When the tips of the bike cables have been cut off, do u have to replace the whole cable? I had a friend repairing my bike. I think he had to cut the tips off of two of the cables to get the front tires on.
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If the cable is still long enough to re-attach and afford some component adjustment, it can be re-used. Solder up the end about 1/2" or so prior to re-installation to prevent fraying or use one of the crimp-on steel/lead caps available from most bike shops after routing the cable into place.
If your friend cut them too short to be re-used, new inner wires will be needed.
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CAMPYBOB said:
If the cable is still long enough to re-attach and afford some component adjustment, it can be re-used. Solder up the end about 1/2" or so prior to re-installation to prevent fraying or use one of the crimp-on steel/lead caps available from most bike shops after routing the cable into place. If your friend cut them too short to be re-used, new inner wires will be needed.
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I think I need New inner wires because one has begun fraying. what has been your experience of inner wire expense replacement?
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A cheap inner wire from your area bike shop will be under $5 (unless I'm awakening from a 20-year inflationary slumber). Sometimes, the frayed end of an old wire can be twisted back and saved with a solder job...sometimes not.
Better cables come pre-soldered, but picking up a package of crimp-on cable ends is always a good idea. They are also fairly inexpensive.
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CAMPYBOB said:
A cheap inner wire from your area bike shop will be under $5 (unless I'm awakening from a 20-year inflationary slumber). Sometimes, the frayed end of an old wire can be twisted back and saved with a solder job...sometimes not. Better cables come pre-soldered, but picking up a package of crimp-on cable ends is always a good idea. They are also fairly inexpensive.
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Am I to purchase the cables prior to repair?
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Yeah. Unless you've got some weird bike, the cables are usually plenty long. Just tell the shop guys what type of bike you have, brand-model of components and what the cable is needed to operate (front brake, rear derailleur, etc.). Better yet, take your old cable to the shop with you so the can easily match the end that fits up to your brake/shift levers.
If you are not mechaically inclined, they will replace the cable for a nominal fee.
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Thanks CampyBob for being so nice and informative! Also for being patient. I have a mountain bike!
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Thanks CampyBob for being so nice and informative! Also for being patient. I have a mountain bike!
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How long have u been cycling?
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