Subject: Re: Hubs and Cassettes Posted by: Grant on December 27, 1999 at 17:36:39: In Reply to: Hubs and Cassettes posted by Eric on December 26, 1999 at 15:16:12:

Message: >Can a 7-speed cassette be used on an 8-speed hub? Seems I read that somewhere, can't find any good deals on seven speed hubs anymore. >Thanks in advance! >Eric Yes, definitely. It requires the use of a 4.5mm spacer, made by Wheels Mfg. and available from Excel Sports, Third Hand/Loose Screws, and I believe from Colorado Cyclist, and likely others. You can also just stack up enough spacers behind the cogs to equal 4.5mm using common freewheel/bottom bracket spacers. You can also use the first 7 clicks of your 8 speed shifters, if you have them; the cog spacing is close enough to the same that it works no problem.