Oops.... Sorry all, I clicked this away before I properly closed:
> Jonathan Greene expanded from his original note:
>> All threads are in good condition. All brands of derailleurs fit just fine.
>> This one just does not thread more than 2-3 turns.
>
> My Rally bolt has only 3 to 4-threads (turns) max. The shaft extends
> approximately 6-MM beyond the shoulder, with approximately 4-MM of proud
> treading. Has the 2-MM between the treads and the shoulder been properly
> reduced, or does it restrict full insertion? That's what it seems to be
> happening. I'm assuming you have already done the typical things like removing
> any excessive paint at the bearing surface. Perhaps if you have a lot of
> patience and a very little file you can convince it to fit properly. I think
> my approach would be to temporarily swap bolts -- if the new bolt fits
> properly, then try to determine what's different.
Pete Imandt
Ramona, CA