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Old 09-13-04, 08:42 AM
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jonoyakker
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Help-Shimano Shifters Hanging Up

Hi,
Have 2 Specialized bikes with Shimano Rapid-Fire(think they're called) and after about 5 years, they started hanging up-wouldn't shift most of the time. The levers move, but not the cables. Upon inspection, I see the little pawls in the shifters are sticking and not grabbing the ratchets. Have tried WD 40 and also elec. cleaner which both work for a short time. Is there a lube that works to keep the pawls free?

Thanks, Jon
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