Originally Posted by
67tony
Great info, thanks for the replies.
Clearly, different strokes for different folks!
Drivetrain is 52/42/30, 12-25, and is all Shimano 5500 except for a 5603 FD.
I went with A, and chain length seems good.
Now, though, I've developed a different problem...it is reluctant to drop down into the 12 cog.
Limit is fine, and the RD is clean and lubed.
Also, the FD dropshifts hard...should I suspect this is normal?
If the RD is reluctant to drop to the smallest cog(s) I'd take a look at the cable up inside the brake/shifter. If it's frayed it won't let the RD travel to it's most outboard position. I've seen that on a couple Shimano set ups and it was a telltale sign that the cable was soon to break. If the cable is good I'd look at lubing the shifter mech itself. I can't help you with that, it's wheel with wings stuff for me or nothing
