Shimano clutch

[vanniri]

On 4/9/2023 at 1:43 PM, vanniri said:

The little metal ring mechanism broke on my Shimano XT clutch - see attached photo. Are these available as replacement parts?

 

Alternatively, any hub member with a broken XT deraileur I can buy to salvage parts from?

Ok, received the service kit from Shimano.

Installed the relevant part - service kit comes with three parts. Clutch still not working, i.e. no resistance whatsover. Then realised the problem (also the root cause imo) was the little adjuster. It seems the holding plate bent outwards, resulting in the mechanism not engaging - see photo. 

I suppose the clutch mechanism broke during it being forced to move by hand whilst being engaged. I can't recall having done this but it is possible. Also maybe when I got the bike serviced? Unble to lay the blame at anyone's door t this late stage. Maybe more a lesson for all out there...

[TheoG]

20 minutes ago, vanniri said:

Ok, received the service kit from Shimano.

Installed the relevant part - service kit comes with three parts. Clutch still not working, i.e. no resistance whatsover. Then realised the problem (also the root cause imo) was the little adjuster. It seems the holding plate bent outwards, resulting in the mechanism not engaging - see photo. 

I suppose the clutch mechanism broke during it being forced to move by hand whilst being engaged. I can't recall having done this but it is possible. Also maybe when I got the bike serviced? Unble to lay the blame at anyone's door t this late stage. Maybe more a lesson for all out there...

At least now you know whats the issue.  I would have replaced all the parts provided in the service kit by default, just saying .... 🤪😊