Recent content by samhill

Thanks, it’s nice to know I wasn’t crazy (at least about this) and the repair worked but it’s not the right shifter for the cassette. I can’t imagine why someone would have mixed these 7 and 8 speed components so similar but not quite right. The rear hub is certainly for 8 speed (FH-M565) and...

Do you know if it was originally 3x7 or 3x8? I just got a 1994 Marin Eldridge Grade from a friend's family's basement. It was clearly ridden a fair bit, some parts have been replaced (upgraded seat and handlebars, commuter tires). But I'm not certain if it is supposed to be 7 or 8 speeds on...

I just got a 1994 Marin Eldridge Grade 19” - all original except tires (replaced), seat (missing) and the red bar ends are missing. The rear shifter cover is missing. Otherwise in near stock condition … I think. Do you know if it is meant to be a 3x7 or 3x8? Mine has 8 gears on the cassette but...