Brake and Shifter Cables Flashcards
1
Q
Brake and shifter cables differ in the size of the cable. What are the sizes of the two?
A
Brake cables: 1.5 - 1.8 mm
Shifter cables: 1.1mm
2
Q
Brake and shifter cables have different styles of housings. What are they?
A
Brakes have spiral wound housing.
Shifters have compressionless housings.
3
Q
What are the two guidelines for sizing cable housings?
A
- keep them as short as possible.
- make sure the ends move in a straight line.
4
Q
What do barrel adjusters do for your brake and shifter cables?
A
Allow the rider to make adjustments/corrections to the cables without tools.
5
Q
How do you make a rear derailleur barrel adjustment?
A
Screw it in fully, then turn it out 3 turns.
6
Q
How do you make brake barrel adjustment?
A
Screw it in fully and then back it out 2 turns.
