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I got the disc system in today.  So tested the width in the frame, it’s just slightly wider than the original 5-speed hub.


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So broke out my spreading tool.  Works great on bikes and first dates!


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Now it fits in the dropouts fine.


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But this caliper system was designed for bigger bikes with more clearance inside the stays.


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So I’m going to have to figure a way if crimping the inside without screwing up the outside.  [USER=30453]@Pondo[/USER] how did that crimping tool work?  I may have to make one.


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