Possible to convert Campy wheels to work with Shimano?
12-12-07, 03:04 PM
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Hub body?
Are you talking about the part that the cassette goes on or the actual hub? I want to use the campy hub, can I just change something on the hub but still use the existing hub?
Are you talking about the part that the cassette goes on or the actual hub? I want to use the campy hub, can I just change something on the hub but still use the existing hub?
12-12-07, 03:08 PM
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You could use a Campy to Shimano cassette. American Classic (along with several other companies) makes them. Those Conversion cassettes run about $100 though.
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12-12-07, 04:34 PM
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I'll try to clarify. Some third-party hub manufacturers (i.e., not Shimano and Campy) make interchangeable cassette bodies (the splined shell which accepts cassettes) which allow switching between Campy and Shimano. The part usually costs around $50-$60, but depends on the mfr. Mavic, for example, allows this.
If you are thinking about buying some wheels and then switching, best to make sure, in advance, that the part is available.
If you are thinking about buying some wheels and then switching, best to make sure, in advance, that the part is available.
12-12-07, 04:45 PM
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I'll try to clarify. Some third-party hub manufacturers (i.e., not Shimano and Campy) make interchangeable cassette bodies (the splined shell which accepts cassettes) which allow switching between Campy and Shimano. The part usually costs around $50-$60, but depends on the mfr. Mavic, for example, allows this.
If you are thinking about buying some wheels and then switching, best to make sure, in advance, that the part is available.
If you are thinking about buying some wheels and then switching, best to make sure, in advance, that the part is available.
12-12-07, 04:49 PM
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On most of the newer Campy wheels you can have the hub body changed (just the part the cassette sits not the whole hub) to take a Shimano cassette. I believe the retail for about 60 bucks or so and your local bike shop should be able to order it and install it for you.
12-12-07, 04:53 PM
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jtek shiftmate...I run a campy rear wheel on my otherwise shimano-equipped cross bike. Works like a charm:
https://jtekengineering.com/shiftmate.htm
https://jtekengineering.com/shiftmate.htm
12-12-07, 05:09 PM
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I've done this (though with 8 speed - 1995 Campagnolo Shamals)
Using a Campagnolo cassette or Campag compatible cassette with individual cogs (Chorus and Record have some cogs riveted with 10 speed so you will have to use another) and using shimano width spacers on the hub. Might need to fiddle with spacers but should be pretty simple actually.
Using a Campagnolo cassette or Campag compatible cassette with individual cogs (Chorus and Record have some cogs riveted with 10 speed so you will have to use another) and using shimano width spacers on the hub. Might need to fiddle with spacers but should be pretty simple actually.
12-12-07, 05:25 PM
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jtek shiftmate...I run a campy rear wheel on my otherwise shimano-equipped cross bike. Works like a charm:
https://jtekengineering.com/shiftmate.htm
https://jtekengineering.com/shiftmate.htm
Hey if I get that adapter from jtek does that mean I still have to buy a campy cassette since I cant use my shimano cassette, correct?
12-12-07, 05:47 PM
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A fellow BF'er pointed out that in the 2008 Campy catalogs (online) there are parts for Shimano compatible freehub bodies. In other words, you can use a 100% Campy hub with a Shimano or compatible cassette.
I believe this is an offshoot of the fact that Fulcrums were available with Shimano compatible freehub bodies from day one, and since Campy and Fulcrum are one and the same...
cdr
I believe this is an offshoot of the fact that Fulcrums were available with Shimano compatible freehub bodies from day one, and since Campy and Fulcrum are one and the same...
cdr
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12-13-07, 11:31 AM
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