Pinarello F12 Rim brake build
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- zappafile123
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A bit late to this, but if it were me building it, I'd just get a file to smooth off the edges to reduce cable friction through the headset cable guide. The reason you were getting shifting when turning the bars is that you must have cut the housing too short. If you watch Pinarello's video, they are cutting the housing at least 5 cm longer than where the ferrules slot into the cable guide insert. That extra slack will let you turn the bars without affecting cable tension. I imagine when you built it, turning the bars was pretty stiff?Boshk wrote: ↑Thu Nov 28, 2019 12:01 amStill waiting on parts but its finally built.
Isn't as light as I thought but then again I knew that.
Mechanical did NOT work, at least I couldn't get it to work. Hope this helps whoever is thinking about it.
Installed a Campagnolo Chorus groupset on it using Most stem and a standard handlebar.
2 main issues came out:
1st was the spacer adapter for the cables to run internally.....its hard and sharp which basically started to strip the brake housing cover....I tested it a few times turning my handlebar and I could see it eating all the way to the cable itself
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2nd issue: On my workstand, shifting was good but once on the ground while turning the handlebar, the FD would self shift....yes....self shift each time I turned the bar. There is actually no extra cabling room like a 'standard' bike
So I threw that out and went di2.
Campy 12 spd EPS would have been ideal but for that price, I could equipped both my C60 and F12 with DA R9150 di2 AND Favero Assioma duo......(prices based on the Black Friday stuff....tomorrow!)
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Sorry MortenJ, haven't checked my forum in ages, hope you got it fixed.
I had to play around with it, ended up pushing a little more cable into toptube, seem to work and not spongy.
Factor Ostro VAM
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Colnago C60
F12 Rim
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Colnago C60
F12 Rim
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Thanks for the reply. I gave up after it was doing that, spent I think a good few hours trying to route it properly, like you said, I probably cut it too short. In the end I just went di2, no regrets, works, reliable (so far), shifts everytime.zappafile123 wrote: ↑Thu Jan 14, 2021 4:55 am
A bit late to this, but if it were me building it, I'd just get a file to smooth off the edges to reduce cable friction through the headset cable guide. The reason you were getting shifting when turning the bars is that you must have cut the housing too short. If you watch Pinarello's video, they are cutting the housing at least 5 cm longer than where the ferrules slot into the cable guide insert. That extra slack will let you turn the bars without affecting cable tension. I imagine when you built it, turning the bars was pretty stiff?
Factor Ostro VAM
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=171023
Colnago C60
F12 Rim
viewtopic.php?f=10&t=159065&start=15
viewtopic.php?f=3&t=171023
Colnago C60
F12 Rim
viewtopic.php?f=10&t=159065&start=15
Where are you on this project? I'm looking to build mine with the same specs and Bora WTO 60 wheelset. I could pre-order the new R9200 groupset but the Bora WTO wheelset would be a mismatch. Plus, the R9200 wheelset looks cheap with that matte finish and it's tubeless only. I've seen a few builds on utube with SR 12 mechanical but no follow-up reviews. The cable routing design looks relaxed when you compare it to something like Deda DCR where the cables go in the front, rubbing directly on the headset.
When you factor in the cost it's a no-brainer.
Cost of build R9200 $4200 groupset R9200 60 wheelset $2200
Cost of build SR 12 Mech $2600 groupset Bora WTO wheelset $1800
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I'm amazed the fork is so heavy....
I wonder about the brake cable adapter under stem, that add how much to the frame spec stack?
Let's say a frame is speced at 560mm stack, how much would that part increase stack height?
I wonder about the brake cable adapter under stem, that add how much to the frame spec stack?
Let's say a frame is speced at 560mm stack, how much would that part increase stack height?
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Ax Lightness Vial EVO Race (2019.01.03)
Open *UP* (2016.04.14)
Paduano Racing Fidia (kind of shelved)
Ex bike; Vial EVO D, Vial EVO Ultra, Scott Foil, Paduano ti bike.
Hi all, I reached out to a current F12 owner running SR mechanical disc groupset. He has had the bike for over a year and was nice enough to send me a detailed reply:
"The current/newest version of Campagnolo Super Record 12 Speed Groupset's (Campy SR 12SP) Front Derailleur (FD) has a failure mode that needs design change/material change, at least in my opinion. This failure mode could be either caused by an engineering problem (using weaker Young's modulus materials) or production process problem (manufacturing process that weakens material properties); or both. In layman's terms, the lever arm that holds the FD spring in place over time ruptures itself. The lever arm that holds the FD spring in itself is not strong enough to withstand the pressure exerted by the spring. I had replaced two Campy SR 12SP FDs so far; the first time out of my own pocket and the second time with the Campagnolog's 3-year manufacturing warranty.
When the first time I noticed the FD issue, I thought I have caused the failure by natural use. It was an odd one to figure out. So I just replaced it. Then I did not ride this bike with a brand new FD installed for a little over 2 months. One day I found a small piece of metal below where I hang the F12, which was the tip of the lever arm holding the FD spring. It naturally broke off. I did some research into this and reported the issue to Campagnolo HQ via Campagnolo USA. The answer I got from them is they are looking into changing the material and/or metallurgic process. Everything else is great. Eventually, they will change the material or manufacturing process. Until then, I might be going to a local bike shop to replace more FDs hopefully under the warranty.
Internal cabling: I took this bike to a mechanic who used to work for pro teams. He said this was the hardest bike to route the internal cables through its integrated headset (I bought this bike when Dogma F12 came out pretty much). I have Pinarello's own Most Ultra Talon integrated handlebar and stem. The brake cables contain oil-based hydraulic fluids. Therefore any twists and turns of brake cables inside the integrated handlebar/headset should not affect breaking performances. I don't feel it. The front and rear derailleur use metal wires (cables) and semi-elastic plastic housings for the metal wires. For my non-pro and casual riding styles, I do not feel any degradation in their shifting qualities assuming there are the twists and turns of cable housing inside the headset. However, the cable longevity and shifting performance could be further observed to determine any negative long-term effects."
I think there's a guy on this forum by the name of graeme who's a rep for Campagnolo. If you're reading this can you provide further insight regarding the reliability issue with the front derailleur?
"The current/newest version of Campagnolo Super Record 12 Speed Groupset's (Campy SR 12SP) Front Derailleur (FD) has a failure mode that needs design change/material change, at least in my opinion. This failure mode could be either caused by an engineering problem (using weaker Young's modulus materials) or production process problem (manufacturing process that weakens material properties); or both. In layman's terms, the lever arm that holds the FD spring in place over time ruptures itself. The lever arm that holds the FD spring in itself is not strong enough to withstand the pressure exerted by the spring. I had replaced two Campy SR 12SP FDs so far; the first time out of my own pocket and the second time with the Campagnolog's 3-year manufacturing warranty.
When the first time I noticed the FD issue, I thought I have caused the failure by natural use. It was an odd one to figure out. So I just replaced it. Then I did not ride this bike with a brand new FD installed for a little over 2 months. One day I found a small piece of metal below where I hang the F12, which was the tip of the lever arm holding the FD spring. It naturally broke off. I did some research into this and reported the issue to Campagnolo HQ via Campagnolo USA. The answer I got from them is they are looking into changing the material and/or metallurgic process. Everything else is great. Eventually, they will change the material or manufacturing process. Until then, I might be going to a local bike shop to replace more FDs hopefully under the warranty.
Internal cabling: I took this bike to a mechanic who used to work for pro teams. He said this was the hardest bike to route the internal cables through its integrated headset (I bought this bike when Dogma F12 came out pretty much). I have Pinarello's own Most Ultra Talon integrated handlebar and stem. The brake cables contain oil-based hydraulic fluids. Therefore any twists and turns of brake cables inside the integrated handlebar/headset should not affect breaking performances. I don't feel it. The front and rear derailleur use metal wires (cables) and semi-elastic plastic housings for the metal wires. For my non-pro and casual riding styles, I do not feel any degradation in their shifting qualities assuming there are the twists and turns of cable housing inside the headset. However, the cable longevity and shifting performance could be further observed to determine any negative long-term effects."
I think there's a guy on this forum by the name of graeme who's a rep for Campagnolo. If you're reading this can you provide further insight regarding the reliability issue with the front derailleur?
Last edited by engsohere on Wed Oct 27, 2021 10:39 pm, edited 1 time in total.
Exactly the same happened to me I will send it back this week to Bike24; will see what it happensengsohere wrote: ↑Sun Oct 17, 2021 9:07 amHi all, I reached out to a current F12 owner running SR mechanical disc groupset. He has had the bike for over a year and was nice enough to send me a detailed reply:
"The current/newest version of Campagnolo Super Record 12 Speed Groupset's (Campy SR 12SP) Front Derailleur (FD) has a failure mode that needs design change/material change, at least in my opinion. This failure mode could be either caused by an engineering problem (using weaker Young's modulus materials) or production process problem (manufacturing process that weakens material properties); or both. In layman's terms, the lever arm that holds the FD spring in place over time ruptures itself. The lever arm that holds the FD spring in itself is not strong enough to withstand the pressure exerted by the spring. I had replaced two Campy SR 12SP FDs so far; the first time out of my own pocket and the second time with the Campagnolog's 3-year manufacturing warranty.
When the first time I noticed the FD issue, I thought I have caused the failure by natural use. It was an odd one to figure out. So I just replaced it. Then I did not ride this bike with a brand new FD installed for a little over 2 months. One day I found a small piece of metal below where I hang the F12, which was the tip of the lever arm holding the FD spring. It naturally broke off. I did some research into this and reported the issue to Campagnolo HQ via Campagnolo USA. The answer I got from them is they are looking into changing the material and/or metallurgic process. Everything else is great. Eventually, they will change the material or manufacturing process. Until then, I might be going to a local bike shop to replace more FDs hopefully under the warranty.
Internal cabling: I took this bike to a mechanic who used to work for pro teams. He said this was the hardest bike to route the internal cables through its integrated headset (I bought this bike when Dogma F12 came out pretty much). I have Pinarello's own Most Ultra Talon integrated handlebar and stem. The brake cables contain oil-based hydraulic fluids. Therefore any twists and turns of brake cables inside the integrated handlebar/headset should not affect breaking performances. I don't feel it. The front and rear derailleur use metal wires (cables) and semi-elastic plastic housings for the metal wires. For my non-pro and casual riding styles, I do not feel any degradation in their shifting qualities assuming there are the twists and turns of cable housing inside the headset. However, the cable longevity and shifting performance could be further observed to determine any negative long-term effects."
I think there's a guy on this forum by the name of gaffek who's a rep for Campagnolo. If you're reading this can you provide further insight regarding the reliability issue with the front derailleur?
[/quote]Exactly the same happened to me I will send it back this week to Bike24; will see what it happens
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Are you running the SR mechanical on Dogma F12? If so, any functional or reliability issues with routing the internal cables thru the headset?
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Are you running the SR mechanical on Dogma F12? If so, any functional or reliability issues with routing the internal cables thru the headset?