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Want to convert to Disc brakes....

  • 26-12-2009 11:58am
    #1
    tomc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 272 ✭✭


    Hi

    Interested in converting from rim brakes to discs on my MTB and would like some advice. MTB was originally spec'd for discs but due to finances I down graded so I know frame is OK. I currently have Shimano Deore group which includes an integrated lever so I know I will have to replace these, but what about adding a disc to the wheel hub (Shimano Deore hubs) ?

    Any advice welcome

    Nollaig Shona:)


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  • #2
    tomc
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 272 ✭✭tomc


    Looks like the hubs I have dont have the mounts for the discs, looks like there is a spacer there instead, can this be replaced? or are new wheels required?


  • #3
    papac
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 739 ✭✭✭papac


    New wheels I'd say-unfortunately.-unless something has changed since I last looked into it.

    Merlin do kits incl wheels and brakes.
    http://www.merlincycles.co.uk/mountain-bike-disc-brake-kits/

    If you check their specials fairly often they have good one-off deals but they get snapped up quickly.

    EDIT. Just noticed Merlin have extra 10% discount at checkout on orders over 100 sterling.


  • #4
    Capt'n Midnight
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    rim brakes apply their force at the top of the forks so very little leverage


    disk / bub brakes put the stress at the bottom of the forks so lots of leverage relative to the frame


    are your forks suitable ?


  • #5
    Morgan
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,481 ✭✭✭Morgan


    There are several versions of Deore hubs. If yours have 6-bolt or centrelock fittings then you can attach a disc, otherwise you'll need new wheels.


  • #6
    at1withmyself
    Registered Users, Registered Users 2 Posts: 2,558 ✭✭✭at1withmyself


    tomc wrote: »
    Looks like the hubs I have dont have the mounts for the discs, looks like there is a spacer there instead, can this be replaced? or are new wheels required?

    Do yo have a pic of the hubs as that spacer thing sounds odd, maybe they will take disc's. Post a pic of the hubs if you can, take it from the non-drive side of the bike.


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