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phtomita 02-07-18 05:27 PM

Bottom bracket cable guide
 
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Is it recommended to replace the plastic bottom bracket cable guide on old bikes?
My bike is from 1985/1986, so 32 years old.

The piece looks ok. It doesn't have the screw as in the ones I see on internet.
There is a hole on the frame (around 7.8mm) and you just push it to it.

Ghrumpy 02-07-18 05:39 PM

No. Not unless it's no longer guiding your cable. If it ain't broke....

In your case, you will have some trouble finding another guide that fits that hole in your frame anyway.

John E 02-08-18 10:34 AM

My Bianchi (1982 model, 1981 production) and my son's Peugeot (1980) both have a similar setup, and I have no plans to replace either guide. If I did, I would be inclined to run a couple of short pieces of cable housing under the BB.

phtomita 02-08-18 11:16 AM

Thank you - yes there is no easy new replacement from what I looked on internet.
Thank you will use it care, so don't break down.

fietsbob 02-08-18 12:41 PM


There is a hole on the frame (around 7.8mm) and you just push it to it.
Feature: that benefits by staying open to let condensation moisture continue dripping out the bottom ..

Andy_K 02-08-18 12:58 PM

That's actually very cool. On my frame with brazed on steel cable guides I use a short section of housing liner ($7 will get you a lifetime supply) to minimize the friction. If you have any problems with your cable guide (or even if you just want to protect the guide from wear) you could try that.


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