Thread: Replacing rim Rivets or eyelets
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Old 02-17-16 | 01:52 AM
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Originally Posted by TexAmi
I am not sure the difference in 700cm vs 27in rims. I am trying to keep the bike as close to original as possible
4mm in radius, 8mm in diameter, otherwise identical for any given rim model. Not a visible difference, but may have a material effect on brake reach and fork/fender clearance.
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