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IMG_0279Shimano gear cable outer end caps.

I can't find anywhere (or remember if I've been told before) if there is any significant difference between the various types. I know there are some specific indications for the tongued ones but what (if any) is the difference between the plastic ones with two grooves and the ones with four grooves. Pictures attached for clarity. Possibly.

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Posted : 04/01/2024 3:47 pm
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I was expecting a thread on whether ebikes are cheating. Sorry, can't help.


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 3:50 pm
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What does it say about a poster when they put their whole thread title in brackets? 🙂


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 5:07 pm
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The ones with 4 bands on them have some little o-rings in to help seal the cable entry and keep things running smoothly for longer. Given the choice I always figure they are worth having if you can find them.


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 5:24 pm
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What does it say about a poster when they put their whole thread title in brackets? 🙂

That they are familiar with the volatility and aggression that seem to meet even the most anodyne enquiries on internet forums…🙄


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 5:45 pm
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Timba & Bigginge:

Great. Thanks.


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 5:45 pm
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I buy the sealed type mentioned above, last time from  https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/193745756606


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 5:46 pm
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I hot glue mine on. Easy to remove n reuse. God, I'm cheap, having just reread that.


 
Posted : 04/01/2024 7:03 pm