I was messing around with the stem height and I do need to lower it back down. As far as the brake housing goes, the distance is very short between the crosstop levers and the front brake. This put tension on the lever and was keeping it popped open. I couldn't come up with any other setup that kept the housing in front of the bars and wasn't doing this. As it is though it allows a full range of motion and isn't getting in the way and the braking is fine.

I checked the side of my shift levers, and was surprised to see a knob on the side of the lever. I tightened that down and setup the front derailleur again and it is now shifting fine, so thanks guys!

It's when I have things set to the biggest gear and biggest chainring that has the rear derailleur pulled forward like that. If that looks normal then I'll keep it how it is.



Also, for future reference, how do you guys replace derailleurs on old 10 speeds like mine? Do you just have to get newer 6/7 speed rear derailleurs and say goodbye to index shifting? What about the front?