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Old 03-09-10, 05:49 PM
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27 to 700c

i have a 89 schwinn on 27in rims and want to put 700c rims on it is there any mods i need to make to braking system?
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Wouldn't think so. As long as you can get the pads adjusted so the touch the rim in all the right places, good to go.
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Might need longer reach brakes.
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Got a few mm of extra slot below your pads?
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