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Old 04-17-19 | 07:34 AM
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Originally Posted by MiloFrance
I have a stepdown ferrule but it doesn't step down enough. Currently using a normal ferrule to butt against the stop, and the cable ties for keeping it in place. Maybe the stop is distorted?
Is the "wall thickness" of a too-large ferrule enough to (patiently) file it down to fit? Certainly less risky than boring out the stop on the bike ( )
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