The "I need something you might throw away" thread

[Arrie]

  On 10/5/2023 at 12:57 PM, NotSoBigBen said:

I need some of those batteries, I have 2 units that have stuffed batteries sadly

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@NotSoBigBen are you willing to sell 1 of those units

[NotSoBigBen]

  On 10/5/2023 at 1:04 PM, Arrie said:

@NotSoBigBen are you willing to sell 1 of those units

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I may but not yet, I have this idea I'm busy with to use 2*18650's and 1 of the 'control units' in a 3D printed 'container' for want of a better word

Busy with the design, hope to print a prototype in the coming days

I'll keep y'all updated

[RobertWhitehead]

Does anyone have a box full or even just one of these? I find it very weird that I ran out of them . No need for the screws and spacers

[Barry]

  On 10/7/2023 at 12:45 PM, RobertWhitehead said:

Does anyone have a box full or even just one of these? I find it very weird that I ran out of them . No need for the screws and spacers

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I have a handful you are welcome to them.

[RossTopher]

spent some time fixing a security guards bike. new cables and all, only to find the front (3x) shifter is toast, as is the rear brake caliper. while the shifter isnt a deal breaker, the stopping mechanism is kinda key.

front brake works but has no pads.

does anyone either have an set of calipers or some parts i can try restore the brakes with and anyone know what pads work on those cheap cable discs?

its on on of those Melinda mountain bikes, the brake name looks like it says Tessa or similar - possibly like a promax

 

i'll send a photo shortly

[Barry]

  On 10/7/2023 at 12:45 PM, RobertWhitehead said:

Does anyone have a box full or even just one of these? I find it very weird that I ran out of them . No need for the screws and spacers

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I have plenty bolts too. Let me know what you need.

[RobertWhitehead]

  On 10/7/2023 at 2:23 PM, RossTopher said:

spent some time fixing a security guards bike. new cables and all, only to find the front (3x) shifter is toast, as is the rear brake caliper. while the shifter isnt a deal breaker, the stopping mechanism is kinda key.

front brake works but has no pads.

does anyone either have an set of calipers or some parts i can try restore the brakes with and anyone know what pads work on those cheap cable discs?

its on on of those Melinda mountain bikes, the brake name looks like it says Tessa or similar - possibly like a promax

 

i'll send a photo shortly

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I will gift him a new set of hydraulic along with a shifter, send me a dm

[RobertWhitehead]

  On 10/7/2023 at 2:27 PM, Barry said:

Snip

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I need this one please Barry

[Barry]

  On 10/7/2023 at 3:08 PM, RobertWhitehead said:

I need this one please Barry

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Sure no problem take them all then you have a variety. Give me a shout or get Philippe to pop by. 

[RobertWhitehead]

Awesome, thank you. I will be in touch. 

[RossTopher]

  On 10/7/2023 at 2:41 PM, RobertWhitehead said:

I will gift him a new set of hydraulic along with a shifter, send me a dm

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thanks Robert. hate to look a gifthorse in the mouth, but i think hydro's may complicate matters.

its beyond my abilities, and he works night shifts, so i only get to work on it after hours.

i may stump up for a set of brake calipers if i find some going for cheap

[Sampaj]

Looking for a vintage road seat post 20mm - happy to purchase or free if it’s going. Thanks 0618488324

[Sampaj]

Looking for a vintage road seat post - 21mm I think. Happy to pay to thank you 

[Da Vinci]

I am looking for an SLX shifter - it’s my LHS one. 
I just donated the Avids the bike came with and now I can’t in all good consciousness sell a bike with a shot brake lever.

The idea of buying a whole new set of brakes for a bike that’s on the market for a song, is a tough sit with me. 
 

If anyone has one lying around it would be appreciated- happy to pay for it. 😊

[Barry]

  On 10/21/2023 at 8:47 AM, Da Vinci said:

I am looking for an SLX shifter - it’s my LHS one. 
I just donated the Avids the bike came with and now I can’t in all good consciousness sell a bike with a shot brake lever.

The idea of buying a whole new set of brakes for a bike that’s on the market for a song, is a tough sit with me. 
 

If anyone has one lying around it would be appreciated- happy to pay for it. 😊

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Are you looking for a SLX shifter or brakes? Or both?.

[ChrisF]

  On 10/21/2023 at 8:47 AM, Da Vinci said:

I am looking for an SLX shifter - it’s my LHS one. 
I just donated the Avids the bike came with and now I can’t in all good consciousness sell a bike with a shot brake lever.

The idea of buying a whole new set of brakes for a bike that’s on the market for a song, is a tough sit with me. 
 

If anyone has one lying around it would be appreciated- happy to pay for it. 😊

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Do you have a photo ?