Cable disc brakes. I kept putting it off but it was riding like shit and didn’t feel safe, brake levers nearly contacting the handlebar. I had it in my head that the adjustment was like a 30 minute job. Grabbed Allen wrenches, a couple third hands, screwdrivers. 5 minutes and two Allen bolts later, all done. Topped off the tires with air, quick test ride, meat’s back on the menu. No real point to this post, but maybe you’ve made a quick adjustment or repair that made you happy?

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Oil/siliconed various gears and moving parts. Bike feels brand new.

Took less than 5 minutes. I really should do that more often.

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This whole thread is encouraging. I have acquired a used bicycle in a game of chance and I have been procrastinating on the rehab because I was anticipating it becoming some months long project.

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It can be a months long project or it can be a days long project. But it’s a worthwhile project and the best way to make it quicker is to start it sooner

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Phone holder and external battery I can click into it.

Make sure the battery has a high voltage because mine actually still makes my phone deplete over time…

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I fixed the creaky sound in the bottom bracket of my commuter. Pulled off the cranks and bearings, wiped everything clean, then reinstalled with fresh grease. Also cleaned the accumulated dirt off of that area of the frame, and wiped off the chainrings, while I was at it.

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