Front mech problem when on new frame

GT-Chris
GT-Chris Posts: 5
edited December 2008 in MTB workshop & tech
Hi there,

I've just bought a new GT avalanche frame and my front mech doesn't seem compatible, although it worked fine on my last GT.
It's a Shimano XTR top swing style mech, and even though the lower limit screw is wound out the mech won't move in far enough to A. Stop rubbing against the chain and B. to change down to the bottom ring from the middle.
Also, the mech cage is so close to the rear tyre when in the bottom ring there wouldn't be any room anyway.
I hope all this makes sense and i'm wondering whether a conventional style mech might be a better option? It's a top-pull cable too.

Cheers
Chris

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