Can I convert my old Kestral w/a Shimano 600 bar end shifter set &amp; 2 chainrings up front with an 8 speed cassette on the rear? Thanks!
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I believe that would work. Except for the type of shifters replaced, it sounds almost exactly what I did.
1928153
No you need a FreeWheel type sprocket 6,7,or 8 speed available here http://www.amazon.com/sprocket-bicycle-chain-complete-accessories/forum/Fx3UFVVOO3Q29FB/Tx2DIFYOFGFJTR6/1?_encoding=UTF8&asin;=B000AO9KUC&cdEmailView;=8b290b24-c1b7-4323-9388-0ac7910c1df6.Tx2DIFYOFGFJTR6&cdShowAnswer;=1&forceSignin;=1
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You could if you're using it with an 8 speed shifter but I wouldn't advise it. In other words, the answer has to be no. The 7 and 8 speed cassettes have the same width, end to end, in order to fit the frame spacing. So, by definition, the spacing of the individual gears has to different and must be matched to their respective shifters. Does that make sense?
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Yes, with a little work..... The 8/9/10 cassette is 4.5mm wider then the 7speed, so the 7speed will be too short (this wheel has a freewheel designed for the 8/9/10 cassette. Luckily there are spacers available for a couple of bucks...Search for 7 speed spacer and you should find one easily. The only caveat I will warn about is that if your cassette is not Shimano/SRAM then you may run into issues there too. But then a 7 speed cassette is easily found for $15-20 and do not forget that you will need appropriate tools for the switch (or go to your local Bike Shop). Yes, with a little work..... The 8/9/10 cassette is 4.5mm wider then the 7speed, so the 7speed will be too short (this wheel has a freewheel designed for the 8/9/10 cassette. Luckily there are spacers available for a couple of bucks...Search for 7 speed spacer and you should find one easily. The only caveat I will warn about is that if your cassette is not Shimano/SRAM then you may run into issues there too. But then a 7 speed cassette is easily found for $15-20 and do not forget that you will need appropriate tools for the switch (or go to your local... » Read More Yes, with a little work..... The 8/9/10 cassette is 4.5mm wider then the 7speed, so the 7speed will be too short (this wheel has a freewheel designed for the 8/9/10 cassette. Luckily there are spacers available for a couple of bucks...Search for 7 speed spacer and you should find one easily. The only caveat I will warn about is that if your cassette is not Shimano/SRAM then you may run into issues there too. But then a 7 speed cassette is easily found for $15-20 and do not forget that you will need appropriate tools for the switch (or go to your local Bike Shop). « Show Less
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I dont see why not. I use a 9 speed cassette and wheels compatible with 9 speed cassettes are compatible with 8 speed cassettes.
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The shifter I purchased was model TX30-7R for 7-disk free wheels (see photo to left). My shifter has 7 "gears". I imagine Shimano sells a 6 position shifter, too. Was that the model you saw? Mike
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why would you want a 7 speed mega range freewheel on a 6 speed bike?the 7th oversized mega cog wont even be accesable with 6 speed shifters and derailleur,why not get a 6 speed mega freewheel(shimano MF-TZ20 tourney 14-34 tooth 6 speed),make sure your shifters and derailleur are mega compatable!!!!!!!
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You would need a 10 sped chain (thinner than 9 sped to fit the 10 speed cogs) Also you may need a different front derailleur if going from a double to a triple Shimano has a Web site technical documents specifications or call Shimano technical departmeant
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If your going to just swap out the gear hub, you will need new spokes and have some one lace the new hub into the original rim , then just change the selector and everything should bolt onto your frame, I converted my 24 speed mountain bike to the 8 speed gear hub and enjoy it , I never changed gears on the front chain rings so no loss to me, I like simplicity
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Yes, absolutely! Just make sure you choose the shifter set that matches the number of gears on your rear hub!
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Hi! I doubt it could even handle 9 speed; SHIMANO gear is dialed in tight these days. It can definitely use XTR 10 speed Chain quite well however as I have and a recommended Upgrade As is the XTR/DURA ACE level bottom bracket and cable sets. Stick with the spec's! Happy Trails
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Sup mark, you would slip them on the handle bars (they indicate which one goes on the right side and left side). The "double" rings you see on the shifters can be tightened down to a custom fit by using a screwdriver, you can put the shifting levers to the angle of your desire. Afterwards you would just wire the cables through you bike and to your derailleurs. if you have more questions, feel free to ask lol. hope this helps.
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Are you upgrading to 8spd? If so, you will likely need to replace the chain, deraileur, and shifters to accommodate the extra gear.
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Yeah, it will fit. You will need a 9 speed chain for sure. The front shifter on a 4300 is designed for an 8 speed, so you can tweek the derailleur until it just barely works, or buy a new 9 shifter too.
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well seeing as nobody else has answered your question properly...no. You have a 3x6 speed, so you'll need 3x6 shifters, unless you want an extra click in your shifters...you could also go and get a 7 speed rear cassette (which would also need a new rear wheel) and then, hey presto! more gears to play with! So, in short, this will not work properly.
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sure, the shifter will work the same with any size chainring, it is the derailleur that is specific to chainring size
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Yes. It will work fine. The front deraillure is no problem. You can run whatever front deraillure you want. For example, on my sons bike we have x4 shifters with a shimano slx front deraillure and a SRAM x5 rear deraillure. Their X... lineup components are all interchangeable. You just need to make sure you run SRAM shifters with SRAM rear deraillures. The front deraillure can be whatever you want. Even their road and mountain bike stuff works together. My bike is s mix of SRAM mountain bike (x9) and road bike (rival) components and I have no issues.