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Doug64
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Repair Help Articles | Park Tool
Park has good, easy to follow instructions on how to adjust the derailleurs' limit settings and cable tension.
It might be a good idea to go through all your cables at the same time. It is a good exercise in brake adjustment. I'd recommend getting the complete kit, which includes new ferrules and housing. Check out the online bike stores for good prices on kits.
Yea, what he said.
Big Blue Book of Bicycle Repair ? 3rd Edition | Park Tool
Park tools, Big Blue Book Of Bicycle Repair. A person on a bicycle tour should be able to take their cycle apart and put it back togther.
Before you spend any money, check the frame for cracks. Then look down the frame to see that it is not bent.
All is well? replaceing the cables and cable housing is a good place to start. New brake pads? Grease the wheel bearings?
Some people have learned bicycle mechanics by voluntering at the local bike coop or a charity that fixes bikes for children. If you live in Wapiti Wy, you might enjoy park tools videos on youtube.