Patriot
06-21-08, 09:20 AM
Another thread came up asking a similar question.
I have an old Peugot I want to convert to Electric.
Do I have to get rid of the Rigida Chrome Steel rims?
Do I have to add Canti-lever or Disc brakes?
Everyone says the braking isn't as good, and not safe, because the rims have no inner bead lip.
Somehow, I think it will work, even with the old Mafac Racer brakes. If I use some Avid Flat Bar brake levers, I can put alot of force on them to stop.
Why is all this such a big deal?
I have an old Peugot I want to convert to Electric.
Do I have to get rid of the Rigida Chrome Steel rims?
Do I have to add Canti-lever or Disc brakes?
Everyone says the braking isn't as good, and not safe, because the rims have no inner bead lip.
Somehow, I think it will work, even with the old Mafac Racer brakes. If I use some Avid Flat Bar brake levers, I can put alot of force on them to stop.
Why is all this such a big deal?
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