Description
Park Tool Derailleur Hanger Alignment Gauge (DAG-2.2). A measuring and straightening tool for your derailleur hanger. Sure, it’s a scary looking instrument, but don’t get psyched out–it’s not hard to use and it may solve your shifting problem!
Features include:
- Gauge bar made of heavy gauge, chrome plated steel
- Adjusts to fit 20" to 29"+ wheels
- Clearance and reach to fit more frame/hanger combos including low clearance thru-axle derailleur hangers than previous model
- Compatible with virtually all derailleur-equipped bicycles including Shimano:registered: Direct Mount hangers
- 16 inches long–bet you’re glad you know that now :-)
Also Known As: DAG
Often Used With: Bicycle Repair Stand
Similar To: Nothing on planet Earth.
Intended Uses
Designed to both measure and straighten misaligned derailleur hangers solving a high percentage of shifting problems. The good folks at Velorution can confirm–a lot of derailleur issues come down to misaligned derailleur hangers!
For a quick video intro to this tool and what it is used for, check out this Park Tool ‘promotional’ piece.
Special Instructions
The “ball plunger”--see diagram–seems like it’s apt to accidentally fall out and get lost. It doesn’t take much to loosen or tighten it against the shaft–be aware ;-)
Tool Resources
Diagram
Image Source: Park Tool Instruction Manual
Instructions & Resources
- PDF: Instruction Manual
- Web Copy/Video: “Rear Derailleur Hanger Alignment” by Park Tool. Guess what? Your wheel does not have to be true to fix this alignment. See why in this set of instructions!