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Replacing Non-Aero Brake Hoods/Cables/Housings On Vintage Road Bike

The original hoods on some Dia Compe non-aero brakes were fried, bumpy and sticking to the brakes. They were starting to disintegrate or decomposing or melt or something. I bought some replacement Cane Creek hoods and install those along with new cables and housings. The bike is a 1981 Trek 412.

How To Replace Shifter Cable On SRAM Grip Shift SRT 200i Shifters

I go through the steps of how to replace the shifter cable on SRAM Grip Shift 200i shifters.

Fix Park Tool CN-10 Cable Cutters That Aren’t Cutting Cleanly

I show how to adjust a Park Tool CN-10 cable cutter tool that doesn’t cut well, and leaves rough ends. The issue often is that after a lot of use, they develop play and needed adjustment. It’s as simple as loosening a locknut, tightening a bolt, and re-tightening the locknut. I used two 12mm wrenches. …Read more »

Replacing Shifters/Brake Levers/Cables/Housings On Trek 4300 Mountain Bike

I show the process of removing the old trigger shifters/brake levers and installing brand new shifters/brake levers along with new shift cables/brake cables and housings. The bike is a Trek 4300 mountain bike.

How To Replace Shifter Cable On SRAM Grip Shift MRX 204 Shifters

Cable replacement on SRAM Grip Shift MRX-204 shifters. I replaced the derailleur on a bike that has GripShift type shifters. So I took the opportunity to make a video on how to replace the cable. Different models of Grip Shift shifters vary on how the cable is replaced.