How to install a dropper post | Syd Fixes Bikes

Installing a dropper post is one of the best improvements you can make to your bike. And it's quite easy!

What you'll need:
Dropper post: https://bit.ly/2TGUZ1E
Cable cutters: https://bit.ly/3eb1MtW
Allen keys: https://bit.ly/2JqDNLZ
Needle-nose pliers: https://bit.ly/34KgYeo
Dropper post lever (if it doesn't come with your post): https://bit.ly/322YTqh

If this is a used post you'll need the following (new posts include these):
Cable bushing (specific to the post): https://bit.ly/3oH6Lay
Cables, housing, ferrules, cable ends: https://bit.ly/3jM9xaE

Other things in the shed:
Our toolkit: https://bit.ly/337LfDf
Work stand: https://bit.ly/3mTXStc
Tool pegboard: https://amzn.to/3mTYlLY
Syd's apron: https://amzn.to/345MbHz
Paint pens: https://amzn.to/2TpCL4u

00:00 Intro
00:17 What you'll need
00:45 Why should you do this?
01:10 How dropper posts work
03:00 Installing a dropper post
05:04 Measuring the housing length
07:54 Installing the lever
09:30 Common pitfalls and mistakes
11:09 How to install a dropper post in one minute

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