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    I just got new shoes for my E and am installing the wheels. The front seems self explanitory to me. I thought... I put the speedo drive on, the opposite side seal and slid the axle in. Tightened and installed the cotter pin. NOW... the right caliper went on great, the right one is rubbing as the right fork "splays out" away from the center of the bike.

    My question is this:

    What is the proper installation procedure to get the forks lined up so the brakes don't drag??

    Carey

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    link

    Oops, wrong link. Try this one and scroll down.

    http://web.ebscohost.com/serrc/pdf?v...0sessionmgr102
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    • #3
      There is a pinch bolt on your right side downtube. Loosen it and move your right downtube in or out to center it in the caliper.


      Tod
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