Originally Posted by
DIRTYDIANA
Hey Scrod, I recently purchased a used sworks langster frame. I was having a hard time getting my rear wheel into the dropouts so I measured it. The dropouts were spaced at ~113mm, and the only way I can get the wheel on is to kind of stretch the frame and shove it in. Is this normal/ and or safe to use my wheel like this? Thanks
Sounds like the rear triangle was crushed a little while there was no wheel in the frame. If it was shipped to you, it probably happened during transport.
If it were a steel frame I would say cold set it and forget it. However, heat-treated aluminum weakens when it is bent. 7mm isn't a huge amount for flex so aside from installing and removing your rear wheel being a pain in the ass, I wouldn't worry about it too much but definitely keep an eye on the welds near the BB shell for signs of cracking.