The "I need something you might throw away" thread

[RRIBike]

I am looking for a broken di2 shifter for spares (r8050/r8070/R9150/R9170). I actually only need the springs (in pic) that goes onto the lever buttons if anyone know a way around it or an alternative. 

 

 

[ChrisF]

If all else fails ...

 

Most hardware stores have a tray of springs, with different diameters, lengths and stiffness.

[The Ouzo]

3 hours ago, RRIBike said:

I am looking for a broken di2 shifter for spares (r8050/r8070/R9150/R9170). I actually only need the springs (in pic) that goes onto the lever buttons if anyone know a way around it or an alternative. 

 

 

Do you know the sizes of those springs ?

I've got a box full of springs from old computer keyboards (dont ask).

[RRIBike]

5 minutes ago, The Ouzo said:

Do you know the sizes of those springs ?

I've got a box full of springs from old computer keyboards (dont ask).

I am not sure but will try to measure this evening when I get home, thanks

[Dexter-morgan]

5 hours ago, RRIBike said:

I am looking for a broken di2 shifter for spares (r8050/r8070/R9150/R9170). I actually only need the springs (in pic) that goes onto the lever buttons if anyone know a way around it or an alternative. 

 

 

If you are in Gauteng, you can try SA Spring manufacturers in Driehoek Germiston, they have LOTS of samples that was made up for Clients, they will help.

[bleedToWin]

5 hours ago, RRIBike said:

I am looking for a broken di2 shifter for spares (r8050/r8070/R9150/R9170). I actually only need the springs (in pic) that goes onto the lever buttons if anyone know a way around it or an alternative. 

 

 

Service gone wrong? Should I be concerned to open mine up?
My shifter has a mechanical click before the button click engages. No big deal, but YouTube video shows that it's likely these springs getting worn or mucky. The guy in the video simply cleaned and lubricated these springs and resolved his issues.

[RRIBike]

2 hours ago, The Ouzo said:

Do you know the sizes of those springs ?

I've got a box full of springs from old computer keyboards (dont ask).

I'm in cape town. There are a few spring manufacturers here however none is close to me. Will need to plan a day out if I don't come right

[RRIBike]

3 minutes ago, bleedToWin said:

Service gone wrong? Should I be concerned to open mine up?
My shifter has a mechanical click before the button click engages. No big deal, but YouTube video shows that it's likely these springs getting worn or mucky. The guy in the video simply cleaned and lubricated these springs and resolved his issues.

No. Apparently the bike that the groupset came from was in a crash, unfortunately I took the risk as I couldn't view the groupset. I'm hoping it will be a cheap fix

[bleedToWin]

1 minute ago, RRIBike said:

No. Apparently the bike that the groupset came from was in a crash, unfortunately I took the risk as I couldn't view the groupset. I'm hoping it will be a cheap fix

I hope so. Tag me with feedback if you fix it and I'll do likewise if I open mine up. 🙂

[ChrisF]

3 hours ago, RRIBike said:

I'm in cape town. There are a few spring manufacturers here however none is close to me. Will need to plan a day out if I don't come right

 

Is there a Brights hardware near you ?  Most of their branches have a wide selection of springs in stock.  I previously bought from them for various projects.

[RRIBike]

7 hours ago, The Ouzo said:

Do you know the sizes of those springs ?

I've got a box full of springs from old computer keyboards (dont ask).

Width x Length

3mm x 5mm
6mm x 15mm

[The Ouzo]

14 hours ago, RRIBike said:

Width x Length

3mm x 5mm
6mm x 15mm

I'll measure them on the weekend

[Dexter-morgan]

16 hours ago, RRIBike said:

Width x Length

3mm x 5mm
6mm x 15mm

The diameter of the wire and number of turns is important, that makes up the spring rate and force at the end of the day.

[RRIBike]

i fixed it temporarily. I manage to purchase the bigger spring (came out of those 200pc springs) but the very small one I could not find but manage with one i got from a pen. It works but I think the tension is too much on the spring so its a bit stiff unless it will eventually become softer.

Thanks guys for your help and suggestions, i will continuously look for another spring or hopefully get a broken shifter to use the original springs

[NotSoBigBen]

Taking a fat chance but anyone have a TV box lying around in the Alberhoughton area? Willing to pay a few ZA rondt ...

Helping a bedridden friend of my wife whose ancient 'MyGica' box doesn't support DSTV anymore. She uses her son's 'login'

[DJuice]

Looking for 260x55 chinese tyres to get a bit of life out of our off-road stroller and to pass it on in a few months time.

Willing to pay and postage.