Cross-threading a derailleur hanger bolt strips the frame's threads, and on an alloy or steel dropout that usually means a trip to a frame specialist. A dropout saver drills out the damaged threads and replaces them with a fresh insert instead.

Highlights

  • Repairs stripped threads in rear derailleur mounts
  • Made from aircraft-quality steel
  • An economical alternative to replacing a whole dropout
  • Sold as 2 pieces

Compatibility & fit

This wide saver fits dropouts 7mm or more in thickness. For dropouts thinner than 7mm, use the narrow dropout saver instead.

Wheels Manufacturing backs this product with a 1-year warranty against manufacturing defects from the date of purchase, and accepts returns of unused, unopened stock within 30 days of purchase. For warranty support, return the product to Tune Cycles and we’ll manage the claim with Wheels Manufacturing’s Australian distributor.

  • Aircraft-quality steel
  • Fits dropouts 7mm or more thick
  • Alternative to replacing the whole dropout
  • 2 pieces per pack
FitsDropouts 7mm or more in thickness
MaterialAircraft-quality steel
Pack size2 pieces
SKU SCV-WMTL-DS-1
Brand Wheels MFG
Shipping Weight 0.4000kg
Shipping Width 0.200m
Shipping Height 0.080m
Shipping Length 0.300m