Shimano 105 1050 single pivot caliper brake replacement brake pad question

Posted on Tue 8th, November 2022

• #1

marxist_vulcan

When I was young. I really wanted a Condor Baracchi lugless frame...now I have got one...but it requires a 55mm drop....so a bit limited as to suitable calipers.

I have chosen Shimano single pivot 105 1050 is possibly the best of the bunch...but I would want modern brake pads....only I don't know which Kool Stop pads are most suitable, ie will fit the caliper slot etc???

Any advice would be appreciated.
• #2

billygoat28 in reply to @marxist_vulcan

I had the same 1050 calipers and used 6800 pads and holders had to file the slot too get the holders in .had great results.
• #3

marxist_vulcan in reply to @billygoat28

Thanks for your reply. I have bought Swissstop holders/pads and expect to have to the same.
• #4

billygoat28
Can't find a pic of 1050 .but heres another brake caliper i did the same thing too. Just file the slot to i think 8mm.

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marxist_vulcan

I have mini files ..so hopefully no problems.... thanks again.

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