J johnhenry Retro Newbie Feb 5, 2013 #1 1958(?) Dawes Merit Model,what is the correct wheel size 27*1 1/4 or 26 1 3/8?
H hamster Retro Wizard Feedback View Feb 5, 2013 #2 If you have the frame it's pretty easy to measure from the dropout to the bottom of the brakes. Should be around 630mm for the 27".
If you have the frame it's pretty easy to measure from the dropout to the bottom of the brakes. Should be around 630mm for the 27".
J johnhenry Retro Newbie Feb 5, 2013 #3 Yeh that's what I did. From the dropout to the brake shoe at maximum adjustment it measures 13". I had assumed it was a 17" but now I think it is probably 16"! :facepalm:
Yeh that's what I did. From the dropout to the brake shoe at maximum adjustment it measures 13". I had assumed it was a 17" but now I think it is probably 16"! :facepalm:
