Questions tagged [replacement]
Replacing parts, compatibility with existing or new equipment, finding suitable substitutes for old OEM parts, and so forth.
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Suitable Shimano integrated shifter/brake replacement for old STX
I am looking for a replacement of an old Shimano STX right shifter, from a Raleigh MT-200 (I am pretty sure this is accurate).
It is an integrated shifter, 7 gears, cantilever brakes.
Other than ...
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How do I choose a replacement wheel rim?
These are my current rims: Wheeltech TD26 by Alex Rims (can't find much info about these online). I need to replace the rear wheel as it is cracked (cracks on the rims around a few spokes)
It's a ...
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Shimano integrated shifter/brake: Cantilever compatible with V-Brake?
I have to replace an integrated shifter/brake, right side, 7 speed Shimano STX.
Is a shifter for V-brake (e.g., this) compatible?
Bobotech recommends here not to do such replacement.
This question ...
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Upgrade/Replacement options for Cannondale Headshok DD50?
I have an older Cannondale that I love.
It's an F600 comp (the special edition one in pumpkin orange), with a DD50 front shock.
The problem is that the DD50 is WORN as all heck. Even when locked ...
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Derailleur Pulley Wheel Compatibility
I can't find replacement pulley wheels for my derailer that are explicitly made for it. Should I be safe replacing them with a set with the same number of teeth (i.e., the same diameter) and targeted ...
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Putting wider wheels on a hybrid bike
I've recently had a bike donated to me by a friend so I can start commuting to work. It's a hybrid style bike, and uses 700x32C tyres. My ride to work is along a pretty bumpy, muddy canal path and my ...
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Using only the brake lever, separated from an integrated shifter/brake
I have an old Shimano STX integrated shifter/brake. The shifter part is broken.
Can I separate the shifter part, with reasonable effort, so I use only the brake and get a new shifter?
From what I ...
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120 mm fork with a frame designed for 100 mm fork?
I have a Cube Reaction Team 2011. It came with a Fox Alps 32 fork, 100 mm travel (26"). The fork is now ruined and I need a replacement (on a rather tight budget) and I found a good price for a ...
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I just replaced my cassette, do I need replace the 2 month old chain?
I replaced both my cassette and chain in July (2.5 months ago).
For some reason my chain started skipping when I was in the smallest cog in back. I took it to a shop, they could not find anything ...
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How to remove and find a compatible chainring for my FSA Comet 1x10
I currently have a 30 tooth chainring on my Devinci Kobain. The gearing is a little too tough for my current fitness level. I am considering putting a smaller chainring on it (as per this question).
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SRAM Rival brake caliper screws/bolts are rusty, how to replace?
I have a full SRAM Rival groupset from 2011. Having used it in humid and rainy places for a while, most of the parts are OK, but the small button-head screws (or bolts?) in the QR pivot for the brake ...
