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Old 10-18-04 | 12:06 PM
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Squeaky Shifters

I have Shimano 105 STI Shifters, and lately they've been squeaking a bit when I shift. Should I lubricate them? And if so, where, and with what?
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Old 10-18-04 | 04:57 PM
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Hold the brake open and spray a wet chain lube into them. Don't use a wax-based lube.
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