Can cam support gear change?

Borrow a set of taller tires and try it. Easy peasy...

Unless his rear is moved back, the '70 wheel opening gets real tight with taller tires. I moved mine back 1/2" just for that reason. If I remember right, 28" is the tallest I could fit after the move and I'd probably have to do some trimming to keep the tire from making contact under compression/launch.