WTB: 55-73mm XL Reach Brakes
06-22-09, 08:53 AM
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WTB: 55-73mm XL Reach Brakes
I'm converting my 27" bike to 700c, and the 57mm reach of the Shimano 600 caliper I have is not long enough. Does anyone have any extra-long reach brakes? I know the Dia Compe "G" came in 55-73mm. The Tektro 556 are recessed, and my bike does not support this new design.
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06-22-09, 09:38 AM
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the Weinmann 750 Centerpulls will work fine too. As will the new Dia-Compe copies.
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06-22-09, 10:00 AM
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Did they change the Dia-Compe 750 copies to fit modern bikes?
https://www.velo-orange.com/diaco750cebr.html: "The front is recessed nut mount for front fork"
Shouldn't it just be a standard nut and bolt?
https://www.velo-orange.com/diaco750cebr.html: "The front is recessed nut mount for front fork"
Shouldn't it just be a standard nut and bolt?
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Option #2 are drop bolts - although they're hard to find and pretty expensive - $35-$50.
I am waiting on a set as the last phase of a build - requires patience.
I am waiting on a set as the last phase of a build - requires patience.
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Did they change the Dia-Compe 750 copies to fit modern bikes?
https://www.velo-orange.com/diaco750cebr.html: "The front is recessed nut mount for front fork"
Shouldn't it just be a standard nut and bolt?
https://www.velo-orange.com/diaco750cebr.html: "The front is recessed nut mount for front fork"
Shouldn't it just be a standard nut and bolt?
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Here's some vintage Weinmann side pulls on the 'bay:
https://cgi.ebay.com/Schwinn-Approved...3A1%7C294%3A50
https://cgi.ebay.com/VINTAGE-WEINMANN...3A3%7C294%3A50
https://cgi.ebay.com/Schwinn-Approved...3A1%7C294%3A50
https://cgi.ebay.com/VINTAGE-WEINMANN...3A3%7C294%3A50
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Thanks Kona, those look ideal. However, I found a brand new set of Dia-Compe 750 (Weinmann copies) for $15 each! The project is back on track.
