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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Converting from centerpulls to modern sidepulls
I purchased a 1978-ish Nishiki Mixte for a family member. It has Dia-Compe centerpull brakes and 27" wheels. The stock brakes provide more than 60mm of reach, according to my measurement. I'd like to replace the Dia-Compe brakes with the nutted version of the Tektro R559 long reach caliper. Both the original and replacement brakes are nutted. I'll probably convert the bike to 700c wheels. The R559 will allow either wheel size, according to my measurement.
Is installing the brake as simple as using all new cables and housings?
Last edited by Barrettscv; 06-11-15 at 09:19 AM.