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- CommentAuthorMtbfixed
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
I have an old rockhopper frame I am single speeding .I also have a new coaster brake hub that would be cool to use.No cables or levers,just like when I was a kid.The frame OLD is 135mm, the hub is 120 OLD according to Harris Cyclery.I've centered the axle and positioned the hub on the axle for proper chainline.Can I partially space and pinch the frame a nuts width on either side ? I've done this in a mock up with the hub and frame and will have to have the wheel dished slightly when the lbs laces it up.It seems like it should work,am I looking at trouble here,I would only be riding mild single track. -
- CommentAuthorLegislator
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
If its steel just cold set the frame to 120, either ala sheldon brown with 2x4 and string, or have a trusted LBS do it the real way. You must have a cool coaster brake, all mine are spaced at 110. -
- CommentAuthorMtbfixed
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
To tell you the truth,Harris Cyclery advertises this at 120 OLD,but my measurements are closer to 110 as well. -
- CommentAuthorJoshua A.C. Newman
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
Your chain tension is OK? -
- CommentAuthorsuicide_doors
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
I have seen replacement axles for coasters which fit 135 frames. the Swobo Folsom uses a Shimano coaster spaced at 135. I'm not a big fan of cold setting a frame like that so narrow. -
- CommentAuthorMtbfixed
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
I haven't completely installed the chain yet.I set the chainline with a straight edge and measured with my dial calipers from my tool and die shop years.I did wrap the chain by hand and it looked fine.The rear drop outs are semi horizontal and should allow proper chain tension adjustment. -
- CommentAuthorMtbfixed
- CommentTimeJun 3rd 2011
I've decided to put a Shimano freewheel on the hub and get new brake levers,cables and pads.That leaves me open for a future Surly fixed/free 135mm OLD hub.Awesome.
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