Originally Posted by
eschlwc
are the dt shifters simplex?
i had the same issue with the simplex shifters on my early '70s pr10, and i didn't find a solution other than removing every bit of slack from the cable. the throw was still rather long, even though it was just a 5-speed.
The Simplex shifters on the Grand Prix require more movement to change than the Campagnolo shifters on the International.
I wonder what period Huret are like?