Originally Posted by
seely
I would make sure the cables move freely, to start. They do have a little heavier feel, but shouldn't be difficult.
True. After replacing cables and/or housings as necessary and lubricating the cables and the derailleurs, the next step is to back off on the lever's tension. This is fundamentally a friction system, with the ratchet to help protect against automatic shifting.
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