Originally Posted by
Lonelyitsuki
I recently bought a nishiki with wheels out of true so I need them replaced but I found out that modern rims don't fit on my bike and a mechanic suggested I pulled my frame to fit current 135mm hubs instead of the retro 125 is this ideal what are the consequences? Old rims are hard to find and my frame is steel
Originally Posted by
jiangshi
Find a new mechanic.
+ 1. 126 mm wheels are available and even if you want to spread the rear triangle, you should spread it to 130 rather than 135 since this is a road bike and the less you spread your frame the better.
Here is a 126 wheelset for $109 plus shipping,
http://www.velomine.com/index.php?ma...oducts_id=3135
Velomine is a very good company.