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Questions about shifting between gears or the shifters themselves.

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Compatibility of 9-Speed Alivio Rear Shifter with a 9-Speed Deore Rear Derailleur

As a rule, you can take any 7, 8, or 9 speed Shimano rear derailleur and use it with a 7, 8, or 9 speed Shimano rear shifter. …
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Does my shifter need to be replaced after crash damage?

Based on your description and photo, probably not. As long as it still functions correctly. That is the key. So, if it still works and is not broken/cracked, go ahead and use it. Keep an eye on it …
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My front shifter does not shift into the largest chainring

This can cause the pawls in the shifter mechanism to not snap cleanly into the next notch, preventing the shifter from pulling the cable. … Also, cable strands can be introduced to your shifter ratchet if the fray is close to the shifter (notorious for current drop bar shifting mechanisms). …
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I can hear the rear wheel spokes brushing on rear derailleur

You did not mention if you had put any spacers on. With an 8-11 speed compatible freehub and an 8 speed cassette, you must use a 1.85 mm spacer. This spacer is placed on the freehub before putting the …
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Can shifting front derailleur while not peddling cause damage

Most likely that no damage has been done. If the front derailleur (FD) was forced very hard it is conceivable that some damage could occur, but it is unlikely. Also, the six-hour time duration shoul …
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Shimano 7 speed shifter with 9 speed drivetrain

Reason: to convert to 9 speed, you would need a different front shifter if it is index shifting. You would also need a new chain because a 9-speed chain is narrower than a 7-speed chain. …
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11 speed XT mountain cassete with 105 derailleur and shifter

Yes, it does have the same spacing, and with the 1.85mm spacer it will align perfectly on an 11-speed road hub.
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