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[Closed] 180mm/183mm disc sizes?

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I need a 180mm adaptor for my Maguras (post mount to post mount) and I've been offered a 183mm Hope H mount.

Is 180/183mm a nominal size? Or is it exact?

I've measured my disc at 179-ish mm so my gut feeling is that the Hope mount won't work.....??


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 6:41 pm
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It's exact mate either 180mm or 183mm or 185mm.

I have two 183mm rotors for sale if that will help. 8)


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 7:28 pm
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A 180 disc will be fine with a 183 adaptor


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 7:36 pm
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So, the opinion is 50/50...!


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 8:38 pm
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If it's any help I had to use a 1.5 mm spacer between my 180 adaptor and the brake caliper to get it to clear a 183 rotor.

A 180 rotor will work with a 183 adaptor until the pads get worn then the top unworn part of the pads will touch and stop them grabbing the rotor.


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 8:41 pm
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As I thought. I'll get the right one then. No sense in saving a few quid and causing problems


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 8:55 pm
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Well I've actually done exactly what you're suggesting for about a year with no problems...


 
Posted : 12/02/2011 9:20 pm
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Makes sod all difference usually, depends what brakes you are using. Most will clear a 183mm disc and work perfectly on a 180mm mount.


 
Posted : 13/02/2011 12:10 am

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