George Allen wrote:
> Many thanks to all for the information. Now, can you tell me what
> machined ring identifiers denote what type threads. I've seen hubs as
> you described both ways, some with the threads marked, others unmarked.
> I've always wondered how to tell what the freewheel threads are on an
> unmarked hub.
For Campy hubs, one groove between the spoke flange and the freewheel
threading indicates English threading. Both French and Italian are
unmarked, but the size difference is readily apparent.
> I've always heard the old saw about English/Italian
> compatibility. Maybe that just applies to Italian freewheels onto
> English hubs and not vice versa.
It should work either way, but switching back and forth from Italian to English freewheels on the same hub should be avoided. The difference between Italian and English freewheel threads is the thread angle: 55 degrees vs 60 degrees.
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John (john@os2.dhs.org)
Appleton WI USA