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Crankset for 2006 Raleigh MTB
I have a Raleigh MTB "Sports" with 6061 aluminum frame that was bought new in 2006 or 2007. It's undergone various repairs over the years and I'm still decently happy with it.
However, ...
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I failed to replace my chain at the proper interval. Will I have to replace my whole drivetrain?
My bicycle is a 2012 Specialized Secteur. It has 6000 miles (10000 km), and I have never replaced the chain.
I recently began noticing that the chain always seems out of alignment with the rear ...
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Do I need to replace my chain ring and cassette? Images attached
I know I should replace them if they "look like shark teeth", but I don't know what exactly what shark teeth look like. I know they don't exactly look new, but do they need to be replaced ...
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Front chain ring wear
Photo attached. Does the front chainring should be changed?
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In case if yes. Almost all that exists for affordable prices is made from aluminum. Is it significantly weaker than from ...
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How long can I safely use a chain for?
My chain is well over the 0.75% extension at which I would normally replace it.
However, the cassette and chainrings are also old enough that a new chain would slip on them, so they would also need ...
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Uneven Chain Ring Wear, or Manufactured This Way?
Bike - Trek DS 8.6 (2016) hybrid. Purchased August 2016
Chain set / chain rings - FSA Dynadrive 48/36/26
Shimano Deore front and rear derailleurs
Chain - KMC
Bike usage - roughly 600 miles since ...
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If chain/ BB/ casette are dead can chainrings and derailleurs still be OK?
I bought a brand new bike last May (2015 Brodie Elan) and proceeded to put 11,000km on it by November (cross Canada ride plus some commuting).
Around the 11,000km mark I brought it back to the shop ...
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Rear Cassette worn + needs replacing - what other components to replace?
I have picked up a bike (Specialized Allez) recently that has a very worn cassette from not replacing the chain for an extended period of time. Therefore am looking to change it. I was wondering what ...
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Do aluminium chainrings/cassettes contribute to chain wear?
In trying to achieve a long lasting, low maintenance drivetrain, I've read statements about aluminium oxide being the source of the black colour of chain dirt and also being highly abrasive:
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What are common causes of premature chainring wear?
My bike mechanic told me today that my front chainrings are starting to wear out and I should consider replacing it soon (with my next chain replacement). The cassette is still in good condition and ...
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Does this chainring need to be replaced?
Here is a closeup of my triple:
All three rings are Shimano Ultegra and have never been changed. They probably have at least 12000+ km on them. I've been pretty good about changing the chain ...
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