Source for down tube barrel adjusters

[Clancy]

I'm looking for some barrel adjusters for a new build. As far as something different I've only found the ones offered by Fairwheel Bikes. The others I've found are just the standard ones.

Not sure what I'm looking for. As trite as it sounds, I'll know it when I see it. Just looking for that little extra that helps to set a custom build apart.

I'm surprised there are very few options.

Anybody have a source for barrel adjusters?

Thanks

[zap]

http://jagwire.com/products/v/adjusters

[unterhausen]

are you looking for ones that bolt onto dt shifter bosses? IRD has some nice ones that have a split, so it's easy to remove the cable

[kittytrail]

like, these (http://kirkframeworks.com/models-and-accessories/brass-derailleur-adjusters/)?

http://kirkframeworks.com/wp-content/uploads/brassderailleurs2.jpg

mine are on their way, should be there this week. :D

[Clancy]

I'm looking for different options. Something along these lines. I've searched the internet but have only found the Jagwire ones, and the ones from Fairwheel.


http://i1050.photobucket.com/albums/s417/TheTexasHillCountry/Guru%20Ti/image_zpssvwie1zs.jpeg (http://s1050.photobucket.com/user/TheTexasHillCountry/media/Guru%20Ti/image_zpssvwie1zs.jpeg.html)

http://i1050.photobucket.com/albums/s417/TheTexasHillCountry/Guru%20Ti/image_zpsk5umfahm.jpeg (http://s1050.photobucket.com/user/TheTexasHillCountry/media/Guru%20Ti/image_zpsk5umfahm.jpeg.html)

[kittytrail]

ebay (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=cable+tensioners&_osacat=42335&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR12.TRC2.A0.H0.Xcable +adjuster.TRS0&_nkw=cable+adjuster&_sacat=42335)? :rolleyes:

there's even Serotta ones (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Serotta-Cable-Adjusters-/161938499638)! :D

[Hilltopperny]

like, these (http://kirkframeworks.com/models-and-accessories/brass-derailleur-adjusters/)?

http://kirkframeworks.com/wp-content/uploads/brassderailleurs2.jpg

mine are on their way, should be there this week. :D

+1 kirks brass adjusters are the best I've ever seen and used. $15 and no corrosion!

[Hank Scorpio]

Some far and near ones available here. Not sure if they are what you saw on the fairwheel page

http://www.torontocycles.com/Selling/Derailleur.html

[bmeryman]

+2 Kirk brass adjusters. Just got a pair myself!

[thattallasiangu]

http://www.sjscycles.co.uk/shimano-alloy-braze-on-down-tube-cable-stops-with-barrel-adjusters-prod5511/?geoc=us

[kmac]

paragon machine works makes some nice stuff...
http://www.paragonmachineworks.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?search=action&category=CA03

[JeffWarner]

Anyone have pics of the Kirk Brass Barrel Adjusters on a bare titanium frame? The adjusters on my Moots need to be replaced and Kirk's adjusters look pretty nice but just not sure how brass would look against brushed Ti.


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[berserk87]

Anyone have pics of the Kirk Brass Barrel Adjusters on a bare titanium frame? The adjusters on my Moots need to be replaced and Kirk's adjusters look pretty nice but just not sure how brass would look against brushed Ti.


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I will in a few days. I ordered a set on Monday and they should be here any time. I have a Lynskey Helix, fyi.

[Gartenmeister]

I really like the Dura Ace "winged" adjusters (www.ebay.com/itm/Shimano-Dura-Ace-STI-Downtube-Shifter-Cable-Stops-Barrel-Adjusters-Complete-Kit-/291163397029).

I have bought several sets from this seller but unfortunately the price seems to have gone up $10. You might find a set for less from someone else.

[malcolm]

I think it was Dave Kirk that used to have some really nice brass ones

[OtayBW]

I think it was Dave Kirk that used to have some really nice brass ones
You're right. I think I've seen them around somewhere...:rolleyes:

[malcolm]

You're right. I think I've seen them around somewhere...:rolleyes:

Sorry was on my work desktop and it doesn't load pics. On the laptop now and see the second post is actually photos of Dave's. Oh well got my post count up and we know how important that is

[JeffWarner]

I will in a few days. I ordered a set on Monday and they should be here any time. I have a Lynsey Helix, fyi.


Many thanks.


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[JeffWarner]

Went with the Paragon Machine Works. I think stainless works better with Titanium.

paragon machine works makes some nice stuff...
http://www.paragonmachineworks.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?search=action&category=CA03

[tv_vt]

Anyone have pics of the Kirk Brass Barrel Adjusters on a bare titanium frame? The adjusters on my Moots need to be replaced and Kirk's adjusters look pretty nice but just not sure how brass would look against brushed Ti.


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Looks like you're done here. But agree, the Paragon Machine Works stainless steel ones look great on bare ti and are the exact same design as Kirk's brass ones. Have them on my Hampsten and Spectrum ti frames.

[572cv]

David Kirk's brass barrel adjusters will look good on ANY frame. They are brass for the practical reason that they don't corrode the way aluminum will. Glad I got them.

[berserk87]

David Kirk's brass barrel adjusters will look good on ANY frame. They are brass for the practical reason that they don't corrode the way aluminum will. Glad I got them.

I have them on my Lynskey. I don't care about color matching, but do note that the brass color is so subtle that you can hardly tell a difference versus the titanium.

Sorry Jeff. Looks like I forgot to post pics of them like I said that I would back in September.

[sales guy]

ebay (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_odkw=cable+tensioners&_osacat=42335&_from=R40&_trksid=p2045573.m570.l1313.TR12.TRC2.A0.H0.Xcable +adjuster.TRS0&_nkw=cable+adjuster&_sacat=42335)? :rolleyes:

there's even Serotta ones (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Serotta-Cable-Adjusters-/161938499638)! :D



Can't use the Serotta ones. Those are M6x1. The normal size is M5x0.8

[JeffWarner]

I have them on my Lynskey. I don't care about color matching, but do note that the brass color is so subtle that you can hardly tell a difference versus the titanium.

Sorry Jeff. Looks like I forgot to post pics of them like I said that I would back in September.



No worries. I think Kirk's brass adjusters are the best for long term corrosion resistance. If the Paragon bits start "sticking", I'll be following your example and rocking brass.


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[djg21]

I'm looking for some barrel adjusters for a new build. As far as something different I've only found the ones offered by Fairwheel Bikes. The others I've found are just the standard ones.

Not sure what I'm looking for. As trite as it sounds, I'll know it when I see it. Just looking for that little extra that helps to set a custom build apart.

I'm surprised there are very few options.

Anybody have a source for barrel adjusters?

Thanks

I got some from lynskey. They are nicer than the plastic ones that came my Dura Ace gruppo.

https://lynskeyperformance.com/barrel-adjusters/

[R3awak3n]

do we know what a hampsten would have? M5 or M6?

[sales guy]

do we know what a hampsten would have? M5 or M6?


I would bet it's an M5x0.8. That's the standard. Not sure why Serotta used that M6 one.

[R3awak3n]

I would bet it's an M5x0.8. That's the standard. Not sure why Serotta used that M6 one.

built by IF so it probably M5. Thanks sales guy.

also, both Paragon of DK don't include the springs, where would I be able to source these from?

[JeffWarner]

built by IF so it probably M5. Thanks sales guy.

also, both Paragon of DK don't include the springs, where would I be able to source these from?



If you have a Grainger near you, check them out. Prices are a little high for "non" contractors, but they were the only source I could find for stainless springs.


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[R3awak3n]

If you have a Grainger near you, check them out. Prices are a little high for "non" contractors, but they were the only source I could find for stainless springs.


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I have never heard of Grainger so probably not? Thanks though, its weird that they don't come with the stops.

[sales guy]

built by IF so it probably M5. Thanks sales guy.

also, both Paragon of DK don't include the springs, where would I be able to source these from?


You can get springs from a local hardware store. I've done that before when I've f'ed one up or lost it or something. They will have a large selection and usually longer than you need. So take your adjuster and just cut it down. File the ends a bit so they spin and spin smoothly.

If it's built by IF, yeah, it would be an M5.

M5 is the common downtube adjuster size. Same with the bottle bosses, rack and fender mounts and the standard downtube mounts for downtube shifters of old.

[R3awak3n]

Thanks SG, will check the local hardware store. Or maybe the current plastic ones have a spring I can steal from.

[sales guy]

Thanks SG, will check the local hardware store. Or maybe the current plastic ones have a spring I can steal from.

They will. But they are usually a bit looser tension. Thinner also. But yeah, they will. Since the plastic ones have detents molded in they use a looser, thinner spring. If you get the thicker one it will stiffen up things and not let them back out as well as not let them rattle around. A local hardware store like Ace would have multiple styles and tensions. Just take a drill bit, long M5x0.8 bolt or if you have the adjuster, then that and you can get the right shape.