Need New Shifter Cables
11-09-22, 09:31 PM
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/29506088377....c101112.m2109
If this link works, otherwise, there are lots of other sellers with the same cables and pricing. It states standard shipping, but the lemon seller actually uses Speedpack and I got my order in less than 2 weeks.
If this link works, otherwise, there are lots of other sellers with the same cables and pricing. It states standard shipping, but the lemon seller actually uses Speedpack and I got my order in less than 2 weeks.
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11-09-22, 09:34 PM
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https://www.ebay.com/itm/36338701640...Cclp%3A2047675
Here's a link for shifter cables @$8.US for 10
Here's a link for shifter cables @$8.US for 10
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11-09-22, 09:43 PM
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It has been a while since I've purchased shift cables. And, I don't remember having any issues with the old Nuovo Record shifters.
I did have to grind down the ends for using with my 11-speed Campy shifters.
I have a little diamond grinder from Harbor Freight (chainsaw sharpener) that I use for gently reducing something like the shifter cable slightly. I've found it to be quite handy, even if it doesn't have a tool rest.
I usually buy in bulk.
I only purchase stainless now.
Campy shift Cables: $2.80 each for 10 pack.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/224088459389
Shimano (oversized) shift cables: $0.90 each for 10 pack.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/384105255246
https://www.ebay.com/itm/363387016401
I did have to grind down the ends for using with my 11-speed Campy shifters.
I have a little diamond grinder from Harbor Freight (chainsaw sharpener) that I use for gently reducing something like the shifter cable slightly. I've found it to be quite handy, even if it doesn't have a tool rest.
I usually buy in bulk.
I only purchase stainless now.
Campy shift Cables: $2.80 each for 10 pack.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/224088459389
Shimano (oversized) shift cables: $0.90 each for 10 pack.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/384105255246
https://www.ebay.com/itm/363387016401
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11-09-22, 10:26 PM
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Searching "10" next time. Thanks for the links!
11-10-22, 12:01 AM
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Fibrax make a gear cable that works just fine with Campagnolo , Simplex levers with the sligthly smaller than Shimano end .
NO filing needed !
I bought a boxfull a while back ( 100 )
The Fibrax number for a box is FCG3102
If you can find a stockist they would have singles ?
11-10-22, 06:28 AM
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FWIW, I've converted standard "in-line barrel" cable ends to functional Huret disc-type cable ends by squeezing the barrel in a vise until it fits into the slot on the Huret shifter. Often, a little touch-up with a file is needed to get the proper fit. It seldom takes more than a couple of minutes altogether to modify the cable end.
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11-10-22, 10:52 AM
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My thanks to everyone.
One issue I'm having with the links you've helpfully provided is I do not use ebay, at all.
One issue I'm having with the links you've helpfully provided is I do not use ebay, at all.
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11-11-22, 11:32 PM
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With your help, I bought a kit via Amazon. It has all 4 cables (2 brake & 2 shifter), for $30. It seems steep but the cables would otherwise be $10 each, so I "saved" $10.
The kit comes with two different types of housing - LEX-SL L3 Cable Housing - LEX Reinforced, L3 Slick Lubed Liner and CGX L3 Low Compression Housing - CGX Reinforced, L3 Slick Lubed Liner, BLACK color.
I'll need an engineering PhD to understand the difference and figure out which housing goes where.
The kit comes with two different types of housing - LEX-SL L3 Cable Housing - LEX Reinforced, L3 Slick Lubed Liner and CGX L3 Low Compression Housing - CGX Reinforced, L3 Slick Lubed Liner, BLACK color.
I'll need an engineering PhD to understand the difference and figure out which housing goes where.
Last edited by Bad Lag; 11-11-22 at 11:35 PM.
11-12-22, 10:01 AM
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I can’t help you with the housing nomenclature from that particular vendor, but I can’t recommend compressionless brake housing highly enough.
11-12-22, 11:06 AM
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Any port in a storm?
Last cable set I bought was this one. It came with stainless cables and really decent shift housing. All the housing brake and shift was lined. for 10 bucks you could do worse.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Huffy-Bik...-Set/605952726
Last cable set I bought was this one. It came with stainless cables and really decent shift housing. All the housing brake and shift was lined. for 10 bucks you could do worse.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/Huffy-Bik...-Set/605952726
