I seem to be able to get three or more on my six speed setups, but cannot remember about the five speeds (must not ride them enough). I use a Nuovo Record front derailleur on my "vintage frame with modern Campy 9 speed" bike, and simply installed a slightly wider cage spacer and accompanying longer screw, which seems to work fine. I don't see why you couldn't do this on yours, if need be.
Also, wouldn't a shorter chainline be more likely to need constant trimming, as opposed to a long line where chain movement in the front is limited? You might look at and confirm that factor in your comparisons, too.
Ciao, Mark Agree Southfield MI USA ~ ~ ~
Date: Sat, 3 May 2008 09:03:57 -0700 (PDT) From: dan kasha <dankasha@yahoo.com> To: classicrendezvous@bikelist.org Subject: [CR]Campagnolo NR front derailleur adjusment question
I have a question about how good of an adjustment one can get with a NR front derailleur/crank with a 5 speed rear cluster.
The question is, from your experience, how many rear cogs can you hit without having to adjust the front derailleur to prevent rub?
On my other bikes (simplex mostly), I can shift over 3-4 cogs without having to fine tune the front to prevent rub. And I find the larger chainwheel is more sensitive.
On my Raleigh International, I seem to not be able to move 1 cog without having to adjust the front derailleur, again, especially when on the larger chainwheel.
So before I go and work on it, I thought I would find out from y'all what to expect. Thanks in advance.
Dan Kasha Seattle Wa, USA where we are still skiing on a 15 foot base of snow, but have glorious cycling weather (with some showers).
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