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Old 06-26-15 | 11:39 AM
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Chief
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Originally Posted by FBinNY
It's problematic to establish a solid bite on carbon dropouts without tearing them apart. (one good argument against non-metal dropouts). So, I don't think the OP will ever get enough bite to hold fast against chain tension. That's why it's critical that the top forward axle position (on both sides, but certainly on the right) provides perfect wheel centering.

If the wheel has to be canted back off the forward face of the right dropout, the chain tension will always pull it back forward, which is what the OP is reporting. As I said, it's either a wheel dish or rear triangle problem, (third time's the charm?) and needs to be properly diagnosed and fixed. I don't know which, nor how new or old the frame is, so I hesitate to advise further except to see a dealer who actually knows what he's doing.
(my hi-light in red) I haven't been keeping up with all of the latest trends in bike mfr'ing, but all carbon drop-outs!?!? Wow, that can't be a good idea, can it? Can layers of fiber strands and plastic resin really be as crush-proof as a metal alloy?

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