How to figure out the right size brake lever hoods?
04-03-14, 04:28 PM
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How to figure out the right size brake lever hoods?
I have 1987 Panasonic DX 1000 road bike that needs new brake lever hoods, how do i figure out which ones will fit. Are most hoods universal?
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Hoods are not at all universal. I expect your brakes are made by Dia-Compe or Shimano and the levers are too. Are their any markings on the brake calipers and/or levers to say who the maker was? Do they have side (suicide) auxiliary levers?
Hoods for older Dia-Compe and Shimano levers should be available but knowing which model will allow finding the right ones.
Hoods for older Dia-Compe and Shimano levers should be available but knowing which model will allow finding the right ones.
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The brakes say Dia-Compe 600, il try to find some that fit this model.
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