will this work: replace QR skewer with solid axle/nut?
03-02-07, 10:38 PM
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will this work: replace QR skewer with solid axle/nut?
caught this over in the fixed gear/ss forum and though it to be a good idea. i don't like running quick release on my bikes so i'm forced to use replacement hex skewers (probably meant for bmx bikes) that are notorious for having aluminum threads, nuts, and teeth that strip way too easily. obvious bolts are much more durable, but has anyone actually used these replacements? i'm hoping that this will be a solution to my problem:
instead of using QR, use this solid axle and these axle nuts
what do you think?
instead of using QR, use this solid axle and these axle nuts
what do you think?
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03-02-07, 10:55 PM
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I have done it with low end hubs having cups and cones. It may be hard for cartridge bearing hubs. Just need to make sure the threads match.
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03-02-07, 10:56 PM
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Originally Posted by blandin
03-03-07, 10:29 AM
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Originally Posted by pedalfile
i don't like running quick release on my bikes....
03-03-07, 11:13 AM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
And the objection to QR is?
03-03-07, 11:24 AM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
And the objection to QR is?
03-03-07, 11:25 AM
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It's takes some work to replace hollow axles with solid ones. You have to remove everything from the axle, replace the hollow axle and then adjust the whole thing so it turns smoothly. Its more complicated than simply repacking or replacing the bearings as every thing in the system must be reset. The reason that the fixed/SS guys like solid axles is that they require really tight mounting of the rear wheel in horizontal drop-outs or track ends to resist movement when they apply back pressure to the pedals. On a newer road bike with vertical drop-outs movement is way less of a real concern.
03-03-07, 01:07 PM
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Makes sense on a fixed gear. As for theft deterrence, I wouldn't bet any wheels worth stealing on the thief's absence of a wrench.
And for pulling loose in horizontal drops, lots of TT bikes are made with horizontal drop outs to allow adjustment of the wheel to a cutout seatpost that work just fine with QR.
If you know how to tighten a QR, you're not going to pull the wheel out a geared road bike.
And for pulling loose in horizontal drops, lots of TT bikes are made with horizontal drop outs to allow adjustment of the wheel to a cutout seatpost that work just fine with QR.
If you know how to tighten a QR, you're not going to pull the wheel out a geared road bike.
03-03-07, 02:34 PM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
... If you know how to tighten a QR, you're not going to pull the wheel out a geared road bike.
03-03-07, 04:16 PM
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its not much harder than overhauling a hub and it can be done on sealed bearing hubs too. the only additional trouble is resetting the center of the axle since both cones have to be undone, no biggie.
ive done it on both of my single speed wheels, one sealed, one loss ball.
ive done it on both of my single speed wheels, one sealed, one loss ball.
03-03-07, 11:50 PM
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Originally Posted by MrCjolsen
Horizontal drop or track end + big burst of torque + QR = wheel slip bike go BOOM!
03-04-07, 12:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Trevor98
It's takes some work to replace hollow axles with solid ones. You have to remove everything from the axle, replace the hollow axle and then adjust the whole thing so it turns smoothly. Its more complicated than simply repacking or replacing the bearings as every thing in the system must be reset. The reason that the fixed/SS guys like solid axles is that they require really tight mounting of the rear wheel in horizontal drop-outs or track ends to resist movement when they apply back pressure to the pedals. On a newer road bike with vertical drop-outs movement is way less of a real concern.
03-04-07, 07:33 AM
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I do not assume people have "limited technical knowledge." I have seen too many people screw up machines or themselves because they have no mechanical inclination. This change takes some work, however, it is within the reach of most people to accomplish given good instructions and the proper tools. Some people are not comfortable doing this even much mechanical work.
03-04-07, 01:43 PM
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Originally Posted by shakeNbake
Nashbar has em for $8
The only piece of Nashbar gear, or really any gear, that I've had fail like that.
03-04-07, 04:39 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike552
assuming one has the replacement axle ready for the swap.
A couple of other posters have made mention to getting an axle with the correct thread. You have to get the right length too. The typical bolt-on axles that you see have different threading than QR axles. Consequently the cones won't thread onto them.
Actually, I think that 15 minutes might be pushing the envelope a little but, assuming you have the correct parts on hand, it shouldn't be a very hard job to do.
