Joined: Nov 2010
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From: The Garden State
Bikes: 1917 Loomis, 1923 Rudge, 1930 Hercules Renown, 1947 Mclean, 1948 JA Holland, 1955 Hetchins, 1957 Carlton Flyer, 1962 Raleigh Sport, 1978&81 Raleigh Gomp GS', 2010 Raliegh Clubman
Consider the fact that the cable wore through a very thin guide (small surface area) in what 10-15 years? the BB shell is thicker and presents a surface area 1,000's of times larger. You'll be in the grave before that cable does any serious damage.
Ride on and forgetaboutit.