Thread: 27" wheel build
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Old 10-18-14 | 07:54 AM
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dr1445
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Originally Posted by Wilfred Laurier
Request noted and ignored.

Build 700C wheels unless you are doing a period correct museum style restoration. If you use the same hubs all you need to do is move the brake pads down 4mm.
brakes are to short for 700c, plus i would need to build a front wheel and get 2 new tires, your advise ignored.
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