Is Campagnolo nuovo record good?
The Campagnolo Nuovo Record totally dominated the road racing scene for 16 years – an astonishing feat given that competitive sports usually spur technical innovation. The Nuovo Record had powerful virtues – it was light, very strongly constructed and well finished.
What is the difference between Campagnolo Record and Super Record?
The Super Record crank comes with a titanium spindle and CULT-ceramic bearings whilst the Record features a steel-spindle and standard ceramic bearings. One more difference between the two models is the additional aero-lip on the Super Record crank which reduces torsion in the chainring and increases aerodynamics.
How do you date Campagnolo parts?
Some Campagnolo parts can be dated by codes or patent dates. For example, the Nuovo Record rear derailleur has a patent date that corresponds to its manufacturing date starting in 1970 (example “PAT. 70”); marked “PATENT” without a date before 1970. The lock nut on the hub axle typically is stamped with “CAM.
Why is Campagnolo so different?
However, the key difference between the big three – Shimano, Sram and Campagnolo – is how the rider shifts gear. Campagnolo uses two levers – one thumb-activated, one by your finger – while Shimano has the brake lever doing double duty as the second shift lever.
What kind of derailleur does a Campagnolo have?
Campagnolo Super Record rear derailleur (prior to 1978) The first version of the super record derailleur (above) was simply a Nuovo Record derailleur fitted with 2 titanium bolts and black anodized top and bottom pivots. Campagnolo Super Record rear derailleur (2nd version)
When did the Campagnolo Super record come out?
Campagnolo Super Record was released in 1974 as the successor to it’s top tier component group Nuovo Record. The Super Record groupset was sold with different versions of the rear derailleur up until the late 1980’s when this group was replaced by C-Record.
What is the limit screw on a Campagnolo?
Limit screw (A) is designed to stop the derailleur travelling beyond the largest sprocket and into the spokes of the rear wheel. Limit screw (B) is designed to stop the derailleur travelling beyond the smallest sprocket.
What do you need to know about derailleur adjustments?
ATTENTION! Derailleur adjustments must be performed by skilled personnel: a badly adjusted derailleur can result in an accident, personal injury or death. ATTENTION Use ONLY original Campagnolo housing end (internal diameter 4.3 mm – Fig. 11). Check that no abnormal folds have been created by forcing the cable.