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Old 10-23-12 | 01:49 PM
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Besides the "chain take-up" capacity you will also need to consider the "largest rear cog" capacity of the derailleur you have. Some road type derailleurs will only accomodate a 28- or 30-tooth large cog; the jockey wheel may not have enough clearance from the 32-tooth cassette if this is the case. This capacity will specified be in the manufacturer's tech documents. Depending on the bike this capacity may be exceeded by a few teeth but you will need to try it and see.
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