Limiting DT Indexed levers?
01-18-17 | 02:50 PM
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Limiting DT Indexed levers?
Hi all,
So I have a mixed group of Shimano 600 I'm planning on running on a Zinn frame.
Levers:
VeloBase.com - Component: Shimano SL-6401, 600 Ultegra (8sp)
RD:
VeloBase.com - Component: Shimano RD-6401, 600 Ultegra
Hubs (6207 600EX, freewheel):
VeloBase.com - Component: Shimano FH-6207, 600EX (Freewheel hub)
The levers and RD are capable of running 8 (9?) gears, but the hubs are can only handle a 7 speed freewheel from what I understand. If I keep the levers in SIS mode, is there a way to limit the notches in the shifter? I wasn't sure if this questions has come up, sure it has, just didn't know how to word it.
Thanks!
So I have a mixed group of Shimano 600 I'm planning on running on a Zinn frame.
Levers:
VeloBase.com - Component: Shimano SL-6401, 600 Ultegra (8sp)
RD:
VeloBase.com - Component: Shimano RD-6401, 600 Ultegra
Hubs (6207 600EX, freewheel):
VeloBase.com - Component: Shimano FH-6207, 600EX (Freewheel hub)
The levers and RD are capable of running 8 (9?) gears, but the hubs are can only handle a 7 speed freewheel from what I understand. If I keep the levers in SIS mode, is there a way to limit the notches in the shifter? I wasn't sure if this questions has come up, sure it has, just didn't know how to word it.
Thanks!
Last edited by Parabolous; 01-18-17 at 02:53 PM.
01-18-17 | 02:53 PM
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8-speed indexed levers will shift a 7-speed cassette pretty well. You'll have an extra "notch" in the shifter, but that won't hurt anything. If you set the limit screws correctly on the rear derailleur that will keep you from using the extra notch.
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01-18-17 | 02:56 PM
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Cable tension will limit the travel of the lever just the same way it limits the travel of friction levers.
Last edited by Grand Bois; 01-18-17 at 03:02 PM.
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