Technical Info and DIY Guides

Here is my collection of blog posts that are not under any of the other broad categories. Under this tab, you will find lots of technical information regarding many different components, and also some do-it-yourself guides.

Folding Bike Upgrading Info
Guide to Upgrading your Dahon / Tern
How to Build an Affordable, High Performance, Lightweight Folding Bike: Part 1
How to Build an Affordable, High Performance, Lightweight Folding Bike: Part 2
How to Build an Affordable, High Performance, Lightweight Folding Bike: Part 3
How to Build an Affordable, High Performance, Lightweight Folding Bike: Part 4
Can I Install Tern Handlepost/Fork on Dahon Frame? Part 1: Introduction
Can I Install Tern Handlepost/Fork on Dahon Frame? Part 2: Comparison
Can I Install Tern Handlepost/Fork on Dahon Frame? Part 3: Considerations
Can I Install Tern Handlepost/Fork on Dahon Frame? Part 4: Installation
Can I Install Tern Handlepost/Fork on Dahon Frame? Part 5: Adjustments and Accessories
Road or MTB Components for Dahon / Tern Folding Bikes? - Part 1
Road or MTB Components for Dahon / Tern Folding Bikes? - Part 2
Road of MTB Components for Dahon / Tern Folding Bikes? - Part 3
How to Install/Remove Dahon/Fnhon Handleposts
How to Install LitePro Headset on Dahon Bikes 
High Profile 20" Wheelsets
Upgrading the Raleigh MV7

Component Info
Are You A Weight Weenie? Weight comparisons for different components
Introduction to Shimano Road Hydraulic Disc Brake + Shifters: ST-R785 and ST-RS685
Shimano Dura-Ace Road Hydraulic Di2 Shifter ST-R9170
Shimano Dura-Ace Road Hydraulic Mechanical Shifter ST-R9120
How to Convert Shimano Shadow Plus RD to Direct Mount
How to Adjust Shimano Shadow Plus RD 
What is a Side Swing Front Derailleur?
Possible Upgrades to a MTB: Mixed Shimano Groupset
Chris King R45 11 Speed Rear Hub Disassembly
Novatec A551SB 74mm Front Hub + LitePro Rims 
Compatibility of 3rd-party upgrade parts

 Bike Maintenance

22 comments:

  1. JimJuly 22, 2015 at 8:57 PM

    Hi Steve, great post so much info I wanted to ask you ihave an tern linkD8
    Just wanted to get better top speed with just changing the front crank I want to stay with just 8 speed is it possible to go with 50t or greater if yes? Would I need new chain and cost effective options you would recommend

    Thanks Jimmy

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    1. tylsteveJuly 23, 2015 at 9:39 AM

      You will need to change the crankset, and likely the BB too, as you cannot change the stock chainring. A longer chain will also be needed.

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    2. JimAugust 7, 2015 at 10:35 AM

      Thanks good to kno. My cassette is starting to wear out if I wanted to replace with SHIMANO CS‑HG31 8 SPEED 11‑34T CASSETTE do you see any complications in this? I believe mine is a 12-32t

      Thanks again and keep up the good work on your blog loads of info.

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    3. tylsteveAugust 7, 2015 at 1:03 PM

      What is your bike and current setup?

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    4. JimAugust 7, 2015 at 8:13 PM

      Tern linkd8 sorry love the bike but can't afford right now to upgrade he whole transmission yet

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    5. tylsteveAugust 7, 2015 at 8:54 PM

      Yes it will work. It will increase the gear range, since you now have a 11T top sprocket and a 34T low sprocket. Best to change the chain at the same time.

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    6. JimAugust 8, 2015 at 9:28 AM

      Sorry its a stock tern linkd8

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  2. RolandAugust 3, 2015 at 3:50 PM

    Hi Steve,

    Might it be possible for you to drop me an email/msg? Would like to seek your advise on upgrade stuff.

    Thank you.

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  3. AlbertoAugust 10, 2015 at 3:03 AM

    Thanks for all the great work you have done so far! Excellent way to show us your vision.

    I have a big question.

    Do you recommend to upgrade to an internal gear 3 speed Sturmey Archer for a Dahon Mu Uno?

    I have one and the stock speed it has is very light, I need less teeth to gain more speed but feel worried if this can be a disadvantage in case I need in hilly roads.

    Thanks in advance.!

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    1. tylsteveAugust 10, 2015 at 9:43 AM

      It should be possible. However, the unique point of the Mu Uno is the simplicity of the single speed. Adding an internal hub with shifters will kind of spoil it.

      It might be better to get a multi speed bike that have the gearing to suit your terrain, rather than modifying the Mu Uno.

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  4. UnknownSeptember 22, 2015 at 10:37 PM

    Hi Steve,

    Very Inspiring post!
    Could you advice what type and size of bottom bracket will suit to my Dahon Vigor P9 and Ultegra crankset?

    Many thanks!

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    1. tylsteveSeptember 23, 2015 at 6:35 AM

      You will need a road Hollowtech II type of Bb, 68mm English threaded.

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    2. UnknownSeptember 23, 2015 at 11:36 PM

      Thank you, will try it for my first upgrade
      Any advice for the second step?

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    3. tylsteveSeptember 24, 2015 at 8:48 AM

      Wheels and tires would make a big difference in speed.

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  5. AnonymousApril 25, 2016 at 4:53 AM

    Hi... Your blog gives me a lot of ideas ... I'm doing an upgrade Tern Link D8 and I have a problem: to mount Avid Brakes is necessary to replace the pivot bolts, the original ones are replaceable?

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    1. tylsteveApril 25, 2016 at 12:47 PM

      Are you referring to the mounts on the frame for the V brake calipers? There is no need to remove them if you are just changing to another V brake caliper.

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    2. Paolo MancaApril 25, 2016 at 5:19 PM

      Thank you for your answer. The original brakes have a deeper hole (for pivot) than Avid. To mount Avid seems necessary "to file the step" to the pivots to let them fully in their housing. For this, also seems that the pivots of the Tern accept only one type of brake. Is very strange.

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  6. Paolo MancaApril 25, 2016 at 5:20 AM

    Your blog gives me a lot of ideas ... I'm doing an upgrade Tern Link D8 and I have a problem: to mount Avid Brakes must be necessary to replace the pivot bolts, the originals are replaceable?

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    1. tylsteveApril 25, 2016 at 6:45 PM

      This is strange. When you install the Avid brakes, and tighten the bolt fully, is the brake still loose?

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    2. Paolo MancaApril 25, 2016 at 8:56 PM

      Yes... holes are different: those of Avid are shorter (the step of Tern pivots are longer: I can get pictures, but next days).

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  7. GnadJanuary 4, 2023 at 10:33 PM

    Not sure if this is the right place to ask, but do you have experience with paint job/fixing paint chips? There is not much info about which type of paint to use, brands, how best to do it, etc...especially on steel frames. It'd be nice if you can write a post about it with your experience.

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    1. tylsteveJanuary 5, 2023 at 6:59 AM

      I don't have experience with fixing paint. Hard to match the colours, especially with the glittery paint used nowadays.

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