repack new hub?
02-10-10, 12:16 AM
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repack new hub?
hi i just bought a tiagra front hub brand new (im excited becuase i have never bought a new component...cool its so clean!... its going to make me go so fast... kidding lol)
should i repack the hub or check the cone tightness?
the cone feels wierd to me, but ive never owned anything new, so i could just be thrown off.
should i repack the hub or check the cone tightness?
the cone feels wierd to me, but ive never owned anything new, so i could just be thrown off.
02-10-10, 12:29 AM
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Can you be any more vague in your description of how your cones feel?
If they feel like they are grinding then adjust them to the correct tolerance. Often hubs on new bikes, both low and high end, come a bit tight from the factory and need to be properly adjusted upon assembly. BUT you said this is a new hub...rule of thumb on all components whether new or used is to check for proper adjustment and make any necessary changes. If it were mine, I would crack her open and see if there is adequate grease inside, if there is then just close her back up and adjust properly. If there is not adequate grease then clean it all out, clean the bearings, add fresh grease, close up and adjust cones. If you need more info check out parktools website on hub overhaul.
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If they feel like they are grinding then adjust them to the correct tolerance. Often hubs on new bikes, both low and high end, come a bit tight from the factory and need to be properly adjusted upon assembly. BUT you said this is a new hub...rule of thumb on all components whether new or used is to check for proper adjustment and make any necessary changes. If it were mine, I would crack her open and see if there is adequate grease inside, if there is then just close her back up and adjust properly. If there is not adequate grease then clean it all out, clean the bearings, add fresh grease, close up and adjust cones. If you need more info check out parktools website on hub overhaul.
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02-10-10, 12:41 AM
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hi i just bought a tiagra front hub brand new (im excited becuase i have never bought a new component...cool its so clean!... its going to make me go so fast... kidding lol)
should i repack the hub or check the cone tightness?
the cone feels wierd to me, but ive never owned anything new, so i could just be thrown off.
should i repack the hub or check the cone tightness?
the cone feels wierd to me, but ive never owned anything new, so i could just be thrown off.
02-10-10, 08:06 AM
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+1 on Operator's recommendation. I find most new hubs, both Shimano and Campy at all levels, come adjusted a bit too tight. I open them up to check the grease fill, replace it if needed and readjust the cones to the proper adjustment.
02-10-10, 08:45 AM
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Build up a wheel first. The stress on the hub flanges will change the bearing adjustment. If it is still off, then readjust it.
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ok cool, it makes perfect sense...I guess i just wanted some confirmation that factories ship improperly adjusted hubs
I hadnt thought of that...thanks
Build up a wheel first. The stress on the hub flanges will change the bearing adjustment. If it is still off, then readjust it.
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