable through) 2) When using Disc brakes, If your pads become contaminated, Use a blowtorch or boil them in hot water to get grease\dirt off 3) When using Magura's with a water bleed in the winter, take care to put some anti-freeze in, I find a half to half ratio with antifreeze is enough, A little bit more anti-freeze is useful, and seems to feel a bit nicer as well (Y) I think thats a OK start :- what do you mean im pissing on him. Im not being mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deanie-b Posted December 3, 2005 Report Share Posted December 3, 2005 what do you mean im pissing on him. Im not being mean I wern't saying you were being mean mate, I meant that your doing him in lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bikerboysam1 Posted December 3, 2005 Report Share Posted December 3, 2005 Ok, i just went and got a old rim and rubbed some tar on it. Then on one side i rubed it with Meff and on side Linx (Y) Results: Meff - tar came of easy but as you said dan , leaves a greasy surface. Deodrant - Same again very easy to rub off , but doesnt leave it all greasy. i also found it is easier to rub off old tar on a rim, when i freshly rubed it on it was much harder to clean off. so deodrant i would say is defintly better. thatis a pretty good tip, i might try that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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