Thread: do I need to cut off the FD bracket?
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Old 03-11-17 | 09:00 AM
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Originally Posted by geezerwheels
I'm converting a vintage steel frame to new drive train...and need some advice on how to deal with the front derailleur.
Without knowing any details of the vintage frame generally hacking off brackets from vintage frames is something best avoided, leave the frame as it is.

Andy suggestion of elongating the bracket holes seems excellent idea.
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