Removing a downtube shifter cable stop cover

[Aston]

I have a 1995 Club Tour on which the frame needs stripping and re-coated. I've not done anything like this before, but want to have a go at removing as much stuff as I can before asking the LBS.

I've come to a bit of a stop with the downtube shifter cable stops, my understanding is that they should just pull off. Is it just a case of easing off with a suitable screwdriver? The frame will be having a new powder coat, so not too worried about chipping the coating, but I'd like to be as gentle as possible!

The shifters and gears are Shimano in case that makes a difference.

Thanks

 

[Paulus]

They should just pull off once the retaining bolt has been unscrewed.

 

[Punkawallah]

I have a 1995 Club Tour on which the frame needs stripping and re-coated. I've not done anything like this before, but want to have a go at removing as much stuff as I can before asking the LBS.

I've come to a bit of a stop with the downtube shifter cable stops, my understanding is that they should just pull off. Is it just a case of easing off with a suitable screwdriver? The frame will be having a new powder coat, so not too worried about chipping the coating, but I'd like to be as gentle as possible!

The shifters and gears are Shimano in case that makes a difference.

Thanks

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The ones I have used are held in place by the retaining bolt, but push on/pull off after removing it. Have a look at Google for ‘Shimano cable stop exploded diagram’, filtered for images - I’m on a pad atm, and can’t see which one is best for you.
https://www.google.co.uk/search?cli...HZDMmdpbE0YADABGAcg3JSsog0wAkoKCAEQAhgCIAIoAg

 

[Yellow Saddle]

The bosses on those frames are standard and therefore, all stops are standard. Once you've removed the domed hex screw in your photo, the stops have nothing stopping them coming off other than paint, sweat and age. Pry, yank, wiggle or jiggle.

 

[si_c]

As noted above, once the screw is removed, there shouldn't be anything retaining the stop. What is likely is that the stop was painted when the frame was and the whole lot is now somewhat glued together.

You can try tapping the stop up and down with a hammer to break any mechanical interlock and then you should be able to remove it - if using a screwdriver to try to lever it off please wrap it in either a rag or electrical tape - that paint looks immaculate and it would be a shame to damage it.

 

[Aston]

Thank you all for the speedy advice, I'll have another go tomorrow. It would be a shame to damage them as I don't doubt there will be other unanticipated expense on pulling this apart.

The paint there is lovely and I have been loathed to take it apart, but other parts of the frame had surface rust under the power coating, apparently Thorn powder coat all their frames. I tried removing the worst of the corrosion, but there are small spots of rust in a number of places and I thought I may as well just do it properly, a great shame as the decals are not available

 

[si_c]

Thank you all for the speedy advice, I'll have another go tomorrow. It would be a shame to damage them as I don't doubt there will be other unanticipated expense on pulling this apart.

The paint there is lovely and I have been loathed to take it apart, but other parts of the frame had surface rust under the power coating, apparently Thorn powder coat all their frames. I tried removing the worst of the corrosion, but there are small spots of rust in a number of places and I thought I may as well just do it properly, a great shame as the decals are not available

Have you spoken to H Lloyd cycles?

They have pretty much all the decals you could possibly want, I think I spoke to Nick(?) from there years ago when building up an old Peugeot I had. I sent over a set of photos of the frame and they were able to replicate all of them perfectly. Worth a shout if you haven't already.

 

[88robb]

I have a 1995 Club Tour on which the frame needs stripping and re-coated. I've not done anything like this before, but want to have a go at removing as much stuff as I can before asking the LBS.

I've come to a bit of a stop with the downtube shifter cable stops, my understanding is that they should just pull off. Is it just a case of easing off with a suitable screwdriver? The frame will be having a new powder coat, so not too worried about chipping the coating, but I'd like to be as gentle as possible!

The shifters and gears are Shimano in case that makes a difference.

Thanks

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They usually just pull straight off, but they can get seized on with old grease and dirt.
Don't use a screwdriver to pry it, you could damage the frame. Try gripping it firmly and wiggling it side-to-side while you pull. A bit of penetrating oil like WD-40 around the base where it meets the frame can help loosen it up. Let it soak in for a few minutes first.

If it's really stuck, you might need to carefully use a plastic wedge or a trim removal tool to avoid scratching the frame.

 

[CXRAndy]

When you get the frame back from powdercoating, be aware you might have to do a little fettling of parts that slip over parts of the frame. Powder coating is usually much thicker than paint - clearances may be reduced

 

[Aston]

Good news, they came off with a couple of gentle taps using a long screwdriver, rubber mallet and some protective cloths... but flew across the garage! Retrieved and all parts in a plastic bag for me to attend to later. Thanks All

 

[Yellow Saddle]

Crisis over.

 

[Aston]

Crisis over.

only until the next one... probably when I attempt to remove the crank, followed by the bottom bracket

 

[Paulus]

only until the next one... probably when I attempt to remove the crank, followed by the bottom bracket

The crank is a bit like removing the stuck boss, but on a bigger scale. Make sure you have the correct tools for the job before you start.

 

[Punkawallah]

Pedals loosen towards the rear of the frame, bottom brackets loosen (generally) towards the front of the frame, assuming the spanner is at the 12 o’clock position.

 

[Yellow Saddle]

only until the next one... probably when I attempt to remove the crank, followed by the bottom bracket

Next one - stuck valve cap.