Why Is My Derailleur Hitting The Spokes (explanation & solutions)
Description of the Problem: The rear derailleur and the inner part of the chain are coming in contact with the spokes of the rear wheel. In most cases, the issue…
Can I Put a 10-speed Derailleur On a 7-speed Cassette?
Condensed Answer: Most 10-speed rear derailleurs aren't compatible with a 7-speed indexed shifter and cassette. There is one exception, however. Shimano's 10-speed Road derailleurs can operate with a 7-speed Shimano…
The B-Tension Screw Is Not Long Enough. Why? Solutions?
Description of the problem: The b-tension screw of the rear derailleur is too short to adequately do its job. In consequence, the top pulley of the derailleur is touching the…
Can I Use a 9-speed Derailleur With an 8-speed Cassette?
Condensed answer: 8 and 9-speed derailleurs have the same rear shift ratio but only when both models are made either by Shimano or SRAM. In consequence, a 9-speed derailleur can…