Originally Posted by
Bianchigirll
Measure the chain and see if it is stretched. Use a tape and from one pin to another should be 12". If it isn't stretched too much the FW should be fine. I would maybe replace the brake pads they are likely to be worn and dried out.
Unless something is broken I see no reason to start upgrading.
The brake pads seem fine. I don't see any cracking. I took a ruler and placed it so that one pin lines up at 0 inches. At the 12" side, it is ~1mm before the pin.