Shimano 600 RD alignment issues......
04-29-15, 10:19 AM
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Shimano 600 RD alignment issues......
I have an 80s Raleigh Marathon that I am building. It's almost impossible to shift because of the severe angle of the cable between where it enters the derailleur body and the anchor bolt. I cannot figure out what I've got wrong. The drop out was slightly bent; but this seems to be miles off. It shifts perfectly after the extreme effort it takes to overcome that angle. Any ideas?
04-29-15, 11:13 AM
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I don't see any other options for fixing the cable. Are you 100% sure it isn't hanging up elsewhere along the run?
04-29-15, 11:17 AM
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Are you friction shifting?
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Yes. I can actuate the shifter by pulling the bare cable on the downtube and its just as difficult there; so I've ruled out the shifter.
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Is the cable and the housing new? Also, I would clean the the pivot points, and put a drop of oil on each.
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