Finding Ferrules...
04-29-06, 11:59 AM
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Finding Ferrules...
I have two early 80's frames that I'm building up at the moment. One thing I've noticed about them is that the cable anchor takes a smaller ferrule than recent bikes. Is this typical of older bikes?. Why are there different ferrule sizes in the first place, seems like unnecessary complication.
Also, does anyone have a source for these smaller ferrules(4mm?), all I seem to be able to find round these parts are 5mm ferrules.
Also, does anyone have a source for these smaller ferrules(4mm?), all I seem to be able to find round these parts are 5mm ferrules.
05-01-06, 05:16 AM
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If the cable anchor is a good fit for the cable, you may not need ferrules. I have seen several bikes like that, with both the frame and components not needing ferrules because the cable fits neatly into the anchors.
05-01-06, 12:04 PM
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I tried that, it stripped the cable, although it wasn't exactly a good fit. Even if it is a tight fit, won't you just end up with stripped cables?
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www.loosescrews.com will have the ferrules you need.
05-02-06, 05:13 AM
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Have you tried end caps for SIS cable? SIS cable is available in both 4 & 5mm.
05-02-06, 02:05 PM
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If this is for a brake cable, the hole in a gear cable ferrule may be a bit small, but can easily be drilled out.
