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Old 09-08-20, 12:40 PM
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black02em2
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Mid 80's Peugeot PB18. Better braking?

Yesterday I picked up a mid 80's Peugeot PB18 that is all original and in great condition. The owner had it sitting in the garage unused for many years.

Current brakes are Weinmann non-aero levers paired with Weinmann 605 calipers. The braking system seems to be very stiff and uncomfortable so i'm thinking of replacing the levers with Shimano 105 aero levers.
  1. Will I run into any compatibility issues pairing the Shimano aero levers with the Weinmann 605 calipers?
  2. Will I see see improved braking?
  3. Should I replace the calipers as well?
The bike will be getting new cables/housings for gears and brakes, new tires/tubes/tape, possibly new levers and all bearings repacked with grease. I just want everyone's thought before I start disassembling it.

Thanks!



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