Originally Posted By: 69GTX
I even tried to rebuild the cassettes/sprockets myself when I found out that between parts and tools I'd be looking at $200. Forget that. I paid $295 for a nearly new bike needing nothing.
Nonsense. An 8 or 9 speed cassette can be had online for less than $30, new chain $10-$13, new chainwheels about $20 each. Tools: lockring removal tool $9, chain breaker $7. The other tools like a crescent wrench, you already have. Total $99. Next time $83 because you'll already have the tools.
But wait if you actually change your chain in a timely manner, you won't need a new casette or chainwheels, go figure. I change mine about every 2000-2500 miles.
I even tried to rebuild the cassettes/sprockets myself when I found out that between parts and tools I'd be looking at $200. Forget that. I paid $295 for a nearly new bike needing nothing.
Nonsense. An 8 or 9 speed cassette can be had online for less than $30, new chain $10-$13, new chainwheels about $20 each. Tools: lockring removal tool $9, chain breaker $7. The other tools like a crescent wrench, you already have. Total $99. Next time $83 because you'll already have the tools.
But wait if you actually change your chain in a timely manner, you won't need a new casette or chainwheels, go figure. I change mine about every 2000-2500 miles.