{"id":12825,"date":"2023-10-21T19:27:28","date_gmt":"2023-10-21T19:27:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mybikething.com\/home\/?post_type=product&#038;p=12825"},"modified":"2026-02-24T00:48:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-24T00:48:11","slug":"shimano-exage-500ex-fd-a500-front-derailleur-double-7-speed-29mm","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/mybikething.com\/home\/product\/shimano-exage-500ex-fd-a500-front-derailleur-double-7-speed-29mm\/","title":{"rendered":"Shimano Exage 500EX Front Derailleur | Double | 7 Speed | 29mm Clamp"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 class=\"font-600 text-lg font-bold\">Condition<\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">The derailleur shows its age gracefully with some logo fading and minor finish wear, but remains mechanically sound. The cage is straight with no sharp edges or rust, and shifting surfaces are clean. The cable anchor bolt is present but needs a matching nut. Looking to complete your vintage build or need specific measurements? I&#8217;m Paul &#8211; let&#8217;s talk about your project!<\/p>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">You put in the miles, we put in the work! 30 day Guarantee, rest assured of fit, function and condition.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-600 text-lg font-bold\">Workshop Wisdom<\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">Standard M5 nut will work for the cable anchor. When setting up, align the cage parallel to chainrings and set height 2-3mm above largest ring for optimal shifting performance.<\/p>\n<h3 class=\"font-600 text-lg font-bold\">Tech Specs<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"-mt-1 [li&gt;&amp;]:mt-2 list-disc space-y-2 pl-8\">\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Model: FD-A500<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Speeds: 7<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Chainring config: Double<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Clamp diameter: 29mm<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Pull type: Bottom pull<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Braze-on compatible: No<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Weight: 110g<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Included: Derailleur body, cable anchor bolt<\/li>\n<li class=\"whitespace-normal break-words\">Required but not included: Cable anchor nut<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3 class=\"font-600 text-lg font-bold\">Notes from MyBikeThing<\/h3>\n<p class=\"whitespace-pre-wrap break-words\">This Shimano Exage 500EX (FD-A500) represents the reliable workhorse era of 7-speed components. 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