Thread: Brake and Shifter Cable question How Much?
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Old 08-30-14, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by 73conti
Alright, things are making more sense.

Another question. Huret cable. I can buy NOS on ebay. Is that cable compatible with modern housing? For example if I buy jagwire brake cable and housing... can I use the housing on the Huret?
The older gear wires were thicker than modern ones, and so may not work with modern gear housing. However, they're thinner than modern brake wire and so will work very well in modern brake housing. One more reason to save by not buying costlier gear housing.
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