Front dr to use with Cyclone-2 rear?
04-22-12, 07:59 AM
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Front dr to use with Cyclone-2 rear?
I'm putting parts together to build up my bike after paint and I'm not sure what front dr is most appropriate to go along with a Cyclone-2 long cage rear.
I'm sure you guys know what I should use up front and any help is greatly appreciated.
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I'm sure you guys know what I should use up front and any help is greatly appreciated.
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Cyclone Mk II rear derailleur? I've seen those matched with Cyclone Mk II front derailleurs, or with Suntour NSL.
04-22-12, 09:02 AM
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Thanks, Yes it's a Mk II.
Do you you think it would look horribly out of place to use a Suntour-VX or a Suntour-7 with it?
Do you you think it would look horribly out of place to use a Suntour-VX or a Suntour-7 with it?
04-22-12, 09:40 AM
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If it was my bike and I wasn't doing a restoration I'd have NO qualms about pairing it to a Suntour Vx.
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Do you you think it would look horribly out of place to use a Suntour-VX or a Suntour-7 with it?
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Just a note about the Mk2 RD - My experience with it is limited to just one and a fraction. The cage spring broke so I found a replacement in an inexpensive ebay package of derailleurs for parts. It struck me that the design was perfect for trapping water in the spring cavity. So a rusty spring wasn't a surprise. And of course when metal pieces get rusty they break easily. You might want to check yours.
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04-22-12, 04:12 PM
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The rd I have is in great shape but I will double check the spring, I actually have another for parts if I need it.
I also did receive a PM from one member about their experience with a Cyclone Mk2 front, apparently theirs had a weak pivot and it broke. I'll take a look at the ones on E-bay and see what they look like.
Thanks all!
-Steve
I also did receive a PM from one member about their experience with a Cyclone Mk2 front, apparently theirs had a weak pivot and it broke. I'll take a look at the ones on E-bay and see what they look like.
Thanks all!
-Steve
04-22-12, 04:18 PM
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Isn't the Suntour 7 the one with all the holes drilled in it? I think I'd much prefer one of the other models.
04-22-12, 05:40 PM
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I have two 7s of different ages, neither has holes in it but I think I know what you're talking about.
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