01-03-2011, 01:30 PM
After a few years of very little use, both Left and Right 97-98? RX100 shifters struggle to to shift(mainly the smaller inner lever-it moves freely but doesn't engage).I haven't done enough miles to wear out the shifters. A little internet searching has pointed to the probable cause which is the grease/lubricant turning to "earwax". My plan was to soak the shifters in a strong degreaser and then blow out the rubbish/earwax/old grease with a high pressure airline. If that cures it then great.
Q1) will soaking it in degreaser and blowing out the rubbish damage the mechanism??
Q2)Should the above method work, what lubricant/grease is recommended?(im from the UK)
Many thanks for any replies.
Q1) will soaking it in degreaser and blowing out the rubbish damage the mechanism??
Q2)Should the above method work, what lubricant/grease is recommended?(im from the UK)
Many thanks for any replies.