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Old 04-22-15 | 01:45 PM
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Bikes: 1980s and 1990s steel: CyclePro, Nishiki, Schwinn, SR, Trek........

Originally Posted by ironchefchris
Thinking I might stick with 27 and maybe go for something like WEINMANN LP18 SILVER 27 126mm ROAD 5/6/7 speed wheelset [72774716654] - $99.00 Velomine.com : Worldwide Bicycle Shop, fixed gear track bike wheelsets campagnolo super record vintage bike. Would these be a pretty good option from what I have? Then just use the stock flywheel and all. Not really sure what to look for, I'm not too swift with bike parts and brands...
What is the rear spacing of your frame? Many 5 speeds were only 120mm, which are hard to find/expensive for new parts now. You can change out the spacer on the free wheel side, shorten the axle and re-dish the wheel. These wheels, probably need to be tensioned and stress relieved. They do appear to be part of a very good low cost solution for you.
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