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Old 03-11-08 | 01:26 PM
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Derailer Issue

When I installed my new derailer it came out folded more than it seems it should be, and in a high gear the chain will actually rub against the derailer. The bike is rideable and shifts fine, but I am concerned about the chain being damaged from the derailer. How do I go about fixing this?

https://img183.imageshack.us/my.php?i...erailerzr7.jpg - sorry the pic wont show up otherwise


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Old 03-11-08 | 01:34 PM
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If you could post a picture you'll probably get more help.
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Old 03-11-08 | 01:39 PM
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I tried to post a pic but it didn't seem to work so https://img183.imageshack.us/my.php?i...erailerzr7.jpg
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Old 03-11-08 | 01:46 PM
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Try removing a couple links from your chain. It appears to be too long.
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Old 03-11-08 | 03:22 PM
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Your chain stays are too short.
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Old 03-11-08 | 03:27 PM
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Your chain stays are too short.
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you need a park chainstay shortener:

https://www.globalbikesonline.com/cat...chain-tool.jpg
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Old 03-11-08 | 03:42 PM
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F that, way too much work. just convert it to single speed. SS are good for everything, right? Right?
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