Freewheel to freehub/cassette conversion - issues???
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Freewheel to freehub/cassette conversion - issues???
I've posted this over in the Mechanics forum, too, but Commuting and Clydes are my true homes around here, so I thought I'd post this here, too, in case any of you could help.
I've got a cheap-o hybrid w/ a Shimano Tourney RX-30 rear derailleur on it that is my only bike and a daily commuter at that. The rear wheel is shot (bent axle, broken spokes galore lately) , and I'm looking to replace it. The current wheel has a 7-speed Shimano freewheel on it, and I'm looking at a possible replacement wheel that has a Deore LX hub, on which I'd be running a 7 speed Shimano HG50 cassette w/ similar gearing to what I have now.
Before I plop down my limited funds on a new wheel, cassette, etc., I just wanted to make sure there shouldn't be any issues with a conversion from freewheel to freehub as far as my Tourney derailleur and current shifters (basic Shimano V-brake easy-fire trigger type) are concerned. 7 speeds=7 speeds, whether they're on a freehub cassette or a freewheel, right?
Or is it overly naive to assume that a 7 speed Shimano shifter, a 7 speed Shimano rear derailleur, and a 7 speed Shimano cassette are all compatible?
I hope someone among you might be able to clarify things and hopefully reassure me enough so I can pull the trigger on this purchase and finally get my wheel woes taken care of...
Thanks all!
I've got a cheap-o hybrid w/ a Shimano Tourney RX-30 rear derailleur on it that is my only bike and a daily commuter at that. The rear wheel is shot (bent axle, broken spokes galore lately) , and I'm looking to replace it. The current wheel has a 7-speed Shimano freewheel on it, and I'm looking at a possible replacement wheel that has a Deore LX hub, on which I'd be running a 7 speed Shimano HG50 cassette w/ similar gearing to what I have now.
Before I plop down my limited funds on a new wheel, cassette, etc., I just wanted to make sure there shouldn't be any issues with a conversion from freewheel to freehub as far as my Tourney derailleur and current shifters (basic Shimano V-brake easy-fire trigger type) are concerned. 7 speeds=7 speeds, whether they're on a freehub cassette or a freewheel, right?
Or is it overly naive to assume that a 7 speed Shimano shifter, a 7 speed Shimano rear derailleur, and a 7 speed Shimano cassette are all compatible?
I hope someone among you might be able to clarify things and hopefully reassure me enough so I can pull the trigger on this purchase and finally get my wheel woes taken care of...
Thanks all!
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It is pretty much plug and play... the spacing on a 7 speed cassette and freewheel are the same if you are comparing Shimano to Shimano and hub spacing should be the same but it a good idea to check.
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I made that transition on my bottom of the barrel mountain bike, it made a huge difference. It ride smoother and I can easily pull the cassette off after a particularly dirty ride. Plus I have hit some pretty hard drops without any damage to the axle. The best part was the easy switch, it took about 5 minutes of tuning the rear dr and my trigger shifters were back to normal.
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Excellent! Thanks for the quick replies, guys! Both wheels are 135 mm spacing, so that shouldn't be an issue. I'll be placing that order ASAP then.