rear dropout width - 122mm on GT outpost

[r-ch]

Hi all, I recently purchased a (I believe 92) GT outpost frame from eBay and upon measuring the rear dropouts, the width is 122mm. This seems very uncommon and not having much joy sourcing a wheel to suit. Does this sound like the correct width? Is there a chance the dropouts are bent (pic attached - looks ok to me)? Is there a size up that should be able to squeeze in? What would you do in this situation?

Many thanks,

 

[Splatter Paint]

Looks like the frame has been squashed, it should be at least 130mm. I would ask for a refund.

 

[Mod-Master]

Looks a tiny bit bent in to me.

 

[Ryry_1985]

Most rear wheels of that age would be 135mm spacing. Late 80s, pre-90s, some were 130mm. If you don’t have luck returning it, a frame builder could likely realign it.

 

[r-ch]

cheers all, may look at getting it cold set but will contact the seller!

Thanks.

 

[Uncle Grumpy]

You can cold-set the spacing yourself. That's a fancy term for "bending". I've done it before using a plank and it's not difficult.

Here's some methods.

Also, you will need to do this to make sure you get it centred.

Bit of patience and it's all good.

Grumps

 

[Frankenorange]

Right hand seatstay looks bent to me.

 

[greencat]

Some frames were tight bitd anyhow. It may be the viewing angle, but this does look a little out of alignment to me.