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Old 07-16-15 | 11:16 AM
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Originally Posted by Velocivixen
I did two things. I filed the brake pad slot down a little and I elongated the brake caliper mounting hole on the frame. That allowed the pads to sit lower AND I now have my Pletscher rack reinstalled and it just clears the upper brake caliper arm.
Nice work.

I rarely use racks, but they're nice to have if you need one.
Agreed, and that little Pletscher rack weighs very little compared to the entire bike.
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