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
If your bike has steel wheels they are likely 27" rims. Are the new wheels they are trying to sell you 27" or 700c? They should be able to get you alloy 27" wheels that will fit your frame with almost no modification.
If they are trying to sell you 700c wheels you may also need new brakes.....you don't want that you just need the right 27" wheels.
I forgot the freewheel (the cogs on the back wheel). they should screw off your old wheel and on to the new ones and you should not have to buy a cassette style stack of cogs.
Where do you live? I am sure there is one of near by who would be happy to help you sort this out.
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Last edited by Bianchigirll; 08-31-17 at 09:43 AM.