7 to 8 to 9 spd
 

[Closed] 7 to 8 to 9 spd

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I have finally had my arm twisted to update my wife's ancient bike [she won't buy a new one cos blokes do that !!??!!] The rear hub is an 8 spd with a spacer so it can take a 7spd block. Am I right in thinking I can chuck the spacer and put a 9spd cassette straight on? I know I will have to replace derailleurs and shifters but as these are 100GS* I think it is about time.

* a very old Low spec Shimano groupset


 
Posted : 15/03/2009 7:02 pm
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[i]Am I right in thinking I can chuck the spacer and put a 9spd cassette straight on?[/i]

Yes.

You will also need narrower chainrings especially if it was all old 7sp stuff.


 
Posted : 15/03/2009 7:35 pm