Originally Posted by ks1g
Yes, as long as the brakes are long enough to reach the wheel rims. When I converted an old Fuji 10-speed to fixed gear, I also replaced the 27" wheels with 700c. Had to find "long arm" nutted (not recessed nut) brake calipers. Rears worked OK, I had to dremel out the slots for the brake pad bolts to reach on the front.
I apologize for my ignorance. I'm not sure I'm getting this straight. I have an old custom-made chrome-moly frame which uses 27x1 tires on 27 (I presume) rims. I have a 105 brake set. Should it be easy for me to switch to 700c should the need arise, and keep using my Shimano 105 brakes?