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I recently bought a dirt cheap hybrid bike to do my first conversion on and wanted some help.
I started off with a Carrera Prava LTD ( https://www.halfords.com/cycling/bikes/hybrid-bikes/carrera-parva-mens-hybrid-bike-black) and managed to get everything right except the front mech.
Original specs:
Frame: Aluminium
Forks: Aluminium
Gears: 21 speed Shimano Tourney
Brakes: Tektro Alloy V-Brakes
Wheels: Larger 27.5″ wheels 1.95″ width
Handlebars: 62cm width 31.8mm OD
Front derailleur: Shimano Tourney M191 Hybrid Front Derailleur - Triple
Parts replaced:
Handlebars:
Gear levers: Shimano Tourney ST-A073 7-Speed Triple STI Lever Set ( https://bit.ly/2zJIBF4)
Brakes: Problem solver travel agent ( https://bit.ly/2OqdWoh) x2
The build has gone very well so far. brakes have been correctly adjusted and travel agents have been fitted. The rear gears are all changing well enough (some very small tweaks left). I did buy a new stem, thank you for that recommendation.
Only issue left to sort is the front mech. I did need a new piece in the end. I bought this one today and have had a play trying to fit it. However, I am now doubting whether I bought the right one. I can get it change up and down two gears but never three.