Changing 8 speed cassette to 10 speed
03-18-17, 09:01 PM
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Changing 8 speed cassette to 10 speed
Need advice please.
I own a 2005 a trek 4500. My crank seems worn.
Would like to know if it's possible to change my 8 speed Shimano cassette to 10 speed, plus the crank. Original Deore derailler.
How would I go about it and what shimano shifters would I need?
I own a 2005 a trek 4500. My crank seems worn.
Would like to know if it's possible to change my 8 speed Shimano cassette to 10 speed, plus the crank. Original Deore derailler.
How would I go about it and what shimano shifters would I need?
03-19-17, 01:36 AM
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Nope.
But you definatly could run 9speed. Freehub is different and derailleur is different
But you definatly could run 9speed. Freehub is different and derailleur is different
03-19-17, 03:56 AM
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A 10 speed cassette WILL fit the hub. 8-10 speed are the same. Your rear derailleur may or may not have the range to work, it's hard to say. You would need 10 speed shifters, obviously.
03-19-17, 08:14 AM
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You'll need a new shifter, derailleur, cassette at the minimum.
03-20-17, 11:24 AM
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Take it to your LBS - they have tools to measure wear and will be able to help you if parts are worn.
I would recommend shifter, derailleur, chain, cassette and chain rings.
I would recommend shifter, derailleur, chain, cassette and chain rings.
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And a 10-speed chain.
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There is a good chance a lot more than the crank is worn with a bike that old. Considering it was a mid-range bike to start with, I would recommend putting it to one side and buying a new bike. The money you spend will be well worth it if you are a dedicated rider.
I know what it's like to keep an old clunker well beyond it's lifespan, you get attached to a bike that has given you so much pleasure but at the end of the day it's just a machine that needs replacing. Of course doing a full restore on an old bike for the love of it is another matter. I have done that too but I always have another bike I can use for my regular exercise.
2005 Trek 4500 - BikePedia
I know what it's like to keep an old clunker well beyond it's lifespan, you get attached to a bike that has given you so much pleasure but at the end of the day it's just a machine that needs replacing. Of course doing a full restore on an old bike for the love of it is another matter. I have done that too but I always have another bike I can use for my regular exercise.
2005 Trek 4500 - BikePedia
