Originally Posted by Mr. Spadoni

X3speed
understand that you are trying to keep your bike as close to original for the Gravel Worlds, but the HG modification that several people have suggested really is a era appropriate modification. We’re talking about a pre internet time, when parts from Shimano were rapidly changing. There were times when it was necessary to make parts fit, because original parts simply weren’t available. You can make this modification and stay true to the flame. It’s easy. Even for a ham handed mechanic like me, it took just a few minutes.