Subject: Re: Upgrading Shimano Components Posted by: Jim Kish on December 29, 1997 at 09:09:37: In Reply to: Upgrading Shimano Components posted by gbowles on December 21, 1997 at 07:38:16:

Message: : Can you combine Shimano STX, LX, and XTR components? Are they designed to work together? Are there any refereneces that provide information on compatability? Shimano mountain bike components are usually interchangable, with a few exceptions. Many of these exceptions concern the XTR group, which is often incompatible with anything else. It also depends on the model year. If you want, post which combination of parts you're trying to use, and we'll help.