Changing gearset - what's needed?

ab20000

I have a 2005 Norco Sasquatch that I like too much to sell but am not using a huge amount at the moment due to a few problems. One of these is the front derailleur, I never use it - don't like it, the granny ring is pointless for anywhere I ride so looking to ditch it and run just the large ring. I would ideally like to swap from the current 8 to 10 speed at the same time. So my questions are

Can I just buy a 10 speed shifter, cassette and chain and keep the rear derailleur? It's a Shimano deore that came with the bike so happy to upgrade if I can't just don't want to waste money on things I don't need.

Need to change the headset as well but need to research this a bit more as know very little about these.

CitizenLee

To swap to 10 speed you will need:

Shifter
Rear mech
Cassette
Chain

I'd also recommend a Race Face Narrow Wide chainring for 1x10. If you use a rear mech with a clutch then you won't need a chainguide, or at least wont need a chainguide with a lower roller.

As for headsets, you just need a standard 1 1/8th aheadset. I have always got on really well with these (used them on 3 different bikes and had no problems with any):

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/fsa- ... p-prod2217

However, these two are also cheap and durable:

http://www.winstanleysbikes.co.uk/produ ... ig_Headset
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/fsa- ... rp-prod275

Chunkers1980

Nope - rear mech needed too.

ID the headset.

CitizenLee

Headset is FSA 872 Deep Cup, aka The Mallet. There's nothing unusual about it, so it can be replaced with any normal 1 1/8th aheadset

BigJimmyB

I have a narrow/wide chainring (not RaceFace) and a clutched Shimano rear mech. Not lost a chain yet, but if you do want a guide, there is the Gusset Lil Chap. I think Superstar do one also.

BJB

The Rookie

Your current rear mech will work as a 9 speed though.........

ab20000

This all gets very expensive - might just stick with the current set-up and work the legs a bit more - other option is single speed.

If I run current can I just take of the granny ring and front derailleur and not run a chain guide?

If I run single speed will I need to run any sort of chain guide? Assuming I can just run it BMX style?

Chunkers1980

Er no just no. Just leave, every thing is pointless for negligible gains.

rockmonkeysc

Loose the granny ring and fit a Superstar Components Plasma chain device.
If any other bits are worn then replace them, if not leave them.

ab20000

RockmonkeySC wrote:

Loose the granny ring and fit a Superstar Components Plasma chain device.
If any other bits are worn then replace them, if not leave them.

Yeah might well go for this - just want the bike to be usable and tough.

Any ideas what LBS' normally charge to supply and fit a new headset?

mcnultycop

My LBS did mine for the cost of the headset, free fitting. Go and ask them. It depends what you want, cheapo decent or overpriced.

ab20000

mcnultycop wrote:

My LBS did mine for the cost of the headset, free fitting. Go and ask them. It depends what you want, cheapo decent or overpriced.

Just want something good and tough that can stand up to a hose down after most rides (this water has got into mine)

CitizenLee

ab20000 wrote:

mcnultycop wrote:

My LBS did mine for the cost of the headset, free fitting. Go and ask them. It depends what you want, cheapo decent or overpriced.

Just want something good and tough that can stand up to a hose down after most rides (this water has got into mine)

You want one with sealed bearings as opposed to loose ball.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/fsa- ... p-prod2217
http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/fsa- ... rp-prod275

The Rookie

You can just use the front mech locked off with the high and low screws as a chain guide.....