Thread: Simplex RD on Campag 1010B hanger - can it be done?
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Old 02-09-09, 01:46 PM
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Originally Posted by cudak888


Been mulling this over ever since I got this SLJ. Is it possible? I fear that the larger, threaded hole is too large for the retaining bolt that this SLJ uses (of course, one can always use a larger bolt with a spacer to take up the gap), and that the Simplex stop against the Campagnolo DO will cause the RD to cant a few degrees clockwise of its proper position, putting excess strain on the two pivots.

Anyone have experience with this?

-Kurt
Works fine:



The Simplex dropouts used an unthreaded 9mm derailleur hanger. Campy dropouts are 10mm diameter. The difference is not a concern.
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