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06-10-20, 03:52 PM

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Originally Posted by bblair

Valid question there.

I need long reach brakes, as it looks like this was originally 27" wheels, and 700c are slightly smaller. The only sidepulls that I can find with proper reach are Tektro, which I don't really want, but I have to stop. Some of the ebay stores are not in the U.S., so even vintage is tough shipping-wise.

Freewheels: anything old might be worn, so I am looking into the possibility of new, or NOS. Same with chains. Brake calipers don't wear out, nor do handlebars.

Any advice as to sources is appreciated.

If you are set on vintage long reach sidepulls there are plenty of "Schwinn Approved" calipers on eBay right now.
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_fro...w=weinmann+720

Some Universal 68's too. Not sure if they'd reach.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Uni...EAAOSwfHZeqwMV

I run similar Dia-Compe sidepulls with modern brake shoes on one of my bikes, and while the braking isn't the greatest, it is acceptable.

Last edited by BFisher; 06-10-20 at 03:58 PM.

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