Recent content by lordoftherim

Im using a newer Sram 8sp cassette on here with clarks 9sp chain and thankfully it seems to work fine so far

So quick update... got the flat covers and they worked with the plastic clamps perfectly. Additionally I dont believe the damaged one was so bad that it isn’t going to work correctly. Running dura ace 7400 series 8 speed on here with a 9 speed chain since the high ring comes super close to...

Yup, actually found those flat ones via ebay and grabbex a set. Hopefully this resolves the issue!

I did read a suggestion of fixing sandpaper around the downtube and using this to shape the “clams” or bosses or whatever. Might have to give that a try sometime if I can locate a fresh set of shimano. I guess I’ll have to keep an eye on ebay for something like this (plastic ones) Hoping my...

Yeah unfortunately the ones shown here that came with the frame are some sort of nylon plastic or acrylic. One of the square edges of the boss on the opposite side is chipped away and doesn’t have a solid edge to it anymore (if that makes any sense) since these are essentially plastic like, Im...

Looking for a clean set of shift boss covers to replace some chewed up plastic OEM covers on an ‘86 SR rebuild project I have going. Either another set of plastic OEM or compatible aftermarket is fine Links or offers are appreciated!