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hi thinking of swapping my xt triple chainset for a double chainset . will my front mech and front triple changer do the same job or will I have to change them . answers please


 
Posted : 11/01/2014 7:07 pm
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Take the big ring off and fit a bash. I did this and fitted a 36t so it was 22T and 36t up front.

Works a treat. 🙂


 
Posted : 11/01/2014 7:10 pm
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I've done it and it's worked fine.

If you have newer model XT shifters then you can make a switch adjustment to make it two clicks instead of three.

I think there are some restrictions regarding how many teeth you can have on your chainrings. I went from a standard triple to a 40-28 in front and 11-36 at the rear with a medium cage XT mech with no problems.


 
Posted : 11/01/2014 7:13 pm
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As above, nice and easy, all works fine


 
Posted : 11/01/2014 7:17 pm
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Did the same with my SB66c.

Swapped out big ring for Hope Bash Bling and added chain device, I never even thought about the triple changer, running X9 shifters, I think I just dialled down the limit screw, I have honestly never missed the third ring.

However on my Marin MV I use the big ring all the time and kept it triple for the range, so above advice on changing to a 36T makes total sense if you ride your bike fast or like to push it.


 
Posted : 11/01/2014 8:19 pm