Originally Posted by
skyzo
Well the thing is, its not a hanger, on these old school bikes they didnt have those. Its part of the actual frame, thats what I'm worried about.
Its an aluminum frame, so it would probably be pretty easy to bend back, but I'd like some more opinions before I jump into it and possible screw it up for good.
Thanks
When you were in the bike shop why didn't you get them to straighten that out?
The derailleur is one thing (you decided to find a cheaper option which is fine.... $140 is a lot), but the bent part is a totally different matter that also has to be fixed. If it were me, I'd have a competent shop do it because I just don't know how simple or dangerous it is to straighten that part.
As for your question on what to buy to replace it, what's on there now? (make and model)?