1992 Brompton T3 Project
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Final modifications to Brompton #7163. Today I fitted some dual pivot calipers off a Mk3 which are night and day compared with the original single pivot brakes, so a very worthwhile modification. The early silver dual pivot nutted calipers are a direct swap, no mods required.
It’s now virtually finished, I fitted a complete later brand new rear triangle as the original was broken around the pivot. I’ve also fitted new mudguards, a Brooks B17, later Mk3 levers and gear shifter, later Brompton foam grips, a frame clip plus new suspension block, Marathon tyres, and now later Mk3 dual pivot Calipers. I just need to get my local dealer to replace the seat insert, as although it works it’s definitely at the end of its life.
I’m really pleased with it, It’s been a big (expensive) project but an enjoyable process, I have tried to keep it looking “factory” hopefully it retains the essence of a Mk2 and still looks original, but rides like a much newer bike. This one I’m definitely keeping. perfect companion for my 2021 S6L!
It’s now virtually finished, I fitted a complete later brand new rear triangle as the original was broken around the pivot. I’ve also fitted new mudguards, a Brooks B17, later Mk3 levers and gear shifter, later Brompton foam grips, a frame clip plus new suspension block, Marathon tyres, and now later Mk3 dual pivot Calipers. I just need to get my local dealer to replace the seat insert, as although it works it’s definitely at the end of its life.
I’m really pleased with it, It’s been a big (expensive) project but an enjoyable process, I have tried to keep it looking “factory” hopefully it retains the essence of a Mk2 and still looks original, but rides like a much newer bike. This one I’m definitely keeping. perfect companion for my 2021 S6L!
A few more jobs completed, I’ve just replaced the worn out chain tensioner with a brand new item, this makes a huge difference to the smoothness of the drivetrain and was not that expensive, about £20. Ì‘ve also replaced the dodgy Chinese luggage block with a genuine item and fitted a pump to the rear triangle.
Next job is to replace the plastic seat post insert which is at the end of its life, our local Brompton dealer will be doing that, as I’ve not got the reaming tool.
However Ì have now done quite a few shake down miles on it, and it rides beautifully, no creaks or rattles.
Next job is to replace the plastic seat post insert which is at the end of its life, our local Brompton dealer will be doing that, as I’ve not got the reaming tool.
However Ì have now done quite a few shake down miles on it, and it rides beautifully, no creaks or rattles.
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