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dddd: You are likely correct on the cassette. The seller claimed it was a Suntour cassette and I have not removed and inspected. I like your point on the friction shifting differences and I will be using a new 8 speed chain. I will probably keep the Uniglide freehub based on your feedback.
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Phil_gretz and [MENTION=6981]miamijim[/MENTION]: I have not removed the freehub yet but I am pretty certain the 105 hub is an early one that is not compatible with a hyperglide freehub body. ]
I'll check the video later, no youtube at work, but I'm almost certain your hub is compatible. There is no messing around with pawls and springs and bearings. For the most part its a straightforward swap.