Shimano SLX
Joe_Pineapples
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Howdy folks,
I'm about to purchase a groupset for an Orange Patriot frame that I have, but I'm not 100% sure what I'll need. I'm planning on running the twin ring SLX M665 crank but I'm not too clear on which model of front and rear derailleur will suit. The seat tube is 31.8mm (I think). Any help will be greatly appreciated.
I'm about to purchase a groupset for an Orange Patriot frame that I have, but I'm not 100% sure what I'll need. I'm planning on running the twin ring SLX M665 crank but I'm not too clear on which model of front and rear derailleur will suit. The seat tube is 31.8mm (I think). Any help will be greatly appreciated.
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this is what you're after:
Front derailleur
seat tube diameter won't matter as the clamp comes with adapters to fit different tube sizes.
Rear derailleur
You'll need the short cage (GS) version if you're running the double chainset.
I got mine from Merlin pretty cheap, I'd have a look there.
EDIT: Just noticed wiggle are out of stock.. Merlin have them in and 7 quid cheaper too.
http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/mountain-bike-front-derailleurs/shimano-slx-front-mech-double.htmlEyes on the prize.0 -
CCC, meant to say thanx for the info. All parts ordered today.
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Joe_Pineapples wrote:CCC, meant to say thanx for the info. All parts ordered today.
cheers.
No problem
My shadow mech was a bit of a pain to set up, but it's been great since and no problems.Eyes on the prize.0 -
That's ok, I'll be paying a witch doctor to fit mine.0
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Good call. Thats what I ended up doing and I'm glad I did.Eyes on the prize.0
