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[Martin]

Although more inclined to fit
this B50T lightweight conical
hub to the 21" rim on this '51
Bullet green-laner I was making,
may use the original single side
6" hub for expedince since it
had been refurbished already
despite feeble stopping power.
Does anyone per chance know the
exact length of the 40 spokes
required, or does one simply
add one inch to the original
19" rim spokes?
Grateful for any feedback,
Gordon
their feeble

[Mark M]

Gordon, just add 1 inch as you say. The 6" single sider can be ok with good linings and properly adjusted cable, I have a Works Rep with the later full width 6" brake and it's fine off road, you don't want a brake capable of locking the wheel or you'll be in the hedge, mud or worse! On the road is different but the 7" rear makes up for it.
REgards, Mark

[Martin]

Thanxs, Mark, for your help.
The 21" rim is from an out of
town friend who claimed it had
been on a 6" full width already,
although who knows why it was
removed. Gordon

[John M]

Gordon, I think you are being unfair on feeble brakes, the 6" Enfield brakes aren't that good! Excellent front brake for an off-roader though, no chance of locking it up on muddy surfaces.