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Old 09-25-22, 04:18 AM
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Originally Posted by steelbikeguy
Having had two lower pivot springs break on SunTour Cyclones ……… I now look at them with a bit of concern.
I’ve also had two break, at the same point. Fixed both and both are still in service. Others have too. Search around. I submit the key is to not seek a 90° bend on the new tab. A few degrees less works just as well and less metal stress. I have 3 Cyclones in the fleet and they all serve me well.
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