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[Closed] Whats the difference between front and rear road calipers?

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There seems to be no difference between the front and rear specialized own brand ones on the road bike but have an Ultegra, which i believe is rear that i was going to bung on the front. Can i do this or not and how do i determine if its a F or R in the bits box?

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Posted : 08/01/2012 10:39 pm
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The fixing bolt for a front is longer.


 
Posted : 08/01/2012 10:41 pm
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And you may also want to swap the pads around if they're cartridge type.


 
Posted : 09/01/2012 8:34 am
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Front and Rear have the cable pull on opposite sides for slightly improved cable routing, although if your right lever pulls the front brake (UK setup) then you probably want a pair of rears.


 
Posted : 09/01/2012 8:40 am