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what's the diddle on using a brake on a rim that doesn't have a machined braking surface? I assume it's not recommended but have seen pictures of bikes on the tinterweb where brakes are installed on bikes with deep v coloured rims. also is it possible to get a machined brake surface 'etched'/put on a rim or do they come manufactured like that?