Draggy RD pulleys?
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Just got a load of parts I've ordered, and among them an XT rear derailer.
My question is simply, is it normal for the pulleys to be slow-rolling?
I expected them to spin for a good while, but they stop immediately if I spin them.
My question is simply, is it normal for the pulleys to be slow-rolling?
I expected them to spin for a good while, but they stop immediately if I spin them.
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low mass, low inertia, they are plastic. They also have a rubber seal that creates a little drag but also keeps the crud out.
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Ok, so it's normal? Good!
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Originally Posted by powers2b
There are no bearings in der pulleys.
Rev is correct.
It is normal
Enjoy
Rev is correct.
It is normal
Enjoy
Bearings if you want them, my Huret replacement spins great.
No, they don't have bearings anymore I guess, one more thing to maintain\wear.
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XT has ball bearings in one and a ceramic bushing in the other. Since I have had more than one, I took the ball bearing pulley from the old one and made a full ball unit. When propperly greased they are vastly superior in the rain and muck.