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Old 06-15-10, 07:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Grand Bois
Too bad it's an unplated slotted screw that always rusts. That's the only negative thing I have to say about Simplex Retrofrictions.
That's why I replaced them with domed allen head type water bottle cage bolts:

Looks better, easier to install/remove plus they are usually more corrosion resistant/better finshed than the slotted screws that came with the shifters.
Best yet, I never had to pay for them as the LBS usually hands them out for free....if they like you enough

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