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bobble
Hi George,
I suspect that the problem with caliper drop on the front is probably caused by
the frame being designed for 27 inch wheels. I encountered a problem like this on an old Dawes frame I restored. I solved the problem with a 57mm drop brake in the end. Modern 57mm drop brakes also tend to be designed to accommodate mudguards.
I've also used spacers on a 120mm rear wheel to accommodate 126mm spaced dropouts - no problems at all.
Nice frame for a fiver!