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Old 03-28-15, 10:17 AM
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Originally Posted by Cougrrcj
The bigger issue is finding the forward brake-bridge mounting plate that prevents up/dn movement on the seat stay. It is just a simple sheet metal support, but it does wonders!
I may have one of these in my junk box, if anyone needs one. You can also give the seat stays a couple of wraps of cloth tape to help the rack remain clamped in position on the bike. The two-bolt clamp had a tendency to loosen over time, so Loctite is also handy.

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