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forestnights
06-27-06, 10:25 AM
hi all. I've got an old GT frame that I'm wanting to add V-brakes to. As you can see from the pic the threads that hold the v-brakes is hollow (unlike my last frame which stuck out like on front forks)...do I need some sort of mount to let me do this or would a longer screw work?


http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j316/naebother/rearbrake.gif

any thoughts? thanks

MtbVA
06-27-06, 10:56 AM
I think you need some threaded studs in there. The bike shop should have some for a few $ ea.
supcom
06-27-06, 10:57 AM
You need the bosses that thread into the frame and provide the mountings for the brakes. Ask your LBS for a couple.

forestnights
06-27-06, 11:11 AM
thanks, will go looking for some...
Retro Grouch
06-27-06, 06:08 PM
thanks, will go looking for some...

Take your frame with you when you go shopping for studs. There's more than one size.
forestnights
06-28-06, 12:05 PM
Take your frame with you when you go shopping for studs. There's more than one size.
aye i just found that out today...supposidly 8mm and 10mm, oh well live and learn