BMX - cutting off brake tabs

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Ryan k.
11-05-08, 08:49 PM
does anybody know what to use to cut off brake tabs

fuzzbox
11-05-08, 10:13 PM
with a cutting device.
sonic six13
11-06-08, 09:10 AM
a sawzall worked when did it on my old frame.
whya re you cutting them off anyway

roadie66
11-06-08, 09:13 AM
dremel tool
TheBrick
11-06-08, 10:31 AM
Just leave them on, you might want to run brakes in the future. If you cut them off now you will not beable to run brakes without buying a new frame.

If you're worried about weight take a **** before you go riding.
sonic six13
11-06-08, 12:13 PM
I cut mine because i had an older s&m stricker at the time with 990 mounts on the chain stays. it didnt do too well clearing 28T sprokets.

Brakeless is a trend, if your doing it to be cool then dont bother
pc_1453
11-06-08, 01:10 PM
blowtorch
Ryan k.
11-06-08, 03:59 PM
no its just because i dont even have brakes right know and i dont like the way they look
minichamp31
11-06-08, 04:19 PM
I would only cut them off if you're absolutely sure you're getting a new frame soon.
ascend
11-07-08, 03:55 AM
Conversely if you're absolutely sure you're getting a new frame soon, why waste time messing around with the one you've got? Just ride dude
TheBrick
11-07-08, 06:09 AM
Also if you are getting a new frame and want to sell the old frame, you will have cut out a large number of potential buys by removing the brake bosses, cable guide e.t.c so may have to sell t for less money.
Ryan k.
11-08-08, 01:48 PM
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