[CR]Source for 26 1 1/4" Vintage rims or alternative?

(Example: Component Manufacturers)

From: "Dr. Paul Williams" <castell5@sympatico.ca>
To: <classicrendezvous@bikelist.org>
Date: Tue, 25 Sep 2007 21:22:35 -0400
Subject: [CR]Source for 26 1 1/4" Vintage rims or alternative?

Hi Folks,

In continuing to contemplate the build of the 49 Carpenter I am curious as to where one might find 26 X 1 1/4" v32 and 40 intage British rims - other than ebay where they don't seem all that common? Or what about modern alternatives? Could another rim size be used on a bikes specked for 26" wheels or does it bugger up mudguard clearance?

Paul Williams,
Ottawa, ON, Canada