Recently picked up a columbus frame on the cheap, and am now planning to build her up. Wheels are chipped, so I'll probably get some new rims. What I've done so far is:
1. Replace Shimano 600 cranks (double) with Shimano Acera triple.
2. What I'm planning next will need some expertise. The bike originally had a six speed cassette on the chipped wheel and seeing as I'm getting a new rear wheel, may as well upgrade to an 8 speed cassette at the same time (so no issues with the freewheel). I am concerned about two things -
a) The Shimano 600 derailer was quite a short reach one. Any way of upgrading it to "long reach" without buying a new derailer?
b) Spacing - Do I have to spread the dropouts?
And finally, will the Shimano Acera triple (from a 6 speed MTB) be compatible with the new 8 speed chain?
Thanks for the assistance, will keep you all posted as time goes.
1. Replace Shimano 600 cranks (double) with Shimano Acera triple.
2. What I'm planning next will need some expertise. The bike originally had a six speed cassette on the chipped wheel and seeing as I'm getting a new rear wheel, may as well upgrade to an 8 speed cassette at the same time (so no issues with the freewheel). I am concerned about two things -
a) The Shimano 600 derailer was quite a short reach one. Any way of upgrading it to "long reach" without buying a new derailer?
b) Spacing - Do I have to spread the dropouts?
And finally, will the Shimano Acera triple (from a 6 speed MTB) be compatible with the new 8 speed chain?
Thanks for the assistance, will keep you all posted as time goes.