Classic & Vintage - Shimano 600 Brake Lever Replacement Hoods

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kirosky
08-28-12, 03:09 AM
Anyone know of a "perfect" fit or close enough replacement for old Shimano 600 brake lever hoods?
Any assistance greatly appreciated! =))

smoothness
08-28-12, 01:32 PM
pics or the levers/hoods don't exist.

in seriousness, a picture or model number would be helpful.
ColonelJLloyd
08-28-12, 01:46 PM
Dia Compe 204 non-aero hoods are a close enough fit for the Shimano 600 non-aero levers.

puchfinnland
08-28-12, 02:24 PM
I think he wants these...(they are NOS...levers and hoods!:D)
http://i51.photobucket.com/albums/f394/rivieraproject/bicycles/shimano600.jpg
lostarchitect
08-28-12, 02:39 PM
Dia Compe 204 non-aero hoods are a close enough fit for the Shimano 600 non-aero levers.

+1, I tried these and they fit pretty well.
eschlwc
08-28-12, 03:20 PM
if those dia-compe hoods fit, does that mean the ubiquitous cane creek hoods one can find anywhere ('new' on ebay for around $10 delivered) will fit just as well?
23skidoo
08-28-12, 03:37 PM
The Cane Creek hoods are a sloppy fit and need to be modified a bit to accommodate the levers when depressed. You might check out ebay seller Mike Fraysse who apparently has an inexhaustible supply of the correct NOS levers at $29.99 a pop.
lostarchitect
08-28-12, 04:08 PM
if those dia-compe hoods fit, does that mean the ubiquitous cane creek hoods one can find anywhere ('new' on ebay for around $10 delivered) will fit just as well?

Those are not exactly the same, and they are a little looser. On the other hand they're cheap and easy to find, and IMO they fit OK.