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05-02-21, 11:56 PM

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Quote:

Originally Posted by mrrabbit

Scenario A: "Center the wheel. Here's the tool. Check top, bottom and front. Re-attach derailleur. Adjust. Good to go."

Scenario B: "Check the wheel dish OR put in and center a properly dished wheel. Check top, bottom and front. If you are curious, you can check the rear too. Re-attach derailleur. Adjust. Good to go."

One is technically correct.

One is also technically correct AND good advice. See if you figure out why.

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I’ve already figured it out. Scenario A is correct and good advice. Scenario B includes thoroughly unnecessary steps.

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