Originally Posted by veganbikes

I am curious as others should have been (unless I missed it) why do you think you need a new front derailleur? Have you had a mechanic take a look at it?

Keep in mind this is a wally-mart bike so I wouldn't put much time or money towards it unless it is absolutely necessary and then know that those new parts and the time to install could go above the cost of the bike quickly and won't increase the value of the bike.