Thread: Cassette Lockring???
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Old 10-28-10 | 06:32 PM
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Originally Posted by callumc_103
Will i be able to replace this with a fixed sprocket and lockring ?
No.

Fixed gear hub / sprocket systems use the same thread for the sprocket, but have a stepped smaller reverse threaded lockring so reverse torque on the sprocket tends to tighten not loosen the lockring, so it's reliably kept in place.
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