Derailleur on Track ends?
08-07-09, 09:28 AM
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Derailleur on Track ends?
I've got a SS/FG Raleigh One-Way (not a C&V frame, but it wears C&V parts) that I'm considering putting some gears on. Its got horizontal track dropouts in the rear though.
Am i limited to an IGH or is there a way to put a derailleur on? Is there some way you can hang a derailleur off the rear wheel axel?
Am i limited to an IGH or is there a way to put a derailleur on? Is there some way you can hang a derailleur off the rear wheel axel?
08-07-09, 10:48 AM
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I considered that but its really meant to work on dropouts that face forward, not rearward. would it be safe?
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I think I would try it...
https://www.loosescrews.com/index.cgi...d=437464524974
It would make removing the wheel a pain, and potentially lead to occasional readjustments based on the wheel removal... But between the axle and the little bolt/nut, if there is room for the nut to grip, I think it should work.
But, I have never tried it.
https://www.loosescrews.com/index.cgi...d=437464524974
It would make removing the wheel a pain, and potentially lead to occasional readjustments based on the wheel removal... But between the axle and the little bolt/nut, if there is room for the nut to grip, I think it should work.
But, I have never tried it.
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the main concern would be the spacing in the rear I think.
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Way back guys did it, or had a tab brazed onto the bottom of the track end.
If you want indexing to work, the dimensioning and offset to centerline will have to be taken into account.
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try this:
https://www.downcycles.com/store/comp...-c-52_183.html
there are lots of replaceable derailier mounts, perhaps one of can be modified and bolted on to the dropout.
https://www.downcycles.com/store/comp...-c-52_183.html
there are lots of replaceable derailier mounts, perhaps one of can be modified and bolted on to the dropout.
08-07-09, 12:49 PM
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I have a couple of the Pyramid claws, so I can experiment with those. I also have a 120mm spaced 5 speed rear wheel which will fit fine.
Would I be better off using an Internal geared hub here? I've got a 3 speed sitting around.
Would I be better off using an Internal geared hub here? I've got a 3 speed sitting around.
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have a skilled builder brass on a derailleur hanger
they do it on mountain bike freeride and park frames
they do it on mountain bike freeride and park frames
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that would increase its versatility in the long run for sure.
anyone know a decent framebuiler in north Jersey?
anyone know a decent framebuiler in north Jersey?
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I think johnny cycles is out there
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https://www.chriswrightcycles.com/
this guy comes up on google
this guy comes up on google
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A friend has his track frame converted to geared by brazing a hanger cut from an old frame to the track dropout. Weird looking, but worked OK.
