Will a tripple fit an Enduro 2005?

Panter
Panter Posts: 299
edited September 2009 in MTB workshop & tech
I've bought the front mech, but the seat tube is so short that even when it's clamped at it's furthest point from the chainring, it won't even cover it.

Do I need a different type of front mech or is the frame not compatible?

The mech is a Deore LX dual pull.
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Comments

  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    which one did you get?

    you need a bottom pull and yes you can run 3 rings.
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  • Panter
    Panter Posts: 299
    Thanks for that.

    I assumed the dua lpull would be ok because it will pull from the bottom, does a bottom pull sit the mech further from the chainring then ? (if that makes sense)

    The frame is an s-works Enduro, mech is dual pull lx deore.

    Cheers,

    Chris :)
    Racing snakes. It's not big, and it's not clever ;)
  • nicklouse
    nicklouse Posts: 50,673
    Opps missed the other bit.

    Top swing.
    IE lower band position.

    Like the FD M-570 as fitted originally.
    "Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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  • Panter
    Panter Posts: 299
    i'm sorry to be stupid, but I just don't understand :oops:

    The mech I have is an M531, if I can find one with the model number you've listed, that one will be Ok?

    Cheers

    Chris
    Racing snakes. It's not big, and it's not clever ;)
  • diy
    diy Posts: 6,473
    Yep you need a top swing, though it will probably still fit if its similar to my 02 frame.

    this may be a dumb thing to say, but make sure you route the cable for the rear over the bb not under it otherwise it changes gear when you bounce.
  • Panter
    Panter Posts: 299
    Not a dumb thing at all, I really don't have a lue :oops:

    Thanks for the tip 8)

    Chris :)
    Racing snakes. It's not big, and it's not clever ;)