Replacing outer ring, will XT ring fit my FC-M442 Cranskset?
pealy
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As title, the outer ring on my crankset appears to be made from plasticine so I need to replace it. I was thinking of getting a used XT ring from the forums until I can afford and new crankset next year. Any advice on how to check whether it will fit? I obviously need to make sure the bolt pattern looks the same but any pointers would be appreciated.
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you may need to do some fileing as shimano keeps changing the shoulder diameters.
the BCD of the 4 bolt is constantish and should be 104mm"Do not follow where the path may lead, Go instead where there is no path, and Leave a Trail."
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Thanks.. So It's likely to fit okay, even if it needs a little encourgement?0
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Yep - holes for bolts should be in the correct matching place - just the odd lump and bump might need removing.
I really wouldn't want to file a M770 though - the outers are about 70 quid, perhaps a deore may be better suited?0 -
Chunkers1980 wrote:really wouldn't want to file a M770 though - the outers are about 70 quid, perhaps a deore may be better suited?
Thanks, I'm just getting a used one for £10 so not too worried really, didn't want to get something too cheap as the bent one was a right pain at the weekend, had to stick to the small ring the whole time as it was bent in against the middle one.0 -
FWIW - it did fit... Even without any filing or grinding..0