tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post8980423235629822183..comments2024-03-26T08:39:46.290-04:00Comments on Hugh`s bicycle blog: Schwinn ExerciserUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger44125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-15496832683456653972017-05-30T12:44:37.060-04:002017-05-30T12:44:37.060-04:00I went to my local bike shop and he had pads that ...I went to my local bike shop and he had pads that work perfectly.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06581436588918088321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-9265703523759258412017-05-18T21:00:16.920-04:002017-05-18T21:00:16.920-04:00This the XR6 model from 1978 as seen here: http:...This the XR6 model from 1978 as seen here: http://schwinncruisers.com/catalogs/1978.htmlAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-75700449635422736402016-11-07T17:17:20.585-05:002016-11-07T17:17:20.585-05:00we just got a used bike, and the odometer doesn...we just got a used bike, and the odometer doesn't move so is there a cable supposed to be attached to it or is something wrong with the odometer?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-74459249769041951892016-08-02T09:09:37.564-04:002016-08-02T09:09:37.564-04:00The longer these are out of production the tougher...The longer these are out of production the tougher it is to locate replacement parts. All I can suggest is... check e bay on a regular basis. Everything shows up on e bay eventually.Hughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-2106315303588148902016-07-23T21:42:22.811-04:002016-07-23T21:42:22.811-04:00I just bought one of these bikes today. Is it pos...I just bought one of these bikes today. Is it possible to find replacement brake pads?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12469726943321396704noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-17721422822262171372016-04-08T13:42:58.266-04:002016-04-08T13:42:58.266-04:00The most common problem is the speedometer cable. ...The most common problem is the speedometer cable. They are difficult (if not impossible) to find n.o.s. There is also a thin piece that rotates with the weeel. (same side the speedo cable attaches) It is about 3/8 wide and 2 inches long made of thin metal. I am thinking.. if it is bent it could be hitting something as it rotates with the wheel. this piece you should be able to see. If I remember correctly it's bent on the end and placed between the spokes. It is visible, so if that's the problem you should be able to see it. But it is most likely the speedo cable. Sorry I cant be more helpful I got rid of mine about a year ago after stripping the re-usable parts. Good LuckHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-928552164743935832016-04-07T13:41:53.596-04:002016-04-07T13:41:53.596-04:00I have the same exerciser & it worked great un...I have the same exerciser & it worked great until yesterday when a ticking noise started from the front wheel.Do you have any idea what's wrong - we no longer have a manual for it. Thanks,<br />KarenAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-35669232734878126212016-02-26T14:03:18.970-05:002016-02-26T14:03:18.970-05:00hi; have a schwin xr8. odometer and speedometer do...hi; have a schwin xr8. odometer and speedometer do not work. no noises. the cable does not ease out of the odometer when i unscrew the nut, but it does come out of wheel end with about 7/8" of cable sticking out of cable wrap. any ideas as to what to do next?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12914395740384081413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-47343943094879552702016-02-26T14:01:21.771-05:002016-02-26T14:01:21.771-05:00hi; have a schwin xr8. odometer and speedometer do...hi; have a schwin xr8. odometer and speedometer do not work. no noises. the cable does not ease out of the odometer when i unscrew the nut, but it does come out of wheel end with about 7/8" of cable sticking out of cable wrap. any ideas as to what to do next?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12914395740384081413noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-56107942725407146372015-04-18T07:42:12.629-04:002015-04-18T07:42:12.629-04:00Where can I purchase a Ross Exerciser Speedometer ...Where can I purchase a Ross Exerciser Speedometer Cable (16 inch) for a Schwinn Trainer.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-50591963633952941502015-04-06T13:45:51.117-04:002015-04-06T13:45:51.117-04:00I have the exact exerciser! I bought it at a thri...I have the exact exerciser! I bought it at a thrift store after I had knee surgery. The doc said I should bike for therapy. I still use it regularly 9 years later. I had it 'tuned up' by the local bike repairman but now the speedometer is getting noisy... what kind of grease do I need for the cable? This model fits in small areas as opposed to the modern exercise bikes and it's of excellent quality. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-63342159036108030532015-01-31T20:39:01.813-05:002015-01-31T20:39:01.813-05:00We have this same Schwinn Exerciser (it was my gra...We have this same Schwinn Exerciser (it was my grandfather's bike). Our speedometer cable has broken and we are trying to find a replacement. Does anyone have any ideas?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-18322954589499267082015-01-15T09:26:40.618-05:002015-01-15T09:26:40.618-05:00Just found this great blog. I bought one of these...Just found this great blog. I bought one of these exact bikes new in 1979 at the Schwinn dealer in Charleston, Il. I'm sure I have the receipt filed away. Our bike has almost 8,000 miles on it, and the speedometer is just now starting to "squeal". The speedometer cable is well lubed and turns fine, so that's not the problem. I'll be disassembling the speedometer this weekend and lubricating the speedometer to hopefully stop the squealing. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-81250654931488362052014-12-19T09:44:29.491-05:002014-12-19T09:44:29.491-05:00 I too have the same bike, but there is a part or... I too have the same bike, but there is a part or two missing for adjusting the brake tension, that the knob screws in to. I have know idea what the assembly would look like from the under side. Could I make the part that is missing?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-87943544994831352642014-11-13T20:10:02.531-05:002014-11-13T20:10:02.531-05:00I found one of these in the dump just down the str...I found one of these in the dump just down the street from my house. It is missing the seat and handlebars, but everything seems to work perfectly, and the paint is pristine. I love finding Chicago Schwinn 3-, 5- and 10-speeds from the 60's and 70's at yard sales and second hand stores, and I couldn't believe this was just sitting there, head badge and all. It will soon be in my living room, partly for fun, partly for exercise, but if nothing else, simply as a piece of art and American history.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-32038091177141017912014-02-01T16:02:51.376-05:002014-02-01T16:02:51.376-05:00I have this same exact bicycle exerciser but the s...I have this same exact bicycle exerciser but the seat is messed up. The springs and metal of the under seat are bent. Where can I get a replacement seat and springs?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-36738444097545566962013-12-19T18:34:17.263-05:002013-12-19T18:34:17.263-05:00So did any one actually find out how much this mo...So did any one actually find out how much this model is actuality worth today and if i wanted to sell one where i could sell itTrue-non-conspiracyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07223084212685413888noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-76017753104320659742013-10-26T14:18:08.909-04:002013-10-26T14:18:08.909-04:00I do not appraise bikes, especially bikes I can...I do not appraise bikes, especially bikes I can't see and touch. I will however suggest checking Craig's List in your area for similar exercise bikes for sale.Hughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-10126512037302582352013-10-23T21:36:48.142-04:002013-10-23T21:36:48.142-04:00hi my name is maciej and me and my brother just bo...hi my name is maciej and me and my brother just bought a condo with one of these vintage schwinns in the basement i was just wondering whats the price range i can expect to sell it for? i tried it out and its a bit noisy but works just fine. I cant seem to find any pricing info on the web, than i saw this blog and figured someone can help me outAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-74638435954396844282013-09-07T17:48:48.733-04:002013-09-07T17:48:48.733-04:00I have always wondered why speedometers are put on...I have always wondered why speedometers are put on machines that do not move. It really is kind of silly. I agree all you really need is a timer and the felt brake pads to increase or decrease resistance.<br />cheersHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-40460613338612540422013-08-26T09:59:20.297-04:002013-08-26T09:59:20.297-04:00I found that same exact exerciser at a resale shop...I found that same exact exerciser at a resale shop. we all love it. And the speed odometer isnt working on it either. But we can do without that as long as the timer works. My mentally handicapped son and really go to town on it. He loves it too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-4778329319666105172012-07-21T14:08:10.487-04:002012-07-21T14:08:10.487-04:00Hey Anonymous,
Yeah they are very "retro cool...Hey Anonymous,<br />Yeah they are very "retro cool". Without seeing it, I can only guess. The inner cable has squared off ends. (the outer part of the cable is called the housing)The square ends fit into a squared off receiver at both ends. I would disconnect both ends then do the speedometer end first. Then when you do the wheel or worm gear end of the cable, you can turn the wheel a little to line up the squared off receiver end with the squared off end of the cable. If you fail to do that nothing happens because the cable is not turning the mechanism. If the inner cable is broken you can look for one on e bay. Same goes for the speedometer. I hope this helps. Good Luck<br /> CheersHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-34475719384015361312012-07-19T13:37:55.688-04:002012-07-19T13:37:55.688-04:00My exercisere speedometer quit working. Is it rep...My exercisere speedometer quit working. Is it repairable, if so, how?<br />This is a great exercise bike! I removed the speedometer and the cable came out of its' opening. Upon putting it in place, the speedometer failes to work. <br /><br />Any suggestions?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-36130790442706510362012-07-15T00:01:14.973-04:002012-07-15T00:01:14.973-04:00Hey smartwomenstupidcomputers
Good Luck with your ...Hey smartwomenstupidcomputers<br />Good Luck with your search. I agree they look very cool.<br /> Cheers,HughHughhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12986498277947032639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4155039544820521548.post-38597383566472315032012-07-11T14:17:24.467-04:002012-07-11T14:17:24.467-04:00I love this exerciser. I am looking for one each w...I love this exerciser. I am looking for one each week in my neck of the woods. So cool looking and I love old exercise bikes much more than the new battery ones, Less room and they are easy to use and look cool too.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com