STI Barrel adjuster won't stay put
08-31-06 | 01:47 AM
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STI Barrel adjuster won't stay put
I recently got a custom steel frame and it came with the brass STI adjusting barrel nuts on the
headtube. My problem is when I need to take up the cable slack by backing out the barrel nut, as soon as I am back on the small chainring, the barrel nut runs back against the stop. Do I need to change to the Shimano type barrel nut or is there something I can do with the brass ones. The brass does look nice, but I wish it would stay put when I adjust it. Thanks for any help in cluing me in.
headtube. My problem is when I need to take up the cable slack by backing out the barrel nut, as soon as I am back on the small chainring, the barrel nut runs back against the stop. Do I need to change to the Shimano type barrel nut or is there something I can do with the brass ones. The brass does look nice, but I wish it would stay put when I adjust it. Thanks for any help in cluing me in.
08-31-06 | 01:51 PM
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Bikes: '96 Litespeed Catalyst, '05 Litespeed Firenze, '06 Litespeed Tuscany, '20 Surly Midnight Special, All are 3x10. It is hilly around here!
Most barrel adjusters have a small coil spring over the threaded section to keep them under tension and prevent what you are experiencing. Try to find a pair of these springs from old brake or derailleur cable adjusters.
